Malvern House Dublin, Irlanda

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Learn, enjoy & experience IRELAND with Malvern House Dublin

At Malvern House Dublin we are delighted to provide you with leading English language training and other exciting courses in the centre of Dublin.

Our academic, social & accommodation supports are mixed with technology, innovation and a high quality service to complete a unique experience for our entire student body. Our mission is to ensure that you enjoy every step of your learning and cultural journey with us.

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General English Business English Exam Preparation Courses Combination Courses Young Professional Courses Summer Courses - The Language Explorer Courses for Groups Modules

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Central Dublin DUBLIN With a population of just over 1 million, Dublin has a cosmopolitan and modern feel and has repeatedly been voted Europe’s friendliest city by Tripadvisor.

Malvern House Dublin is located in the centre of Dublin City on Dame Street. We are across from Central Bank and beside Trinity College and Grafton Street, the main shopping area. Ideally located for easy access to public transport systems, you will be able to see Dublin and its lively and vibrant streets which exude culture and history.

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Derry

Donegal

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Kildare

Wicklow Wicklow

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Kilkenny Wexford

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Seminars

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Onsite Residence

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At Malvern House Dublin we aim to maximise your learning experience whilst you are in Ireland. We will ensure that you have the support you need both inside and outside of the classroom to assist you in achieving your learning and professional goals. At Malvern House Dublin you will gain a unique, innovative, enjoyable and rewarding experience that you will want to come back to time and time again.

Inside the classroom Our experienced and qualified teachers provide a dynamic, innovative programme enhanced by the latest in digital learning technology. All our teachers possess the relevant qualification to teach English as a foreign language, and experience at teaching a range of levels and course types. We train all our teachers in interactive whiteboard technology so they can best take advantage of the tools at their disposal.

All classrooms are fully equipped with interactive whiteboards giving instant access to up-to-the-minute internet materials to enrich your lessons. Our communicative and student-centred approach means that you learn quickly and effectively. Continuous professional development ensures our teachers provide quality lessons to give you an inspiring learning experience.

Outside the classroom

Learning English in Dublin gives you a unique experience whereby you will be completely surrounded by native English speakers. This is hugely beneficial and brings a life enriching experience that will help you in both your personal and professional life.

Social Programme - Helps you practise the English language skills

that you have learnt in the classroom in the shops, galleries and on the streets of Dublin. It will help you build your confidence, meet friends and speak to native speakers in their environment.

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Free Weekly Seminars - It is our aim to ensure our long term students adapt to life in Ireland and that our short term students experience a cultural and individual country.Therefore, we bring the best talent from around Ireland to our centre to speak to our students and give them demonstrations on different topics.

Each of our students has an individual learning journey whether it be for general, professional or academic purposes. Our role is to work with each of our students to help set individual learning goals. This begins with pre course learning advice and a setting of realistic and achievable learning targets. Our students receive the Malvern House Progress Diary full of useful information and advice and it is used throughout the stay in Malvern House Dublin. Teachers will use it with you to set goals in an individual learning plan, throughout the course during regular face to face tutorials and in an exit interview. There are weekly and monthly progress tests (in class and online) to consolidate learning and you have online access to progress reports.

Benefits to you: Receive guidance from your teacher to ensure a focused course which meets your learning needs, before, during and after your course / Develop strengths and work on areas that need improvement / See progress at a glance in your Progress Diary.

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You will progress to a

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Our teachers are qualified, motivated and very enthusiastic about their work. They are all native level English speakers and are qualified with both a level 7 degree and specialist EFL teacher training certificate.

At Malvern House, we constantly develop our teachers’ skills by encouraging professional development and providing training and workshops.

We use the latest teaching methods and the best technology available. We know that high-quality teaching produces high-quality results.

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You can understand almost everything you hear or read. You can interact very fluently and precisely, even on very complex topics.

PROFICIENCY C2

You can express yourself fluently and spontaneously. You can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes.

ADVANCED C1 UPPER INTERMEDIATE B2

You can understand the main ideas of complex written and spoken texts. You can interact with reasonable fluency and accuracy on a fairly wide variety of topics.

YOU CAN

You can understand and respond to the main points in a variety of everyday situations and also more abstract topics, but have a limited range of style and expression.

You can converse in a fairly limited way on your background, the immediate environment and on matters of direct need. You can express basic opinions and wishes.

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YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL

EXPECTED NUMBER OF WEEKS NECESSARY TO CHANGE LEVELS STUDYING INTENSIVE ENGLISH

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INTERMEDIATE B1+ PRE INTERMEDIATE B1

You can interact in a simple way on concrete everyday subjects, such as family information, shopping etc. You can communicate in routine tasks on familiar subjects.

ELEMENTARY A2

You can understand very basic, everyday phrases and may respond with short, simple answers. You can exchange basic personal information, if the other person speaks slowly and clearly.

BEGINNER A1

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1 0 - 1 2 weeks

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This is how you learn

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Innovative Teaching Methods

• Modern communicative methods of teaching English • Teachers trained in interactive whiteboard technology • Student access to online learning platform • Engaging, learner focused interesting lessons • Group participation with a focus on communication • Listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary • Topical lessons bring Dublin into the classroom and take the students into the outside world

The Academic Team

The Academic Team is responsible for maintaining high standards in our programmes and in the quality of our lessons. They also give academic guidance and advice to students, and support our teachers in their professional development through observation, workshops and other means. This will ensure that the latest, most effective teaching methodology is used in the classroom. And you learn faster.

Enthusiastic Teachers

Our qualified, experienced teachers are creative, dynamic native English speakers. Many Malvern House teachers have taught overseas and bring a wealth of international experience to the classroom. Each teacher has been chosen according to their experience and enthusiasm. Every lesson is effective, fun and involving.

Progress

• Regular meetings with your teacher • Progress is recorded in your Progress Diary and on your digital student file • Teacher guidance to improve your level fast • Leaving Certificate showing your final level

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Student

journey

At Malvern House Dublin and the Language Explorer summer courses, each of our students has a unique journey that maximises their learning stay in Ireland. There are 4 types of students at Malvern House and each of these has an individual experience with us.

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WEEKLY & MONTHLY PROGRESS TEST SOCIAL PROGRAMME WEEKLY SEMINARS

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INDUCTION & ACADEMIC CONSULTATION

DUBLIN ORIENTATION TOUR

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INDUCTION ONLINE WRITTEN AND ORAL TEST

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PRE-ARRIVAL ZONE PRE-ARRIVAL

Upon booking a course, we consider you a Malvern House student. Once registered, students receive access to the online test and access to the Malvern House Academy, which gives all of our students a chance to meet each other online prior to starting their course. The Malvern House Academy is also a core part of the student journey and progress throughout their stay.

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STUDY ZONE LESSONS

Our qualified teaching staff deliver high quality lessons. All of our classrooms have interactive whiteboard technology and there is Wi-Fi throughout the school. Our classes are hosts to an eclectic mix of nationalities from around the world and students can stay in contact with their class materials immediately after class through the Malvern House Academy.

SUCCESS ZONE EXCURSIONS & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Malvern House offers a rich weekly social programme for all students. The excursions, tours and activities are designed to allow students to better immerse themselves in Irish culture and language as well as socialize with students of other nationalities.

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SUCCESS ZONE

When a student’s programme has finished we make sure the goals that we have set for them during the first week have been reached. Students will also continue to have access to the Malvern House Academy for a period.

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General

English courses basic ENGLISH Our Basic English programme develops all four skills of the English language including: reading, writing, listening and speaking. The focus is on improving your ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

You want to improve your English for general purposes; you need basic English to communicate when travelling; you want plenty of time to explore Dublin during your stay.

• Extend your vocabulary • Increase your fluency • Become more accurate • Communicate in English more easily • Understand more of the world around you

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key facts • 20 Lessons per week • Levels: Beginner to Proficiency • Maximum 15 students per class • Start any Monday • Minimum age 16

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standard ENGLISH Our Standard English programme develops all-round improvement in the four skills of the English language including: reading, writing, listening and speaking. PLUS receive 5 special lessons per week in a focused skill area of your choice: Conversation, Writing or Pronunciation

Who is it for?

You want to cover all basic English skills; you need to focus on improving a particular aspect of your English such as conversation, writing, etc; you want a focused, intensive course to help you improve more quickly; you want to get the maximum from your time in Ireland to practice with the support and guidance of your teachers.

Benefits to you • Extend your vocabulary • Increase your fluency • Become more accurate, focus on improving particular skills • Communicate in English more easily • Understand more of the world around you • Make faster progress in a short time • Choose from flexible options to adapt the course to your own requirements

key facts • 25 Lessons per week • Levels: Elementary to Proficiency • Maximum 15 students • Start any Monday • Minimum age 16

intensive ENGLISH This programme develops all-round improvement in the four skills of the English language including: reading, writing, listening and speaking. PLUS receive 5 special lessons per week in a focused skill area of your choice: Conversation, Writing or Pronunciation. PLUS receive 8 afternoon lessons in General English per week.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

You want to cover all English skills; You need to focus on improving a particular aspect of your English such as conversation, writing, etc; You want a focused, intensive course to help you improve more quickly; You want to get the maximum from your time in Ireland to practise with the support and guidance of your teachers.

• Extend your vocabulary • Increase your fluency • Become more accurate, focus on improving particular skills • Communicate in English more easily • Understand more of the world around you • Make faster progress in a short time • Choose from flexible options to adapt the course to your own requirements

key facts •33 Lessons per week • Levels: Elementary to Proficiency • Maximum 15 students per class • Start any Monday • Minimum age 16

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Business

English courses

English is the language of international business. These programmes will equip you to participate fully in the global arena. Using our innovative, project-based course you will develop and practise your business English skills with hands-on experience in realistic simulations. You will be fully engaged in your lessons and will learn through participating in tasks.

business ENGLISH This Course develops all-round improvement in the four skills of the English language and helps you focus on building your English skills for use in the workplace. PLUS receive 5 special lessons per week in a focused skill area of your choice: Conversation, Writing or Pronunciation. PLUS receive 8 afternoon lessons in Business English per week.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

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You are working in the field of business or have completed studies in business; You need to use English with colleagues and/or clients in the global business world; You would like to maximise your potential, gain confidence and communicate with ease; You want to practise presentations, negotiating, meetings...; You want a course leading to a certificate that will enhance your CV and improve your career prospects.

• Extend your vocabulary and improve your English fluency and accuracy • Learn real workplace skills through simulations • Express yourself clearly and confidently and enhance your communication skills • Use your knowledge and certificate to get ahead in the business world • Become more confident in doing business with people from all backgrounds.

• 33 Lessons per week • Minimum Level: Intermediate • Maximum 15 students per class • Start any Monday • Minimum age 22

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Study 8 weeks plus to gain special Business English certificate

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super-intensive business

ENGLISH

Suitable for those who do not have a lot of time to spend in Ireland and wish to build their business skills in a general class environment and then also focus during 6 one-to-one classes. PLUS receive 5 special lessons per week in a focused skill area of your choice: Conversation, Writing or Pronunciation. PLUS receive 8 afternoon lessons in Business English per week.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

You need business English for current or future job and may have specific learning aims; You want to make rapid progress and have individual attention from the teacher; You would like to enhance your communication skills so you can function effectively and confidently in the global workplace; You want to get ahead in the international workplace and be eligible for the job of your choice

• Extend your vocabulary and improve your English fluency and accuracy • Learn real workplace skills through simulations • Maximise your learning in a short space of time • Achieve your specific goals • Use your knowledge and certificate to get ahead in the business world

key facts • 39 Lessons per week • Minimum Level: Intermediate • Maximum 15 students • One-to-one classes • Start any Monday • Minimum age 22 Study 4 weeks plus to gain special Business English certificate

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ONE-TO-ONE This highly intensive course provides a tailor made experience in any aspect of specialist English training. Areas include: Busines; Medicine; Engineering; Oil & Gas; Aeronautical and other areas. Provides maximum attention and contact with our highly skilled and experienced teachers, who will give you their undivided attention to help you progress in the shortest time.

Who is it for?

You need to use English in your workplace and will have contact with international colleagues or clients; You have a high focused career or are a senior manager; You have specific goals and you and your teacher will work closely to determine your needs,improving and enhancing your strengths; You want to enhance your job performance with a matching English level.

Benefits to you • Extend your vocabulary and improve your English fluency and accuracy • Learn real workplace skills through simulations • Maximise your learning in a short space of time • Achieve your specific goals • Use your knowledge and certificate to get ahead in the business world

key facts • Flexible course length from 20 to 40 one-to-one lessons per week • Minimum level: Elementary • Start any Monday • Minimum age: 22

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Exam

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Exam courses are a straight supplement to the Intensive General English course aimed to help exam students develop their language skills and techniques for specific, internationally recognised examinations throughout the world.

CAMBRIDGE exam preparation

Our Cambridge examination preparation courses lead to internationally-recognised qualifications which are esteemed worldwide by educational institutions and employers.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

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You want a globally-accepted qualification that is valid life-long to prove your level of English for work, studies, UK and other visas; you would like to develop solid skills in English and improve your accuracy as well as your fluency; you would like to use your English for practical written and spoken communication, you wish to get the best possible grade in the exam of your choice, with guidance in exam techniques, you want the option to add an extra component to your basic course to maximise your time in Ireland.

• Get an internationally-recognised qualification for further studies, work or visa needs • Develop your practical English skills, widen your options of university courses and employment prospects • Improve your level of English all round and become a more confident and competent user

• 33 Lessons per week • Minimum Level:

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Upper Intermediate - FCE Advanced - CAE • Maximum 15 students per class • Start during the exam class term (check with us for dates)

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Some of exam preparation courses are standard qualifications for university entrance and some professional bodies. We will guide you through the exam process, including choosing a suitable exam. It also gives proof of your English abilities for employers and for visa purposes.

IELTS This examination course prepares you for an international qualification in academic English, with very wide recognition throughout the world. It is a standard qualification for university entrance and some professional bodies. It also gives proof of your English abilities for employers and visa purposes.

Who is it for?

You want to gain entry to an English-medium university or college or are considering this; you want to improve your job prospects and may want a visa for entry to Englishspeaking countries; you would like to improve your core English skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking and also your academic study skills; you want to develop your exam technique, with useful tips and guidance from your teacher.

Benefits to you • Get an internationally-recognised qualification for further studies, work or visa needs • Develop your academic study and core English skills • Widen your options of university courses and employment prospects • Improve your level of English all round and become a more confident and competent user

key facts • 20/25 Lessons per week • Minimum Level:

Pre Intermediate • Maximum 15 students plus one-to-one classes • Start any Monday

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Combination

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Our combination courses have been designed for those who wish to combine some fun activities with their English language courses.

ENGLISH & music

Our Basic English programme develops all four skills of the English language including: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

The focus is on improving your ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

This course combines the opportunity to study one-toone music lessons in your chosen instrument and also choose the style of music that you would like to focus on.

It is designed for levels from beginner to proficient.

Who is it for?

You want to improve your English for general purposes; you want to learn a new musical style or take masterclasses in an existing style; you want plenty of time to explore Dublin during your stay. Choose from violin, guitar, saxophone or many other instruments with some of the top professionals in Ireland.

Participants must bring their own instrument if they are portable. Some instruments may be hired for an additional fee

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Benefits to you • Extend your English vocabulary • Become more accurate and increase your fluency • Learn music through English • Get the benefit of excellent music tutors

key facts • 25 English Lessons per week • 4 one-to-one music lessons

per week (minimum booking period 2 weeks) • Minimum Level: Elementary • Maximum 15 students plus one-to-one classes • Start any Monday

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ENGLISH & sport This course combines the opportunity to learn English and combine this with lessons in sport (group or individual tuition depending on availability). You have the chance to explore and experience this active and generally outdoor course.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

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People who are active and interested in pursuing sporting activities and an English language course; you like outdoor activities and Ireland’s nature and beauty; you want to focus on one of the following: soccer, horse riding, sailing, golf, tennis, kite surfing and other sports (please ask for more sports)

•Use your English in a unique environment •Explore nature and be active in Ireland •Improve your sporting skills

• 25 English Lessons per week • 4 Sport lessons per week

Participants must bring their own equipment if portable. Some equipment may be hired for an additional fee.

(minimum booking period 2 weeks) • Minimum Level: Elementary • Maximum 15 students plus oneto-one classes • Start any Monday

ENGLISH & dance This course combines the opportunity to study one-to-one or group dance lessons (depending on availability). You can also choose the style of dance that you would like to focus on.

Who is it for?

You want to study and spend time in an English speaking country; you’d like special attention to improve your dance skills; you’re interested in Irish dance, ballet, jazz, hip hop or other dance styles.

Benefits to you • Become more accurate and increase your fluency • Use your language in an English speaking environment • Learn dance through English • Broaden your dance styles

key facts • 25 English Lessons per week • 4 one-to-one dance lessons per

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Young Professional courses

These programmes are designed for you to gain a professional experience in Ireland.

Suitable for EU & non EU participants.

study & TRAVEL Suitable for NON EU participants This course combines the opportunity for you to study in Ireland whilst giving you the ability to visit Ireland and Europe and the ability to work part-time (20 hours) during course time and full time (40 hours) when you are not in class (27 weeks of the year). Assistance with CV preparation, job search and interview techniques.

Who is it for?

You want to study and spend time in an English speaking country; you would like to explore Europe; you are interested in being able to support yourself by working in Ireland; you are independent and are interested in exploring new cultures; you are preparing for University and may want to pass IELTS or another suitable exam.

Benefits to you • Become more accurate and increase your fluency in English • Use your language in English speaking, work and social environments • Have the ability to earn money whilst you study

key facts • 20 English Lessons per week for 25 weeks • Minimum Level: Intermediate* • Maximum 15 students • Minimum age: 18 • Start any Monday *Lower levels available on request

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Suitable for EU participants

Who is it for?

You want to study and spend time and earn money in an English speaking country; you are independent and are interested in exploring new cultures; you are preparing for University and may want to pass IELTS or another suitable exam; you need to make a big improvement in your English skills for your professional or academic life.

Internship Who is it for?

You are in university, just finished university or would like a professional experience in an English speaking country; You are independent and are interested in exploring new countries; you need to build your English language skills for your future career or academic life.

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This course combines the opportunity for you to study in Ireland for a longer period whilst giving you the ability to earn money working full time whilst you are in Ireland.

Benefits to you

•Become more accurate and increase your fluency in English •Use your language in English speaking working and social environments •Have the ability to earn money whilst you study •Make big progress during your stay •Assistance with CV preparation, job search and interview techniques

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key facts • 8 part time English lessons per week for a minimum of 16 weeks • Minimum Level: Upper Intermediate* • Maximum 15 students per class • Minimum age: 18 • Start any Monday *Lower levels available with a pre English course - Course lengths depend on level

This course combines the opportunity for you to take an unpaid internship in Ireland and study during your time here.

Benefits to you • Increase your fluency and accuracy • Interact daily in an English speaking professional environment • Gain working experience within your area of study • Make big progress during your stay

key facts • 8 part time English lessons per week for a minimum of 16 weeks Internship placement • Minimum Level: Upper Intermediate* • Variety of placements available • Maximum 15 students per class • Minimum age: 18 • Start any Monday *Lower levels available with a pre English course Course lengths depend on level

Au Pair Who is it for?

You want to study and spend time in an English speaking country; you would like to explore Ireland; you are interested in spending time in a native English speaking family; you are independent and are interested in exploring new cultures.

Suitable for EU participants

This course combines the opportunity for you to study in Ireland working as an Au Pair in a real native English speaking family.

Benefits to you • Become more accurate and increase your fluency in English • Use your language in English speaking working and social environments

key facts • 8 English Lessons per week for a minimum of 12 weeks • Au Pair placement in family • Minimum Level: Intermediate* • Maximum 15 students per class • Minimum / Maximum age: 18 / 26 • Start any Monday *Lower levels available on request

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SUMMER COURSES

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Our unique programme mixes English language learning with afternoon activities including sporting activities, drama workshops, music workshops, visits to technology companies, getting involved in renewal energy, parties and other areas.

Uniquely we also aim to mix our afternoon activities with Irish children creating a unique language learning environment.

JUNIOR

innovation programmme Assists students from international countries and Ireland to build skills in areas that they wouldn’t focus on during their normal school year. International students have the opportunity to learn English during the mornings and to explore other focus areas such as energy, technology, animation & gaming, sustainability; and to combine these with movie making and internet use; plus the influence of social networks and gadgets in everyday life. In the afternoons and evenings, dance, music, drama and sports are offered; with the added value of afternoon activities being integrated with native English speaking children.

Who is it for?

You are between 11 and 15 and would like to study English and learn in an English speaking environment with Irish native English speaking children; you are interested in areas such as sports, drama, music, technology, sustainability, and other new areas; you are interested in speaking English with other nationalities and Irish people and would like to have fun in a summer camp.

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Benefits to you

key facts

• Learn with other children your age • Increase your fluency and accuracy in English • Learn new skills • Meet lifelong friends • Understand more of the world around you • Safe, secure and monitored environment

• 20 Lessons per week • Age: 11-15 • Levels: Beginner to Advanced • Maximum 15 students per class • Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) • Host family or residential option • All Activities, tours, arrival &

departure transfers are included • Arrival / Departure Day: Sunday

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YOUNG

executive programmme Assists students to build skills in areas that they wouldn’t focus on during their normal school year. Reflects the interests of young people today and encourages them to think about future life, careers and goals. Learn English during mornings, explore other focus areas (business, energy & environment, technology, inventions) and combine these with university and career topics. Afternoons and evenings: dance, music, drama and sports.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

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You are between 16 and 18 and would like to study English in an English speaking environment with Irish young adults ; you are interested in areas such as sport, internet, business, sustainable energy and the environment, technology, inventions and combine these with university and career topics; you are interested in speaking English with other nationalities and would like to have fun in a summer camp.

•Learn new topics with other children your age •Increase your fluency and accuracy in English •Learn new skills that may influence your career or university choice •Meet lifelong friends •Understand more of the world around you • Safe, secure and monitored environment

• 20 Lessons per week • Age: 16-18 • Levels: Beginner to Advanced • Maximum 15 students per class • Full board (breakfast, lunch &

dinner) • Host family or residential option • Arrival / Departure Day: Sunday • All Activities, tours, arrival & departure transfers are included

ONE ADULT ONE CHILD programme

Our one adult – one child family course gives participants a chance to learn in the same campus as their children.

Who is it for?

You are a mother / father and child, or dual parent family and would like to study English and learn in an English speaking environment with Irish native speaking children; your children are interested in subjects and areas that you can find in our Junior Innovation or Young Executive Programme; you are interested in speaking English with other nationalities and Irish people and would like to have fun in a summer camp; you would like to spend time with your family in a fun and educational summer camp.

Benefits to you • Both adult and child learn new topics • Increase your fluency and accuracy in English • Meet lifelong friends • Enjoy the summer with your child in Dublin • Safe, secure and monitored environment

key facts • 20 Lessons per week • Age: 10+ • Levels: Beginner to Advanced • Maximum 15 students per class • Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) • Host family, residential, hotel or

Apartment option • Arrival / Departure Day: Sunday • All Activities, tours, arrival & departure transfers are included

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Courses

for Groups

The Malvern House Group Service division delivers an unforgettable educational experience for groups of students travelling to Ireland. Our quality packages are tailor-made according to the needs of your group.

Our Basic English programme develops all four skills of the English language including: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

The focus is on improving your ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Who is it for?

•This service is for any organised group with a minimum number of 10 students •High school groups supervised by teachers •University groups •Groups of overseas teachers •Specialised Groups Sample Programme

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What is included?

MAIN COURSE

Flexible for open groups Tailor-made closed groups

MATERIALS ONLINE ACADEMY INTERNET FACILITIES CERTIFICATE

You also can book: ACCOMMODATION MEAL AIRPORT TRANSFER EXCURSIONS DAILY ACTIVITIES

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Modules

A flexible style of learning which allows you to modify your course after you have arrived. With the help of the teacher in identifying your needs to achieve your learning goals, we give you the opportunity to increase your studies as and when you want, with a variety of options to supplement your core course. These modules can be booked at any time during your course and for as long as you wish.

Writing Improve your writing for daily life and also for pleasure. Learn how to write formal and informal letters, emails and texts, stories and poems etc.

The course will provide you with a model text and give you practice in the process of writing and awareness of the type of language used.

Conversation

Learn everything from how to get a job to what to do in work situations eg. using the telephone, emails, meetings, small talk etc. Feel at ease speaking English with your colleagues whatever kind of job you do.

Speak more clearly and be easily understood.

This module will help your listening too and make you a more effective and confident communicator.

You will learn the individual sounds of English and the other features of pronunciation, such as intonation and sentence stress.

Improve your conversational English by practising speaking, listening, pronunciation and vocabulary. You will become more fluent and confident when speaking English.

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Pronunciation

Prepare for the IELTS exam by developing your language skills. It also gives useful practice for those students wishing to take further education courses in the Ireland.

Media Explore the fascinating area of the media in its many forms – TV, newspapers, magazines, radio etc and develop your language skills at the same time. This module highlights commonly used language which you can practise in a media context eg. doing interviews, writing articles and much more.

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Social

Programme Our regular social activities are a great chance to make new friends and find out more about Dublin with activities for everyone.

•Enjoy Ireland’s Culture and Nature •Museums and Gallery visits •Dublin Viking and nature walks •Malvern House film nights •Parties •Cultural festivals •Theatre shows and concerts •Weekend trips (Galway, Cork, Kilkenny, Belfast) •Overseas trips (London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam) Book tickets to visit some of the top attractions with our student services. We will provide you with the best discounted offers so that you can go to some of the best concerts, theatres and attractions and also visit world heritage sites such as Newgrange.

C Dublin, our social programme, is an innovative and creative way of visiting Dublin’s social and cultural side. Each week we have a fun, creative and interactive way of seeing the city. Students participate and get involved in our activities, which include excursions, weekend trips, tours of art galleries and museums, theatre visits, parties, Irish dancing lessons, kite surfing and many other activities in the city and throughout Ireland. Some activities are free of charge and others are provided at reduced student rates.

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Cliffs of Moher

Dublin bike

Glendalough Kitesurfing in Dollymount

Powerscourt Waterfall

Galway

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Accommodation When you come to Dublin it is very important that you choose the right accommodation for you. At Malvern House we have an onsite student residence, student apartments/flats and homestay accommodation.

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Student Residence

Our Onsite Student Residence is central to student life in Malvern House. Our residence on Dame Street gives students the opportunity to really explore Dublin. download PDF

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Key Facts

• Next door to the school • Single / Twin(shared) or Triple (when booked together) rooms • Breakfast is included • Wifi included • Bed linen provided (towels included) • Start dates Sunday to Sunday (additional nights subject to availability outside of summer) • No minimum booking period

Who is it for?

• You don’t want to commute to school • You prefer a city centre environment • You enjoy exploring the evening culinary and social sites of Dublin

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Homestay

Accommodation Our Homestay Accommodation is the most traditional accommodation in Dublin. This gives students the ability to interact with homestays throughout Dublin.

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Key Facts

• Native English speaking families in the Dublin area (average 40 min commute) • Executive / Single or sharing available • Breakfast & Dinner is included • Start dates Sunday to Sunday (additional nights subject to availability outside of summer) • No minimum booking period

Who is it for?

• You want to interact with an Irish host family • You want to have your meals prepared • You want the family surrounding during your time in Ireland

Student Home Accommodation Our Student Home Accommodation is located in Dublin city and it is shared with other international students. It gives students the independence and flexibility to explore and enjoy Dublin.

Key Facts

• Located around Dublin within 20 minute commute • Single / Twin(shared) or Triple (when booked together rooms • Self Catering • Wifi & linen included (towels not included) • Start dates any day (subject to availability) • Minimum booking period 4 weeks

Who is it for?

• You want self-catering • Longer stay students in Ireland • You want flexibility and independence

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Life in Dublin Dublin is a truly unique and vibrant city with all its friendly pubs and bars, live music, street buskers famous nightlife scene, museums and galleries. The international atmosphere blends with the Irish culture in a very special way, it is common to say that you cannot leave Ireland without making life-long friendships.

Discounts

As a student and holder of a Student Travel Card you are entitled to many attractive discounts including discounted bus tickets. Cineworld Cinema in the city centre offers you subscription based cards that give you access to unlimited cinema entries!

Jobs

Dublin offers many jobs for students in hospitality, restaurants, cafes, shops and many other areas. if you hold a Work & Study (Stamp 2) Visa or EU/ EEA passport you will be able to apply for a job and work part time/ full time.

Dublin is also home to the headquarters of large corporations like Google, Facebook, Paypal, Ebay and Hewlett Packard. These companies are constantly recruiting multilingual, experienced professionals and are constantly expanding in Ireland. The minimum wage in Dublin is €8.65 per hour.

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€70

entertainment €30

medical €10

transport €15

clothes €10

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Malvern House provides English language programmes for adults in the heart of London within a modern hi-tech environment. Each student journey incorporates a blended learning package of excellent teaching standards in stateof-the-art classrooms and digital learning outside the classroom.

Malvern House London offers a wide-variety of courses to meet the needs of students with academic, professional or general needs.

In addition to the lessons, we give students the added support of our Malvern House Online Academy which allows them to review each class, access a library of study materials and take regular progress tests. We also give all our students free access to the Malvern House Virtual School before they start, to ensure they are fully prepared for their course and British Life, and after they finish, to build on the English skills they have developed in London. In the Virtual School there are live online lessons from native teachers and seminars to learn about life in London, as well as the opportunity to meet fellow students and Malvern House staff.

Cyprus is a beautiful island that enjoys the year-round warmth of the Mediterranean sun. Today Cyprus is a modern country characterised by European culture and ancient enchantment. Discover beautiful beaches and stunning mountain peaks, ancient ruins and old stone villages where sweet wine flows as freely as conversations at the local cafĂŠ.

At Malvern House Cyprus you will experience the same high standards of modern facilities and great nationality mix as in Malvern House London.

Join our schools for an educational holiday. All teachers are native English speakers, fully qualified with relevant teaching experience.

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