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Part Time International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Vocational qualification

In Newbury ()

£ 308 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Duration

    11 Weeks

IELTS prepares students who need to work or study in English. It is recognised throughout the world and is a requirement for entry to British universities. It is also required by professional bodies such as the General Medical Council and The Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants. IELTS tests are administered at accredited Test Centres; the nearest ones are Oxford and Southampton.

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Learners need to have attended an Induction Session at Newbury College to assess their current level of English.

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International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Newbury College

Full Time courses for under 19's are free of chargeCode : Start : End : Times : Day : Duration : Cost (Year 1)*

EF0420 101001 : 05/01/2010 : 25/03/2010 : 16:30 to 18:30 : Tues & Thu : 11 Weeks : 308.00

EF0421 101001 : 13/04/2010 : 24/06/2010 : 16:30 to 18:30 : Tues & Thu : 10 Weeks : 280.00

Course Overview IELTS prepares students who need to work or study in English. It is recognised throughout the world and is a requirement for entry to British universities. It is also required by professional bodies such as the General Medical Council and The Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants. IELTS tests are administered at accredited Test Centres; the nearest ones are Oxford and Southampton. Learners need to bring the following to the first class: pen and paper (wide spaced A4 pad), Advanced Learner's Dictionary.

Qualification gained: International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Cambridge.

Course Content: Learners will improve in all four language skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking). The main part of the course will follow the academic strand of the IELTS programme - which enables learners to function in academic and work situations rather than social situations. The course can also cater for students' individual needs, e.g. report or letter writing for learners in work; a particular subject if necessary for learners hoping to go to University as well as individual remedial needs. The course will prepare learners for the IELTS exam, which will assist entry to employment and Higher Education.

Work Experience: Learners do not need to be in relevant work to undertake this course.

Course Assessment: Progress on this course will be tested through informal tests, exercises or quizzes, peer and lecturer feedback, audio recording, marked written work and formal exams. The exam is taken at a nearby centre (usually Oxford or Southampton) and learners need to apply to take it one month in advance. They can repeat the exam if necessary. Exams - Listening (40 minutes), Reading (60 minutes), Writing (60 minutes) and Speaking (15 minutes).

Progression: Learners can progress to employment and/or higher education.

Homework: Homework (reading, assignments, essays) is essential and learners will benefit from undertaking home study of approximately 2 - 4 hours per week.

Additional Costs: Learners will need to buy a course book and this will be discussed at the first class. The test costs approximately 100.

Course Fees
  • Fees quoted with the course information are for the current academic year. Fees for the next academic year starting in September are subject to change and will be confirmed annually.
  • Part Time Course Fee Relate to Year 1 course fees only. Two year course fees will have an additional course fee for the second year; these fees are subject to confirmation annually.
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Please note that course information may be subject to change and you are advised to check the current details with Newbury College before you enrol.

Part Time International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

£ 308 + VAT