English for Speakers of Other Languages (BTEI)

Course details

This is a BTEI course. The course has been designed to suit the needs of those wishing to improve their English language skills in order to gain employment or progress into further education and third level here in Ireland. It aims for students to become independent users of the language. By the end of this course students will have reached an Intermediate level and be able to express themselves on a range of topics, both in writing and verbally.

The majority of the course is given over to study of English, whilst modules such as Teamworking and Historical Studies promote learning about Irish culture and history, and the application of English to group projects.

Course Content

English as a Second Language, Communications, Teamworking, Historical Studies

CERTIFICATION

FETAC Level 4 PART AWARD

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

All BTEI applicants for this course must be ready for an intermediate level. There will be a written assessment test to identify the applicant’s written level of English and spoken English will be assessed at the individual’s interview. All students who present for this course will be given individual guidance by qualified tutors who are in a position to make recommendations as to what courses may suit their learning needs.