English Language Teaching Centre....Presentation Skills, Meetings and Negotiations, Business Vocabulary, Business Communication, Case Studies, Financial English and Economist Readings

OurCourses.

EnglishLanguageTeachingCentre.

UniversityEnglish.


This full-time intensive course isdesigned to help students reach anappropriate level of proficiency inEnglish for entry into their universitydepartments. It will also be useful forthose who want generally to improvetheir English for personal andprofessional development within aBritish academic environment.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/universityenglish

Running from September to June, thiscourse has two levels and variousstart dates. Students will take aplacement test on arrival and will beplaced in the appropriate class.

Academic English PreparatoryCourse (AEPC)The course provides a solidfoundation in the language skillsnecessary for:• successful academic study• professional development • general English proficiency

In addition, the course introducesstudents to the British culture andway of life, and the methods of studycommonly found in universities in Britain.

The course comprises the following:core language skills, core academicskills, and a range of afternoonoptions classes (subject to availabilityand demand) including:• IELTS Preparation and Practice• Social English • British Life and Culture• English for Science and Technology • English for Social Science• Pronunciation and Speaking• Teacher Training / Development• Lecture Programme

Pathway to Academic English (PAE)PAE caters for students at all levelsexcept Beginners. This course helps todevelop students’ overall EnglishLanguage skills for a variety ofeducational, personal and professionalreasons. PAE is an integrated skillscourse which focuses on accuracy andfluency in Speaking and Writing,improving Reading and Listening skills,and confidence in using the language ineveryday situations.

Morning classes focus on LanguageDevelopment and in the afternoonsthere are a range of options to choosefrom including ExaminationPreparation and Practice, Speakingand Pronunciation, Social English andBusiness English etc.

For both courses we provide a weeklylecture on a range of topics, andregular educational visits. There arealso weekly social activities, forexample; conversation club, football,and film club.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/universityenglish

The English Language Teaching CentreThe University of Sheffield 78 Hoyle StreetSheffieldS3 7LGUnited Kingdom

Tel. +44(0) 114 222 1780Fax. +44(0) 114 222 1788email: [email protected]

University English

InternationalSummerSchool.


ELTC welcomes students from all overthe world on our InternationalSummer School. We offer Pre-sessional Academic English coursesfor students who are going on to studyin departments at the University ofSheffield.

Our STUDY English PLUS Options(SEPO) programme helps students toimprove their English skills in a livelyuniversity environment, as well asexperience British life and culture.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/summerschool

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Pre-sessional Academic EnglishCoursesThese courses prepare students forentry to departments in theUniversity of Sheffield. You willimprove your language skills –Reading, Writing, Listening andSpeaking. You will develop youracademic skills – Listening toLectures, Giving EffectivePresentations, Participating inSeminars, Project Writing as well asResearch/Library Skills. The courseswill introduce you to British academiclife and help you achieve the entryrequirements for your department.

Length of courses: course lengthsdiffer depending on your level ofEnglish and the level needed to joinyour department. (See the websitebelow for details)

STUDY English PLUS Options(SEPO)This course is most suitable forstudents who wish to visit Sheffieldand study English for professional,academic or personal developmentfor a short period in a universityenvironment. In active multi-culturalclasses you will learn how tocommunicate more effectively inEnglish, further develop youraccuracy in grammar and enrich yourvocabulary.

The course gives you the opportunityto develop your own interests

through special Options Classes.These may include (subject to leveland availability):

• Business English• British Life and Culture• Social English• Exams Skills• Academic Skills• Teacher Training• Pronunciation

Length of courses: you can start onany Monday during the summer for aminimum of 3 weeks or a maximum of10 weeks.

Social Activity ProgrammesAs part of the learning experience allInternational Summer SchoolStudents can join the manysocial/sporting/cultural activities thatare organised.

For up-to-date information includingstart dates, class times and costs, aswell as accommodation, please go tothe website below: www.sheffield.ac.uk/summerschool



International Summer School

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SpecialStudyTourGroups.


The ELT Centre has substantialexperience in organising specialcourses designed to meet the needsof clients. It is possible to organise'closed' courses for special groupswho have a particular interest.

It is also possible, at certain times ofthe year, to customise our existingcourses by adding elements orsubstituting part of the course.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/eltc/courses/studytours

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Closed GroupsWe can arrange special courses forclosed groups at different times ofthe year. The programme of Englishstudy will be tailored to the specificneeds of the group. Educational visitscan be integrated into the course toprovide a rich cultural background totheir studies. Small class sizes and thehelp of a personal tutor will ensurestudents get the most out of theirtime with us.

Integrated GroupsWe welcome many groups of studentsonto our year round courses. Theyhave the advantage of mixing inclasses of different nationalities andtherefore widening their horizonsthrough real internationalcommunication.

Adapted CoursesSome groups come to join our yearround courses but follow a modifiedversion. Typically they will mix withother international students for themorning English classes and thenfollow their own special classes (forexample Teaching Methodology,Special Lectures, Technical English) inthe afternoon.

For all up-to-date informationincluding start dates, class times andcosts, as well as accommodation,please visit:http://www.sheffield.ac.uk/eltc/courses/studytours

Special Study Tour Groups



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ManagementEnglish.


Our Management English section is aspecialist unit within the EnglishLanguage Teaching Centre. Staff havestrong links with the UniversityManagement School.

These courses are suitable forstudents who would like to studyEnglish on a course taught with aBusiness and Managementperspective.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/managementenglish

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Management EnglishManagement English courses arerecommended for students whowould like to improve theirknowledge of English in a business ormanagement context.

The course includes: BusinessPresentation Skills, Meetings andNegotiations, Business Vocabulary,Business Communication, CaseStudies, Financial English andEconomist Readings. Students canalso choose from a range of optionsincluding preparation for IELTS andother externally recognised exams.

This programme runs fromSeptember to June.

Pre-sessional Management EnglishThis course is useful preparation forstudents intending to study business-related academic courses such as theMBA or MSc in Management at theUniversity of Sheffield (or similarcourses at other UK Universities). Thecourse includes: IELTS preparation,Research skills, Listening to Lectures,Academic Reading and Writing, andPresentation and Seminar Skills.

This course runs during the summerbut students who arrive earlier maylike to join our Management Englishprogramme to advance their Englishso that they can be successful in theirapplication to a British UniversityMasters course.

Those wishing to follow a moregeneral Business English courseduring the summer should see ourSTUDY English PLUS (Business)programme.

Company Business EnglishWe can arrange tailor-made coursesfor companies who want to developthe language and communicationskills of their international staff.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/managementenglish



Management English

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Credit-BearingModules forInternationalStudents.


The University of Sheffield EnglishLanguage Teaching Centre offers awide range of credit-bearing modulesto specific University students.

The modules can form part of yourprogramme here in Sheffield and arerecognised internationally.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/eltc/credit

The ELTC offers modules in 4 areas ofEnglish language study to ERASMUSand Study Abroad students, inparticular those with English as amajor subject in their homeinstitution.

1) English as a Foreign Language*These general English modules focuson the 4 skills of reading, writing,listening and speaking, as well asvocabulary, pronunciation andgrammar. The module is available atdifferent levels (e.g. Upper-intermediate, Advanced andProficiency), so that you are taughtand assessed at the right languagelevel. Classes aim to improvelanguage through a range of topicscovering aspects of British society.

2) English Language and Culture*These more focussed Englishlanguage modules consider a specificarea of English-speaking culture andthe literary genres associated with it.Language skills and accuracy arefacilitated through the close study ofa range of texts (mainly British) in theareas of Literature, News Media, Filmor Technology for example. Theclasses encourage discussion andreflection of the cultural and linguisticissues raised in the texts.

3) English for Academic Purposes*These academic modules focus onthe use of the English language inacademic and professional situations.

Areas such as 'Reading and Writing'and 'Speaking and Listening' arecovered in two individual modules, sothat the specific text types andassociated language can be studied insufficient depth. The modules will notonly complement your currentuniversity study in the UK, but willalso provide you with transferableprofessional language skills.

English Language Teaching These modules aim to increaseconfidence and enhance skills inteaching English as a ForeignLanguage. They give participants astrong foundation in the core areas ofteaching knowledge and techniquesneeded in the English languageclassroom. The modules areparticularly suited to those studentswho are already training to beteachers in their home institution andhave a high level of English.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/eltc/credit


Tel. +44(0) 114 222 1780Fax. +44(0) 114 222 1788email : [email protected]

Credit-Bearing Modules for International Students

*All these modules have language as their main aim and are not subject specialist.

English LanguageSupportServices.


If you are already studying on adegree programme at the Universityof Sheffield we offer a range ofservices to help you deal with theEnglish language demands of yourcourse. You may take our free part-time English courses or yourdepartment may offer specialdepartmental English support classes.You can also use our generous one-to-one writing advisory service to getpersonal advice on your writing

www.sheffield.ac.uk/languagesupport

Distance Students LanguageSupportSpecifically offered to students onUniversity of Sheffield DistanceLearning programmes. Send yourdraft assignment to a tutor and then,via Skype, discuss ways of improvingstructure, style and language.For more information, please visit:www.sheffield.ac.uk/languagesupport

English Language Support classes (ELS)A range of free courses to helpdevelop both your general languageability and your academic Englishskills. Improve your Grammar,practise your Pronunciation anddevelop your General English withthese free weekly courses. Buildconfidence in speaking & listeningand reading & writing. For a detailedlist of these courses and informationon how to register, please visit: www.sheffield.ac.uk/els

Departmental Language Support (DLS)Specially designed courses in yourdepartment to help you develop theEnglish needed to study specificacademic subjects. ELTC teachers andacademic subject tutors worktogether to create courses which willhelp you study your subject, improveyour written work and build yourconfidence in speaking. To see if yourdepartment offers these classes,please visit:www.sheffield.ac.uk/deptclasses

Writing Advisory Service (WAS)Make an appointment for a one-to-one tutorial to show your draftassignment to an English languageteacher. The teacher will advise youon how to improve your writing. Agreat way to learn and submit betterquality work. Open to bothinternational and home students. Forinformation on how to register andmake an appointment, please visit:www.sheffield.ac.uk/writingadvisory

Online Language Support (OLS)A range of online resources, includinglanguage exercises, tips and studyskills advice, to help you enhance yourEnglish language skills. Available to allUniversity of Sheffield studentsregistered on formal programmes ofstudy. For more information on howto register, please visit:www.shef.ac.uk/eltc/languagesupport/online



English Language Support Services

EnglishLanguageTests.


The University of SheffieldELTC is an official test centrefor IELTS and CambridgeEnglish Language Assessment.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/eltc/englishtests

IELTS IELTS, the International EnglishLanguage Testing System, is a test ofEnglish abilities in four sections:Reading, Writing, Listening andSpeaking. It is recognised by over6000 organisations, includingemployers, universities, professionalbodies and immigration authorities.There are two versions of the test:The Academic module is suitable foruniversity entrance at undergraduateand postgraduate level and forprofessional registration. The GeneralTraining module is suitable for thepurposes of immigration to anEnglish-speaking country and forpeople wishing to train or studybelow degree level.

For further information on the IELTSexam, please visit:www.sheffield.ac.uk/eltc/englishtests/ielts

University of Cambridge EnglishLanguage AssessmentThe ELTC is an authorised centre for arange of Cambridge English tests atvarious levels. These tests arerecognised by a huge variety ofprofessional, educational andgovernmental organisations. You can apply to just take the test inSheffield at the ELTC or choose oneof our preparation classes followed bythe exam.

Currently we can offer the followingCambridge tests: • Cambridge English: Preliminary (PET)

• Cambridge English: First (FCE)

• Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)

• Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)

The ELTC is also an authorised examcentre for TKT and Delta Module 1. These tests are offered throughoutthe year and for more informationplease visit:www.sheffield.ac.uk/eltc/englishtests


Tel. +44(0) 114 222 1780Fax. +44(0) 114 222 1788

email: [email protected] (Cambridge) [email protected] (IELTS)

English Language Tests

Part-timeEnglishLanguageClasses.


Open to students, staff and membersof the public, the ELTC offers fee-paying part-time classes to improveyour General English, or to preparefor an internationally recognisedEnglish Language test, including IELTSand Cambridge.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/eltc/part-time

General EnglishThese classes are for people whowant to improve their General Englishin reading writing, listening andspeaking as well as grammar,vocabulary and pronunciation. Youwill get a course book to use in andoutside the classroom and you canalso ask the teacher to help with yourspecific language needs. We currently offer these levels:• Pre-Intermediate• Intermediate• Upper-Intermediate• Advanced• Post-Advanced*

Exam Preparation EnglishThese classes will prepare you for theskills and language you will need totake specific English tests. You will geta course book along with extra exampreparation materials and practicetests.• Cambridge English: First (FCE)• Cambridge English: Advanced

(CAE)• Cambridge English: Proficiency

(CPE)*• IELTS (International English

Language Testing System)

*Please note that Post-Advanced andCPE classes are often mixed due tonumbers at that level - you will be toldbefore you register if that is going tohappen.

The ELTC may also offer other part-time classes and exam preparationsubject to demand. For all up-to-dateinformation including start dates,class times and fees, please visit:www.sheffield.ac.uk/eltc/part-time



Part-time English Language Classes

PartnersEnglishLanguage Classes.


The English Language TeachingCentre, in co-operation with theUniversity's Students' Union, providesfree English language instructiontwice a week for the internationalpartners of fully-registered degreelevel University of Sheffield students.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/partnersenglish

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ClassesThere are beginners, intermediateand advanced classes for women andone mixed ability class for men. Theclasses are friendly and relaxed, withan emphasis on improving spokenEnglish and are taught by qualifiedteachers, assisted by studentvolunteers. The one and a half hourclasses are held on Monday andFriday mornings throughout bothsemesters.

CrècheA free crèche for children agedbetween 1 year and 5 years is alsoprovided and run by qualified staff(subject to availability). We regretthat children under 1 year cannot beaccommodated, in accordance with

national legislation. Please note thatthe creche is usually full, with awaiting list, very early in semester 1.

Students can register for the classesthroughout both semesters at 11.15amon Monday mornings in the OctagonCentre Council Chamber. Pleasebring a completed application formand your partner's blue Ucard.Application forms are available fromthe ELTC Reception at 78 Hoyle Streetand the Student Advice Centre in theStudents' Union.

Please note: we regret that partnersof staff and certain categories ofstudents are not eligible for theseclasses.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/partnersenglish



Partners English Language Classes

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TeacherTrainingAndDevelopment.


The University of Sheffield EnglishLanguage Teaching Centre offers awide range of courses andqualifications for both new andexperienced English languageteachers from all over the world.

Internationally accredited anddelivered by fully qualified andexperienced professionals, theseprogrammes can advance your career,increase your knowledge and improveyour teaching.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/tesol

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CELTA – Certificate in EnglishLanguage Teaching to AdultsAn internationally recognisedcertificate for people with little or noprevious teaching experience wantingto make a start in TEFL. We offer bothface-to-face and online courses.(University of Cambridge EnglishLanguage Assessment Accredited)www.sheffield.ac.uk/celta

PTLLS – Preparing to Teach in theLifelong Learning SectorAn additional award for certificate-level English language teachers whowant to work in the Lifelong Learningsector in the UK.(University of Cambridge EnglishLanguage Assessment Accredited)

DELTA – The Delta Modules(Diploma in English LanguageTeaching)The 'Delta Modules' is the highestlevel teaching qualification for Englishlanguage professionals aiming toadvance their careers.(University of Cambridge EnglishLanguage Assessment Accredited)www.sheffield.ac.uk/delta

TKT – Teaching Knowledge Test A test of what you know about Englishlanguage teaching and learning –suitable for non-native teachers - withan optional preparation course.(University of Cambridge EnglishLanguage Assessment Accredited)

ELTDP – English Language TeacherDevelopment ProgrammeFor practising overseas teachers, thisprogramme is designed to developyour English language skills andTESOL methodology.(University of Cambridge EnglishLanguage Assessment Accredited)

Courses designed for specificgroupsWe can design and deliver a range ofteacher training programmes to meetthe needs of specific groups fromaround the world.(University of Cambridge EnglishLanguage Assessment Accredited)www.sheffield.ac.uk/tesol/bespoke


Tel. +44(0) 114 222 1780Fax. +44(0) 114 222 1788email : [email protected]

Teacher Training and Development

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Dyslexia/SpLDTutorialService.


One-to-one and group tutorials with aqualified dyslexia/SpLD tutor.Specialist tutors work with studentsto build upon study skills and developstrategies to deal with some of thechallenges associated with SpLDs atuniversity.

www.sheffield.ac.uk/dyslexiasupport

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Dyslexia/SpLD Tutorial ServiceWe work with The University ofSheffield Disability and DyslexiaSupport Service to provide specialistsupport and guidance for studentswith an identification of dyslexia or SpLD.

These sessions cover areas such as:• Writing skills• Using and acknowledging sources• Reading skills• Time-management and

organisation

To qualify for dyslexia/SpLD supporttutorials, students will need tocontact The Disability and DyslexiaSupport Service at:www.sheffield.ac.uk/disability

Once funding has been securedfollowing a formal identification ofSpLD, students will be assigned atutor who will meet regularly withthem to work towards an agreed setof study objectives.

For further information please visit;www.sheffield.ac.uk/dyslexiasupport

Dyslexia/SpLD Tutorial Service



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English Language Teaching Centre....Presentation Skills, Meetings and Negotiations, Business Vocabulary, Business Communication, Case Studies, Financial English and Economist Readings