Learn English (ESOL & EFL)

On-campus or in-company

ESOL is offered at both our Abingdon and Witney campuses. In addition, we can also offer ESOL classes on your company’s premises.

Levels

There is a wide range of courses at all levels from Entry 1 to Level 2, part-time and full-time, daytime and evening, at both Abingdon and Witney campuses.

Full-time Courses

If you want to study full-time (15 hours per week) we will help you to plan a personal programme focusing on the skills you need. If you prefer to study part-time, we will help you build a course which meets your individual needs.

General English and Skills courses

You can choose from General English courses and skills courses for people who want to focus on a particular aspect of English; these include Speaking, Grammar, Listening, Reading, Writing and Vocabulary.

Citizenship and English for Work

Citizenship is integrated into all of our General English classes. English for Work is a general course to help you with all aspects of working in the UK.

Exams and Certificates

You work towards the Cambridge ESOL Skills for Life Certificates in Speaking and Listening, Reading, and Writing. In addition you can prepare for any of the Cambridge main suite exams (PET, First Certificate, Advanced Certificate or Proficiency) as well as IELTS.

The Placement Test

We ask all students to take a placement test before they enrol, so that we can determine your level of English and advise you about which courses would suit you best. You can take the test at home or in college. When you return it to us we will contact to discuss which course is the most suitable one for you.

Course fees

Course fees are payable by all students except those in receipt of certain benefits. Many students (including those from the EU) qualify for the home student rate. Otherwise the overseas fee is payable. When you apply for a course we will ask you to complete a fee assessment questionnaire and provide proof of status. Students attending a General English course will also be expected to buy a coursebook which will be used for the whole year; your teacher will give you details.

For more information, including course dates and times and fees, please e-mail enquiry@abingdon-witney.ac.uk or call the college on 01235 555585.