Our ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) courses are based at our Ipswich Campus.
We offer full-time ESOL for 16-18 years and part-time ESOL for Adults.
You will learn to read, write and speak English , find out about life in the UK, improve digital skills and share experiences with people from other cultures.
Come and visit us on one of our college Taster Events, where you can find out more about our courses, check out our facilities and speak to current learners and staff.
The full-time course involves listening, speaking, reading and writing in English as well as developing maths skills. You will also find out about life in the UK and share experiences with people from other cultures. Lessons take place across three days.
To find out more and apply please contact the ESOL team.
This course will involve developing your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Although there is no qualification attached you may choose to take exams at the end of the course if you so wish. You will also find out about life in the UK and share experiences with people from other cultures.
Depending on your level most learners attend between 3-4 hours per week. The tutor will advise you what classes are available to you once your skill level has been checked.
This course will improve your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in English. You will also find out about life in the UK and share experiences with people from other cultures. This will help you to communicate in English in your daily life.
£280 (subject to change)
Unfortunately, if you have not lived in the UK or EU for the last three years or more, then you will be unable to join the course as you will be classed as an ‘overseas’ student. To check or query this, you can speak to our Student Support Team on 01473 382738 or by emailing support@suffolk.ac.uk
The part time course is for adults aged 19 or over.
The full time ESOL course is for students aged between 16-18 years old.
Full-time applicants should contact the ESOL team via email to apply for the course.
Part-time applicants can apply directly on the website by viewing the course information and pressing apply.
This course is designed for young people with English as a second language moving on from high school into College.
It will support you to prepare for progression onto a vocational course.
