IELTS preparation course information sheet THE COURSE

The course includes a blend of strategies for effective completion of the IELTS exams, such as:

• time-saving strategies in m/c reading, awareness of references in jigsaw readings etc. • planning and self-correction strategies in writing, including spelling rules and common errors • awareness-raising of the syllabus • timed practice of exam questions to develop pacing strategies • thorough preparation for writing tasks 1 and 2 • focus on useful grammar and vocabulary for IELTS

Sessions often develop from formative to summative work, with exam exercise completion as the learning outcome of the session. You will be set homework which is essential to the course.

CLASS SIZE

There are normally 16 students per class. In some situations, we can have 20 students in class. This means the price is kept low. The rooms you study in reflect this. They are all very comfortable and have interactive whiteboards.

COST

The course costs £255. The fee must be paid in full before the start of the course. You will also be asked to purchase a course book (approximate cost £30).

YOUR TEACHERS

All your teachers are fully qualified and experienced. Your teacher will advise you about the progress you are making and be available to answer any questions you may have during the course.

ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY

We expect you to attend all your classes and be punctual. We want you to be successful on the courses you attend at South Thames College so we monitor attendance and punctuality closely.

EXAMS

Enrolment on the course does not include enrolment for the exam. Your teacher will be able to recommend if you are ready for the exam. We have a lot of experience of predicting results based on the evidence we see of the work you complete in class. We do not run the exam at South Thames College but can recommend local test centres (exam price may vary depending on centre).

ONLINE SUPPORT

Additional resources are available on the College’s VLE

OTHER FACILITIES

As a student with us you have full access to the college facilities including library, gym and cafeteria (in Wandsworth). You will be shown around the college on your first day in class.

COMMON EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK FOR LANGUAGES – Equivalency table

We strongly recommend that you take the advice offered to you regarding exam entry.

Please look below at the CEFR chart to see how IELTS compares with the levels. Depending on the level you start with, you may need more time to be ready for your chosen exam and the score you need. We recommend you find out what IELTS score you need before the start of the course, so your teacher can properly support you and give the best advice possible.

CAE ESOL LEVEL 2

ESOL ENTRY 2

ESOL ENTRY 3

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LEVEL 1 PET