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English Courses in N. Ireland

www.foylelanguageschool.com

International School for Academic Excellence

Contact usFoyle Language School35 Great James Street

Derry CityNorthern Ireland

BT48 7DFTel 0044 (0) 2871 371535Fax 0044 (0) 2871 371534

Email: [email protected]

Derry is renowned for the friendliness of its people and its beauty and hasbeen voted one of the top ten cities in the world worth visiting (1993).

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The City of Derry Airport is situated just 5 miles from the Derry's city centre. It is serviced bydirect daily flights to London Stansted, which in turn offers low-cost flights through Ryanair andEasyjet to most major cities across Europe. Belfast International Airport is located 90 minutes

drive from Derry and is serviced by all major airlines worldwide.

List of Services and Programmes

• General English Course

• Personal English One to One Course

• Executive English Total Immersion Course

• IELTS Examination Course (EAP)

• Cambridge Examination Course

• Medical English with IELTS

• English for Specific Purposes (ESP)

• Employment Integration Courses

• English Language Summer Holiday

Programme

• Discover Ireland Language In Action

Group Course

• Internship & Vocational Training

Programmes

• TEFL Training Courses

• TEFL Distance Learning

Other Services Available

• Foreign Language Training

• Translation and Interpreting Service

• Certified Proof Reading

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Organisational Profile

Accreditation and Examinations

Foyle Language School was inspected by the British Council in 2004 and has become the first private language school in Northern Ireland to be awarded British Council accreditation. The British Council assesses and monitors the standards of management, resources, premises, teaching and welfare at the school to ensure a high quality service is provided.

Examinations • Cambridge Examinations (FCE, CAE, CPE)• IELTS examination preparation (students sit the exam externally)• OCR Examinations• London Chamber of Commerce• London City & Guilds• Association of Teacher Training in TEFL (ATT, Ireland)

Local Associations• North West Institute of Further and Higher Education, Derry (local technical college)• L’Derry Chamber of Commerce• Derry Visitor & Convention Bureau

Staff ProfileSenior Management and Administrative Personnel

Paul Murray

Institute Director

Personal Profile

Paul Murray is a graduate of Brighton University with a BA in Applied Linguistics and Dip. TEFL. Having taught English extensively throughout Europe for 5 years, Paul returned to his native Derry in 1989 to set up Foyle Language School. Paul has been instrumental in the continued growth of the school and his dedication to the provision of top quality English courses and teacher training courses has ensured Foyle Language School’s recent successful accreditation by the British Council.

Derek Nicholl

Director of Studies

Personal Profile

Derek Nicholl is a graduate of both Middlesex University and the University of Ulster. He has a BA in English and Drama and an MA in TEFL. Derek has worked extensively in the field of TEFL and has taught English in Zimbabwe, Turkey and Hungary. He has been Director of Studies at both Castlehill International Language School, Stamford and at Harrow, London and has taught at both Queen’s University, Belfast and at The University of Ulster, Coleraine.

Ken Mc CormackStudent Careers Advisor

Sinead McCaulMarketing Manager

Mura Canning Admissions Manager &

Personnel Officer

Eamon CanningAdministrator &

Student Welfare Officer


English Language Courses

A wide range of English courses are available at the school. Every student is assessed at the beginning of their course to establish language level and to find the most suitable class for each individual. Progress is closely monitored during the course through student tutorials and teacher reports and students are changed to a higher or lower class when necessary. As class size is kept to a minimum (between 5 and 12 per class), students can see a high rate of progress throughout their course and will benefit from a high level of personal attention from their teacher.

Full List of Courses









• English Language Summer Holiday Programme

• Discover Ireland Language In Action Group Course

• Internship & Vocational Training Programmes

Social Itinerary Options

Derry and the surrounding area have world class fishing, horse riding and golfing facilities set in beautiful, unspoilt surroundings. Outdoor sports are second to none in this area of Ireland and there is always something to keep you active. If on the other hand the attractions of the city are more for you, the culture and night life in Derry make for a interesting and action-packed stay.

Options Include:

Sports - Fishing, Golfing, Horse RidingHill Walking, Cycling, Football, Adventure CoursesCulture - Irish Music and Dancing, Museums,Historical Sites and ToursTheatre trips, bowling, boat tripsExcursions - Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge, Donegal, Ulster American Folk Park and Belfast City.

Facilities on Offer

• Fully equipped language classrooms

• Fully equipped computer suite with internet access

• Student library

• Careers advice service

• Accommodation Office

• Student Services Consultant

• 24 Hour Emergency Service

Large, well-lit classrooms

Computer Suites and Self-Access Centre


General Courses

General English ~ Group classes

This course is designed for the non-specific learner who would like to improve their general communication skills. The student will study for 20 lessons per week (45 minute lessons) with four morning lessons each day, Monday to Friday. Classes are of mixed nationality with students from all around the globe.The course covers the four key skill areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening with extra attention given to oral communication skills for improved confidence and fluency.

Points to note

• Classes are available all year round

• Course materials are provided

• A social itinerary is available on request

• Students have access to the computer suite with email and internet facilities (subject to availability)

Course Details & Codes

• Classes are conducted each morning from 9.30am to 12.30pm

• Small class groups, average class size is 6 - 8 students

(maximum - 12 per students)

• Minimum duration is 1 week, maximum duration is 48 weeks

• Required entrance level is elementary or above

• Course Code: GE/01

NOTE: For beginner level students, we recommend a course of individual tuition before enrolling on the General English course.

Personal English ~ One to One Tuition Course

Students can study for up to 8 hours per day in this way, or can combine general English classes in the morning with one to one tuition in the afternoon. This course is recommended for beginner level students.

The content, duration and times of the private classes can all be arranged to suit the preference of the individual student, with a minimum of 10 hours tuition over one week.

Course Duration & Codes

• Individual Course

• Beginner to Advanced Levels

• 10 hours personal tuition, morning or afternoon classes over one week• Course Code: IND/02

• Combination Course

• Elementary to Advanced Levels

• 15 hours group tuition in the morning and 10 hours personal tuition in the afternoon over one week

• Course Code: COM/02


Examination Courses/Special Preparation Courses

Cambridge Examinations ~ Preparation Courses

Students can prepare and sit the Cambridge Examinations at the school. Courses are available full time and part time and examinations are held three times each year for the First Certificate in English (FCE) or twice per year for Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) and Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE).

Points to note

• Classes run all year round

• Full time or part time Options

• Course materials are provided

• Students have access to the computer suite and self-study IT centre

Course Details

• Full time classes run each weekday morning from 9.30am - 12.30pm

• Part time classes run for 11⁄2 hours each Wednesday evening from 5.30 - 7.00pm

• Average group size of 10 - 12 persons

• Minimum duration is 12 weeks for full time study and 10 weeks for part time study

Course Codes

Part Time FCE: FCE/PT Part Time CAE: CAE/PT Part Time CPE: CPE/PTFull Time FCE: FCE/FT Full Time CAE: CAE/FT Full Time CPE: CPE/FT

Special Preparation Courses

English Academic Writing for Universtity Applicants

Pre-Sessional Study Skills and Academic Writing Course for University Applicants

This course is aimed at students who are preparing to go to university. The course will provide students with a comprehensive outline on a successful approach to academic writing and study skills. If you have problems constructing essays, knowing how to research materials, or knowing how to organise your study time, then this course is essential for success at university level.

Academic Writing

• Understanding essay titles

• Writing an introductory paragraph

• Writing paragraphs

Study Skills

• How to organise your learning

• Reading Skills

• Self-Access Centres

• Finding sources in the library

Different Styles of Writing Essays

• Referencing:

Footnotes, Quotations, References and Bibliographies

• Process and procedure

• Comparison and contrast

• Discussion

• Cause and effect

• Analysing graphs

• Report writing

Course Details and Codes

• 2 week intensive course (30 hours)• 3 hours per day • Course Code: EAP/06


Holiday Courses

English Language Summer Programme

Foyle Language School’s summer programme for learners of English is a firm favourite with past students. We can guarantee that you will not attend a better summer course anywhere.

The programme offers the student a unique and fun-filled opportunity to experience the best of Irish life and culture whilst learning English. The course is highly successful and enjoyable and every participant will achieve rapid results. English classes are held in the morning and a packed programme of activities, excursions, games and sports are planned for afternoons and evenings. We employ native English speakers to act as mentors to the group and accompany the students on excursions and activities. Our team of English language teachers are very highly qualified and under the expert guidance of the Director or Studies, provide excellent and worthwhile tuition. Each Wednesday afternoon all students participate in group workshops covering topics such as drama, poetry, photography and journalism which are presented to a local audience on the final week of the course.

We also work in conjunction with our local college of Further and Higher Education (NWIFHE) to provide students with top quality facilities including several computer suites, full library access, coffee bar, theatre and even the opportunity to gain an online English qualification with Learn Direct.

Students are housed either with one of our excellent host families or at the local university student village. The majority of our families are within walking distance of the school (maximum walking distance - 30 minutes) and we try to place only one student of each nationality per family where applicable. The student village is situated in the beautiful Duncreggan area, 20 minutes walk from the school.

Points to note

This course is designed for learners of English at elementary level or above.

• Full board host family accommodation or Self-catering residential accommodation at university campus

• One student of the same nationality per family where applicable

• All course materials provided

• Full programme of social and cultural activities

• Information pack with maps, itineraries, tourist information

• Certificate of attendance

• 24 hour emergency service

• Native English speaking mentors

• Access to student coffee bar, computer suite and student library

• English online qualification with Learn Direct UK

Course Details & Codes

• The course runs throughout the months of July and August

• The minimum course duration is 2 weeks, maximum 8 weeks

• Final start date for the course is 18th August 03

• Course Code: SUM/07

Visiting the Mussedun Temple, Antrim Coast

Whiskey tasting at Bushmill’s Distillery


WEEK 1

Monday 14th JulyMorning: 10 - 1pm Introductions and placement testAfternoon: Treasure Hunt around the Old CityEvening: Free evening - get to know the city

Tuesday 15th JulyMorning: Class from 10am to 1.15pm Afternoon: Civic Reception with City Mayor

Evening: Welcome Party at Becketts Bar, Foyle Street

Wednesday 16th JulyMorning: Class from 10am to 1.15pm Afternoon: Wednesday Workshops Evening: Irish Traditional Night

Thursday 17th JulyMorning: Class from 10am to 1.15pmAfternoon: Sports Day at Brooke Park Leisure CentreEvening: Salsa Dancing in Becketts Bar Friday 18th JulyMorning: Class from 10am to 1.15pmAfternoon: Tower Museum Tour

Evening: Party Night

Saturday 19th July Full day Excursion to North Antrim Coast Downhill, Bishops

Glen, Mussedon Temple, Dunluce Castle, Giants Causeway & Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge

Sunday 20th July Optional afternoon activity: Irish Music Session

WEEK 2

Monday 21st JulyMorning: Class from 10am to 1.15pmAfternoon: Cultural Trail ( Irish dancing and Story Telling)Evening: Table Quiz Night.

Tuesday 22nd JulyMorning: Class from 10am to 1.15pmAfternoon: Group 1: Tour of the Derry Journal Newspaper Group 2: Orienteering in St. Columbs ParkEvening: Student Disco Night

Wednesday 23rd JulyMorning: Class from 10am to 1.15pmAfternoon: Wednesday Workshops Evening: Free

Thursday 24th JulyMorning: Class from 10am to 1.15pmAfternoon: Boat Trip on River FoyleEvening: Salsa Dancing Evening at Becketts

Friday 25th JulyMorning: Class from 10am to 1.15pmAfternoon: Computer Afternoon OR :

Football Match Ireland v Rest of World Evening: “The Battle of the Bands” - Rock, Pop and Indie Bands Competition

Saturday 26th July Full day Excursion to Ulster American Folk Park

Sunday 27th JulyOptional evening activity: Buncrana Music Festival

Holiday Courses

English LANGUAGE Summer Programme - Sample Itinerary

Press Release

Report in The Derry Journal Newspaper, Tuesday 12th August 2003

“Saturday the 9th August 2003 marked the end of the most successful International English Language School yet for Foyle Language.”

“Students travelled from all around the globe to be at Foyle Language School in Derry. They travelled from Spain, France, Italy, Argentina, Poland, Germany, China and even Libya. The students range from the ages of 16 and 60 and came from all different cultural backgrounds.

Students at Foyle Language School Summer Programme come to Derry for up to four weeks. They stay with host families (so that they are totally immersed in the English language) and they enjoy language classes and an itinerary packed full of activities for the duration of their visit. The main focus of their programme is to learn and improve their English skills. However, it is inevitable that after attending the Foyle Language School Summer Programme they will

have achieved far more than this.”


European Medical English Course Our Ref: EuroMed05

Hours: 15 Hours per week (9.30am – 12.45pm, Monday - Friday)

Class Size Average – 10 per class

Duration: 8 weeks

Entrance Requirements Minimum of IELTS 5.0 , Cambridge First Certificate in English, or equivalent

Course Aim:

The aim of the course is to provide Medical Practitioners (Doctors and Nurses) from EU countries with the necessary English language skills to enable them to work within the UK and Irish healthcare industries. Effective communication skills and cultural awareness are key features of the course.

Course Objectives

• To consolidate present grammar knowledge and extend present level of language awareness and usage.

• Provide students with an overview of Irish/British culture.

• Listening will be taught so as to develop students’ receptive skills with regard to listening for specific information, main points in a conversation, and sensitivity to accent and dialect.

• Introduce students to phonetics. This part of the course will be practical in nature and will focus on the linguistic components of tone, register, prosody and intonation.

• Draw attention to the regional aspects of language used in the North West of Ireland. Emphasis upon regional accents, dialects and idiomatic expressions

• Provide functional and communicative Medical English – this does not refer to the specific terminology related to physiology and anatomy but to the language used in medical situations with both colleagues and patients.

Course Contents

• Overview of grammar

• Overview of Irish/British culture

• Listening Skills

• Speaking skills

• Phonetics

• Functional and Communicative Medical English

Other Information:

The current recommendation from the GMC (General Medical Council) and NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) for non-native nurses and doctors is 6.5 for Nurses and 7.0 for Doctors. Should students who reach a level of proficiency they will be encouraged to sit the IELTS examination.


IELTS with MEDICAL ENGLISH Our Ref: IELTS/MED05

Hours: 18 hours per week (9.30am – 12.45pm, Monday – Friday; 2.00 – 5.00pm Mondays)

Class Size Average – 10 per class.

Duration: 24 weeks

Entrance Requirements IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent. Must hold a recognised medical qualification.

Course Aim:The aim of this course is to provide medical personnel with an intensive IELTS preparation course, which will allow them to achieve 6.5, or above. The Medical English component will provide the students with the opportunity to develop the necessary English Language Skills to enable them to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.

Course Contents

Module 1: General English (Four weeks)

• To provide students with the opportunity to consolidate present grammar knowledge and extend present level of language awareness and usage.

• Review tense systems.

Module 2: IELTS Preparation (Twenty weeks)

• Intensive study of the IELTS programme. Students will be provided with the opportunity to fully develop their LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING and WRITING skills.

Module 3: Medical English (Three hours per week for twenty weeks) This module will run concurrently with the IELTS programme. Students will examine the following:

• The functional and communicative aspects of Medical English.

• Overview of Irish and British Culture.

• Phonetic and phonology. An overview of a variety of regional accents and dialects in the British Isles and Ireland.

• Tone, register and prosody.

Other Information:The current recommendation for IELTS from the GMC (General Medical Council) and NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) for Nurses and Doctors outside the EU is 6.5 for Nurses and 7.0 for Doctors.

Adaptation Link Programme Our Ref: MED LINK/05

Hours: 15 Hrs per week (9.30am – 12.45pm, Monday - Friday)

Class Size Average – 10 per class

Duration: 4 weeks

Entrance Requirements Must have achieved 6.5 in IELTS examination. Must have recognised medical qualification

Course Aim:The course is open to all students who have already obtained a 6.5 in their IELTS examination. The purpose of the course is to prepare non-native nurses with a level of English language knowledge and understanding which will enable them to perform effectively with the cultural context of an Irish or British healthcare setting. The course will also prepare nurses for their adaptation interview and the placement officer provides assistance in finding a suitable adaptation placement.

Course Contents• Advanced Language for improved fluency

• Analysing dialect, accent and regional language variations

• Writing a CV

• Interview technique using video/ telephone & discussion

• Career development within nursing

• Nursing Policy in the UK

• UK & Irish Healthcare Systems

• Pensions, taxation and employment rights

Other Information:Once the nurse achieves level 6.5 in their IELTS, they can register with the NMC and begin looking for adaptation placement. We assist nurses with finding supervised work placement interview, but we cannot guarantee placement as recruitment is at the discretion of the placement provider.

Note: Nurses must bring all qualifications, certificates, police check documents and references with them.


Drama Course for English Language Teachers

Hours: 60 hours

Time: 9.30am – 1.00pm, lunch, 2.00pm – 5.30pm

Group Size: Minimum of 8, maximum of 16

Duration: Two weeks

Entrance Requirements Must have a recognised teaching qualification or TEFL equivalent. Should be or have been practising teachers.

COURSE DETAILSI hear and I forget

I listen and I rememberI do and I understand

(Chinese Proverb)

An intensive two-week course for teachers wishing to upgrade their skills in the area of communicative language activities in the classroom. The course will equip teachers to act as an effective facility so as to develop the communicative competency of their students.

COURSE CONTENT

The way in which we learn our native language involves the total personality and is therefore a creative process, but the way in which a second language is acquired is often mechanistic and artificial, depending on a theory of teaching which ignores the emotional and non verbal content of language (Suzanne Karbowsa Hayes)

• Overview of Teaching Methods.• Detailed examination of Communicative Competence Teaching.• Lesson Planning.• A theoretical basis for using drama with ESL students.• Examining the role of the teacher as a facility.• Drama Awareness, movement, mime, relaxation techniques, improvisation and role play• Grammar Games.• Teaching Pronunciation (Improving learners’ understanding of authentic spoken English.)• Task based learning.• Observation of classes.

DETAILS

• Two week preparation programme• Full board host family accommodation • Programme of cultural activities• 24 hour emergency numbers• Certificates of achievement and attendance• End of course tutor’s report• Free Airport Transfer from City of Derry Airport

Other Information:

This group course is available all year round with the exception of school holidays. Reservations should be made at least 4 weeks before the intended start date.


Exam Courses for School Groups

INTENSIVE EXAM PREPARATION FOR CAMBRIDGE FIRST CERTIFICATE (FCE)

Hours: 20 hours per week (9.30am – 1.45pm, Monday - Friday)

Group Size: Minimum 10, maximum 16 (More than one group may attend at any time)

Duration: 2 weeks

Entrance Requirements: Intermediate level English

Course Aim:This short intensive course provides excellent preparation and exam techniques to help students achieve top marks in their FCE exams. The course aims to increase the confidence and fluency of each student, and provides practice in the different areas of the exam.

Students stay full board with an Irish host family. We always mix nationalities so that students are totally immersed in the English language. In the evenings and at the weekend students can experience a slice of Irish life with cultural events, excursions and activities provided by the school.

Course Contents:

Reading ~ Multiple matching; multiple choice; gapped text; Speaking ~ Giving an interview; individual long turn; collaborative task; three-way discussion

Writing ~ Letter writing; article writing; report; composition; short storyListening ~ Multiple choice; note-taking; filling in blanks; multiple matching; selection from opinionsUse of English ~ Multiple choice cloze; open cloze; key word transformations; error correction; word formation

Details• Two week preparation programme• Full board host family accommodation • Two week programme of events and activities

• 24 hour emergency numbers• Certificates of achievement and attendance• End of course tutor’s report• Free Airport Transfer from City of Derry Airport

INTENSIVE EXAM PREPARATION FOR TRINITY EXAMINATIONS

Hours: 20 hours per week (9.30am – 1.45pm, Monday - Friday)

Group Size: Minimum 10, maximum 16 (More than one group may attend at any time)

Duration: 2 weeks

Entrance Requirements: Intermediate level English

Course Aim:This short intensive course provides excellent preparation and exam techniques to help students achieve top marks in their Trinity exams. The course aims to increase the confidence and fluency of each student, and provides practice in the different areas of the exam.Students stay full board with an Irish host family. We always mix nationalities so that students are totally immersed in the English language. In the evenings and at the weekend students can experience a slice of Irish life with cultural events, excursions and activities provided by the school.

Course Contents:

Initial Stage ~ Grades 1 – 3Elementary Stage ~ Grades 4 – 6

Intermediate Stage ~ Grades 7 – 9Advanced Stage ~ Grades 10 – 12Note: A detailed syllabus is available from Trinity College, 89 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7TP, UK

Details• Two week preparation programme• Full board host family accommodation • Two week programme of events and activities

• 24 hour emergency numbers• Certificates of achievement and attendance• End of course tutor’s report• Free Airport Transfer from City of Derry Airport

Other Information:Group courses are available all year round with the exception of school holidays. Reservations should be made at least 4 weeks before the intended start date.


Refresher Course for Non-Native English Teachers

Hours: 60 hours

Time: 9.30am – 1.00pm, lunch, 2.00pm – 5.30pm, Monday - Friday

Group Size: Minimum of 8, maximum of 16

Duration: Two weeks

Entrance Requirements Must have a recognised teaching qualification or TEFL equivalent. Should be or have been practising teachers.

Course Details

This course has been designed with the professional teacher in mind. The course is aimed at those practising teachers who which to reflect upon teaching and also to allow them to update their skills. The course will be practical in nature so that teachers will have the opportunity to review and discuss the work in progress.

Course Content

• Overview of teaching methods with an emphasis on the place of communicative teaching in the classroom.• Examine the ways to present grammar in functional and communicative contexts.• Grammar games and how to use them.• Teaching the four skills: LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING and WRITING• Examine the ways to integrate the four skills.• Materials development.• Examine the role of drama and music in the classroom.• Examine the ways to integrate phonetics into the classroom.• Observation of lessons.• Teaching Practice sessions and microteaching.

Details

• Two week preparation programme• Full board host family accommodation • Programme of cultural activities• 24 hour emergency numbers• Certificates of achievement and attendance• End of course tutor’s report• Free Airport Transfer from City of Derry Airport

Other Information

This is a very intensive course, which has a practical element. Students will be expected to take part in drama workshops, peer-teaching sessions and must be prepared to be video taped so as to have their teaching evaluated and discussed. Students also need to be prepared to spend at least two hours per night on preparation.

English Courses in N. Ireland

www.foylelanguageschool.com

International School for Academic Excellence

Contact usFoyle Language School35 Great James Street

Derry CityNorthern Ireland

BT48 7DFTel 0044 (0) 2871 371535Fax 0044 (0) 2871 371534

Email: [email protected]

Derry is renowned for the friendliness of its people and its beauty and hasbeen voted one of the top ten cities in the world worth visiting (1993).


MANCHESTER

Riv

erSeve

rn

R

M

ersey

Loch

Ryan

Loch

Fyne

P e n t l a n d F i r t h

N O R T H

S E A

A T L A N T I C

O C E A N

I R I S HS E A

C E L T I C

S E A

DERRY

BELFAST

DUBLIN

LONDON

GLASGOW

The City of Derry Airport is situated just 5 miles from the Derry's city centre. It is serviced bydirect daily flights to London Stansted, which in turn offers low-cost flights through Ryanair andEasyjet to most major cities across Europe. Belfast International Airport is located 90 minutes

drive from Derry and is serviced by all major airlines worldwide.

List of Services and Programmes









• English Language Summer Holiday

Programme

• Discover Ireland Language In Action

Group Course

• Internship & Vocational Training

Programmes

• TEFL Training Courses

• TEFL Distance Learning

Other Services Available

• Foreign Language Training

• Translation and Interpreting Service

• Certified Proof Reading

www.ineedtranslations.com

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