EASY LANGUAGES English in Malta - IELS Why study English in Malta? Ages 16+ From 1 week Recently refurbished school on the seafront General English Cambridge, TOEFL and IELTS exam preparation Multicultural and diverse Homestay or residence accommodation Destination Malta Malta is a spectacular island located in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean and is the perfect place to study English all year round. Its Mediterranean climate, gorgeous bays and tranquil villages make it a haven of serenity. If you're looking for something more active, Malta also boasts a rich and lengthy history, bars, shops and restaurants galore and buzzing nightlife. English is one of the two official languages on the island, stemming from two centuries of British rule. Malta's most-read paper is the English-language Malta Times, and the Maltese drive on the left. If you're looking for sea, sand and sun as well as top-notch English lessons, Malta is the place for you! IELS Malta Our partner school, IELS, is located in Sliema, a charming tourist resort built around a small bay, 5 km from Valletta and 30 minutes' drive from the airport.
The school is located a stone's throw from the promenade which leads to the restaurants, bars, cafes and clubs of St Julian's (a 15-minute walk). IELS Malta is FELTOM and ALTO accredited. School facilities include: 95 modern classrooms with SmartBoards Cafe/cafeteria next door Free WiFi access throughout the centre Excellent library facilities Cybercafe Student lounge Outdoor terrace Disabled access Activities and events during your stay As an IELS student, you will enjoy a varied calendar of social and leisure activities every week, in the afternoon or during the evening. Attendance is optional. Many of these activities are free of charge, however, some may require a fee. All activities are subject to change without notice and may be offered seasonally. Some of the many activities available include: Welcome tour (Valletta, Mdina etc, around 15 EUR) Welcome drink Restaurant outings Museum outings Salsa night (4 EUR) Excursions to Gozo Island (around 30 EUR), Sicily (around 130 EUR), etc Students can also choose to take a PADI diving course (see Dates & Prices 2016)
Courses English language courses: the basics Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Maximum 12 students Schedule: morning and/or afternoon lessons Placement test: first day of lessons Certificate of completion at the end of your stay Regular progress tests Qualified native English teachers Courses on offer General English: 20 lessons per week 4 lessons a day will give you a practical understanding of the English language and take you all the way to fluency. See your confidence improve as our partner school trains you in all four communication skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Language level: all levels Intensive English: 30 lessons per week The ideal course to get your English where you want it to be, fast. Includes the above General English classes plus 10 extra afternoon classes to broaden your vocabulary and practise your speaking. Language level: all levels
Exam Preparation Courses Cambridge ESOL: 30 lessons per week Session length: 6 or 10 weeks at specific start dates (see "Prices and Dates"). Your teachers will guide and monitor you to make sure that you progress at the correct rate to succeed in your exam, giving you the specific vocabulary and grammar and study plan you need. Using sample exam papers you will learn how to effectively answer questions so by the time you take the test, you will know the style of questions to expect and how to answer them. Language level: FCE: Intermediate (B2) CAE: Pre Advanced (C1) Proficiency: Advanced (C2) IELTS Exam Preparation: 30 lessons per week Session length: 10 weeks If you wish to attend university in an Englishspeaking country, preparing for the IELTS exam is the first step to success. EC teachers will meet with you individually to assess your language proficiency and goals. Sample papers will help you learn how to effectively answer questions and learn the techniques you need to sit the exam with confidence. Language Level: Intermediate (B1) Accommodation Homestay (Ages 16+) Shared room, shared bathroom and half board.
Travel time to IELS:Malta host families live maximum 30 minutes away by public transport. Most families live in St Julian s, Sliema, Sweiqi, San Gwann, Msida, Ta/Xbiex, Naxxar, Lija, Balzan and Attard. Practical information: Bedlinens/towels provided Laundry: your host family will let you use their laundry facilities once a week or let you know their laundry day Optional Extras: Single room Special diet WiFi Day's Inn Residence (Ages 18+) This recently refurbished residence belongs to our partner school. Features: Shared room Shared bathroom Self-catering Travel time to IELS: 10 minutes on foot Located in Sliena, near bus stops, cafesm pubs, restaurants and shops Deposit (around 60) to be paid on arrival, to be refunded at the end of your stay provided your room is clean and tidy with no damage Facilities and services Bedlinens/towels provided Fully equipped kitchen Coin laundry facilities available on-site (EUR 3.5 per wash) WiFi access in the lobby and on the terrace. 15 EUR per week and 45 EUR per month for WiFi access in your room Common room Television Outdoor pool (summer only)
Rooms are cleaned once per day Optional Extra: Single room Private bathroom Studio Prices & Dates 2017 Dates 2017 Course start dates Most courses start every Monday year-round (exceptions are outlined below.) On Bank Holiday Mondays, lessons start on Tuesdays. Bank holidays and holidays (No lessons will take place on these dates and they will not be made up or refunded.) : 8 & 13/12/16, 10/02/17, 31/03, 14/04, 01/05, 07/06, 29/06, 15/08, 08/09, 21/09, 08/12, 13/12, 25/12, 01/01/18. Exam Prep Course Dates: Cambridge FCE: 30/01 (6 weeks - exam on 18/03) 02/05 (6 weeks - exam on 10/06) 23/10 (6 weeks - exam on 02/12) Cambridge CAE: 06/02 (6 weeks - exam on 11/03) 24/04 (6 weeks - exam on 03/06) 23/10 (6 weeks - exam on 02/12) Cambridge CPE: 06/02 (6 weeks - exam on 11/03) 02/05 (6 weeks - exam on 08/06) 23/10 (6 weeks - exam on 02/12)
(Exam dates are subject to change at the local centre's discretion. For more information, visit the Cambridge exam website) IELTS: every first Monday monthly, for 10 weeks. Exam dates are posted on the IELTS website and the TOEFL website Programme prices - AUD - Australian DollarBRL - Brazilian RealCAD - Canadian DollarCHF - Swiss FrancEUR - EuroGBP - British PoundJPY - Japanese Yen KRW - Korean WonNZD - New Zealand DollarPLN - Polish ZlotyUSD - US Dollar All taxes and enrolment fees included Click here to register Standard course (20L&30L/week) & accommodation, shared room Duration 20L residence 20L host family 30L residence 30L host family 1 week 450 465 540 555 2 weeks 770 795 955 985 3 weeks 1,130 1,170 1,400 1,440 4 weeks 1,480 1,535 1,840 1,895 6 weeks 2,185 2,270 2,725 2,810 8 weeks 2,695 2,865 3,495 3,665 12 weeks 4,010 4,260 5,210 5,460 16 weeks 5,315 5,730 6,915 7,250 18 weeks 5,990 6,370 7,790 8,170 20 weeks 6,640 7,060 8,640 9,060 24 weeks 7,705 8,210 10,345 10,850 32 weeks 10,260 10,930 13,780 14,450 36 weeks 11,550 12,305 15,510 16,265 Additional week 310 330 360 380 Special price Marshall plan - only for belgium students
Duration 30L host family, shared room 30L host family, single room 18 weeks 6,190 6,640 High Season extra (per week, from 18/06-10/09) 60 110 Exam preparation & accommodation with host family, double room, halfboard Duration CambridgeFCE/CAE/CPE IELTS 4 weeks - 1,870 6 weeks 2,750 - Course extras - per week Peak season - 19/06-11/09 (if less than 8 weeks)* 70 Accommodation extras - per week Type of accommodation Residence Host Family Shared room - Peak season 100 55 Single room - Low season 135 45 Single room - Peak season 225 150 Additional night 50 50 Special dietary needs - 50 Wifi - 20 Transfer from Malta airport One way 40 Returns 60 Prices include: Your chosen course Homestay or residence accommodation
If homestay, shared room, shared bathroom, half board If residence, shared room, shared bathroom Single room, shared bathroom Course materials All taxes and enrolment fees Prices do not include: Transport to Malta Airport transfers Add-ons Midday meals Transportation in and around Malta Deposit on arrival, where applicable Exam fees, where applicable (Cambridge, IELTS) Visa fees Optional insurance Practical Info Arrivals: Saturday or Sunday **Departures: Saturday or Sunday Please note: Stays last 8 days and 7 nights. Transport Arrival Airport: Malta International Airport Airport transfers available on request (fees apply, see Dates & Prices 2017 tab) Please note: Do not make travel arrangements until we have confirmed your enrolment in your chosen course. Visa Information You might need a visa for this course. For more information please visit our Visa Information
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