English language courses in Rose Hill, Mauritius

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The British Council is the UK’s official cultural relations organisation that delivers hundreds of projects in the area of education, arts, science, sports and governance, all over the world. We are a world leader in the provision of English Language Training and at our centre here in Mauritius, we have been providing English courses for more than 6 years at our Teaching Centre in Rose Hill.

We offer a variety of high quality English courses which cater to all learners needs. Our customers come to the British Council with a wide range of cultural backgrounds, experiences, expectations and learning requirements.

Our English language courses are tailored to meet the specific needs of our customers, including General English for Adults, Cambridge and IELTS Exam Preparation, Pre-University Skills Courses, as well as courses in English for Business, Academic and Specific Purposes. We also offer a wide range of young learner courses, including General and CPE Exam Preparation courses, and fun, engaging Holiday courses.

We also offer specialised one-to-one specialist training for Corporate Clients and both small and large group tuition for many other sectors including teacher training. We are also proud to deliver outreach projects providing educational support to the local community in collaboration with our NGO partners.

As a student at the British Council, you will experience significant improvement in your English language learning as all of our programmes are delivered by highly-experienced and fully-qualified English Language Teaching Professionals. All learners are assessed with a placement test before commencement and assigned to classes which are level-appropriate. All courses are structured with a clear syllabus and achievable learning outcomes and progress is regularly monitored by friendly and helpful teachers.

Our courses are held in spacious and comfortable learning environments and use authentic and relevant learning materials. Students are provided with plenty of opportunities to practice both productive and receptive skills of English in realistic situations with other learners, which maximises their fluency and accuracy of the language.

		How can I register?

Before the start of our courses, you need to do a placement test. Our placement testing procedure takes one-hour. It allows us to determine your level of English prior to enrolling you into any of courses. With this information we are able to recommend classes which will be of an appropriate level to allow you to maximise your language development. The placement test is Rs 300 per person.

The next dates for you to register are as follows:

Term 3 2012:

Registration Dates	Registration Times
18 - 21 July 2012	Wednesday - Saturday: 1000 to 1600

Forms:

Conditions of registration

			Young Learner registration form
			Adult registration form

		How much will the course cost?


Placement Test	Rs 300 (per person before any course registration)
Primary	Rs 6,700
Senior	Rs 7,500
Fun with English (Holiday Course for Kids)	Rs 1,500
Adult General English	Rs 7,800
IELTS Workshop	Rs 3,900 (including IELTS preparation materials)
Adult Speaking Skills	Rs 5,000
Adult Presentation Skills	Rs 3,500
Adult Report Writing Skills	Rs 3,500
Pre-University Speak with Confidence	Rs 1,500
Pre-University Write with Confidence	Rs 1,500

Prices subject to change

		How can I pay for my course?

	You can pay the course fees by cash, cheque or debit/credit card. Payments for courses must be made before your course starts.

		What courses can I take?

We offer English courses for primary children (7-10 years), senior young learners (11-17 years) and adults (18+ years) throughout the year. We have three 12-week terms starting in January, May and August. We also offer holiday programmes for young learners and adult soft skills courses.

Primary

12 weeks - 24 hours (2-hour classes, once a week)

Download the primary level teaching methodology

Senior

12 weeks - 36 hours (3-hour classes, once a week; or 1.5 hour classes, twice a week)

Download the senior level (11-13 years) teaching methodology

Download the senior level (14+ years) teaching methodology

Holiday

1 week - 15 hours (3-hour classes, 5 days a week)

Adult General English

12 weeks - 36 hours (1.5-hour classes, twice a week)

IELTS workshop

2 days - 10 hours (5-hour classes over two Saturdays*)
*Occasionally workshops are done in the evenings from Monday to Friday (2 hours a day)

Download the IELTS workshop flyer

Adult Speaking Skills

12 weeks – 24 hours (2-hour classes, once a week)

Adult Report Writing Skills

4 weeks – 16 hours (2-hour classes, twice a week)

Pre-University Speak with Confidence

1 week – 15 hours (3-hour classes, 5 days a week)

Download the Speak with Confidence flyer

Pre-University Write with Confidence

1 week – 15 hours (3-hour classes, 5 days a week)

Download the Write with Confidence flyer

For corporate clients or businesses please contact us for an information pack and personalised consultation service.

		When can I take a course?

Course:	Dates:
Young Learners	14 August - 3 November 2012
Adult General English	14 August - 3 November 2012
Adult Speaking, Presentation and Report Writing Skills	Please contact us for the dates
Pre-University Speak with Confidence	28 May - 1 June 2012
Pre-University Write with Confidence	21-25 May 2012 and 28 May -1 June 2012
IELTS Workshop	07 April and 14 April or 28 April and 05 May or 21 to 25 May or 16 June and 23 June or 07 July and 14 July or 04 August and 11 August

		What are the Course times?

Our Teaching Centre operates a Monday to Saturday working week. While class times may vary from term to term according to demand and teacher availability, please see table below for class times for last term.


Primary	Saturday 0845 - 1045 and 1115 - 1315 Wednesday 1545 - 1745
Senior	Saturday 1015 - 1315 and 1415 - 1715 Tuesday to Friday 1515 - 1645 or Tuesday & Thursday 1700 - 1830
Holiday	Monday to Friday 0900 - 1200
Adult General English	Tuesday and Thursday or Wednesday & Friday, 1700 - 1830
IELTS workshop	Monday to Friday 1730 - 1930 or Saturdays 1000 - 1600 (including 1 hour lunch break)
Corporate Clients	Class times can be during normal office working hours or, subject to negotiation, according to your requirements and trainer availability.
Adult Speaking Skills	Saturday 1115 - 1315
Adult Presentation Skills	Tuesday & Thursday 1730 - 1930
Adult Report Writing Skills	Wednesday & Friday 1730 - 1930
Pre-University Speak with Confidence	Monday to Friday 0900 - 1200
Pre-University Write with Confidence	Monday to Friday 0900 - 1200

		Who are our teachers?

Our teachers are all fluent English language speakers with internationally-accredited English Language Teaching qualifications and a vast amount of experience in the EFL teaching industry. Our teachers are happy to assist learners in achieving their learning goals by providing advice, support and clear instructions. Lessons are varied, cover a wide range of stimulating and informative topics and employ a broad range of techniques using methodologies proven to be successful in second language acquisition.

		Where are our courses held?


Primary	•British Council: Royal Road, Rose Hill •Middlesex University (Saturday courses)
Senior	•British Council: Royal Road, Rose Hill (Weekday courses) •Middlesex University (Saturday courses)
Holiday	•British Council, Royal Road, Rose Hill
Adults	•British Council, Royal Road, Rose Hill •Middlesex University (IELTS Workshop) (Saturday courses)

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If you require further details please contact us.

		Other useful information

			We are closed on public holidays although classes are replaced within the term.
			We reserve the right to change the course schedule or cancel a course.
			No reimbursements can be made once the class has started. Exceptional refunds will be given at the management’s discretion but a 15% administrative fee will be charged.
			The maximum number of students enrolled in a class may vary according to the course but does not exceed 20.
			Our teaching centre is registered with the Mauritius Qualifications Authority (MQA) and our Adult courses are MQA approved.