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ADULT SUMMER ENGLISH COURSESat UCD English Language Academy
Learn English at Ireland’s global university
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ABOUT UCD ELA
University College Dublin English Language Academy
(UCD ELA) is an English language summer school based
on Ireland’s largest university campus.
We offer General English, Business English and IELTS preparation
courses for adult students during the summer months.
UCD ELA is located on a beautiful university campus creating a
community atmosphere with space for students to learn, think,
live and explore while also being only a 15 minute bus journey
from Dublin city centre.
GENERALENGLISH
BUSINESSENGLISH
IELTS EXAMPREPARATION
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WHY UCD ELA?
Unique English language learning experienceHighly qualified and fully accredited teachers creating a fun
and friendly atmosphere for you to improve your English.
Superb on-campus residential accommodationModern and high quality accommodation with single
rooms in shared apartments.
An international student learning environment One of Europe’s largest urban campuses with a community
atmosphere and 24-hour security in operation.
Technology-enhanced student experienceStudent portal, online course materials, leading edge
technology in the classroom and free wifi throughout campus.
Ireland’s global universityUCD is currently ranked within the top 1%
of higher education institutions worldwide.
World class facilities and servicesA huge range of facilities including a global lounge
and excellent sports facilities.
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CAMPUS EXPERIENCEUCD has one of the largest urban campuses in Europe.
Students have access to a cinema, a bookshop,
a barber shop, a post office, a bank, a bar,
a grocery store, a library, a large student
centre and outstanding sports facilities.
The sport facilities include a 50 metre
swimming pool, gym, dance and spinning
studios, sauna and jacuzzi, sports halls, squash
courts, soccer pitches and a climbing wall.
UCD was the first university in Europe to open
a Global Lounge – a hub for international
students to socialise and meet students
from Ireland and around the world.
The campus has a wide range of options for
students on campus when it comes to eating
out. There are a number of restaurants, cafés
and shops available to students.
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One of the largest urban campuses in Europe
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OUR COURSESWe are dedicated to providing the very best and most engaging English language courses for adult students during the summer months. Our classes are for students aged 18+.
GENERAL ENGLISHWhatever your starting level, our specially
designed courses will boost your confidence
in social situations, international travel and
everyday communication.
Intensive speaking practice, expanding
spoken vocabulary and improving fluency
Modern and effective listening and
reading content on a variety of topics
Developing your comprehension
skills in an enjoyable way
Targeted individual feedback on
your written work
Structured, context-based approach
to develop and use your grammatical
knowledge
Access to additional
online resources
STANDARD GENERAL ENGLISH COURSE
TimetableMonday-Friday, 09.00-13.00
LevelElementary to Advanced
20 lessons
INTENSIVE GENERAL ENGLISH COURSE
TimetableMonday-Friday, 09.00-13.00Tuesday-Thursday, 14.00-16.00
26 lessons
LevelElementary to Advanced
For further details of intensive options, see page 8
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BUSINESS ENGLISHOur Business English courses give business
professionals and jobseekers the skills they
need to work, travel and communicate with
ease in the modern world of global commerce.
Intensive speaking practice in a range of business
contexts: meetings, negotiations, interviews,
presentations, project management, and more.
Real-life listening and reading content
on a variety of business topics
Develop your comprehension of professional
communications in an enjoyable way
Targeted individual feedback on emails,
presentations and report-writing
Develop your ability to communicate
accurately and effectively in work situations
Access to additional
online resources
STANDARD BUSINESS ENGLISH COURSE
TimetableMonday-Friday, 09.00-13.00
LevelIntermediate to Advanced
20 lessons
INTENSIVE BUSINESS ENGLISH COURSE
TimetableMonday-Friday, 09.00-13.00Tuesday-Thursday, 14.00-16.00
26 lessons
LevelIntermediate to Advanced
For further details of intensive options, see page 8
ALL COURSE START DATES AND DURATION
Students can book consecutive courses at ELA
27 May – 3 weeks
17 June – 2 weeks
1 July – 2 weeks
15 July – 2 weeks
29 July – 2 weeks
12 August – 2 weeks
All courses include:
• Coursebook
• Student portal with digital learning
resources
• Multi-media modern classrooms
• Regular progress reports
• Exciting and varied Social Programme
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INTENSIVE OPTIONS
For students who wish to add 6 afternoon lessons to their course, there are two options available; task-based learning and IELTS preparation. Students from both General English and Business English will study together in the afternoon.
TASK BASED LEARNING (6 LESSONS)Take advantage of this opportunity to put your English to work in a real-life setting with
task based learning. Taking a unique and interesting topic each week, students work in
groups to complete a task. With key language and vocabulary input from the teacher
and feedback to support them at every stage, this course gives students the sense of
achievement that comes from independent learning and real communication.
A range of interesting tasks covering
business, technology and cultural topics
Key vocabulary and functional
language in each task
Innovative use of multi-media and
digital content to enhance learning
Individualised feedback on speaking
presentations and written work
TASK BASED LEARNING
TimetableTuesday-Thursday, 14.00-16.00
6 lessons
LevelElementary to Advanced
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IELTS PREPARATION (6 LESSONS)Our IELTS Preparation course is designed to give you greater confidence in your academic
language skills and exam technique. Through exam-based practice activities and focused
feedback, students gain a clear understanding of how they can improve their performance
and achieve their target results.
Understand how IELTS exams are
structured and how to improve your
overall score
Intensive one-to-one speaking practice
on a range of common interview topics
Develop vocabulary, fluency and your
ability to interact with the examiner
Targeted individual feedback on your
IELTS writing
Develop your listening and reading
comprehension skills through
interesting content
IELTS PREPARATION
TimetableTuesday-Thursday, 14.00-16.00
6 lessons
LevelIntermediate to Advanced
ALL COURSE START DATES AND DURATION
Students can book consecutive courses at ELA
27 May – 3 weeks
17 June – 2 weeks
1 July – 2 weeks
15 July – 2 weeks
29 July – 2 weeks
12 August – 2 weeks
All courses include:
• Coursebook
• Student portal with digital learning
resources
• Multi-media modern classrooms
• Regular progress reports
• Exciting and varied Social Programme
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OUR ACCOMMODATION
On-campus residential accommodation is available throughout the summer months.
All accommodation is single-room and apartment-style. Located on the university campus,
students can easily access the city with well-serviced bus routes. Campus safety is a
priority, and 24-hour security is in operation.
ASHFIELD APARTMENTSThis is the newest residence on UCD campus. With bright and spacious apartments, Ashfield
Residence offers our students a state of the art student living environment. Each apartment
contains 6 ensuite single rooms and an elegant common area.
• Self-catering. Cooking utensils provided
• Private bathroom
• Private study workspace
• Cleaning service once a week
• Bed linen provided
• Laundry facilities
• Outdoor bicycle storage
• 24/7 support team (Reception and Security)
• 5 minute walk to classrooms
• Check-in 1500. Check-out 1000
• Minimum age 18
• Minimum stay 2 weeks
• Arrivals on Sunday. Departures on Saturday
Shared kitchen
Self-catering
Free wifi
Private bathroom Gym
Games & study room
5 minutes walk across campus
from accommodationto classrooms
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Modern single room accommodation, at the centre of the campus community
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Engaging English language courses for adult students during the summer months
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BELGROVE APARTMENTSThis high quality residence provides a modern living environment for students in 4 bedroom
apartments with single rooms, 2 shared bathrooms and an attractive shared common area.
Enjoy the comfortable residence facilities in the beautiful landscaped surroundings.
• Self-catering. Cooking utensils provided
• Shared bathroom
• Private study workspace
• Cleaning service once a week
• Bed linen provided
• Laundry facilities
• Outdoor bicycle storage
• 24/7 support team (Reception and Security)
• 5 minute walk to classrooms
• Check-in 1500. Check-out 1000
• Minimum age 18
• Minimum stay 2 weeks
• Arrivals on Sunday. Departures on Saturday
Virtual tours of the accommodation are available on our website www.ucdela.com
Shared kitchen
Self-catering
Free wifi Gym
Games & study room
Students must book accommodation in the following blocks.
Students can book multiple consecutive blocks.
Accommodation arrival date
Accommodation departure date
Duration
26 May 15 June 3 weeks
16 June 29 June 2 weeks
30 June 13 July 2 weeks
14 July 27 July 2 weeks
28 July 10 August 2 weeks
11 August 24 August 2 weeks
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Learn English by having fun with our Social Programme. As Ireland’s capital city, Dublin has something for everyone to enjoy and is perfect for exploring after classes finish or at weekends.
Our Social Programme offers students the opportunity to explore what Dublin
has to offer.
VISITS INCLUDE• Guinness Storehouse
• Kilmainham Gaol
• Croke Park Museum
• Christchurch Cathedral
OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDE• Walking tours
• Movie nights
• Pub nights
• Sports
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to find out what is on offer each week
with our Social Programme!
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OUR SOCIAL PROGRAMME
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Discover Dublin, a vibrant city with something for everyone to enjoy
If you would like further information or to request
a quote, please feel free to contact us.
www.ucdela.com
+353 1 716 8763