General English Courses

Purpose

To develop overall English language proficiency for everyday, social, academic, and professional communication. This course will help you build confidence in speaking, reading, writing, listening, grammar and vocabulary, through real-life communication activities.Students are encouraged to work in pairs and groups to ensure classes are communicative and lively. You also receive some classes in exam preparation to help you to prepare for the exam for your level.

Target Learner

Adult international learners (16+) at CEFR A1-C1.
Hours per week 15
Daily schedule DUBLIN • AM 09:00-12:15 (Mon-Fri)
DUBLIN • PM 13:00-17:00 (Mon-Thu)
WATERFORD • AM 09:00-12:15 (Mon-Fri)
Course code GE15
Course Dates Every Monday
Course levels Beginner (A1)
Advanced (C2)
Average Class Size 12 (15 max)
Minimum Course Length 1 week

Intended Learning Outcomes

Learners will be able to:
  • Communicate effectively in everyday situations
  • Participate in conversations with improved fluency
  • Understand the main ideas of spoken and written texts
  • Write clear paragraphs and functional texts (emails, messages)
  • Demonstrate improved vocabulary range and grammatical accuracy

Expected Progress

Approx. one CEFR sub-level per 10–12 weeks depending on attendance and performance.

Semi-Intensive General English

Purpose

Want faster progression? This course provides extended language practice with additional speaking and skills development. You follow the General English and Exam Preparation programme for 15 hours per week. You participate in communicative and lively lessons that give plenty of opportunities to develop knowledge of language structures and vocabulary, as well as speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.

Students will receive another 5 hours per week of conversation class. This is an opportunity to improve speaking fluency and accuracy by discussing interesting topics and receive feedback on language errors made.This course will help you build confidence in speaking, reading, writing, listening, grammar and vocabulary, through real-life communication activities

Hours per week 20
Daily schedule DUBLIN • AM 09:00–13:30 (Mon–Fri)
Course code GE20

Target Learner

Adults seeking faster progression or greater fluency.
Course Dates Every Monday
Course levels Beginner (A1)
Advanced (C2)
Average Class Size 12 (15 max)
Minimum Course Length 1 week

Intended Learning Outcomes

  • Participate in extended discussions
  • Improve spoken fluency and pronunciation
  • Write structured texts with improved coherence
  • Understand detailed spoken English

Intensive General English

Purpose

Accelerated English development through increased weekly contact hours. Our 30 hour course consists of 3 hours of General English classes, with added Exam Preparation in the morning, and 3 hours in the afternoon. You are taught new language structures and vocabulary, and develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. You are encouraged to work in pairs and groups to ensure classes are communicative and lively.

Hours per week 30
Daily schedule DUBLIN • 09:00–12:15 (Mon–Fri) + 13:00–17:00 (Mon–Thu)
Course code GE30

Target Learner

Adults requiring rapid progression for study, employment, or visa purposes.
Course Dates Every Monday
Course levels Beginner (A1)
Advanced (C2)
Average Class Size 12 (15 max)
Minimum Course Length 1 week

Intended Learning Outcomes

  • Communicate confidently in professional and academic contexts
  • Deliver structured presentations
  • Write formal emails and short reports
  • Demonstrate improved accuracy and complexity in language use

Short-term English Course

Great Deals on Short-Term

Purpose

This course will help you build confidence in practical speaking, reading, writing, listening, grammar and vocabulary skills, through real-life communication activities over a short duration. Students are encouraged to work in pairs and groups to ensure classes are communicative and lively.

You also receive some classes in exam preparation to help you to prepare for the exam for your level.

Hours per week 15
Daily schedule DUBLIN • AM 09:00-12:15 (Mon-Fri)
DUBLIN • PM 13:00-17:00 (Mon-Thu)
WATERFORD • AM 09:00-12:15 (Mon-Fri)
Course code GE15
Course Dates Every Monday
Course levels Beginner (A1)
Advanced (C2)
Average Class Size 12 (15 max)
Minimum Course Length 1 week

ISE Dublin – Short-Term Promotion

15 hours per week

Morning: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM
Afternoon: Monday to Thursday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  • 6 weeks: €900 €810
  • 8 weeks: €1,160 €1,044
  • 12 weeks: €1,740 €1,566

20 hours per week (Morning only)

Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM and 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

  • 6 weeks: €1,200 €1,080
  • 8 weeks: €1,560 €1,404
  • 12 weeks: €2,340 €2,106
  • Start Dates: Until December 2026
  • Booking Period: March 1st – May 31st, 2026
  • Registration Fee: €80 (not included)

Please note: Class schedule (AM or PM) depends on student level and availability. Promotion valid for 6 to 12-week courses.

Target Learner

Learners attending for 1–4 weeks.

Intended Learning Outcomes

  • Increase confidence in speaking
  • Expand everyday vocabulary
  • Improve listening comprehension
  • Develop functional communication skills

ISE Waterford - Short-Term Promotion

15 hours per week

AM Course (9:00 - 12:15)
  • 6 weeks: €840 €756
  • 8 weeks: €1,080 €972
  • 12 weeks: €1,620 €1,458
  • Start Dates: Until December 2026
  • Booking Period: March 1st – May 31st, 2026
  • Registration Fee: €80 (not included)

Please note: Class schedule (AM or PM) depends on student level and availability. Promotion valid for 6 to 12-week courses.

English and Golf

Purpose

To combine English language development with organised golf activities. This English Programme & Golf is designed for candidates who wish to develop the fluency and communication skills they will need to work confidently in the English speaking business world. Our English Programme is a task-based course where candidates/students simulate real-life experiences in the business world. You will develop the communication skills needed in the workplace-negotiating effectively with business partners and customers, preparing reports, writing emails and giving presentations. You also learn how to express yourself in a confident and assertive manner.

Join us in Dublin for a golfing experience you will not forget.

Take in the stunning views that our Dublin Links courses have to offer as well as challenging woodland courses.

With general English classes every morning and a packed schedule in the afternoon all over Dublin, you will have a nice balance of indoor and outdoor activities for you to enjoy on and off the course.

What are you waiting for? It's time for you to experience the Irish welcome for yourself.

There will be a Guinness waiting for you at the 19th hole.

Target Learner

Adult learners (minimum A2) seeking language improvement with leisure integration.
English Lesson:
15 hours
Golf Lesson:
2 x 9 holes
+ 1 x 18 holes
€480
Price per week
Social activities:
3 hours of planned excursions per week
€15
From
Social activities:
1 outside Dublin weekend excursion
€35
From
Airport pick-up/drop-off:
The ISE will provide this service for student's arrival or departure
€40
One way
Course code GOLF15

Other details: Private Classes (Customized packages) can be tailored to suit individual needs
Not included: Weekly public transport pass

Sample Week
Mon
Introduction to new students; language presentation
Coffee Break
Pronunciation and Speaking development skills, e.g. Creating a news show
Break
Walking tour of Dublin
Tue
Language presentation
Coffee Break
Reading skills development, e.g. Reading a short novel
Break
Golf Lessons 9 holes
Wed
Language development
Coffee Break
Listening and Writing skills development, e.g. Texting and e-mailing
Break
Tour of the world famous O'Donoghues traditional Irish pub
Thu
Controlled & free practice of new language items
Coffee Break
Vocabulary and revision test of week
Break
Golf Lessons 9 holes
Fri
Conversation development
Coffee Break
Cultural appreciation, e.g. Irish music and movies
Break
Guinness factory tour
Sat
Introduction to new students; language presentation
Sun
Golf Lessons 18 holes
Course Dates Every Monday
Course levels Beginner (A1)
Advanced (C2)
Average Class Size 12 (15 max)
Minimum Course Length 1 week

Intended Learning Outcomes

  • Communicate effectively in social and informal contexts
  • Use sport-related vocabulary appropriately
  • Demonstrate improved spoken fluency
  • Interact confidently in real-life situations

Intensive General English

Purpose

To provide personalised English instruction tailored to individual goals. We offer private tuition of up to 15 hours per week which can also be combined with other courses. You will be asked to complete a Placement Test and Needs Analysis prior to beginning your course so an individual bespoke course can be designed to suit your exact learning requirements.

Hours per week 15
Course levels Beginner (A1)
Advanced (C1)
Course code O15
Avg. class size 1

Target Learner

Learners requiring customised support.
An hour €50
Work placement fee €600

Intended Learning Outcomes

Dependent on learner goals, may include:
  • Targeted exam preparation
  • Professional communication skills
  • Academic writing development
  • Accent and pronunciation improvement

Work Experience and Internship

Purpose

We offer a programme which allows you to study English while making the most of your experience which can last six weeks or more. Before you even arrive in Ireland, we will have made all the arrangements for a work placement suited to your specific requirements, taking into consideration your professional specialization, qualifications, work experience, level of English, age and duration of your stay. You can combine your work experience with any English course.

Job placements in a wide range of fields

  • Hospitality and Tourism
  • Secretarial and Office
  • Administration Business Services
  • Sport and Leisure
  • Retail
  • Environment
  • Finance
  • IT/Computing
  • Culture and Heritage

*This programme is not recognized by ACELS

EU students only
Hours per week 5 hours (part-time)
15 hours (full-time)
Benefits of this programme
  • 20 English hours per week
  • 20 to 40 English hours per week
  • A certificate of achievement
  • A skills assessment Certificate
  • A reference letter
Minimum age 18
Min. course length 6 weeks
Min. level Intermediate (B1)

What To Expect:

  • Placement test pre arrival - after your booking is confirmed, you’ll do a grammar/vocabulary test and a speaking test with a member of the academic team, to ensure you are placed in an appropriate level and you can start classes immediately after you arrive.
  • Induction before classes on your first day to welcome you to the school, and ensure you start learning straight away!
  • Highly dedicated, trained, and professional teachers are here to help you progress
  • Continuous assessment will help you see how close you are to your learning goals
  • Exposure to multiple accents and teaching/learning styles to ensure fairness for all learners
  • Weekly progress tests and regular feedback from your teachers will ensure that you are keeping up with the class, and identify any need for review(
  • Certificate of Attendance and Achievement
  • Expected progression: approx. one CEFR sub-level per 10–12 weeks (where applicable)