Whether you are studying, working or keeping up with friends, clear and correct English is important to make a good impression. These shorter courses help you prepare for life in an English-speaking world. You will apply the new skills, grammar and vocabulary to real-world situations. Activities based around the themes of social, travel, work and study will really help you feel sure of the English you use in everyday life.

Course Content

You will develop the confidence and skills to write better emails, essays and articles by:

• learning and practising phrases to express yourself clearly and convincingly
• applying what you know with regular grammar reminders
• receiving tips to develop writing skills such as generating, organising and linking your ideas.

For further details, please refer to the course outlines.

Course Aims

You will work towards the following learning outcomes:

• write accurately, briefly and clearly
• understand the difference between formal and informal writing
• adapt your writing to suit a range of styles including instructions, blogs, emails and letters.

Demonstrating Progress

Your teacher monitors your progress with writing tasks during the course.

You receive an attendance certificate if you attend at least 75% of lessons and complete assessments successfully.

Placement test and counselling

To register for your first British Council adult course you will need to take a placement test to assess your current level of English. A course counsellor will then help you select the course most suited to your needs and English level.

Course Information