Dorset College is located in the infamous capital of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin. A city renowned for its charm, fantastic music, Guinness and much much more, Dublin is a one of a kind city where students are sure to enjoy themselves. Dorset College is situated right in the heart of the city centre, just a 10-minute walk from the city’s main shopping street, O’Connell Street. Local attractions such as Dublin Castle, The Book of Kells, The National Leprechaun Museum of Ireland and the National Museum of Ireland – Natural History, are all within a 20-minute train ride of the school.
The language school Dorset College was founded in Dublin, Ireland in 1983.Our English Courses combine a wide range of English skills to help students feel more at home in the English-speaking world right from the beginning.
GENERAlENGLISH
This course focus on the key primary areas of language learning, reading, writing, speaking and listening. The program also includes a wide range of functional communication skills to help students to more confident.
DETAILS
Hours / Week:
15 Hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Times:
Morning: 9.00 – 12.15 (15 minute break)
or Afternoon: 13.00 – 16.15
Levels:
Beginner to Proficiency (CEFR *A1 to C2)
Maximum Class Size:
15 Students
Age Group:
17+
BUSINESS ENGLISH
This course aims to help students to develop their professional, communicative abilities for use in the workplace. The class is focused on an advanced level of English (C1) so students can start with a B2 and work their way up.
DETAILS
Hours / Week:
15 Hours/Week (Monday to Thursday)
Times:
Morning 09:00 – 13:00 (15-minute Break)/ Afternoon 13:00 – 17:00 (15-minute Break)
Levels:
Intermediate to Proficiency (CEFR B2 to C2)
Maximum Class Size:
15 Students
Age Group:
18+
TR elements define table rows
| Level (CEFR) | Level descriptions | LESSONS needed per level | WEEKS needed (20 lessons per week) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1 Beginner | No knowledge, or an understanding of only a very few basic words/phrases. | A1 to A2 80 | 4 |
| A2 Elementary | Can understand and speak about simple topics: i.e. family, shopping, hobbies. | A2 to B1 160 | 8 |
| B1 Intermediate | Can speak about future and past events, give reasons and explanations for a situation. | B1 to B2 180 | 9 |
| B2 Higher Intermediate | Can speak about abstract topics, produce clear detailed text on many subjects. | B2 to C1 200 | 10 |
| C1 Advanced | Can use language flexibly and effectively. | C1 to C2 220 | 11 |
| C2 Proficiency | Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely. |