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Study English in Brighton in a stylish, bright, and modern school
Brighton is London's cooler, younger sibling, with a rich and vibrant culture all of its own. This trendy, cosmopolitan destination has all the attractions of a modern city, plus a beach voted one of the top 10 in the world.
EC Brighton is bright, stylish and modern, located just two minutes away from all that makes this destination so popular: the seafront with its iconic Brighton Pier, The Royal Pavilion, The Lanes and an incredible variety of restaurants, bars and clubs.
EC Brighton has an international reputation for quality tuition and excellent teachers. The friendly and professional atmosphere you will find at school is what makes it a perfect place to learn English.
- Activities
Get the best from your destination and make the most of your time.
As an EC student, you will be invited to a free welcome event and enjoy a varied calendar of social and leisure activities throughout your stay. Some of the many activities available include:
- Pub Night
Enjoy a night out with students and staff.
- Brighton Walking Tour
Explore Brighton with staff and students.
- Country Walk
Enjoy the beautiful English countryside.
- EC Party
A fun night out with students and staff.
Taking the time to seriously focus on your English will open up unlimited opportunities for you. This programme is for students who study for 24 weeks or more.
You will develop fluency, accuracy and appropriate uses of English across all four language skills. You will benefit from excellent guidance, monitoring and feedback throughout this course.
As your English and your confidence improve, you will broaden your horizons and gain a huge advantage in your chosen career or education.
On a personal level, studying abroad will give you incredible experiences. You will challenge yourself, become more independent and make lasting international friendships.
Reasons to take this course:
- You want to enter university or embark on a master's degree
- Your level is between Beginner and Advanced
- You want to give yourself a clear advantage in the workplace and expand your career opportunities
- You want to take a worthwhile sabbatical learning English before continuing your education or career
Improve your level and maximise your ability to use English with our most popular course.
General English (20 lessons per week) will give you a practical understanding of the English language and take you all the way to fluency. See your confidence improve as we train you in all four communication skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Intensive English (30 lessons per week) includes the above General English classes, and also allows you to personalise your course by taking an additional 10 Special Focus lessons per week across a wide selection of options (see the choices below).
- Your level is between Beginner and Advanced.
- You want to improve your English level quickly and effectively while gaining confidence.
- You want to develop your fluency in everyday contexts.
Available all year.
Level: Beginner to Advanced.
Starts every Monday.
An International English Language Testing System (known as IELTS); qualification is required by most British, Canadian, Australian, Maltese and South African universities, and in some cases, American academic institutions.
IELTS is often required by professional bodies and is needed for immigration for Canada and Australia.
To get the best score possible, you need the best help you can get. Taking an IELTS preparation course with EC Brighton is your essential first step towards success.
Reasons to take this course
You want to attend an English-speaking university
You want a career in an international environment
You want to gain a competitive advantage in your career path
You want an international certificate which proves your level of English
You want better opportunities for future employment
Cambridge exams are recognised by employers, universities and colleges around the world, and the results are valid for life. We will ensure you enter your exam feeling thoroughly prepared with the confidence to succeed.
FCE (First Certificate in English) is suitable if you are confident using a wide range of spoken and written English.
CAE (Certificate in Advanced English) is what you need if you can use your English skills for most professional and academic purposes.
- You want to attend an English-speaking university.
- You want a career in an international environment.
- You want to gain a competitive advantage in your career path.
- You want an international certificate which proves your level of English.
- You want better opportunities for future employment.
Are you dreaming of an international career in a global workplace and clear conversations with future colleagues?
For those who want to succeed in today's global workplace, this intensive English for Work course develops the fluency, accuracy and specific communication skills you need to advance confidently in your chosen career.
Every week you will take 30 lessons: 20 lessons of General English and 10 lessons of Business English.
Choose English for Work and improve your career prospects at home and abroad.
- You want to change career and improve your chance of getting a good job
- You want to learn English for business-world success
- You need English in your current job
If you are looking to develop fluency, target core skills, and truly experience your destination through its language, this dynamic course is your gateway to practical use of English.
This Special Focus Programme combines 20 lessons of General English with 10 lessons focused on language study inspired by your destination, for a complete intensive experience that is tailored to you and your personal reasons for learning.
Students enrolled in this course visit a number of fascinating locations, from stunning museums and inspiring galleries to successful local businesses and charming neighbourhoods all over the city.
- You want an experiential programme that gives you opportunities to interact with local people.
- You want to learn about the history and culture of the city.
- You want to learn English for everyday situations.
In a homestay you will live with local English speakers, and experience an authentic lifestyle. You will live as your hosts live, eat what they eat and spend time at home together. Many students enjoy the homecooked food and extra feeling of security in a homestay.
Speak English all the time
Staying with local people means you will practise your English with native speakers at home in a very natural way.
Cultural experience
Learn more about the local culture and be exposed to a rich variety of cultural learning opportunities. Experience day-to-day family life: activities, holiday celebrations and local cuisine.
Feel safe and secure
Get personal care and attention in a caring, comfortable, home environment. Staying in a home means you always have someone there to support you.
Peace and quiet
Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere at home. Living with your host will give you stability, plus a quiet and peaceful environment for relaxation and study.
This student house is a two-storey mixed gender residence that offers students either twin or single rooms.
The first floor offers two twin rooms with excellent storage space, sharing one bathroom. There is an open plan living room/dining room and modern kitchen including a dishwasher, large fridge, separate freezer, washing machine and dryer. The second floor offers a further twin room and two single rooms each of which offer good storage space. Students share a bathroom that offers a separate bath and showering facilities.
The accommodation is situated in a fashionable part of Brighton called Kemptown. Kemptown has many shops bars and restaurants and is very close to the seafront. The city centre is only a short walk away.
Mitre House is located in the very centre of Brighton, a short walk from the beach and very close to the main shopping centre of Brighton. It is perfectly located for easy access to Brighton’s main attractions, shops and famous nightlife.
You will find a mixed gender residence offering single occupancy of double rooms. All bedrooms have en-suite showering/toilet facilities. Rooms share communal kitchen/TV lounges. Wi-Fi is available throughout the building. There is a student lounge with a TV, and vending machines with snacks and cold/hot drinks.
Mitre House is a 15 minute walk from EC Brighton or a 11 minute journey using public transport. It is a 7 minute walk from the city centre or a 7 minute journey using public transport to Mitre House.
Standard Summer Residence
Each flat consists of 6 to 8 single bedrooms all with ensuite facilities and a combined newly renovated kitchen/ lounge. Thekitchen/lounge is shared with other students.
Phoenix is located 10 minutes from the city centre, within easy access of supermarkets and shops. It takes approximately 13 minutes to walk to school.
Available: 24 June – 26 August
Brighton's Seafront Residence is located across the road from the beach and a short walk to the pier and city centre. Brighton’s main attractions, shops and famous nightlife are only a short leisurely walk away.
You will find a mixed gender residence offering single rooms. All bedrooms have ensuite showering facilities, underfloor heating and a wall mounted flat screen television. There is a large, fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. Wi-Fi is available throughout the building.
Seafront is a 6 minute walk from EC Brighton, or a 2 minute journey using public transport. It is a 16 minute walk from the city centre or a 12 minute journey using public transport.
*Mixed Gender: Male and female students share common areas and facilities, but bedrooms and bathrooms are single gender.
Arrival day: Saturday
Departure day: Saturday
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