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Free English lessons taught by trainee teachers
Free English lessons for those whose first language is not English
Places are available for these courses. Enrolling now!
| Courses 2025 | Dates | No of weeks | Format | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On Campus Extensive September - November |
Friday 19 September - Friday 21 November |
10 weeks |
Wedn & Friday 10:00 - 12:00 |
yes |
| Online Extensive September- December |
Tuesday 30 September - Thursday 11 December |
11 weeks |
Tues & Thurs 14:30 - 16:30 |
yes |
| Courses 2026 | Dates | No of weeks | Format | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On Campus Extensive Jan-March |
Wedn 14 January - Friday 20 March |
10 wks | Wedn & Friday 10:00 - 12:00 | yes |
| On Campus Intensive May-June |
Mon 18 May - Thurs 25 June | 5 wks | Mon to Thurs 14:30-16:30 | yes |
| On Campus Extensive September-November |
Wedn16 September - Friday 20 November | 10 wks | Wedn & Friday 10:00 - 12:00 | yes |
Format
· Lessons delivered by trainee teachers (CELTA) or BA World Languages students (BAWL), supervised by experienced UCC Language Centre staff.
· 36–40 hours of classes
· Levels: A2 (Pre-intermediate) & B2 (Upper-intermediate)
· Short online placement test before the course
· Classes scheduled in Irish time (days may vary)
· Certificate of Attendance for 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 (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 enquiries, email r.flynn@ucc.ie with “Free English Course” in the subject line.