Description : CAE in Apollo Language School Dublin

General English Course ( Real World English )

• Age of participants: from 16 years old (first age group: 16-29 years old; second: 30 years old)
• Course duration: from 1 week
• Dates: throughout the year
• Classes start: every Monday
• Maximum group size: 14 people
• English level: any, from Beginner
• Number of classes per week: from 15 to 25 (1 lesson, 60 minutes).

The General World English course provides students with the opportunity to quickly and accurately improve their skills. Classes are built around the main sections of linguistics: grammar and vocabulary, speaking and writing, listening and reading. Several types of courses are available:

• Real World English (20 lessons per week)
• Real World English Plus (20 hours of standard classes + 5 hours of speaking practice)
• Afternoon Real World English (15 hours a week, classes are held in the afternoon).

Great attention is removed to the development of communication skills and the proper use of language in everyday life. Students can focus on those topics and sections that they need and are interested in. Due to the small number of people in the group, teachers can give each individual attention. In the process of passing the program, students significantly increase their knowledge and skills.

The tuition fee for the program Real World English (price is in € per week):

Preparing for the IELTS Exam ( Exam Focus English : IELTS Focus)

• Age of participants: from 16 years old (first age group: 16-29 years old; second: 30 years old)
• Course duration: from 1 week
• Dates: throughout the year
• Classes start: every Monday
• Maximum group size: 14 people
• Level of English: from Intermediate
• Number of lessons per week: 20.

Preparation for the IELTS exam includes intensive work to improve the general level of English and a detailed analysis of all the topics and questions from which the exam is composed. Teachers have a wide knowledge and help students to solve all the questions that arise. Each week, students perform test tasks from the exam, which helps them to trace those topics and questions that need to be corrected. The duration of the course depends on the abilities, goals and objectives of each student.

Tuition (price per week in euros):

Cambridge Exam Preparation (Exam Focus English: FCE Focus)

• Age of participants: from 16 years old (first age group: 16-29 years old; second: 30 years old)
• Course duration: 4 or 8 weeks, from 1 week
• Dates: throughout the year
• Beginning of classes: standard course: course 4 weeks: July 1 and 29, course 8 weeks: July 1; combined course: every monday
• Maximum group size: 14 people
• Level of English: standard course: from Upper-Intermediate; combined course: from Intermediate
• Number of lessons per week: 20 or 25.

Standard Course (FCE Focus)

The course is designed for students with a level from Upper-Intermediate to Advanced and contains 20 hours of intensive education and practice for all components of the Cambridge First Certificate exam (FCE). Great emphasis is placed on preparing students for every aspect of the exam, providing the student with comprehensive knowledge and skills. In the course of their work, students and teachers evaluate those topics and sections that may cause difficulties and conduct additional consultations on them. Courses are available at 4 and 8 weeks, if necessary, you can take longer education.

Combined Course (Real World English + FCE)

The course includes 20 hours of Real World English + 5 additional hours per week focusing on exam practice to receive the first Cambridge certificate (FCE). The course prepares students for using English in real-world situations, provides preparation and practice for the exam. At the end of each week, students take tests on one of the exam topics.

Tuition (price per week in euros):

Cambridge Exam Preparation (Exam Focus English: CAE Focus)

• Age of participants: from 16 years old (first age group: 16-29 years old; second: 30 years old)
• Course duration: 4 or 8 weeks, from 1 week
• Dates: July-August; upon request
• Beginning of classes: standard course: course 4 weeks: July 1 and 29, course 8 weeks: July 1; combined course: every monday
• Maximum group size: 14 people
• Level of English: standard course: from Advanced; combined course: from Upper-Intermediate
• Number of lessons per week: 20 or 25.

Standard Course (CAE Focus)

The course for students with a high level of English (from Advanced) gives a detailed analysis of all aspects, topics and questions that occur in the exam. 20 hours of intensive work are conducted in small groups, where each student is given individual attention. At the end of each week, training exam tests are performed: the training program is adjusted according to the difficulties in certain topics.

Combined Course (Real World English + CAE)

The course contains 20 hours of Real World English standard + 5 additional hours with a detailed analysis of sections of the CAE exam. This course helps to significantly improve the level of proficiency, including extensive advice on the exam.

Tuition (price per week in euros):

Professional English (Professional Focus English)

• Age of participants: from 16 years old (first age group: 16-29 years old; second: 30 years old)
• Course duration: from 1 week
• Dates: throughout the year
• Classes start: every Monday
• Maximum group size: 14 people
• Level of English: from Intermediate
• Number of classes per week: 25.

The course contains 20 hours of Real World English + 5 hours of professional English, which allows students to learn how to apply English in everyday life and work. The teachers take into account the strengths and weaknesses of each student and, if necessary, quickly correct the program. Much attention is paid to the development of English in real situations, such as interviews, meetings, presentations, e-mail and Skype calls.

Tuition (price per week in euros):

Courses English for teachers (ELT Development Course for Teachers)

• Age of participants: from 16 years old (first age group: 16-29 years old; second: 30 years old)
• Course duration: 2 weeks
• Dates: July 1, July 29
• Classes start: every Monday
• Maximum group size: 14 people
• Level of English: from Upper-Intermediate
• Number of classes per week: 25.

The ELT Development course is designed for school teachers of English as a foreign language, developed by language school specialists and conducted through a set of unique methods and innovative solutions. During the course, students receive knowledge of the theory and practice of teaching, styles and methods of work, proper lesson planning and a support system for each student.

Tuition: from 750 € / 2 weeks.

Summer Course (Summer Young Adult Packages)

• Age of participants: 16-19 years
• Dates: June 24 - August 30
• Duration of participation: from 1 week (on request)
• Maximum group size: 14 people
• Language level: from beginner
• Number of classes per week: 25.

A special summer course includes English language tuition (20 lessons every week), extracurricular activities, activities and excursions. Course saturation (per week):

• Morning lessons
• 3 daytime activities
• 2 evening events
• 1 full day excursion.

Students are placed in host families in a single or double bedroom, spend time with family members, visit stores with them, take walks. The program allows you to raise the level of the language, to experience life in Ireland, to study the traditions and culture of the country.

Tuition (tuition, accommodation, meals and activities): from 900 € / week (double room); Single room supplement: 30 € / week.