Intensive English

Make progress quickly 

Make the most of your time in England with International House Bristol

About IH Bristol's Intensive English course

Morning classes focus on language and skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening) including the grammar, vocabulary and cultural knowledge necessary for living in the UK and using English in an international context. The afternoon skills and fluency classes mean you make even better use of the language you are learning. We focus on practical, effective and natural communication and use a mix of published coursebooks, teacher’s own and authentic materials.

You will be in class with other students of a similar level and you will be communicating with them and with your teachers from day one.
The Cultural Question gives you new grammar and vocabulary on a new subject every day, as well as a chance to share stories about your culture and learn about the culture of others.

The English Phrase of the Day helps you to understand the English being spoken around you in the UK and to sound more natural when you speak to other people.

With so many opportunities to improve your English, you should feel you are making progress from the day you arrive. 

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English levels

A2 to C2

Minimum Age

16+

Maximum class size

12

Timetable

30 x 45 minute lessons per week, mornings and afternoons

Lessons per week

30

Price

£296 - £349 per week

Registration

£62 one-time admin fee
£21/week High season supplement fee (16th June - 15th August 2025)

Materials

£43 for courses 1 - 12 weeks
£75 for courses more than 12+
+£25 for exam preparation courses

Included

20 x 45 minute lessons
Study room 4 days/week
Conversation club every Friday
Students' room
Free tea + coffee
Kitchenette

Start dates

Every Monday except for public holidays

Length of course

1 – 50 weeks

Why study Intensive English?

Our Intensive course is for students who are keen to make as much progress as possible in their time with us. 

During your time here, you will learn English inside and outside the classroom. You will learn English from your teachers, of course, but we also want you to learn English after class. That's why we will help you become an independent English learner. 

Being immersed in English for the whole day speeds up the rate at which you are exposed to new language and the number of opportunities for using what you learn. The addition of the afternoon classes provides students with a forum to use the language they have learnt in the morning classes and so to consolidate it.

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Our conversation club

Conversation Club is an excellent way to practise your English. Every Friday afternoon, all IH Bristol students are invited to gather with a teacher to discuss a variety of topics and to put the English they have been learning through the week to use. Students interact with each other, listening and responding to what they say, exactly as they will do in real life.

It is also a fun way to finish the week!

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Course price

Course:
Intensive English
Course Dates:
17 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2025
Duration:
2 weeks at £349.00
Course Fee:
£698.00
Course Administration fee
£62.00
Total: £760.00
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All our English courses

Our English courses are designed to ensure that whatever your reason for learning English, we will help you to make the most progress. Intensive or General, exam or age-specific, we have the right course for you.

Social Programme

Our social activities give you the chance to practise your speaking skills, make friends from around the world and have fun while exploring a new city and a new country
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Cambridge Preparation courses

Cambridge exams are recognised all over the world and here at IH Bristol, we have decades of experience of helping students to achieve the grades they want from B1 (PET) to C2 (Proficiency).

IELTS Preparation courses

Let us help you to achieve the grade you need in IELTS, Academic of General. Whether you want to progress to university or improve your job prospects, IELTS is the perfect way to demonstrate your proficiency in English.