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EC English Language Centres

30+ schools worldwide — accredited in 5 countries

1991
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30+
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5
Countries
50,000+
Students/year
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Courses at EC English Language Centres

Detailed breakdown of every English programme available — including hours, levels and content.

Most popular

General English

20 lessons/week (15 hrs)All levelsStart any Monday

Develop real-world communication skills through EC's communicative approach. Lessons focus on speaking fluency, listening comprehension, reading and writing through authentic materials. Max 15 per class. EC's free Online learning platform complements classroom study.

Intensive

Semi-Intensive English

24 lessons/week (18 hrs)All levelsStart any Monday

General English core plus 4 additional lessons per week focusing on a special area: conversation, writing, grammar or vocabulary.

Intensive

Intensive English

30 lessons/week (22.5 hrs)All levelsStart any Monday

Maximum immersion with 20 core lessons, 10 elective sessions covering specialist topics like Global Issues, Media Studies, Film, Music, Creative Writing, or Academic Skills. The fastest route to fluency at EC.

Exam prep

IELTS Preparation

30 lessons/weekMin. B1 levelStart any Monday

20 core English lessons plus 10 dedicated IELTS sessions per week. Covers all four papers with mock exams, score tracking and personalised feedback. Available at EC UK, Canada and Australia campuses.

Exam prep

Cambridge English (FCE / CAE)

30 lessons/week8, 10 or 12 weeksMin. B2 level

Intensive Cambridge exam preparation with dedicated teachers. Covers all papers, exam strategies, and timed practice. Fixed-date courses aligned with official Cambridge exam sessions.

Exam prep

TOEFL Preparation

30 lessons/weekMin. B1 levelStart any Monday

Dedicated TOEFL iBT training at EC US campuses. Covers all four sections with authentic materials, diagnostic tests and score-raising strategies.

Professional

Business English Mini-Group

30 lessons/weekMin. B2 levelMax 6 per class

Premium small-group business programme. Covers presentations, negotiations, meetings, networking, telephoning and email writing. Maximum 6 students per class for intensive interaction and personalised feedback.

Premium

Club 30+

20–30 lessons/week30+ years oldMin. A2 level

EC's exclusive programme for mature learners aged 30 and over. Separate classrooms, tailored content, and social activities designed for professional adults. Available in London, New York, Malta, Toronto, Dublin and Cape Town.

Long-term

Academic Semester / Year

20–30 lessons/week24–48 weeksAll levels

Long-term programme combining General or Intensive English with optional exam preparation or business electives. Includes progress reviews, certificate ceremonies, and discounted semester/year pricing.

Cultural

English in the City

30 lessons/weekAll levelsStart any Monday

Unique programme combining classroom lessons with guided city exploration. Learn English through real-world experiences — markets, museums, neighbourhoods and cultural events. Available at all EC campuses.

Quality guaranteed

Accreditations & certificates

British Council

Accredited for English language teaching in the UK.

English UK

National association of accredited centres in the UK.

ACCET (USA)

US Department of Education-recognised accreditation.

Languages Canada

National quality assurance for Canadian language programmes.

English Australia

National body for ELICOS programmes in Australia.

EduSA

Quality assurance body for English language schools in South Africa.

Where to study

EC English Language Centres campuses

UK campuses

London (Euston)
London 30+
Cambridge
Oxford
Brighton
Bristol
Manchester

International campuses

New York, USA
Los Angeles, USA
San Francisco, USA
Miami, USA
Boston, USA
Washington DC, USA
Toronto, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Montréal, Canada
Sydney, Australia
Melbourne, Australia
Cape Town, S. Africa
Dublin, Ireland
Malta
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