CEC Adult Centre Profile 2016

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Welcome to Cork!

Location - Cork CORK ENGLISH COLLEGE occupies three beautiful buildings in the heart of Cork City, on the banks of the River Lee in South-West Ireland. Cork City is a university city with many 3rd level universities located here. It is built on two islands and the river Lee flows like a lifeline through the city with beautiful bridges interweaving and connecting the islands. Cork International Airport is approximately 4km from the city centre and provides access to a host of international destinations. The city itself has a rich heritage with many museums, art galleries and theatres intermingling with all the amenities of a modern city. With a relatively small population of approximately 200,000 in Cork and its suburbs it provides all the conveniences of the city in a safe and friendly environment where students can learn and interact with the local population. .

According to The Lonely Planet Travel Guide,

Cork City is one of the top 10 cities in the world to visit.


1 city…3 schools: CEC has three beautiful waterfront buildings in the heart of Cork city centre. One sits on Patricks Quay and towers over the picturesque River Lee. Our second school stands high & majestic on Patricks Hill and our headquarters is housed in a stunning historic building that is located on Patricks Bridge. All three of our buildings are steeped in history and reflect Cork through the ages. Each were individually renovated so that their exteriors retain the unique historic beauty and the interiors are bright, modern and spacious. Our headquarters on Patricks Bridge is our most recently acquired building. We moved here in 2011. This building dates back to 1845 and was most recently occupied by a bank. Many of the old features of this bank have been retained. All our buildings are fully equipped and CEC is proud to provide the most modern facilities including cinema rooms, IT rooms, common rooms, a library, academic reception, outside areas and over 30 classrooms. All three buildings are within a 2 minute walk of each other making CEC an accessible, convenient and desirable choice. CEC is an Authorised Cambridge Examination Testing Centre for FCE and CAE exams. CEC is also an authorised IELTS examination centre. Our investigation into the possibility of using renewable resources is on-going so CEC’s carbon footprint is continuously shrinking… If you plan on visiting Cork, please contact us and we will show you around...

CEC CAMPUS


Cork English College is a centre of excellence for English language teaching. We are committed to providing the highest quality teaching available, while still retaining an elusive and unique quality – the personal touch. We can do that because we’re a family business, established over in 1978, and we’re still jointly run by our founder Valery Cullen and her son Marc. Over 40,000 students have passed through our doors since we first opened.

We can assure you that you will receive the service that you expect from one of the most established schools in Ireland. Our extensive experience in the area of T.E.F.L allows us to offer you a wide range of courses, all of which have been designed to perfection. We are also a member of Quality English and indeed we were the first college in Ireland to be given this accolade, proof that our unique blend of high quality teaching in a friendly environment really works. When you put yourself in our hands, we take that responsibility very seriously. As well as providing you with all the expert tuition you need, we also take care of everything – from picking you up at the airport to arranging accommodation and activities. Why? Because we want to make sure that you enjoy your stay in Ireland to the full! Cork English College is an authorised Cambridge Examination Testing Centre and an IELTS Testing Centre. CEC is also an official TOEIC Testing Centre , TOLES Testing Centre and an approved BULATS centre

Cork English College


Adult English Courses


General English Courses

General English (20 hours per week)

Intensive General English (26 hours per week)

General English + Options (26 hours per week)

One to One Tuition

One to Two Tuition

Business English Courses

Business English (20 hours per week)

Intensive Business English (26 hours per week)

Business English + Options (26 hours per week)

One to One Tuition

One to Two Tuition



Exam Preparation Courses

Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses, FCE & CAE

TOEIC Exam Preparation Course

BULATS Exam Preparation Course

IELTS Exam Preparation Course

Cambridge Accelerated FCE & CAE Preparation Course

TOLES (Test Of Legal English Skills) Exam Preparation

English for Academic Purposes

12, 25 – 40 Week Options

Blended Learning Programme 25 Weeks + 8 Weeks

English for Specific Purposes

Aviation English – ICAO 291

Military English – STANAG 6001 : 3rd Edition

Please contact the office for brochures



Teacher Refresher Courses

Teacher Refresher Course for Primary, Secondary

and Adult Level Teachers. PIC Number: 944642261

CLIL – Content and Language Integrated Learning Integrated

PIC Number: 944642261

Specialist Courses

Family Language Stay – July & August Only

Seniors Programme

A warm and friendly place to learn English

Highly experienced and professional teachers, all university qualified

Small Classes – Average 6 – 8 students – Individual attention guaranteed

CEC believes in 60 minute tuition hours on all adult programmes

Excellent facilities including multi-media and resource centres

Wide range of programmes to suit your client’s needs

Extensive social programmes throughout the year

Carefully selected accommodation options

CEC is Cork’s top English language college for locally based multi-national companies

Cork English College is an Authorised Cambridge Examination Testing Centre

FREE use of our E-Learning Platform before & during the course

FREE coach transfer for Adult bookings from Dublin airport to Cork

FREE Information Pack on arrival at the school

FREE Student Identity Card, which entitles you to discounts in many local shops, bars & restaurants

FREE Social and Cultural Activity Programme (Mon – Thurs)

FREE use of the Internet every afternoon (ADSL, WiFi)

FREE access to CD Roms, videos and tapes for Self Study

Why Choose CEC?


Fully furnished classrooms

E- Learning lab opened daily for students to use for FREE

Student Library where students can rent books for FREE

Internet room for students to use for FREE

FREE Wi-Fi throughout the school

Self Study rooms

Tea & Coffee facilities available

Student Lounge

DVD rentals at the school

Transfer facilities on request

Smoking area

Academic Reception

CEC Facilities


E-learning is an online education centre which supports students learning in the classroom and helps them to make the most of their language skills

It can also be used to help students prepare for their course here at CEC

There are lesson plans and exercises for students of all levels of English

It also gives access to the CEC Online Community for student communications

Access to the Platform is FREE of charge

When you leave the school you will have access to the E Learning centre for 3

months for FREE.

E-Learning is now available as a stand alone course.

The cost for 1 year is €150.00

For more information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PW-u85unpHQ

E-Learning at CEC


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CEC is an authorised Cambridge ESOL, IELTS, BULATS, TOEIC, TOLES and Trinity College London examination centre in Cork.

Exams at CEC


Excellent Irish Host Families (Standard and Executive)

Shared and Residential Apartments

Cork English College 1 & 2 Bedroom Private Apartments

Selection of Hotels and Bed & Breakfasts

Accommodation Options


Homestay accommodation is a chance for the student to become part of an Irish family during their stay in Cork. All our host families have been selected and visited by our representative and they are made aware of our student’s physical and emotional needs. Most host families are based in the suburbs, between 2-3km from the city centre.

Standard Host Family Accommodation- Available all year

This type of accommodation is arranged on a half board basis from Monday to Friday and full board at the weekends. We ensure that unless otherwise requested there will be only one student of the same mother tongue in the same household. The benefit of this is that the student will gain fluency in all types of interaction within the home.

Includes:

Single or twin room with adequate space for storing clothing.

Sufficient bed linen that is changed weekly.

A study area within the house.

Access to a bathroom with hot water.

Weekly laundry facilities.

Breakfast and evening meal during the week (includes lunch at the weekends)

Executive Host Family Accommodation- Available all year

We also offer executive accommodation where students, along with all the facilities provided with standard Homestay, would have access to his or her own bathroom and the bedrooms are of a superior quality. A private bathroom is not guaranteed. It also includes all of the above.

Irish Host Family Accommodation


Residential Apartments- Available Summer Only

During the months of June, July and August we also offer single rooms in University Residential Apartments.

These are self-catering and consist of 5 or 6 bedrooms per apartment, with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities.

Bed linen is provided but students must bring their own towels.

Cooking utensils, cutlery and crockery is provided

Laundry facilities are available

Broadband in all rooms.

Telephone cards can be purchased on site

Campus is based 15 -20 minutes from the school

Shopping and transport close by

Weekly cleaning service

Residential Apartments


Shared Apartments

Shared Apartments - Available All Year

The Shared Apartment includes:

These are self-catering and consist of 2 - 4 bedrooms per house / apartment, single or twin room with shared bathroom living room and kitchen

Bed linen is provided but students must bring their own towels

Cooking utensils, cutlery and crockery is provided

Laundry facilities available

Internet access in all rooms

Shopping and transport close by

Weekly cleaning service

The shared apartments are located throughout the city centre


We have shared apartments available for our students use all year . As with the residential apartments they are self-catering and offer all modern conveniences including internet access. The student has the use of a single or twin room shared kitchen, living room and bathroom. Bed linen is provided on arrival. The apartments have laundry facilities and a TV. There may be other students living in the same apartment or the students may be sharing with Irish people who are working in Cork. These apartments are located throughout the city.

CEC Private Apartments

Private Apartments - CEC apartments – Available all year

We can organise the rental two bedroomed apartments ideally located in the city centre. These apartments are of the highest standard and offer executive style suites where comfort and conveniences are of the utmost importance. They are available for a minimum of two weeks stay. 3 and 5 bedroom apartments are available in July and most of August.

Each apartment consists of: Open plan kitchen/ living area Bathroom with shower Central Heating TV and all cooking facilities Bed linen and towels are provided Selection of apartments include internet access (Rates are provided upon arrival to the apartments) Apartments within walking distance of the school


At CEC, we organise an activity programme throughout the year

Many of the activities are FREE of charge

We organise Saturday excursions during the months of June, July and August

Visit famous landmarks in Cork such as Blarney Castle, Shandon Bells, Cobh and many more

Visit local Art Galleries and Museums

Join Conversation & Pronunciation classes

Learn about Irish Music & Culture

Half day horse riding excursions

Golfing day trips organised

Lunchtime Leaning Series

Activities at CEC


Monday

Cork City Tour

Meeting in Reception at 2.20 pm

Free of charge

Tuesday

Cork Vision Centre

Meeting in Reception at 1.30 pm

Free of charge

Wednesday

St. Finbarr’s Cathedral

Meeting in Reception at 2:30 pm

Free of charge

Thursday

Pronunciation Class

Meeting in the Blarney Room at 2.20pm

Free of charge 12 maximum

Friday

Fota Wildlife Park

Meeting in Reception at 2:00 pm

Cost €16.00

Sample Activities at CEC


Practical Information


Air: Cork International Airport has now opened it’s new terminal. The new development will mean that the airport will now have a capacity for 5 million passengers per year. New routes are constantly being added so keep an eye on the following website for updates : www.corkairport.ie

Bus: the national bus company is called Bus Eireann and they operate both city buses and regional buses. Inside the city you can avail of weekly and monthly bus tickets that can be used to go to and from college. Here is their website www.buseireann.ie

Getting Here

Train: For travel around Ireland the fastest way to travel is by train. Tickets available at the train station and discounts available for students. Here is their website www.irishrail.ie

FREE TRANSFER FROM DUBLIN AIRPORT:

We offer a FREE coach transfer to Cork with Aircoach for adult students who fly into Dublin airport. The student must buy a ticket from the coach driver and then present this ticket at the school to receive a refund of the fare paid. www.aircoach.ie

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Visa Requirements Participants from many countries outside the European Union require a visa to enter Ireland. For the

application they need a letter of invitation provided by the school, a proof of payment of tuition fees, a

medical insurance (translated into English) and a formal financial statement that they can support

themselves during their stay.

If you need entry clearance, book your course well in advance to give yourself enough time to obtain it.

For full information go to http://www.dfa.ie/home/index.aspx?id=8605

Health Care Cork English College advises all students to take out travel and medical insurance in their own country before

departure.

Students from countries within the European Union are entitled to free medical treatment under the National

Health Service (except for non emergency hospital treatment). They should bring a European Health Insurance

Card (E1.11). Hospital services are provided free in public wards for EU visitors.

Weather The weather in Ireland is very changeable. It is advisable to bring a rain jacket as it can rain at any moment. On

the upside it is rarely very cold.

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St. Patrick’s Bridge, Cork, Ireland

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