General English + IELTS Exam Preparation Course

Overview

This course is designed to develop your English language skills and the exam techniques you’ll need to be successful in your IELTS. It combines General English each morning (15 hours per week) with IELTS preparation each afternoon (6 hours per week). 

This course is for you if you: 

• Are looking for a full-time (21 hours per week) course 
• Want to improve your reading, writing, listening, speaking in a classroom setting 
• Want to learn exam techniques and strategies for each IELTS component 
• Are interested in joining extra-curricular activities provided by Regent’s* 
• Want to take advantage of the University’s facilities – library, study areas, café 

General English classes in the mornings focus on improving your speaking, writing, listening and reading (and cover grammar structures, formal and informal vocabulary and pronunciation). In the afternoons, you’ll learn exam techniques and how to complete reading, listening, speaking and writing tasks to the best of your ability.

For General English you’ll be placed in class according to your level defined by the CEFR (Common European Framework for Reference). For IELTS, you’ll be placed in mixed-level groups. This course is suitable for students at the following levels:

• B1 (intermediate) 
• B2 (upper-intermediate) 
• C1 (advanced) 
• C2 (proficiency)

Your level will be tested at the start of the course. 

If you have any questions or would simply like to chat through your options, please get in touch via email at RSE@regents.ac.uk.  

Book your course now

Click on 'book now' and submit an online form. You will be asked to provide a copy of your passport and pay a deposit fee. Once we’ve received your online form and deposit, we are going to contact you via email to finalise your booking.

Fees per week 2024

Duration	Fee
2 - 4 weeks	£460
5 - 8 weeks	£450
9 - 16 weeks	£440
17 - 24 weeks	£410
25+ weeks	£365

These fees will apply from 01 January 2024 until 31 December 2024.

Fees include:

• The university induction
• English language lessons
• Access to the library and virtual learning environment
• Extra-curricular activities (weekly Conversation Club, London trips)
• Access to Student Support services
• Course certificate and monthly progress reports

Additional fees:

• Course registration: £80
• Accommodation booking: £120
• Materials, based on duration (below)

Duration	Material cost
2 - 4 weeks	£40
5 - 8 weeks	£60
9 - 16 weeks	£80
17 - 24 weeks	£100
25+ weeks	£120

The IELTS exam fee is not included in the course fee. Students wishing to book the exam will be provided assistance with the booking process. It is approximately £200. 

Teaching and assessment

General English 

This is a communicative English language course teaching reading, writing, listening and speaking skills as well as grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.  

Classes are practical, fun and engaging with a focus on task-based activities that promote critical thinking, problem-solving and an understanding of British culture.  

You’ll do much more than complete worksheets: you’ll practise your presentation skills, learn to write professional and personal emails and talk to classmates about topics relevant to you. 

IELTS 

The IELTS part of the course will focus on the strategies needed in each part of the IELTS exam: reading, writing, listening and speaking.  

The lessons are communicative with a lot of interaction, pairwork and groupwork. There will be plenty of exam practice where you develop the academic skills required to pass the exam. 

Practical learning 

Outside the classroom, our weekly Conversation Club offers the chance to improve your fluency   and boost your confidence by mixing with other students. 

Plus, informal class trips take you on walking tours to London’s top sights, like the River Thames, where you’ll test your language skills through mini challenges as you explore the city. 

Personal support 

You’ll learn in a supportive, personalised environment where staff and students get to know each other by name.  

We adjust our course content to suit your needs, strengths and weaknesses so that you achieve your desired IELTS band faster. 

You’ll take a placement test on your first day – followed by regular progress tests and mock IELTS exams. Staff will give continuous feedback and regular one-to-one tutorials are available.  

Course schedule

Monday to Thursday (21 hours per week) 

09:15-11:00 – lessons 
11:00-11:15 – break 
11:15-12:30 – lessons 
12:30-13:30 – lunch 
13:30-15:00 – lessons 

Friday 

09:15-11:00 – lessons 
11:00-11:15 – break 
11:15-12:30 – lessons 

On Friday afternoons you can either have free time or participate in extra-curricular activities – from walking tours of London’s sights to our informal Conversation Club. 

Sample itinerary

Entry requirements

Before joining, your level of English should be B1 (intermediate) at a minimum. We offer a free, informal interview as a form of assessment.

To book, please submit a course booking form.

Payment, Cancellation and Refund Policy 

• All fees must be paid two weeks prior to course start date 
• The course deposit and housing fee is non-refundable 
• Other fees are refundable up to two weeks prior to start date 
• You can change/cancel a homestay with two weeks’ notice (for over four weeks)
• By cancelling campus accommodation, you'll be charged a cancellation rate 
• Refunds will be sent within 30 days. Post and bank fees will be deducted  
• No refunds will be given once the course has started 

For full terms and conditions for Regent's School of English, visit our policies and procedures page.

Other related policies

 

• Refunds Policy
• Attendance Policy
• Complaints Procedure
• Holiday Policy
• Student Charter
• Student Code of Conduct
• Student Complaints Policy
• Student Disciplinary Policy
• Student Disability Policy
• Under 18s Safeguarding Policy

Class information 

•    Please note all our classes have a maximum of 15 students