English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
- Level(s) of Study: Short course
- Course Fee:
£275
- Start Date(s): Week commencing 30 September 2024
- Duration: 22 weeks (term-time only)
- Study Mode(s): Short course
- Campus: City Campus
- Entry Requirements:
More information
Introduction:
Learning a foreign language is a wonderful opportunity to not only learn the language itself, but also to reveal different perspectives on life, enabling you to explore new cultures through a different lens.
Our courses are more than just engaging classroom sessions supported by excellent online resources.
You’ll also have the option to take assessments and be awarded a Nottingham Trent University (NTU) Language Programme Certificate of Achievement.
If you continue to study with us, you may become eligible for a Certificate of Language Learning or Diploma of Language Learning (or the UNILANG Certificate).
You can find more details about these awards at www.ntu.ac.uk/ulp
What you’ll study
Our language classes are divided into Stages. Check out the entry requirements to determine which stage is most appropriate for you. Some languages are available across levels in terms of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This allows students to work towards UNILANG recognition, which is highly recognised by employers. For more information, see our 'Awards' section.
To see which CEFR levels are taught at each ULP stage and find out more about CEFR, click here.
EFL stage 5 is the right stage for you if you have achieved an IELTS score of 5-5.5 or working towards completing a CEFR B2.
Course Content
Topic areas to be studied are work, city living and leisure.
During the course, you will have the opportunity to explore topics relating to your interests.
Course Outcome
At the end of the course, you will be able, for example, to summarise written and spoken texts, as well as discuss and debate complex ideas.
By the end of stage 5, you should have reached the level of B2 in all language skills in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
EFL stage 6 is the right stage for you if you have achieved an IELTS score of 6-6.5 or have completed ULP EFL stage 5 or Business English stage 5 (or equivalent) successfully.
Course Content
Topic areas to be studied include identity, intercultural awareness and issues in sustainability and the environment.
During the course, you will have the opportunity to explore topics related to your interests.
Course Outcome
At the end of the course, you will be able, for example, to summarise extended written and spoken texts and critically evaluate a range of complex ideas through analysis of various viewpoints including your personal viewpoint.
By the end of stage 6, you should have reached the level of C1 in some skills in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
EFL stage 7 is the right stage for you if you have successfully completed EFL
EFL stage 7 is the right stage for you if you have achieved an IELTS score of 7 and above, have completed ULP EFL Stage 6 or Business English 6 successfully, and you are working towards achieving CEFR C1.
Course Content
Contemporary topics such as human rights, stereotypes various ‘isms’ and artificial intelligence are used to focus on expressing a high level of analytical and abstract ideas with precision in fluent speaking and writing.
Course Outcome
At the end of the course, you will be able, for example, to give effective presentations and express complex ideas in debates and in essays.
By the end of stage 7, you should have reached the level of C1 in most skills in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
Campus and facilities
Entry requirements
Stage 5 (IELTS score of 5 - 5.5 or working towards completing a CEFR B2)
Stage 6 (IELTS score of 6 - 6.5 or successful completion of EFL stage 5 or Business English stage 5 or equivalent)
Stage 7 (IELTS score of 7 and above or successful completion of EFL stage 6 or Business English 6 or equivalent or working towards achieving CEFR C1)
Getting in touch
If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form
Stage 5 (IELTS score of 5 - 5.5 or working towards completing a CEFR B2)
Stage 6 (IELTS score of 6 - 6.5 or successful completion of EFL stage 5 or Business English stage 5 or equivalent)
Stage 7 (IELTS score of 7 and above or successful completion of EFL stage 6 or Business English 6 or equivalent or working towards achieving CEFR C1)
Fees and funding
The course fee is £275
* Payment is due at the time of booking.
The course fee is £275
* Payment is due at the time of booking.