We at ESU Scotland are very excited at being given the opportunity to host the next World Members’ Conference in Edinburgh in September 2008.
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We offer a range of full-time courses for individuals and closed groups, lasting one or two weeks, or just a weekend. These offer students an
understanding of Scottish culture, in addition to General English or Business English tuition. The courses
can provide a combination of classroom-based learning and cultural activities, with visits to places of interest in and around
Edinburgh, planned beforehand in consultation with the individual or group leader.
These courses are suitable for:
- Short study trips
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Non-native speakers who have recently moved here and would like an “Introduction to Scotland”
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Students who would like to study a particular aspect of English
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Students who wish to study English more intensively
A Pre-Course Questionnaire is sent out before the course in order to plan the programme. Each course is tailored to meet the individual or group’s exact requirements.
Benefits of full-time courses:
- Pre-course planning ensures that the programme is tailored to the specific needs of the individual or group
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Immersion in English enables students to improve their language skills quickly
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Students are accompanied on all excursions by a native speaker, usually a qualified tutor
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Students are able to communicate in English more effectively at work after the course and are increasingly confident using English in social situations
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Small classes offer flexibility within the syllabus
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Courses could be part of a company induction programme for new employees arriving in Scotland
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Short courses ensure minimal time off work
Intensive Weekend English Courses
The English-Speaking Union offers two intensive weekend programmes:
General English: A course of 12 hours tuition over two days on Saturday and Sunday, aimed at improving written and spoken grammar, comprehension and pronunciation. This course is also well suited to non-native speakers who live in and around Edinburgh who are unable to attend weekly classes. (Accommodation is not included but we can help you arrange it.)
General English Course with Cultural Visits: This course combines 6 hours of English language tuition with visits to the castle, museums and galleries of Edinburgh. This course suits visitors who wish to improve their English and explore the sights of Edinburgh. (Accommodation is not included but we can help you arrange it.)
General English or Business English with Cultural Visits
One-week or Two-week course
This course provides General English or Business English tuition with a full and varied programme of cultural visits. There will be three hours of General or Business English tuition each weekday morning. After lunch there will either be a class on Scottish Culture or a visit to one of the museums or galleries in Edinburgh. At the weekend there will be two full-day excursions to places of interest in the Edinburgh and Lothians area. These excursions will be discussed and arranged beforehand in consultation with the group leader.
Each programme is tailored to the requirements of the individual or group.
It is also possible to study General and Business English only.
It is also possible to take this course without the weekend excursions.
Course modules can include:
- General English tuition
- Business English
- Building Skills
- Grammar, Vocabulary, Pronunciation
- Making presentations
- Interview techniques
- Negotiation skills
- Scottish Culture
Cultural visits and activities can include:
- Visits to Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Museum of Scotland, National Galleries of Scotland, Scottish Parliament
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Full-day excursions to Glasgow, Stirling, St. Andrews
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Activities such as golf, hiking, whisky tasting and Scottish Country Dancing
English Language and Scottish Culture Course- One-week or Two-week course
The English-Speaking Union offers full-time one or two week English Language and Scottish Culture courses for students of Intermediate and above levels who wish to combine English Language learning with a deeper understanding of Scottish Culture. The programme combines General English tuition with classes covering many aspects of Scottish Culture, including history, politics, art, literature and popular culture. In addition, there is a full programme of visits and excursions to complement the class topics. The programme also includes evening activities and weekend excursions.
Courses and excursions can be tailored to the requirements of a group, and particular interests will be taken into account.
These courses are intended for general interest and are not suitable for specialists in these fields.
Modules include:
- General English tuition
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Introduction to Scotland
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Scottish History
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Scottish Languages and Literature
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Scottish Music
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Politics in Scotland
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Popular Culture in Scotland
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Scottish Art and Architecture
Cultural visits and activities can include:
- Visits to Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Museum of Scotland, National Galleries of Scotland, Scottish Parliament
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Full-day excursions to Glasgow, Stirling, St. Andrews
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Activities such as golf, hiking, whisky tasting and Scottish Country Dancing
Please call the office for further details of the courses or email efl@esuscotland.org.uk
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