IELTS preparation

IELTS is the English-language certification most commonly required for international visas, academic programmes, migration and employment. We offer bespoke and as-needed individual programmes, and on-demand and open-group 20-hour programmes.

March 2023

Click on the event title(s) below for more information. Leave your questions or comments below, or contact us for registration information. The events below are open group sessions from our Seminars, Advanced Use of English and Professional Conversation programmes; contact us to ask about scheduling open on-demand or closed private programmes. 

February 2023

Click on the event title(s) below for more information. Leave your questions or comments below, or contact us for registration information. The events below are open group sessions from our Seminars, Advanced Use of English and Professional Conversation programmes; contact us to ask about scheduling open on-demand or closed private programmes. 

Private teacher or institute programmes?

When studying at an Advanced level, students must often decide between a private teacher and lessons or institute lessons. What factors may be important?

Advanced Use of English Vocabulary : F-bombs

 

The F-bomb is old, it has been used for centuries, and was not always taboo. Known as "the most versatile word in the English language" and as the "great Australian adjective", the eff-word seems de rigeur in today's movies, television programmes and online media. This session considers how, when and why one of the most popular vocabulary items for learners is used, and its multiplicity of functions and of meanings, from both social and academic perspectives. 

Cambridge English C1 Advanced (was CAE) and C2 Proficiency (was CPE) first half 2023

As you look ahead, you should keep these two things in mind.

The minimum level to graduate as an English teacher in Chile is an EFL-C1, meaning that those above the minimum, and those in "above average" or "bilingual" schools, will probably want an EFL-C2. How do you show you have this level? With a certificate.

Secondly, few school Directors, Academic Directors (UTP) or Human Resources managers know what EFL C1 or C2 really mean or if they do, have time to evaluate. So how they do they know a colleague's or candidate's level? They ask for a certificate.

Cambridge English C2 Proficency (CPE) : examination preparation Semester One 2023

Open group programme, preparation for the Cambridge English C2 Proficiency (formerly known as "CPE") Examination. We cover knowing and understanding the examination and its components, Practice of & Feedback on each component, and success and preparation strategies. Whether you are registering for the examination, or are considering it and want to know how to succeed, this programme provides what you need to know.

C1 General English : open group Semester One 2023

This 30-hour open group programme is comprised of thirty one-hour sessions, online via Meet, and is aimed at those with a C1 level who want to spritz or refresh their English, or perhaps to identify weaknesses and gaps, and at those who are considering Cambridge English C1 Advanced (was CAE) examination preparation in Semester Two, in an open group setting.

Cambridge English C1 Advanced (CAE) : examination preparation Semester One 2023

  

Last days to register

Open group programme, preparation for the Cambridge English C1 Advanced (formerly known as "CAE") Examination. We cover knowing and understanding the examination and its components, Practice of & Feedback on each component, and success and preparation strategies. Whether you are registering for the examination, or are considering it and want to know how to succeed, this programme provides what you need to know.

Cambridge English C1 Advanced (CAE) : comprehensive review

A comprehensive review of the Cambridge English C1 Advanced (formerly known as "CAE") examination. We review the examination and its components in detail, with Practice of & Feedback on each so that you can identify your strengths and weaknesses, know preparation and success strategies and focus on what you need to do. Whether you are registering for the examination, or are considering it and want to know how to do well, this programme provides what you should know.