English Language Courses

Course details

What will I learn?
AMIDEAST offers a variety of English Language courses for beginner to advanced students. Courses include English for the Workplace for all levels as well as specialized courses such as Book Club, Academic Writing and Poetry Workshop for various levels.

Some Course Examples are:
English for the Workplace
Do you want to learn English and use it at work the next day? Learn pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar through speaking, listening, reading and writing. Become confident in your English!

Basic Conversation
Do you want to improve your English and become more fluent in speaking? Gain confidence in this course where you learn the grammar, vocabulary and skills necessary to communicate!
(Ladies Conversation is also available for a women-only conversation class during the daytime)

Reading Club: 'Princess Selme'
Read and discuss interesting books in a fun group environment! Learn new grammar and vocabulary while improving your fluency in discussions.

Conversation Café
Want to practice English with other students in a casual setting? English Café is the place to develop your Intermediate English skills over coffee or tea. You will discuss a variety of subjects, while expanding your functional vocabulary.
Have fun and become comfortable using English in thoughtful conversation in this class!

Academic Writing
Do you have a good level of English but you need to improve your writing skills? Academic writing will help you with style, vocabulary and grammar.

Phonetic Fundamentals
Are you a beginning English speaker? Learn pronunciation and communication like a Native English speaker!

Poetry Workshop
Poetry Composition will teach you about poetry in English and how to use your imagination writing your own short poems. Use your English to make something beautiful. The class includes a final project poetry book of student writings from the class.

Who is this course for?
AMIDEAST offers public courses for any adult interested in learning or improving their English language skills. Some students need English for their studies or work and others take courses for the fun of learning.
Several times of the year AMIDEAST also offers special English courses for children and teenagers. Those courses range from an after-school teen course to help prepare for university to a summer camp for kids.
AMIDEAST also offers contract courses for companies interested in sending a group of employees to learn English. A discounted price is available for these companies depending on the number of students. Customized courses are also available.

How will I benefit from taking this course?
English is the most widely spoken language and can be used all over the world. Whether you need it for international business, communication with colleagues at work or just for fun, it is a very useful skill. Being fluent in English can make you a desirable candidate for employment, education and training opportunities.

How will I be assessed?
Students will take quizzes and tests to monitor their progress and will receive an overall grade at the end of the course. Companies sponsoring students will receive a weekly progress report as well.

Entry requirements?
Students must take a placement test to accurately place them in a coordinating course level. Placement tests are free at the AMIDEAST office from Sunday to Thursday.

Testimonial of former student:
‘My company sent a group of ten employees to take several levels of English at AMIDEAST. I had not studied English since I finished school so I was nervous to start, but the instructor was so friendly and patient that I learned quickly. Now I use my English skills at work daily with people of many nationalities.’ -Khalid