A Plus English
Description
We provide a wide range of language courses that are flexible and tailored to suit the individual needs of each student, helping them to achieve their goals. Students can start a course at any time, choose the course that suits them and graduate with an internationally recognised qualification. Sheffield is one of England's safest and greenest city. It has excellent transport links. With a varied calender of social activities and carefully chosen homestay and hotel accommodation available, A+ English delivers an exceptional educational and cultural experience. Our large school offers a library and self-access study centre. Weekly social outings to local cultural attractions. Sheffield has the beautiful Peak District on its doorstep complemented by a vibrant, cosmopolitan city centre. Sheffield is a highly desirable study destination.
English Language Courses
A Plus English offers 9 English language courses. Click on a course for more information.
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Courses for Teachers of English
Trinity College (London) Certificate in TESOL -
Course Factfile Length: 31 (part time) Age: 18+ Tuition: Total of 121 hours organised tuition + further individual tutorials and teaching assessments Maximum Class Size: 12 Levels: IELTS 8.0+ Start Dates: October 2011 - May 2012, October 2012 – May 2013 (please request info for full time course dates) Price: £995 + £110 Moderation fee Trinity College (London) Certificate in TESOL
Price includes:
- Tuition
- Tutorials
The Certificate in TESOL is an initial teacher training qualification, allowing you to teach English to speakers of other languages in this country or abroad. At the end of a Trinity College Certificate in TESOL, new teachers are equipped to enter the classroom confident that they are following the basic principles of good teaching.
During the course, you will have your own awareness of the English Language improved, you will be introduced to aspects of English which may be quite new to you (e.g. phonetics and phonology), and will considered some of the theories and practicalities behind classroom teaching methodologies. You will be trained in practical teaching, in various aspects of classroom management and will discover a number of teaching techniques. To achieve all of this, you will take part in input sessions, seminars and workshops, including a short course in an 'unknown language'. You will also be required to complete a number of pieces of coursework, observation of experienced teachers in ‘live’ classes, and practical teaching.
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English for Academic Purposes
Academic English Programme 1 Academic English Programme 2 -
Course Factfile Length: 12-36 Age: 18+ Tuition: 15 Maximum Class Size: 14 Levels: Pre-intermediate-Advanced Start Dates: 4 per year Price: £173.50 Academic English Programme 1
Price includes:
- 15 hours study per week
- Academic English book
- All course materials
- A+ English student card
- Continuous assessment portfolio
Main academic teaching. The tasks/aims to be assessed will be: listening to
lectures; taking notes; responding appropriately to questions/opinions; reading academic
journals/works; making beneficial notes; writing essays; writing scientific reports; appropriate
quoting / referencing; avoiding plagiarism; giving presentations; taking part in seminar discussions;
dealing with interview situations; using appropriate academic register; forming cohesive
arguments/analysis; continual independent study and learning; critical / two-sided thinking;
knowing what is appropriate/ inappropriate at University; settling into British society.
Course Factfile Length: 12-36 Age: 18+ Tuition: 21 Maximum Class Size: 14 Levels: Pre-Intermediate- Advanced Start Dates: 4 per year Price: £238 Academic English Programme 2
Price includes:
- 21 hours tuition per week
- IELTS preparation
- IELTS exam
- Academic English book
- All course materials
- A+ English student card
- Continuous assessment portfolio
The Morning sessions: main academic teaching. The tasks/aims to be assessed will be: listening to
lectures; taking notes; responding appropriately to questions/opinions; reading academic
journals/works; making beneficial notes; writing essays; writing scientific reports; appropriate
quoting / referencing; avoiding plagiarism; giving presentations; taking part in seminar discussions;
dealing with interview situations; using appropriate academic register; forming cohesive
arguments/analysis; continual independent study and learning; critical / two-sided thinking;
knowing what is appropriate/ inappropriate at University; settling into British society.
The Afternoon sessions: IELTS preparatory course. Includes regular IELTS exam practice under exam conditions with the provision of regular feedback from teachers.
Includes IELTS exam at the end of the course
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English Plus
English Plus -
Course Factfile Length: 1+ Age: 18+ Tuition: 15 hrs + activities Maximum Class Size: 12 Levels: Beginners - Advance Start Dates: Flexible Price: POA English Plus
Price includes:
- General English plus activities.
Courses can be tailor made to suit specific group interests and activities.
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Examination Courses
IELTS Preparation -
Course Factfile Length: 1+ Age: 18+ Tuition: 15hrs - 21hrs Maximum Class Size: 12 Levels: Intermediate - Advance Start Dates: Any Monday Price: 227 IELTS Preparation
Price includes:
- General English plus IELTS preparation.
Please contact us directly if you have specific IELTS requirements.
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General and Intensive English
General English Programme 1 General English Programme 2 General English Programme 3 -
Course Factfile Length: 1+ weeks Age: 16+ Tuition: 15 hours per week Maximum Class Size: 12 students Levels: Beginner-Advanced Start Dates: Every Monday Price: £171 per week General English Programme 1
Price includes:
- Course book and file
- Weekly social programme
- End of course certificate and report
Our international General English classes are small with a maximum of 12 students per class. Studying in such small, international groups ensures that you receive maximum individual attention from your tutor and lots of practice in using new language. This leads to increased confidence and helps maximise your learning.
Every course includes:
• Sessions to develop your skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing
• Pronunciation practice
• Grammar improvement
• Vocabulary extension
• Fluency practice
• Exam practice for students taking exams
• Use of self-access materials
• Use of video and reading library
At the beginning of your course, we will ask you to complete a level test. This will enable us to assess your level of English and place you in the right class for you.
You will also receive a free course study file which includes:
• Information about A+ English Ltd
• How to study successfully
• Location maps
• Information about living in England
Course Factfile Length: 1+ weeks Age: 16+ Tuition: 21 hours per week Maximum Class Size: 12 students Levels: Beginner-Advanced Start Dates: Every Monday Price: £227 per week General English Programme 2
Price includes:
- Course book and file
- Weekly social programme
- End of course certificate and report
Our international General English classes are small with a maximum of 12 students per class. Studying in such small, international groups ensures that you receive maximum individual attention from your tutor and lots of practice in using new language. This leads to increased confidence and helps maximise your learning.
Every course includes:
• Sessions to develop your skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing
• Pronunciation practice
• Grammar improvement
• Vocabulary extension
• Fluency practice
• Exam practice for students taking exams
• Use of self-access materials
• Use of video and reading library
At the beginning of your course, we will ask you to complete a level test. This will enable us to assess your level of English and place you in the right class for you.
You will also receive a free course study file which includes:
• Information about A+ English Ltd
• How to study successfully
• Location maps
• Information about living in England
Course Factfile Length: 1+ weeks Age: 16+ Tuition: 21 hours per week Maximum Class Size: 12 students Levels: Beginner-Advanced Start Dates: Every Monday Price: £227 per week General English Programme 3
Price includes:
- Course book and file
- Weekly social programme
- End of course certificate and report
Our international General English classes are small with a maximum of 12 students per class. Studying in such small, international groups ensures that you receive maximum individual attention from your tutor and lots of practice in using new language. This leads to increased confidence and helps maximise your learning.
Every course includes:
• Sessions to develop your skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing
• Pronunciation practice
• Grammar improvement
• Vocabulary extension
• Fluency practice
• Exam practice for students taking exams
• Use of self-access materials
• Use of video and reading library
At the beginning of your course, we will ask you to complete a level test. This will enable us to assess your level of English and place you in the right class for you.
You will also receive a free course study file which includes:
• Information about A+ English Ltd
• How to study successfully
• Location maps
• Information about living in England
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One-to-One Courses
Private Tuition - 1 to 1 -
Course Factfile Length: 1+ weeks Age: 16+ Maximum Class Size: 1 student Levels: Beginner-Advanced Start Dates: Every Monday Private Tuition - 1 to 1
Price includes:
- Highly intensive English language tuition One-to-One.
- You work with 1or 2 teachers every day.
- Needs analysis to design a course to best suit your specific needs.
- Study materials.
- Study visit at extra cost.
Accommodation
- Homestay
- The following options are available:
Standard Host - friendly family homestay
Executive Host - high quality homestay
Premier Executive Host - stay with British Company Executives
Hotel – 3 to 5 star available (prices vary)
Bed & Breakfast - friendly homes, but allows more freedom
Peak Cottage holiday extension – bring the family and stay after your course in a self-catering cottage, farm house, or apartment
Transfers
We can arrange transfers from/to local airports (Manchester, East Midlands, Doncaster/ Robin Hood, Leeds/ Bradford) Price on application.
Please see our brochure/website for charges from other airports.
Social Programme
A+ English offer numerous activities that are inclusive in the course fee. Including lunch time social club.
Sheffield also offers:
Sports, Leisure and Shopping
Sheffield has some of the best sporting facilities in the country and hosts many national and international events. It has been granted “National City of Sport” status.
Stroll around the dynamic city centre or visit the magnificent indoor Meadowhall Shopping Centre with its 270 shops under one roof.
Culture, Entertainment and Religion
You can enjoy music of every kind throughout Sheffield and there is a wide selection of art galleries, theatres and cinemas.
The new Millennium Galleries include a wing of London’s famous Victoria and Albert Museum. Other museums tell the exciting story of Sheffield past and present.
If you enjoy good food and drink, there are hundreds of cafés, restaurants, bars and pubs in a variety of different styles, often with live music for your entertainment.
Sheffield also caters for most religions. Information is available at the centre.
This page was last updated by A Plus English on 5 Sep 2011. Please check the A Plus English website for latest course information before enrolling on a course.
