English Courses in Ireland:
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Galway
Idyllic landscape, mighty cliffs, typical Irish pubs and quaint nightlife all distinguish one of Ireland’s most beautiful towns.
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Galway
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Galway
Galway, a typically Irish town, is situated on the West Coast of Ireland.
The main street, Shop Street, winds through the centre, changing its
character as it reaches the medieval area, from a street full of modern
fashionable shops to one where you can find curiosity shops, cosy cafes
and bars, and tiny restaurants.
The sea, various lakes and picturesque mountains and rivers can all be
reached easily from Galway. The area offers itself to horse riding trips,
as well as excursions to the Aron Islands and the cliffs.
The school
Our school, at the heart of Galway, is a 10 minute walk away from the sea and has a beautiful balcony on the roof. It has 24 air-conditioned classrooms, a computer room with internet access, a library and a cafeteria.
Our school
has developed a reputation for its friendly and personal
atmosphere, together with its attention to high academic standards of
teaching English.
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| Average groups size |
| 10, maximum 12 |
| Students |
| Adults of all ages, minimum age 18 |
| Language levels |
| all, except A0-Beginner Level and C2-Upper Advanced Level Business Course from Higher Intermediate level (B2) |
| Internet access |
| free in school, Wireless LAN. Internet access is
also available if you bring your own computer / laptop. |
| Average temperatures |
| summer 16 °, winter 5 ° |
| Average water temperatures |
| summer 13°, winter 10 ° |
LISA! Quality Mark
Study English in Galway: Accredited by the Department of Education and a member of ACELS and MEI RELSA. Friendly school surrounded by beautiful nature.
Sightseeing in Galway
Galway and its surroundings offer a multitude of attractions to visitors: the Aran Islands, the cliffs of Mohair, the Connemara National Park and of course, the city of Galway itself.
We recommend a tour of Galway on foot or by ferry. The Cathedral is the town’s most impressive building, situated next to an old prison which used to be notorious for its toughness. Today, it displays sculptures and frescoes.
Bridge Mills, situated next to O’Brian’s Bridge, is about
400 years old and now home to a shopping centre. During the summer months,
festivals with medieval costumes and banquets invite visitors to re-live
its history.
Galway has a long tradition of cultures, arts and music which you will
discover when visiting some of its pubs and clubs.
We strongly recommend a visit to the Aran Islands which are off Ireland’s West Coast. On Inishmore, Inishmaan and Inishsheer you will encounter the residents’ Celtic traditions and their language, Gaelic.
Accommodation
Shared school-flat: Several course participants share
a flat in the town centre with kitchen, bathroom/ WC, TV and washing
machine. Single room (SR) or double room (DR). Bedlinen and towels are
provided. Average distance from the school: 20 minutes on foot. Ensuite
rooms may be booked for a surcharge. Double rooms can only be booked
by 2 people booking and travelling together. Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Family: Single room (SR) with shared bath / WC and half board (HB), full board at weekends. Average distance from the school: 30 minutes on foot or by public transport. Ensuite single rooms can be booked at an extra charge.
Courses and prices
| Standard Course | ||||
| 20 lessons (45 minutes each) per week group tuition | ||||
| Prices in £ | Shared school-flat | Family | ||
| DR 01.01. - 25.06. / 26.09. - 31.12. |
DR 26.06. - 25.09. |
SR | SR HB | |
| 1 week | - | - | - | 554 |
| 2 weeks | 803 | 842 | 950 | 950 |
| 3 weeks | 1,057 | 1,116 | 1,279 | 1,279 |
| 4 weeks | 1,318 | 1,397 | 1,612 | 1,612 |
| 8 weeks | 2,567 | 2,723 | 3,155 | 3,155 |
| 12 weeks | 3,778 | 4,013 | 4,660 | 4,660 |
| extra week | 313 | 332 | 387 | 387 |
| Intensive Course/ Business Course | ||||
| 30 lessons (45 minutes each) group tuition per week; also available as Business Course from 01/03/ - 29/10/ for max. 6 weeks with 20 lessons General English + 10 lessons Business English | ||||
| Prices in £ | Shared school-flat | Family | ||
| DR 01.01. - 25.06. / 26.09. - 31.12. |
DR 26.06. - 25.09. |
SR | SR HB | |
| 1 week | - | - | - | 607 |
| 2 weeks | 867 | 907 | 1,014 | 1,014 |
| 3 weeks | 1,165 | 1,224 | 1,387 | 1,387 |
| 4 weeks | 1,475 | 1,553 | 1,769 | 1,769 |
| 8 weeks | 2,876 | 3,033 | 3,464 | 3,464 |
| 12 weeks | 4,248 | 4,484 | 5,130 | 5,130 |
| extra week | 352 | 371 | 426 | 426 |
| Star Course Plus 5 (not available from 26/06/ - 25/09/) |
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| 20 lessons (45 minutes
each) per week group tuition + 5 lessons (60 minutes each) per week private tuition |
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| Prices in £ | Shared school-flat | Family | |
| DR |
SR | SR HB | |
| 1 week | - | - | 760 |
| 2 weeks | 1,171 | 1,318 | 1,318 |
| 3 weeks | 1,655 | 1,877 | 1,877 |
| 4 weeks | 2,126 | 2,420 | 2,420 |
| extra week | 518 | 593 | 593 |
| Star Course (not available from 26/06/ - 25/09/) |
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| 15 lessons (60 minutes each) per week private tuition | |||
| Prices in £ | Shared school-flat | Family | |
| DR | SR | SR HB | |
| 1 week | --- | --- | 1,077 |
| 2 weeks | 1,802 | 1,949 | 1,949 |
| 3 weeks | 2,576 | 2,798 | 2,798 |
| 4 weeks | 3,351 | 3,645 | 3,645 |
Exam Courses
At our language school in Galway, we offer the following exam preparation courses: Preparation for the Cambridge Certificate Cambridge Certificate (FCE, CAE):
Please note:
- You can only take these courses if your English is at least at intermediate level (B1); (FCE: B1; CAE: B2). Enrolment onto a preparation course is therefore subject to a grading test before the course starts.
- You must pay the exam fee while in Galway. Please consult the table regarding how much the exam fee will cost.
- Cambridge Certificates: You will find dates of the written papers (papers 1-3) in the table. According to our previous experience, we have found that the oral exams (papers 4-5) mostly take place a week after the end of the course. which is why the prices may include an extra week’s accommodation. As it is possible that the dates may be postponed, we recommend that you opt for a flexible flight reservation.
Exam Course Prices
| Cambridge Certificate-Exam Course | ||||
| 20 lessons à 45 min group tuition per week | ||||
| Prices in £ | Apartment | Family | ||
| DR
01.01. - 25.06. / 26.09. - 31.12. |
DR
26.06. - 25.09. |
SR | SR HB | |
| 10 week course, 10 weeks accommodation | 3,052 | 3,228 | 3,713 | 3,713 |
| 13 week course, 14 weeks accommodation | 4,046 | 4,321 | 5,075 | 5,075 |
| Exam fee: 160 EUR; books 65 EUR | ||||
Exam Course Dates
| Cambridge Certificate: |
| FCE / CAE - Exam Course: 04.01. - 12.03. (10 weeks), accommodation end: 13.03.; 15.03. - 11.06. (13 weeks), accommodation end: 12.06.; 06.09. - 03.12. (13 weeks), accommodation end: 11.12.; 02.08. - 27.08. (4 weeks), accommodation end: 28.12 Exam (in Galway): dates are not known yet Please register for the exam at least 3 months in advance online! |
Dates and Services
| Outbound travel day: | Return travel day: |
| Sunday | Saturday |
| Course start dates: | |
| Courses begin every Monday | |
| No lessons on the following dates: | |
| 01.01.; 02.01.; 17.03.; 09.04.; 12.04.; 03.05.; 07.06.; 02.08.; 25.10.; 20.12. - 31.12. |
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Package includes:
- Language course as booked
- Accommodation as booked
- Loan of course materials
- Organised social/activity programme
- Travel advice and information
- Certificate on course completion
Additional services:
- Extra nights without lessons: £ 44
- Ensuite bathroom in family accommodation: £ 71 per week
- Ensuite bathroom in school flat (SR): £ 49 per week
- Single transfer airport – accommodation: Galway: £ 64; Shannon: £ 216, Dublin £ 397 or Dublin £ 162 (pick up at the gate + bus ticket to Galway)
Travel
We recommend that you book a flight to Galway airport. There is a public transport service from the airport to your accommodation. Alternatively, you can book a flight to Dublin and travel to Galway by bus (duration about 3,5 hours, price about £ 14). Alternatively, you can book the school’s transfer service.