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	Questions about our Teaching Centre and enrolling for a course

		Can I do more than one course at the same time?

	Yes, if there is more than one course available for your standard of English, and the times do not clash.

		What can I do after I finish this course?

	Your teacher will advise you on which course would be most useful for you to attend next. Students who have successfully completed a course usually move up to the next level, e.g. Elementary 2 to Elementary 3

		How long do the courses last?

We offer 32 hours courses in two different schedules. You may opt to

complete the course in 8 weeks, classes twice a week for two hours each or
Complete the course in 4 weeks, classes four times a week , for two hours each.

Our short courses offer you the flexibility to study what you want, when you want. To achieve their desired level of ability in the English language, we recommend most students to attend more than one course. After completing one course you may change to a different type of course if you wish (subject to availability), or take a break & rejoin within the next 6, while you are busy with other things.

		Do I have to take the placement test?

	Before starting a course, all students must take the British Council Placement Test. This is an assessment to enable us to identify your level of English. After the test, we'll be able to recommend the best course for you. The placement test result is valid for 6 months.

		What does the placement test consist of?

The placement test takes about an hour to complete and is made up of three parts:

1. A written test.
2. A five minute interview (with one of our teachers to find the right course for you)
3. A counselling session to find the available time options for the recommended course.

You can join any course that is at your level. You have six months to register for a course before your placement test result becomes invalid.

		How should I prepare for the placement test?

	It's best if you don't do any preparation. That way we can properly assess your standard of English. We take great care to enrol you on a course to suit your particular level of English.

		When I have completed the placement test, do I automatically have a place on a course?

	You have a place on a course only when you pay the course fee in full. We recommend that you enrol as soon as possible after taking your test because places on courses can fill up quickly.

		How do I pay for the course?

	Payment can be made in cash, by demand draft or credit card. Demand drafts should be made payable to 'British Council Division'. Each course is priced separately. (We do not accept cheques)

		Can I pay in installments?

	We will only enrol you on a course once you have paid the full fee.

		Is there any more to pay after the registration fee?

	After paying the registration fee, you can take the written test and interview. However, your place on the course will be confirmed only after you pay the entire course fee. Once you've paid the fee you can start the course. You may also be asked to buy some books. The course fee is for one course. If you decide to register for another course, you will have to pay for it separately.

		Do I have to buy a book?

	Yes. Although there is no need to buy any materials for the Spoken English Skills course and English For Business & Creative Writing - we provide all the materials.

		Will I finish the book in one course?

	Each General English course is based on a defined portion of your course book. For Presentation Skills and English For Business Skills, you will complete the majority of the course book in one course.

		Can I do a course by correspondence?

	At the moment we do not offer correspondence courses. As bandwidth increases we hope to introduce on-line courses.

		Can I change to a different course if I feel the course I'm attending is not suitable?

	It is important for you to think carefully about what type of course you would like to do before you register. Once you have registered, you will only be able to change your course at the recommendation of your teacher.

		I am very busy at the moment. Do you have a class at a time that suits me?

	We offer a variety of courses with classes in the mornings, afternoons or evenings. Most classes are held between Monday and Friday. To benefit fully from your course, it's important that you have enough time to do homework and other self-study.

		Can I use the library?

All students registered with the Teaching Centre receive a special discounted offer on the membership fees for the Library. This gives you the participate in the exciting activities that we organize for our members. We normally host two film nights per term. We also conduct Conversation clubs and debates etc which facilitate English language improvement. These events are extremely popular amongst our students.

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