English for Speakers of Other Languages

ENTRY LEVEL 1 This is for learners who have some language skills and want to gain a certificate in Speaking and Listening. It may be possible to complete the full qualification (Reading and Writing) if you make enough progress during the year. Your tutor will help you develop the skills required to work towards examinations. You will gain a Cambridge Certificate in Speaking and Listening at Entry Level 1 (or full qualification at Entry Level 1). ENTRY LEVEL 2 This is for learners who may have been studying before and want to progress with their English skills. You will gain a Cambridge Certificate in ESOL at Entry Level 2 (Speaking and Listening). It may be possible to complete the full qualification (Reading and Writing) if you make enough progress during the year, as well as Functional Skills Mathematics and ICT. Your tutor will assess you and there will be mock examinations to ensure you are ready to take this examination. ENTRY LEVEL 3 This is for learners wanting to progress to vocational programmes. You will gain a Cambridge Certificate in ESOL at Level 1 (Speaking and Listening). It may be possible to complete the full qualification (Reading and Writing) if you make enough progress during the year, as well as Functional Skills Mathematics and ICT. Your tutor will assess you and there will be mock examinations to ensure you are ready to take this examination. LEVEL 1 This is for learners wanting to progress to vocational programmes. You will gain a Cambridge Certificate in ESOL at Level 1 (Speaking and Listening). It may be possible to complete the full qualification (Reading and Writing) if you make enough progress during the year, as well as Functional Skills Maths and ICT. Your tutor will assess you and there will be mock examinations to ensure you are ready to take this examination. ESOL COURSES FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES Bradford College offers short ESOL programmes tailored specifically to your needs and your area of work. Please ask for details. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY All our classes include skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) and Language (Grammar and Vocabulary). Classes are delivered at four different levels from Entry Level 1 (Beginner) to Level 1 (Intermediate). The skills and language used in each class will depend on the level of the class. You will learn about life in the UK (Citizenship). Topics include: History, Geography, Law, Government, Celebrations, Health, Housing, Work and many others. WHO THE COURSES ARE FOR These courses are for adults (aged 19 or over) whose first language is not English, and who are living or trying to settle in the UK. QUALIFICATION TITLE Cambridge ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Skills for Life. We also offer other qualifications. COURSE LENGTH Courses start in September and February and run for 17 weeks. We may admit new students into classes during the course depending on the number of spaces available and the ability of the new students. Most of our classes take place during the day, although we also offer evening classes. For course duration and hours please contact us on 01274 436300 COURSE AVAILABILITY Our courses are available at the following venues: Old Building Bolton Royd The David Hockney Building Park Lane Centre Mayfield Centre