English As Foreign Language

English As Foreign Language (EFL)

Commencement: Jan, April, July & Oct
Study Mode: Full-Time

Course Overview

As English has now become the dominant language of the world. We at South London College believe that it is an essential part of education for whichever area of employment one chooses to enter. At South London College, we have always provided education for students who come from all over the world, ensuring that this rich cultural diversity is reflected in the teaching so that lessons will stimulate students whatever their ethnic origin. The Seven Continents of the world are represented in all topics and projects studied in classes. Moreover emphasis is placed upon sound understanding of English grammar as well as the enrichment of vocabulary. Naturally, communicative skills of speaking and listening are considered important for the student's ability to integrate fully into the British culture. Classes are conducted in a friendly environment with class size deliberately kept low so that each student receives a considerable amount of individual attention from the tutor. The English Department employs well qualified and experienced tutors and as a result has always enjoyed a high success rate in examination results.

Entry

Students of all levels from elementary to advanced are accepted. To determine which level of English class would be appropriate for a prospective student we normally ask him/her to sit a short assessment paper in informal conditions.

Examinations

The English Department prepares students for the following public examinations:

• Cambridge Preliminary, First Certificate, Advanced and Proficiency.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Available Courses

Two types of courses are offered in the Department: General English and English in a specific area of special interest.

• General English - The courses are designed to cover skills in reading, writing, listening, grammar and vocabulary development. Every opportunity is provided for a student to sit one of the above examinations.
• English in a specific area of special interest - Courses are organised to provide English language training in Business, Commercial English and for those wishing to enter the travel & tourism industry.

Summer courses: Between the months of May and October, the College runs short intensive (1-4 weeks) courses in General English and English in a specific area.

Course commencement: Every September, January, April & June.

Duration: Full-time course duration range from 4 weeks to 9 months.

Lecture Delivery: Lectures will be delivered at Maritime Greenwich College until Dec 2008.

Awarding Body: Cambridge/IELTS