A Cambridge English: B2 First (First Certificate in English) proves you have the language skills to live and work independently in an English-speaking country or study on courses taught in English. The B2 First (FCE) is accepted by thousands of businesses and educational institutions worldwide.
We combine exam preparation with our General English classes in the morning to ensure you receive development in your language skills also (reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation). We will give you advice on whether your current level is appropriate for the exam you wish to take. The afternoon exam preparation classes will focus on exam technique and awareness with use of past papers and exam specific course books.
Our exam classes are aimed at familiarising you with the exam you have registered for, developing strategies on how to approach specific tasks and developing study skills and how to best prepare for the exam in your own time.
Cambridge and IELTS exams are available offsite. We strongly advise that you register for your exam 8 weeks in advance and are happy to help students book an exam.
Tuition
25 lessons per week
Timetable
Monday – Friday; 09.00 – 13.00
with a 20 minute break at 11.00.
+ Tuesday and Thursday; 14.00 – 16.30
Total teaching hours 23.33 per week
Duration
Minimum 1 week
Age
16+
Levels
B2
Maximum Students Per Class
General English class: 12 (average 8)
Exam prep class: 8
Start Date
Available year-round
Public Holidays 2025/26
Christmas closure 2025: School closes at 13.00 on 19 December 2025 and will reopen on 5 January 2026.
March 17
May 25
April 3
July 13
April 6
August 31
May 4
Christmas closure 2026: School closes at 13.00 on 18 December 2026. School reopens on 04 January 2027.
Please note: Classes missed due to public holidays are non-recoupable.
If you are new to the B2 level the 12 week course will give you time to develop your language skills, build your knowledge and really familiarise yourself with the structure and content of the exam.
Course Dates
Course Fee
Available year-round
2025: £3,600
+ £50 registration fee
2026: £3720
+ £50 registration fee
If you have been at B2 level for some time, the 8 week course will allow you to fill any gaps in knowledge and give you time to familiarise yourself with the structure of the exam and practise techniques required for success.
Course Dates
Course Fee
Available year-round
2025: £2400
+ £50 registration fee
2026: £2480
+ £50 registration fee
If you are sure that your level is definitely B2 and you have a general idea of what the exam involves, the 4-week course will allow you to refresh your general English skills and review exam technique and structure in order to be thoroughly prepared.
Course Dates
Course Fee
Available year-round
2025: £1240
+ £50 registration fee
2026: £1280 + £50 registration fee
International House Belfast have decades of experience of teaching English. All of our English teachers are experienced, professional, and friendly.
We also have a team of non-teaching staff on hand to help you while you study English in Belfast. For example, we run a a range of social events to help you make friends and have unforgettable experiences.
Any time you move to a new city, it’s important to think about certain practical issues. One of the biggest is where you’ll live. International House provides a number of accommodation options for international students.
If you’re ready to improve your English and have fun along the way, book an English course in Belfast.
