It is not too late to start learning English at any age! It is especially effective to do this in the UAE, because there are all types of language schools.
How do language schools differ?
The goal of learning English can be different - it depends on how to choose the right school.
- The General English course is General English, it is suitable for those who start learning the language from scratch. You will be taught by native speakers. The group consists of 8-10 regular participants, selected according to the initial level of knowledge, so you can not be afraid that you will have to communicate immediately with the "pros". There are afternoon and evening courses, which differ not only in what time they go, but also in the duration of lessons. The cost starts from 18 thousand rubles per week.
- For those who want to learn the language quickly, there are Intensive English courses. In 20-30 hours a week, you will not only learn the basics, but also learn how to talk to native speakers on various topics: business, politics, and so on. One week of training costs from 36 thousand rubles.
- If you want to delve into professional slang and have conversations on a narrowly focused topic, then English for Specific purposes is for you. There are many areas there, including business. The cost of one week of training is from 14 thousand rubles.
- IELTS/TOEFL Preparation. These courses aim to ensure that you successfully pass the English language exam, for example, for admission to a university. Therefore, in addition to oral lessons, there are many practical classes. This is an intensive course, so there are a lot of classes per week, and they cost from 130 thousand rubles (course).
- Many universities have their own conversation clubs. Sometimes they are free, while others are paid separately from other programs. On them, you can improve your pronunciation and practice your English without hesitation.
- Of course, there are also individual classes with teachers, where you can choose any direction you need. Such lessons cost differently, the average price is 8 thousand rubles. You can study from 5 to 20 hours per week.
Which English language schools are there in the UAE?
There are a great many of them! Foreigners can study at private institutes in order to get a job in an English-speaking company.
- There are schools that supervise universities, one of them is English Path. You can additionally study in libraries and centers at the school - there is everything for comfortable study and recreation. In addition to regular lessons, you will find an entertainment program that will help you learn English even faster! You should not think about where to live in the UAE while you are taking a course: English Path has residences. There are also free buses that will take you to the building where the lessons take place.
- For those who are looking for programs that will last not a few months, but the whole year, there are schools aimed at deep language learning. ES Dubai teaches courses for those who want to enter an English-speaking university, get a job, business English format, etc. You do not need to apply for a visa to Dubai if you go to this school: choose a course designed for a year, and you will be given a one-year visa and even a residence permit. With it, you can get a job, open a bank account. The school cooperates with hotels where students can stay for the duration of the courses, there is a free shuttle to the school building. There is a swimming pool, gym, library, and coworking space that all ES Dubai students can go to.
Documents for admission to a language school
To get a course in Dubai, you need to follow very simple steps:
- Take a test to determine your level of English;
- Apply for training;
- Pay the registration fee;
- Pay for the course – in part or in full (each school will set its own rule in this regard). In some establishments, you need to pay a deposit for textbooks and notebooks.
After that, you should think about visas, tickets, and housing in Dubai. You can live in the UAE without a visa for 30 days: the visa will be issued free of charge when you arrive in the country. If you want to stay there longer, then apply for a student visa through the language school, which we wrote about above. You can often book accommodation for courses with the reception. In general, the staff of the school where you plan to study will help you with everything (except for buying tickets and packing your suitcases).
Despite the fact that it is hot in Dubai, Muslim traditions prevail here (many people are very unaccustomed to this), and the prices for everything are very high, this is still not a reason to refuse to study here. Due to the fact that many residents speak English, you can quickly improve your language level. And the price of the courses is not so high, given that you will learn from professional teachers.
