ESE Academic Brochure 2014

ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES 2014

...our long list of accreditations are your guarantee that we are truly committed

to providing quality and high standards across all the services we provide.

Welcome to ESE

English, the modern day ‘global language’, is one of the most widely spoken

languages in the world. We understand that by deciding to learn English,

you are learning for life and investing in your future.

At ESE, our team works hard to provide you with the best possible all round

quality language learning experience. The number of repeat clients we have

every year and our long list of accreditations are your guarantee that we

are truly committed to providing quality and high standards across all the

services we provide. In fact, we won the 2012 Education Stars Award for

Best Language School in Malta and are the only independent school in Malta

to be accredited by two of the EFL industry’s most prestigious accrediting

bodies – EAQUALS (Evaluation & Accreditation of Quality in Language

Services) and IALC (International Association of Language Centres). We

are also a member of Quality English.

We look forward to welcoming you to ESE.

SeanSean LeGault Chief Executive Officer & Director

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Contents

Why choose ESE? 7

Why Malta? 9

Academics 10

Exam Preparation Courses 12

IELTS 12

Cambridge Main Suite 13

TOEIC 13

TOEFL iBT 13

Academic Year Course 14

Tourism and Hospitality Diplomas 16

CTH Diploma Level Programmes 17

International Foundation Year in Tourism and Hospitality 18

International Foundation Year in Business, Computing or Engineering 19

Work Placement 21

Accommodation 23

Your Social Experience 25

ESE Facilities and Services 26

Course Comparison Grid 27

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES

2014Why choose ESE?

You may have decided to learn English for life for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you need to pass an English exam to gain admission into university or you hope to improve your job prospects by becoming fluent in ‘global English’. Whatever your reasons, at ESE we understand that as an individual you have specific learning objectives, your own preferred learning style and that you bring your own rich history of language learning experience to the classroom.

ESE Methodology places you at the heart of your learning

As an ESE learner of English, you are an active

participant in your learning process. Our courses

are student-centred and are designed to equip

you with the linguistic tools necessary for you

to develop your skills holistically. This means

that you develop all your core language skills

equally: listening, speaking, reading and writing.

To maximise your learning opportunities, you

are exposed to language in use in natural

and authentic contexts and given activities

with real communicative value to carry out

in small groups or pairs. This, followed by

personalised feedback, remedial and further

practice opportunities by our qualified and

experienced teachers, is the key to your success.

As an individual, you have specific learning objectives.

ESE e-learning

Free access to our e-learning programme allows

you to combine face-to-face teaching with

online self-study from the moment you book

your course till 3 months after your course is

over. It is up to you to determine your own study

plan, focus on the skills you need most, work

extra exam practice papers for that upcoming

English exam, choose topics that arouse your

interest at the right language level for you and

monitor your own progress.

ESE – How blended will you go?

By blending face-to-face teaching with online

self-study, you reach your learning goals quicker.

The online learning programme allows you

to work at your own pace after school hours

and frequent use teaches you how to take

responsibility for your own learning. Our

teachers give you regular tutorials on how to

use the e-learning site as well as tips on how

you can maximise your learning experience

through this blended mode of study. It’s all

about learning for life.

Learning for Life – your social learning experience

Your language learning experience isn’t confined

to the classroom. Your ESE social experience

gives you more opportunities to practise English

in a real-world context and to process language

in real time. By joining ESE-organised social

activities, you are immersed in an English

speaking context with endless opportunities

to interact with other multilingual language

learners like yourself and make new friends.

You can continue to practise your core skills

and interact with other ESE language learners

by networking socially online and chatting to

others through our ever-growing Facebook

database of fans.

Studying at ESE means learning for life from an

experience you choose to shape... Our Team is

here to welcome You!

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Mostly known for its crystal clear waters, all

year-round mild Mediterranean climate and the

locals’ hospitality, Malta has been welcoming

English language students for more than half a

century and has earned a reputation as a centre

of excellence in the EFL industry.

Malta boasts one of the lowest crime rates

in Europe, making it a safe language study

destination. It is easy and relatively cheap to

get around by public transport and the distances

you have to travel are quite short. In fact, it

won’t take you more than an hour to get from

one tip of the island to the other!

Yet despite Malta’s small size, you will be amazed

by what the island has to offer. With over 7000

years of history, there is no shortage of historical

sites to visit. Just walk through the streets of the

capital city Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage

Site, and admire the numerous architectural

treasures all over the city. And if you really

want to experience a sense of history, make

sure you visit some of the oldest temples in

the world – Ggantija, Hagar Qim, Mnajdra and

the Hypogeum – the only known prehistoric

underground temple in the world.

What better way to learn English than to study on a sunny island in the heart of the Mediterranean where English is an official language?

And for just a short while, you’ll be happy to call this little island your home.

Why Malta?

If you enjoy the clubbing scene, drop in at one

of the nightclubs or casinos dotting the streets

of Paceville, the island’s entertainment hub. If

you prefer something quieter, you may prefer

to stroll along the St Julian’s waterfront or eat

at one of the upmarket restaurants offering

international cuisine.

If you are more of the adventurous type, you

could trek to one of the bays on the Northern

and Western shorelines such as Mellieha Bay

or Golden Bay, go rock climbing or abseiling

along the rugged coastline, scuba diving in

waters renowned for their visibility, sailing

or maybe even discover Malta and its sister

islands by bicycle.

If you are following a long-term course, you

may be tempted to hop on a plane and visit

one or two European cities which are no more

than a 2 and a half hour flight away from Malta.

Whatever your reasons for learning English,

you will find that Malta is a fascinating base

where you can learn English. And for just a

short while, you’ll be happy to call this little

island your home.

Malta is safe and this is

very important for students.

Ibrahim Zafer YegenTurkey

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Academics

CEFR refers to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

Understanding our Language Levels

8Proficiency C2

You can understand almost everything you hear or read. You can express yourself spontaneously and fluently on most topics, including abstract and complex ones.

7Advanced C1

You can express yourself fluently, effectively and accurately in most situations.

6Upper

IntermediateB2

You can communicate easily and effectively on a wide range of topics and easily understand the main ideas of complex texts.

5Intermediate B1.2

You can understand and interact in a variety of social situations but may sometimes find that your vocabulary range and ability to use more complex structures accurately and fluently is limited.

4Low

IntermediateB1.1

You can interact in everyday social and travel situations and understand some of what you hear or read. You have a reasonable vocabulary and knowledge of basic grammar structures.

3Pre-

IntermediateA2

You have basic vocabulary and can communicate in everyday situations such as shopping, meeting people and travelling.

2Elementary A1

You can interact in a simple way and understand a few basic English words and phrases for immediate situations as well as familiar topics.

1Starter Starter

You can use and understand rehearsed situation-specific phrases and a few basic English words on very familiar topics.

ESE Level

CEFR Level

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I really like the ESE lessons – they are very useful. I stayed in Malta for 3 months and ESE

helped me out with everything. If there was something wrong during my stay ESE helped

us out. I am sad that I’m at home now and I wanna come back sometime for sure!

Suzan van den Elzen Netherlands

Most of our teachers are experienced and qualified

with a CELTA, a CertTESOL or a higher teaching

qualification. All our teachers follow training courses

and participate in regular workshops as part of their

Continuous Professional Development.

Our Teachers

Our pool of permanent EFL teachers are friendly, experienced and well-

qualified to teach you and offer you all the support you need. Native-level

speakers, our teachers are adept at helping you define and achieve your

learning objectives. Whatever your language level, you follow classes at

the right level for you.

Continuous Professional Development

Every year our teachers participate in Teacher Training courses as part of

their Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and follow workshops in

a range of EFL teaching areas such as how to: use Interactive Whiteboards

effectively to bring the real world into the classroom, make lessons dynamic,

create in-house teaching resources to make lessons more interesting and

encourage you to become an independent and life-long learner of English

once you finish your course. CPD ensures that our teachers are always up-

to-date with new teaching trends and technology so that you experience

the highest standards of teaching.

Methodology

ESE methodology places you, the learner, at the centre of your lessons.

Teachers develop their lessons to ensure that you are actively involved in

your learning process and that you are given maximum opportunities for

interaction. Small group activities and pair work mean that you don’t have

to wait too long for practice opportunities and most activities have real

communicative value so you feel that you are learning in a real life scenario.

Accredited Trinity Examination Centre

ESE is an accredited Trinity examination centre for GESE (Graded Examinations

in Spoken English) and ISE (Integrated Skills in English). Teachers are trained

by Trinity to deliver GESE and ISE examination courses in preparation for

the exams.

Accredited TOEIC Examination Centre

ESE is an accredited examination centre for the widely popular TOEIC exam.

Exams are held monthly on set dates and the school offers TOEIC exam

preparation courses throughout the year.

Personal Attention

Small classes ensure that you are given personalised attention, feedback on

your progress and numerous opportunities for interaction with your teacher.

Our School Facilities

ESE school is a large modern school with 60 well-lit classrooms. Classrooms

are air-conditioned and many are equipped with interactive whiteboards.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the school. The school houses 2 computer

labs where you can log onto the ESE e-learning programme for self-study

and research after your lessons. A Self-Access Centre/Library is available for

you to borrow learning tools such as dictionaries, DVDs and graded readers.

Such learning aids allow you to consolidate your class-based learning and

progress to more challenging material as you become more confident in

your use of English.

Additional Support

At ESE we have an open door policy so our Director of Studies and Academic

managers are always available to discuss any academic concerns you have.

After lessons are over, one of our experienced Learning Support teachers

is available in the library to assist you with any advice or guidance you

may need.

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Exam Preparation Courses

You may need to sit

for an internationally-

recognised English exam

because you are planning

to study at university

at undergraduate or

postgraduate level or

perhaps you need an

exam result to get a job

or improve your career

prospects.

At ESE you will find

all the support you

need. Our experienced

teachers help you

improve your level of

English across the four

core language skills and

develop your fluency

and accuracy. The course

includes guidance on

how to improve your

study skills and how to

become an independent

learner, monitored exam

practice and mock tests

with feedback, monthly

tutorials to assess your

progress and Students’

Podium every Friday.

At ESE you will find all the

support necessary to obtain

the result you need.

You can benefit from extra exam

practice through the exercises available

on the ESE e-learning programme.

If you want to pursue your studies at university

in the UK, Australia , Canada or New Zealand,

you will need a 5.5 band score or better in the

IELTS Academic option.

The General training IELTS option is intended for

candidates who are seeking to migrate and may

be required by students who intend following

vocational or non-academic training.

IELTS

Entry level: B1/Intermediate

Min. age: 17

Length of course: Min. 6 weeks

Start dates: Every Monday

Lessons/week: 30 (22.5 hours)

Class size: Max. 12

(International English Language Testing System) For university admission or migration purposes

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It was awesome to have such experienced teachers for the Cambridge Exam. Also the programme for each

day of the week is nice, because you know what to prepare. The independent learning is extremely useful,

interesting and helped in the process of learning.

Diana Sofia HerreraColumbia

Our Academic Team assesses your proficiency before accepting you on each Exam Preparation

Course. As part of your entry level assessment, you will be required to submit an essay and undergo

a telephone interview.

Entry level: Min. levels apply per exam KET – A2 PET – B1 FCE – B2 CAE – C1 CPE – C2

Min. age: 17

Length of course: 8 weeks

Start dates: 8–10 weeks before exam dates


Class size: Max. 12

The TOEFL iBT tests your ability to use your core

language skills – listening, speaking, reading and

writing to perform academic tasks. It is popular

with students who are planning to further their

studies, with students who need certification to

show proof of their English proficiency level and

with students and workers applying for visas.

It is widely accepted in tertiary institutions in

Canada, New Zealand, Australia, UK, South

Korea and Ireland.

Cambridge Main Suite TOEFL iBT

Cambridge Main Suite exams are accepted by

hundreds of universities and colleges around

the world as proof of your English skills and

are recognised by employers internationally

as proof of your English proficiency.

You can prepare for any of the Cambridge range

of exams (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, and CPE) at ESE

although the exam you sit for will depend on

your level of English on entry. Exams are held

three to four times a year.


MIn age: 17




Class size: Max. 12

For improved work and study prospects (Test of English as a Foreign Language administered via the internet) Demonstrates your ability to use and understand English for academic purposes

The TOEIC test is recognised worldwide and

measures and certifies your level of English in

an international business environment. The test

comes in two forms – the Listening and Reading

Test (2 hours) and the Speaking and Writing Test

(1 hour 20 mins). The tests are widely accepted

as an English proficiency test for recruitment

purposes and by universities for admission or

graduation purposes.

TOEIC


MIn age: 17




Class size: Max. 12

(Test of English for International Communication) For recruitment, admission or graduation purposes

ESE is an accredited TOEIC test centre and

tests are held monthly on ESE premises.




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Academic Year Course

If you need to improve your overall level of English across the core language skills for career or study purposes, the Academic Year course gives you the flexibility of choosing your start date, your preferred area of focus (you can choose which of the specialist streams to follow every six weeks) as well as which internationally-recognised certificates you want to obtain by the end of your course. This means that the AYC allows you to personalise your course according to your learning objectives.

Specialist StreamYou can choose to concentrate on your preferred learning pathway depending on why you need to improve your English.

CHOOSE A STREAM

AYC Academic Stream

If you want to sit for the IELTS, Cambridge or TOEFL iBT exam, intend enrolling on one of the ESE

International Foundation Year programmes or furthering your studies at university, this stream allows

you to concentrate on Academic English such as study skills, summarising, planning & writing essays

and other skills which you need for academic success.

AYC Work Stream

If you want to improve your English for work purposes, this stream allows you to concentrate on using

English for business such as writing a good CV, applying for a job, writing business correspondence,

answering questions in an interview and other skills which are beneficial for career advancement

in any sector. It is also ideal for students who want to prepare for a business exam such as TOEIC,

BEC or BULATS.

AYC Hospitality & Tourism Stream

If you intend working in the hospitality and tourism industries, by following this stream you develop

vocabulary and improve your English language skills around hospitality and tourism-related topics. It

is also an ideal stepping stone onto the Confederation of Tourism & Hospitality diploma qualifications

in Hotel and Tourism management offered at ESE.

AYC Fluency Stream

This stream gives you a more structured alternative to long-term General English. By following the

Fluency Stream, you develop fluency and become a confident speaker of English as you engage

in oral communication activities based on recent and interesting topics in multinational classes.

Language StreamYou concentrate on improving your 4 core language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and improving all areas of language knowledge (vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation) around a wide variety of topics.

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PERIOD Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

LANGUAGE STREAM

1 Situational English

Grammar in Context

Speaking & Pronunciation

Writing & Writing

Portfolio

Independent Learning & ESE’s

e-Learning

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2 Situational English

Vocabulary to go

& Listening

Vocabulary to go

& Reading

Grammar in Context

Extensive Reading

Project Work

BREAK

ACADEMIC STREAM

3Academic

English Language

Study Skills

Academic English

Reading/Listening

The World Around Us

Academic English

Reading/Writing

WORK STREAM

3Business English

Language

Intercultural Awareness

Business SkillsInterpersonal

SkillsThe World Around Us

CTH HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM STREAM

3 Telephoning Techniques

Vocabulary for Reservations

and Check-Ins

The World Around Us

Public Presentations

Writing Letters of

Confirmation

FLUENCY STREAM

3 Task-based Learning

The World Around Us

Information Gap Activity

Intercultural Awareness

Debate Teams

* Times may change as per Terms and Conditions

*A minimum language level of A2 is required to join the Academic / Work or Tourism and Hospitality Streams

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2 Work

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Tourism & Hospitality

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4 Fluency Stream

AYC Flexible Learning Pathway*

AYC Sample Timetable*

Language Stream(ALL STUDENTS)

CHOOSE AN OPTION

Course Benefits

When you book the Academic Year course, you

benefit from regular tutorials with a member of

our academic staff, daily student support group,

access to the ESE e-learning programme and

study plan and use of the Self-Access Centre

so that you can continue your studies after

school hours. Our academic staff encourage

you to make use of all our self-study facilities

and resources to maximise your opportunities

for blended learning and faster results.

Entry level: Starter + Min. A2 to join Academic/Business/ Hospitality and Tourism Stream

Min. age: 17

Length of course: 24/30/36 weeks

Start dates: Every 6 weeks 06.01.2014,17.02.2014, 31.03.2014,12.05.2014, 30.06.2014, 11.08.2014, 29.09.2014, 10.11.2014


Class size: Max. 12


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Tourism and Hospitality DiplomasIf you intend working in the tourism and hospitality industry or you want to further your education by following a diploma or degree to improve your job prospects in this sector, you can enrol on one of the Tourism and Hospitality diploma courses being offered by ESE in conjunction with Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality.

Established in 1982, Confederation

of Tourism and Hospitality is one

of the world’s leading tourism and

hospitality specialist professional

bodies which provides high

standards of qualifications.

These qualifications are sound

academic preparation for further

study in the sector. All courses

are quality assured through

Ofqual and QCA’s UK accredited

qualification framework and carry

credit weighting depending on

the course.

Level 2 Diploma in English Communication Skills for Tourism and Hospitality QCF

The content of this course focusses on generic

language input to improve your level of English

proficiency and includes units of study which

develop your language skills around areas

relevant to all hotel departments and restaurant

staff, tour operators, resort representatives

and travel agents. Examples of some units are:

English for working in a restaurant, English

for working in hotels and tourism, English for

effective interviews and careers in tourism

and hospitality, Customer Relations, English

for Aviation.

This course aims to raise your level of English

to an upper intermediate level of English and

is the first part of the Level 3 International

Foundation Year in Tourism and Hospitality.

Entry level: B2/Upper-Intermediate

Min. age: 17

Length of course: 12 weeks

Start dates: 29.09.2014

Guided learning hours: 300

Lessons/week: 22.5 hours

Class size: Max. 12


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CTH Diploma Level Programmes

CTH Diploma level progammes provide

you with an in-depth understanding of

the operational side of the tourism and

hospitality sector and an awareness of

the core management principles involved.

The CTH Diploma level programmes

integrate practical career skills with

knowledge of management skills

which are essential for a career in this

ever-growing industry.

The diploma courses are taught at NQF

Level 4 (roughly equivalent to first year

undergraduate study), are challenging and

require self-study. Successful completion

of the course means that you can use the

qualification to apply for credit entry to

a number of bachelor degree courses at

selected universities worldwide or to

progress into the second stages of either

the CTH Advanced Diploma or Graduate

Diploma courses.

Diploma in Hospitality Management

Entry level: IELTS 5.5 or approved equivalent and High School certificate

Min. age: 18

Length of course: 1 year

Start dates: September 2014

Minimum guided learning hours: 835

Diploma in Tourism Management

TRAVEL AND TOURISM OPERATIONS

TRAVEL AND TOURISM SUPERVISION

TRAVEL GEOGRAPHY

DESTINATION ANALYSIS

ESSENTIALS OF FINANCE IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGEMENT IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

GLOBAL TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

Entry level: IELTS 5.5 or approved equivalent and High School certificate

Min. age: 18

Length of course: 1 year

Start dates: September 2014

Minimum guided learning hours: 835

University Pathways

Students who successfully complete the CTH Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality Management or Tourism

Management may progress to a number of universities worldwide including Glion and Les Roches

School of Hotel Management in Switzerland. For a full list of universities which recognise these

Diplomas, visit our website www.ese-edu.com

7 subject modules for detailed study include:

ROOMS DIVISION OPERATIONS

ROOMS DIVISION SUPERVISION

FOOD AND BEVERAGE OPERATIONS

FOOD AND BEVERAGE SUPERVISION

ESSENTIALS OF FINANCE IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGEMENT IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

GLOBAL TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

7 subject modules for detailed study include:

Following a CTH

pathway guarantees you

personal progress and

career achievement.

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International Foundation Year Programmes

The course is recognised by some of the industry’s most reputable institutions including Glion Institute of Higher Education, Les Roches International School of Hotel Management, University of Surrey and Bournemouth University.

Credits: 120

Entry level: September (Standard Programme): IELTS 4.5 or equivalent January (Intensive Programme): IELTS 5.5 or equivalent, High School certificate

Min. age: 17

Length of course: 9 months (Standard) 6 months (Intensive)

Start Dates: Standard Programme: 29.09.2014 Intensive Programme: 07.01.2015

Guided learning hours: 600

Class size: Max. 12

International Foundation Year in Tourism and Hospitality

On successful completion of the International

Foundation Year in Tourism and Hospitality,

you can:

• Apply to enrol on an undergraduate degree course in a variety of areas such as hospitality or tourism management, hotel or catering management, event or leisure management.

• Enrol on a CTH Level 4 Diploma course

• Join the tourism and hospitality industry with a free-standing qualification

ESSENTIALS OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND BUSINESS COMPUTING IN

TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

ESSENTIALS OF MARKETING AND CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

ESSENTIALS OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY OPERATIONS

The Intensive International Foundation

Year starts in early January. Course content

includes study skills, university counselling,

IELTS preparation (where necessary) and the

following compulsory tourism and hospitality

related subject modules:

Entry level of English proficiency: B2/Upper Intermediate/IELTS 5.5

The International Foundation Year in Tourism and Hospitality is a Level 3 QCF course carrying 120 credits. The programme is run in partnership with the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality and offers a pathway onto undergraduate degrees in related disciplines. The Foundation Year is offered as a Standard (9 months) or Intensive (6 months) programme, depending on your level of English proficiency on entry.

The Standard International Foundation Year

is run over 9 months and comprises an English

language component during the first three

months and tourism and hospitality subject

modules over the rest of the course. The English

language component helps you develop your

level of English around relevant tourism and

hospitality topics and prepares you for your

IELTS exam.

Entry level of English proficiency: B1/Intermediate/IELTS 4.5

An International Foundation Year is a one year pre-university programme designed as an entry route to UK university courses. An International Foundation Year includes significant English language and skills development, academic English, study skills and academic modules in academic subjects areas of your choice. Successful completion of the course means that you will be able to apply to universities in the UK and progress to the first year of a related undergraduate course.

A one year pre-university programme designed as an entry route to UK university courses

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International Foundation Year in Business, Computing or Engineering

The International Foundation Year in Business and Computing, which is run in partnership with NCC Education UK, offers a long list of university progression routes. Some universities guarantee admission on enrolment to the IFY*.

The Intensive International Foundation

Year consists of generic and Academic English

language input at a more advanced level and

Study and Communcation Skills. It also includes

Culture Studies and Foundation Mathematics - a

core academic subject taught in English. You will

then choose an additional two modules from

the modules that are being offered each term:

The Standard International Foundation Year

consists of English language input for improved

general and academic English language skills

such as Study and Communcation Skills. It

also includes Culture Studies and Foundation

Mathematics - a core academic subject taught

in English. You will then choose an additional

two modules from the modules that are being

offered each term:

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING

INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS

INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING AND ECONOMICS

IELTS PREPARATION IS AVAILABLE AS AN ADDITIONAL OPTIONAL MODULE

Entry level of English proficiency: B1/Intermediate/IELTS 4.5

Entry level of English proficiency: B2/Upper Intermediate/IELTS 5.5

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING

INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS

INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING AND ECONOMICS

IELTS PREPARATION IS AVAILABLE AS AN ADDITIONAL OPTIONAL MODULE

Credits: 120

Entry level: September (Standard Programme): IELTS 4.5 or equivalent January (Intensive Programme): IELTS 5.5 or equivalent, High School certificate

Min. age: 17

Length of course: 9 months (Standard) 6 months (Intensive)

Start Dates: Standard Programme: 29.09.2014 Intensive Programme: 06.01.2014

Class size: Max. 12

The International Foundation Year in Business or Computing is offered in partnership with NCC Education UK. It is an entry pathway programme leading to related undergraduate courses at UK universities or the NCC Education Level 4 Diplomas in Computing, Business and Business IT. The Foundation Year is offered as a Standard (9 months) or Intensive (6 months) programme, depending on your level of English proficiency on entry.

*Provided that all other entry requirements are met.

An International Foundation Year is a one year pre-university programme designed as an entry route to UK university courses. An International Foundation Year includes significant English language and skills development, academic English, study skills and academic modules in academic subjects areas of your choice. Successful completion of the course means that you will be able to apply to universities in the UK and progress to the first year of a related undergraduate course.

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Entry level: B1/Intermediate level of English

Min. age: 17

Length of course: Min. recommended 12 weeks

Start dates: Throughout the year

English 1st week: face-to-face 20 lessons (15 hours) + tuition: Following weeks: 4 General English lessons (3 hours) / 1 tutorial per week

An ESE work placement package gives you the opportunity to experience practical, work-based learning which is relevant to your area of study or interest.

You start your stay in Malta with a week of General English 20 classes which will help you

brush up your language skills. During this week you will also be introduced to your line

manager at your place of work and shown how to find your way around Malta.

As from the second week week you will be expected to work for approximately 34 hours

per week and take “English for Work Purposes” lessons or attend a tutorial every Friday.

Bookings have to be received at least 14 weeks prior to your desired starting date and

although most organisations prefer stays of 12 weeks and over, shorter stays will be

considered upon request.

To date, we have placed students in these areas:

ADMINISTRATION

ARCHITECTURE

AUTO MECHANICS

BEAUTY THERAPY AND HAIR DRESSING

CHILDCARE & TEACHING ASSISTANTS

LEISURE

LOGISTICS

MARKETING

MEDIA

NURSING

PHOTOGRAPHY

RETAIL

SECRETARIAL DUTIES

VETERINARY ASSISTANTS

WHOLESALE & DISTRIBUTION

HOSPITALITY & HOTEL MANAGEMENT

INTERNATIONAL TRADE

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

JOURNALISM

LEGAL ASSISTANTS

COACHING ASSISTANTS IN VARIOUS SPORTIVE

DISCIPLINES

DENTAL ASSISTANTS

ELECTRICAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANTS

FASHION DESIGN

GRAPHIC & WEB DESIGN

This package is suitable for students involved in vocational

education and training and who wish to attain a Europass

Mobility Certificate in conjunction with the Leonardo da

Vinci programme and aims to help build a skilled workforce

across Europe.

I recommend ESE to everyone. If you want to improve your English

and life skills, this is the place. Work placements are great and

the atmosphere is super. Price is good for what we receive.

Danthanarayana RumeshFrance

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The George Urban Boutique HotelESE Land’s End Apartments

ESE Host Family

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES

2014Accommodation

Host Family Accommodation

Living with a host family means that you

experience the Maltese way of life first-hand

while enjoying the advantage of extra English

practice in the most natural of settings – at

home! Our host families are carefully selected

by our Reservations staff to ensure that you

will be hosted in a suitable, welcoming and

comfortable environment. Most host families

are located within walking distance of the ESE

school premises.

For more information about our accommodation, visit our website www.ese-edu.com

Your choice of accommodation while you follow a course at ESE is important for your happiness and well-being. We offer a variety of accommodation options to suit your preferences and budget ranging from in-house school residence to top of the range hotels.

Choose from:

ESE Residences

Our residences are ESE-run so you are guaranteed

high standard facilities and comfortable

accommodation. Located either in-house or

just around the corner, rooms are modern,

twin-bedded with study desk, TV, phone, free

Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and private bathroom

facilities. Breakfast, which is included, is served

at the ESE SpeakEasy café on the ground floor

of the school.

Hotels

Depending on your budget, you can book at

one of our 3, 4 or 5-star preferred hotels. They

are all located within walking distance from

ESE school and offer high standards of service.

The George Hotel, for example, is a 4-star

modern boutique hotel just across the road from

ESE. It offers an indoor spa and rooftop terrace

and pool which overlook sea views. Rooms are

equipped with an LCD TV, iPod docking station

and mini-bar. Internet access is available in the

lobby. www.thegeorgemalta.com

ESE Self-Catering Apartments

If you want to share an apartment with other

international language learners like yourself

and experience a sense of independence,

you can choose Single or Sharing rooms in

one of our ESE-run Superior or Superior Plus

self-catering apartments. Belmonte Heights

(Superior), Meridjan (Superior), Land’s End

(Superior) and Tamarisk Court (Superior Plus)

are air-conditioned. Free Wi-Fi is available.

All apartments are well-located and within a

comfortable distance from school. Weekly maid

service and linen change are included.

ESE Residence

ESE Belmonte Heights Apartments

ESE Meridjan Apartments

ESE Tamarisk Court Apartments

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES

2014Your Social Experience

You can either choose from our ESE organised activities which are included in our weekly ESE leisure programme or ask one of our Leisure Team members for

advice about other activities you may wish to book outside our programme. When booking one of the ESE-organised activities, you are accompanied by one

of our friendly leisure team members who makes every effort to get to know you by name and ensures that you enjoy your activity to the full.

Our Leisure team members introduce themselves during the Welcome Speech on your first Monday at school and give you an overview of what’s included in

the weekly leisure programme. If you prefer to go online, you can find a short description of the weekly ESE-organised activities through the Student Zone on

our website. The programme is varied and includes a free Orientation walk on your first day of school, a free weekly Welcome party, optional cultural visits,

and activities to suit all ages, preferences and budgets.

Here are some more memorable things you could do in Malta:

Take a boat trip to the Blue Lagoon in Comino

Sail or take a cruise around the island’s coastline

Eat a typical Maltese rabbit-based meal

(fenkata)

Admire Caravaggio’s only signed painting ‘The

Beheading of St John the Baptist’ at St John’s

Co-Cathedral Visit the fish market in Marsaxlokk View the impressive

Grand Harbour from the

Upper Barrakka Gardens

Visit the Aviation Museum

Go scuba diving

in WW2 wrecks

Soak up the sun as you sip a latte and watch the

world go by along the Sliema promenade

Taste the traditional cheescakes (pastizzi) and Gozitan cheese (gbejniet)

Admire the ornate interiors of 360 churches

found around the island

Admire the village fireworks

which light up the summer

skies

Practise your English with the locals

Visit the crafts village and watch craftsmen moulding beautiful

Mdina glass

Be inspired as you wander around art galleries

Shop till you drop at one of the hip shopping malls in

the cities

Laze at the ESE Beach Club

It’s up to you how to shape your social experience. Every activity gives you additional opportunities to interact, make friends and practise English with other language learners in a relaxed and enjoyable context.

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ESE Facilities and Services

At ESE we believe in making your stay as memorable and comfortable as possible. For this reason, we have a number of support staff and services available:

Free Learning Resources

As an ESE student, you benefit from access to the ESE e-learning

programme, use of our Self-Access Centre/Library and 2

computer labs as well as daily academic support from a

teacher in the afternoons. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout

the school.

24/7 Welfare and Emergency Service

When you book any of our ESE courses, we understand your

need to have peace of mind for the duration of your stay.

Our Welfare Support services are available 24/7 through

our School Reception service and our experienced Welfare

staff are available on the ESE premises during office hours

(09:00 – 17:00) to assist you with any help you may need to

make your stay more pleasant. Perhaps you need a dental

appointment, need some information about how to extend

your Visa or need some advice on how to open a bank account

in Malta. Just ask our Welfare Staff.

Book Shop

Located on the Ground Floor of the ESE School, our in-house

bookshop stocks learning aids such as dictionaries, graded

readers and reference books such as grammar books and

phrase books, should you want to invest further in your

language learning experience. You can also buy detailed guide

books to Malta, Gozo and nearby European capital cities if

you intend venturing further afield during your long-term

stay in Malta.

Student Area and Cafeteria

Lounge around before, after or between lessons or chat as you

enjoy a cappuccino at our in-house café called ‘SpeakEasy’

on the ground floor. It’s another perfect opportunity for you

to practise your English in a relaxed environment.

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