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Alpha College of English in Dublin, Ireland

Examination Preparation English

Our students consistently achieve very high grades in all of these very challenging examinations to which employers throughout the world give the highest consideration when selecting staff who need to speak excellent English.
Alpha College of English prepares students for:-
  • Cambridge First Certificate
  • IELTS
  • TOEFL
  • TOEIC
  • Trinity
  • TIE (Test of Interactive English)

FCE01
FCE03
ETIP03


Nowadays, more and more students and institutions are using external, world recognised examinations as a way of focusing their English language studies and obtaining, at the same time, a very useful qualification. Alpha College of English prepares students for Cambridge First Certificate, IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, Trinity and TIE examinations

Minimum Number
There must be a minimum number of 5 students in each of the above examination preparation courses.

Cambridge First Certificate
This course lasts for 10--12 weeks and focuses exclusively on helping students pass the examination. The examinations are held 3 times a year--in early March, June and December.
Students may take this course as a standard option of 20 lessons per week (09.00 - 13.00 with a coffee break of 20 minutes) or a Super Intensive course which consists of 30 lessons tuition per week (with a coffee break of 20 minutes each day) from 09.00 - 13.00, Monday to Friday inclusive and 10 lessons per week, 14.00 - 16.00, Monday to Thursday.

Level of English required:
Minimum - Upper Intermediate /Pre B2

Course Duration:
9/12 weeks, 20 hours per week.

Commencement Dates:
07/07/08; 17/03/08; 15/09/08

TOEIC, TIE (Test of Interactive English) / Trinity
Preparation for these examination is as an assisted self-study option. 

 

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Why should you study English in Alpha College?

  • Convenient city centre location
  • Dynamic & enthusiastic teachers
  • Free WiFi and internet for all students
  • Friendly & welcoming host families
  • Internationally recognised quality marks
  • Personal care & attention to details
  • Professional & friendly support staff

Which English Course Should you Choose?

  • General English courses will increase your competence and confidence when communicating in English
  • Business English courses will enhance your ability to communicate in your work environment and with your colleagues worldwide
  • Work Experience courses will improve your language skills and help you get on to a good career path
  • Examination preparation courses improve your English language skills and provide you with exam strategies and tips to succeed in English exams

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"My very first week in Alpha College was absolutely full of different feelings and emotions as it was my first time in Dublin, and actually the first time I was away from my country and family for so long. But fortunately I found an incredible place where I could meet people from all over the world!
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4 North Great George's Street
Dublin 1, Ireland
T: +353 1 8747 024
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