Dublin School of English (DSE)

Dublin School of English Your partner in educational travel since 1968

General English Brochure

About this brochure We offer a wide range of courses for people from a wide range of backgrounds. This brochure covers general English, standard plus, exam preparation and related courses.

Other DSE brochures Junior & Teenager courses Intensive courses for Executives and VIPs Study & Work and Personal Development You’ll also find everything on our web site. Remember, if you can’t find what you are looking for, just ask.

We don’t bite!

About Us The oldest English language school in Ireland Established and recognised by the Irish government in 1968, the DSE has grown to be one of the largest schools in Ireland.

We operate a city centre school, in Temple Bar, open all year round. In the summer we operate a centre in Booterstown, close to the seaside, in the south of Dublin city.

Family run for personal attention to you We are a family-run business. With the DSE you are not dealing with a large, impersonal chain of schools, you are dealing with a friendly team who cares about their clients. We personally organise all services we provide, from the time you first arrive to the time we wish you a good journey home.

If something needs attention during your stay, you know exactly who to ask for help—us!

A complete service with no hidden extras Why should you pay extra for books, registration fees, accommodation booking fees and other charges?

When you book with the DSE you get everything you need to begin your course (right down to a pen and exercise book). We’ll even exchange your book if you change your class. No extra charges… ever… we promise!

Your holistic school We believe that learning is not just for the classroom. We run a social school and believe that a relaxed social atmosphere is best for learning.

From the classes to the excursions and the host families we ensure that everything is in place for you to learn in a fun and relaxed environment.

After class culture, fun and learning The more immersed you are in the language, the quicker you will learn.

We provide optional excursions and activities for all students of the DSE (including all entrance fees). This allows you to make friends with other nationalities and backgrounds, to practise English and to experience Dublin and Ireland.

We also offer guided tours to places like Galway, Kilkenny and Belfast for a small fee.

A school for all ages For students from age 8 to 80 (and sometimes older) for individuals, for groups, for family groups, you can be sure we have something for you. With over 44 years of experience we must be doing something right!

The school for you We believe in being flexible. We are not selling memory sticks or paper clips—we sell an experience tailored to you.

Want to arrive during the week? No problem.

Need a specialised course that you don’t see on our website or in our brochures? Just ask.

Want to stay in a host family that shares your interest in ukulele or aardvark breeding? Sure thing. (Okay, perhaps we can’t manage that!)

Quality and Value We know that you will not get better value in a school in Dublin. If you think you can, challenge us!

With accreditation from the Irish government (ACELS/QQI) and as founding members of MEI, you can be sure there is no compromise on quality.

So pop in for a look or visit our web site.

We’re here for you!

Standard and Standard Plus courses All courses at the DSE are based on an academic hour of 45 minutes.

Standard Course (AY24/SM21) A general English course suitable for ages 16 years and older.

Course AY24: October to June, 24 lessons per week, maximum 12 per class, all books and materials included.

Course SM21: July to September, 21 lessons per week, maximum 15 per class, all books and materials included.

1 week: Extra weeks: 12 week offer (TERM): Accommodation option: (host family, shared room, part-board)

Z240 Z180 Z2,040 Z180 per week

Semi-Intensive Courses A standard course in general English with added one-toone lessons. Suitable for people who need some extra help or English for Special Purposes (business, law, medicine, etc). One-to-one lessons can be taken in any subject (not just in English).

Classes, plus one-to-one lessons (Course Code)

per week

Classes plus 5 (HGA2629):

Z500

Classes plus 10 (HGA3134):

Z780

Classes plus 20 (HGA4144):

Z1,200

Accommodation option: (host family, single room, part-board)

Z190

Standard Plus Course (AY304/EX2730) General English or exam preparation or business English (when available).

Course AY30: October to June, 30 lessons per week, maximum 12 per class, all books and materials included.

Course EX2730: July to September, 27 lessons per week, maximum 15 per class, all books and materials included.

1 week: Extra weeks: 12 week offer (TERM30): Accommodation option: (host family, shared room, part-board)

Z290 Z220 Z2,930 Z180 per week

English and Sports

Senior Travel

Courses are based on our standard courses with 12 lessons in sports.

A course for the more mature traveller.

We offer golf, horse-riding, wind surfing, tennis, sailing, and other sports on request. Lessons are given by professionals at partner sports centres or at our summer centre.

(We have a sports programme available in St. Andrews — basketball, tennis, soccer, rounders and more. This English and sports programme is for people who want to get professional sports coaching.)

Sports pack (12 lessons): (in addition to normal course fees)

Z900

We avoid the use of terms like 3rd age and 50 plus to describe these courses — after all everyone is different.

This programme is based on our standard course. We like to mix students to expose them to different nationalities, cultures and a wide range of different backgrounds. In our experience we have found that people who book this type of course do not necessarily like being in a class of their age group but appreciate the mix of people in their class.

Clients attend our excursion and activity programme and we assign one staff member to look after their needs while they are here. The tour and excursion programme is supplemented with additional (or alternative) activities especially suitable for a more mature learner.

2 weeks: Accommodation option: (host family, single room, part-board)

Z520 Z190 per week

English and Music Courses are based on our standard courses with 12 music lessons.

Take advantage of Ireland’s rich musical heritage. We offer almost any musical instrument (including song writing and vocals), and almost all styles of music.

This is not like a music lesson you have experienced at home — our teachers are all professional, working musicians, not just music teachers. Many are published and have played with some big names.

Music pack (12 lessons): (in addition to normal course fees)

Z900

Other Courses

Other courses that might interest you. You will find details in other brochures or just go to our web site and search for the course code.

Junior Courses (JJAF/JJAC)

What our customers say!

Junior Courses for ages 8 to 15 (summer camp) with accommodation in a host family (code JJAF) or in a residence (code JJAC).

“It was in the mid seventies. The school was small and familiar, teachers and students mixed together and we had great fun. I am glad it has improved so much, but as the song goes “I remember Dublin School in the rare old times.”

Great memories.” Aurora from Spain

Work Experience (INTN) Work experience/internship programmes.

Study & Work Programmes Study and Work programmes (codes AC15, AC24, AC24X and AP6V)

Au Pair (AP6) Au Pair courses eDSE eDSE on-line learning (codes ED/6, ED/12, ED/G/1 and ED/W)

Groups and Family Groups We do groups. We do groups well! Every year over 50 groups of all ages choose DSE. Consider us for your group travel needs and see the difference. We provide a complete service for groups from the time you land in Dublin until the time you board your plane.

If you are a family group, we are happy to tailor a package for all members of the family. We will even give you complimentary airport transfers.

per week

City centre hostel (dormitory room, breakfast): Z165 University residence (single room): from Z220 Hotels (single room, breakfast): from Z800 Guest houses (single room, breakfast): from Z390 Apartments and town houses: from Z750 (self-catering, 2 to 5 persons)

Airport transfers and meeting services?

These are arranged on request.

“It’s not only our students that your lovely staff have turned into Irish fans, we teachers can’t wait to visit again next year.” Elizabeth from Austria

Want to book? Have a question?

Easy! Visit our web site or your local booking agent.

We pride ourselves on making sure we meet your needs (not ours!) so if you are unsure of something get in touch.

See you in Dublin!

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“I had the most unforgettable memories from my trip to Ireland and I have fallen in love with this beautiful country.

My mind has been blown away by the amazing views of green landscapes, fresh air and the power of the waves and wind at the Cliffs of Moher. I felt as if I was standing at the end of world. I had the most amazing time in Dublin School of English and I hope to return there again…”

Dmitry from Russia

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