Tuition
20 lessons per week
Timetable
Monday to Friday: 09.00 – 13.00
With a 20-minute break at 11:00
Total teaching hours: 18.33
Duration
Minimum 1 week
Age
16+
Levels
from A2 elementary to C2 proficiency
Maximum Students Per Class
12
Start Dates
Any Monday except holidays
The General English course operates on continuous enrolment which allows for students to join our classes on any Monday and study for as many weeks as they like so there is a course and a price to suit everyone. All students are assessed prior to starting their course and are placed according to their language ability.
We use the Common European Framework as a basis for our levels combined with levels outlined by IH World. For example, A2 is divided into two levels, level 2/Elementary and level 3/Pre Intermediate.
Once placed, our aim is to develop your language ability in order to advance to the next level. (e.g. a strong B1 student may move to B2 level depending on their individual progress and ability).
Course duration
Price / week
1-4 weeks
2025: £235
2026: £245
5-12 weeks
2025: £225
2026: £235
13-24 weeks
2025: £215
2026: £225
25 or more weeks
2025: £205
2026: £215
Registration fee (single)
£50
Public Holidays 2025-26
Christmas 2025: School closes at 13.00 on December 19 2025 and will reopen January 5 2026.
March 17
May 25
April 3
July 13
April 6
August 31
May 4
Christmas 2026: School closes at 13.00 on 18 December 2026 and will reopen 4 January 2027.
Please note: Classes missed due to holidays are non-recoupable.
Of course, many people have more specific language learning goals for which we offer a number of specific courses. For example, we have IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation; bespoke one-to-one English courses for learners with specific goals and an English with volunteering programme for those who wish to enhance their skills for the workplace.Â
If you are unsure which English course is right for you, don’t hesitate to get in touch by phone or email.
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.
