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Free English lessons for those whose first language is not English
Places are available for these courses. Enrolling now!
| Courses 2026 | Dates | No of weeks | Format | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On Campus Intensive May-June |
Tues 19 May - Thursday 25 June Mornings |
5 wks | Mon to Thurs 10:00 - 12:00 | yes |
| Online Intensive June-July |
Tuesday 30 June - Thursday 30 July Afternoons |
5 weeks |
Monday to Thursday 14:30 to 16:30 |
yes |
| On Campus Extensive September-November |
Wedn 16 September - Friday 20 November Mornings |
10 wks | Wedn & Friday 10:00 - 12:00 | yes |
Format
· Lessons delivered by trainee teachers currently doing one of these two courses: CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) or BAWL (BA World Languages), supervised by experienced UCC Language Centre staff.
· 36–40 hours of classes
· Levels: A2 (Pre-intermediate) B1 (Intermediate) and B2 (Upper-intermediate)
· Short online placement test before the course
· Classes scheduled in Irish time (days may vary)
· Letter of Attendance given to students with 80%+ attendance
· Requirements: computer/tablet/phone with camera & microphone, reliable internet, and a quiet study space
How to Apply
· Email r.flynn@ucc.ie for a registration form. Please write “Free English Course” in the subject line. Apply anytime.
· If full, you’ll be placed on a waiting list and contacted when a place opens.
· Complete a short written test plus a grammar & vocabulary test as part of registration.
For any enquiries, email r.flynn@ucc.ie with “Free English Course” in the subject line.
Language Centre
Lárionad Teanga
Contact us
Main Office, G36, O'Rahilly Building, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland