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ESOL Pre-Entry (I)

Vocational qualification

In Gateshead ()

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    Vocational qualification

Students learn general English to help them improve their powers of communication in everyday life. Students can practise all four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, in accordance with their own personal needs. All of our classes also cover ICT, citizenship and employability skills.Grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation practice are also integrated into classes.

About this course

The classes are open to anyone whose first language is not English. All students must have an initial assessment of their language skills to ascertain the appropriate level of entry to the programme. There are classes for learners at pre-entry level 1 (beginners).

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Course programme


ESOL Pre-Entry (I) (Morning Sessions) ESOL009
Is it for me?
These classes are for anybody whose first language is not English. There are classes from beginner level (Entry 1) to advanced level (Level 2). Classes involve practice in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing and aim to improve students' knowledge of English grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. All groups are of mixed nationality; therefore English is the only medium of communication. Morning classes are for full-time students only, afternoon and evening classes are also available for part-time students who study for 6 hours per week.
Full time entry level 2 and 3 classes focus on ESOL for further study. Subsequent completion of level 1 and level 2 allows students to access HE courses.
What do I need?
The classes are open to anyone whose first language is not English. All students must have an initial assessment of their language skills to ascertain the appropriate level of entry to the programme. There are classes for learners at pre-entry level 1 (beginners).
What will I study?
Students learn general English to help them improve their powers of communication in everyday life. Students can practise all four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, in accordance with their own personal needs.
All of our classes also cover ICT, citizenship and employability skills.
Grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation practice are also integrated into classes. Students develop an individual learning plan with their main tutor and have regular reviews and support through frequent tutorials. Work with computers is part of all of our classes and students have full use of all the facilities in our Language Centre.
Full-time classes are held from Monday to Friday for a total of 13 hours per week.
In addition, we have part-time ESOL classes at community venues - please call us on 0191 490 2246 for more information.
Where will I study?
Baltic Campus
You'll be based at our fantastic £39million Baltic campus on the quayside. The campus has a prime location on Gateshead quayside, and state-of-the-art facilities including a Jacuzzi, gym and sauna, a 200 seat theatre, state-of-the-art classrooms, training kitchen and restaurant, refectory, bistro and vending areas.
How will I be assessed?
Students progress through a series of levels, at each of which they gain external ESOL Skills for Life qualifications in listening and speaking, reading and writing.
How will I be taught?
By qualified and experienced ESOL subject specialists in classrooms and the language centre. You will also learn using language learning software and interactive communications technologies.
What qualification will I get?
University of Cambridge ESOL
Can I go onto further study?
Upon reaching Level 1 of the National ESOL Curriculum, students can apply to other academic and vocational courses at the College.
Financial information
If you are aged 16-18 and study on a full-time, further education programme then your course is free. Find out more about finance for 16-18 year olds.
If you are over 18, and your course is not free, then grants and loans may be available to help towards course fees. You can find out more information on financial support by visiting our finance pages.
How do I apply?
You can drop in to our Baltic Campus to complete an application form.
An interview and language placement test is required for this course.

ESOL Pre-Entry (I)

Price on request