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Malta as a place to learn English Malta as a place to enjoy Choosing Your Study Programme A Closer look at General English Intensive Programmes Business English International Exams IELTS & Medical English Accommodation Good to Know Facts English Online Class

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Malta as a place to learn English

The island of Malta is one of the very few truly bilingual countries in the world. It was ruled by Britain for 164 years and became an independent nation in 1964. English became compulsory in schools in 1882 and in 1936 it was adopted as one of its two Official Languages. Located 93 Km south of Sicily, right at the heart of the Mediterranean, the climate in Malta is unrivalled. The weather is warm and pleasant throughout the year. In fact, in January 2011, Malta was voted as the place with the best climate on Earth by International Living Magazine. Nearly all shops and advertising in Malta use English to display and sell their goods a good indication of the general use of the English Language here. All road signs are also in English and driving is on the left as in the U.K.

Malta has become a hub for international business.

St. Julians in particular is fast becoming the new financial centre of Europe. More and more banking and insurance companies are opting for Malta as a place to operate from. For example, FIMBank who are moving their headquarters here, are just one example. Here is a quote from them: The decision to base the FIMBank operations in Malta was the result of a study commissioned by the initial group of investors behind the Bank back in 1994. The scope of this study was to establish an onshore, specialised trade finance bank in a country that has a good regulatory framework, a respected tradition in banking and professional services and an efficient cost base. The availability of qualified multi-lingual staff was another determining factor and Malta was the obvious choice out of the other locations that were being considered at the time.
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That really says it all!

Malta as a place to ENJOY!

Outside the classroom there is plenty to do, from adventure sports, jet skiing and sunbathing to cultural tours. Dont worry, we will help you to make the most out of your stay in Malta. Here is just a sample of what you can do: Culture Stroll around the museums and art galleries and experience a traditionally flamboyant Maltese Festa. Culture tours, theatre visits, concert tickets and harbour cruises are all organised by the school. Water Sports The Maltese Islands are a mecca for all water sports enthusiasts. Scuba diving, snorkelling, swimming, paragliding, jet skiing, sailing, water skiing, wake boarding, windsurfing, deep sea fishing and harbour cruises are just some of the activities available. Land Lovers Visit some of Maltas Neolithic temples or go on a leisurly visit to some of our famous towns such as Valletta, Mdina, Birgu and enjoy the colour and variety of these historic gems. Or, for the more adventurous, why not go on a jeep safari or try trekking, rock-climbing, go-karting or horse-riding. Social and nightlife St. Julians is Malta's main coastal town and the heartland for shopping and entertainment. The bay is lined with bougainvillea-clad cafs, restaurants, casinos and a yacht marina. Paceville in St. Julians offers a vibrant nightlife to suit all tastes, from the latest in club DJ music to quieter piano bars and jazz clubs. There is also a shopping mall, a 17 screen cinema complex and bowling alley. Relax Lounge in the sun around the pool or head to one of Maltas beaches or rocky inlets and coves. There are also several health and fitness spas in the vicinity of St. Julians which have excellent amenities

Choosing your study programme

The first thing to understand about our approach to study is that it starts with YOU! When you arrive at the school we will need to assess you, get to know you a little. The assessment test takes about 30 minutes and is followed by a personal interview where we can find out exactly what you need to learn. It then depends on what course you have booked whether you will placed in a class of six or 12 students and whether you will be attending in the morning only or both morning and afternoon. Whatever your course, General, Business or Medical English you will be well looked after.

Our Courses
Courses Starting Every Monday General English General Intensive English Mini Group Intensive Business English I.E.L.T.S. Exam courses Private Tuition Courses 20 or 30 sessions per week - during o -peak seasons 5 or 10 hours per week - all year Courses Starting On Advertised Dates Medical English English for Aviation Cambridge E.S.O.L. courses

Blended learning Courses These are suitable for closed groups or for individuals - subject to availability English & Computer Studies (With professional IT instructor) English and Business Management (in association with Malta Business School) Study online before or after your main course - Attend a teacher led online class from home either before or after your residential course here in Malta.

A closer look at our courses General English

Mornings only (09:00 10:30 - BREAK - 11:00 12:30) Monday to Friday Maximum 12 students per class Starts every Monday throughout the year There is no fixed duration for this course. You can continue improving your level for as long as you wish. This is our core course. It is suitable for all learners and because we only accept adult learners, aged 18 years and over (average age is 32 years), it is also popular with commercial and professional persons who need to broaden their understanding of English. The class can contain students with a wide variety of backgrounds, making it a challenging and authentic learning experience. The course develops different skills and an all-round understanding of the English language.

After your assessment test you will start your course at one of six different levels: Beginner Elementary Lower or Pre-Intermediate Mid Intermediate Upper Intermediate Advanced The course covers reading, writing, listening and speaking as well as essential grammar, pronunciation, colloquial language, idioms and vocabulary. Because the lessons are planned according to the people in the class and the level of the students, you will find that our teachers use material from a wide variety of books and resources. We also encourage the students to give us their own suggestions if there is anything specific they would like to cover. The course takes place only in the morning which allows you to combine your class experience with either your leisure time plans or take a specialist course such as Medical English or Private Tuition in the afternoon.

Intensive Programmes General Intensive

This course is similar to the General English Course except it is a morning and afternoon course Timetable: 09:00 10:30 Break - 11:00 12:30 Break - 13:00 14:30 This type of course is divided into two.

MORNING SESSION: Maximum 12 persons per class between 09:00 and 12:30
The grammatical part of the language is the main focus of the lesson in the morning. Other skills such as reading, listening, pronunciation, and also a fair amount of speaking can be covered in the morning depending on the needs of the students.

AFTERNOON SESSION: Maximum 8 persons per class between 13:00 and 14:30
In the afternoon, the main focus is on speaking. The students get a chance to discuss different topics and also develop everyday English. It is also in a slightly smaller group. As there is no fixed duration for this course, you can also continue it for as long as you wish.

Intensive Mini-Group
This course is the most intensive of the General English Courses and takes place both in the morning and in the afternoon. Timetable: 09:00 10:30 Break - 11:00 12:30 Break- 13:00 14:30 There is a maximum of 6 students for all sessions. This type of course is ideal if you want to learn English quickly while you are here in Malta. It also guarantees that you will be studying in a small group. It follows the same format as the General Intensive but with less people in the class Again, there is no fixed duration for this course.

Business English
Our Business English courses are designed for business personnel with an intermediate to advanced level of English. Some of our Business clients include: MICROSOFT Iberica, SAP, ARDEX Baustoff GmbH, Minimax E.I.S. GmbHHZ Prague, Deutsche Bank, Playmobil Management Angestellte, Ressourcenmanagement, Mercedes Benz, Lufthansa, C.C. Communication Finland, HAWK Fak. Siemens u.a.,, This course will help you to communicate confidently in a global English-speaking business environment. Lessons are in the morning from 09:00 10:30 BREAK - 11:00 - 12:30 There is a maximum of 6 persons in the class. The course covers the following topics. Report and contract reading and writingar Role-play business meetings and interviews Preparation for conducting presentations and business assignments

The teacher also appreciates suggestions from the students regarding the subjects they would like to cover but of course one has to keep in mind that there should be a balance of what everyone in the class wants and needs.

Business Intensive English

Morning Lessons 09:00 10:30 BREAK - 11:00 - 12:30 Afternoon Lessons 13:00 14:30

Maximum 6 students per class This course is a continuation from the morning lessons and further explores the Business language working on skills such as speaking and listening. There will also be discussions about business articles or present situations being discussed in the media.

International Exam Courses

Cambridge PET/FCE/CAE/CPE
Mornings 9:00 10:30 BREAK - 11:00 - 12:30 Afternoons - 3 times a week supervised study 13:00 14:30 Although the afternoon lessons are held 3 times a week, you will also be free to stay at school in the afternoon on the other two days to do extra work. Maximum 12 students per class We prepare students for the following qualifications: PRELIMINARY ENGLISH TEST (PET) FIRST CERTIFICATE IN ENGLISH (FCE) CERTIFICATE IN ADVANCED ENGLISH (CAE) CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY IN ENGLISH (CPE) These exams take place in March, June and December each year. The courses starts 13 weeks before the exam dates with the exception of the March session which is 8 to 9 weeks long. Exam applications must be made 10 - 12 weeks before that date. Late applications can be accepted with only 5 - 6 weeks notice but are subject to a late application fee. If you are at a lower level and wish to join the course, you may book a General English course a few weeks before the starting dates of the exam course.

PTE General is a paper-based test that assesses reading, speaking, listening and writing. There is a written part and a spoken part at each of the six levels. The written paper is marked by external examiners in the UK, whereas the spoken test is assessed by trained local examiners and is sent to the UK for moderation. PTE General has been designed to be aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference

for Languages (CEF) which is a widely recognised benchmark for language ability. All levels in the test are awarded by Edexcel Ltd., the largest UK awarding body for academic and vocational qualifications, and accredited by Ofqual in the UK. All levels of PTE General are recognized globally and are accepted by universities, employers and national education authorities in many countries as evidence of a required standard of English.

I.E.L.T.S. Exam Preparation Course

(IELTS STANDS FOR - INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH L ANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM)
The IELTS exam mainly tests Intermediate and Upper Intermediate students who require an English qualification in order to enter university. However, students of a lower level who also wish to have an International qualification can also take this exam. IELTS exams take place every month and applications must be handed in 5 6 weeks before the exam date. Morning session: General Intensive English 9:00 10:30 BREAK - 11:00 - 12:30 - Maximum 12 students in class Afternoon session: IELTS preparation 13:00 -14:30 Maximum 8 students in class IELTS is a 4-week course which is divided into General English revision and exam preparation. The general English lessons include grammar, vocabulary and also the practice of other skills such as speaking and listening. The exam preparation of the IELTS course focuses on the different sections of the exam paper which are Writing, Speaking, Listening and Reading. During the course you will be shown how to improve these skills and practice your exam techniques using past papers. Sometimes students also stay after the lesson to do extra work in one of the quite personal study areas at school.

Medical English
This is an afternoon course and takes place between 13:00 and 15:00 from Monday to Friday. It starts only on the first Monday of every month and lasts for two weeks. Maximum 10 students per class This is a highly interactive course for health professionals and students, compiled from carefully selected medical resources, current case studies, reports and journals. Topics include: Medical vocabulary, terminology, and case studies Consultations with patients and colleagues Understanding medical reports, idioms, and medical abbreviations. You can take this course as a stand-alone unit but many students who study Medical English also want to improve their English skills in other areas. If this is true for you, why not attend a morning session in General English before your specialist course in the afternoon. You can also prepare for this course online by joining our distance learning campus and keeping in touch with our tutors even before arriving for your two week course.

Accommodation School Apartments

You can book a room, or even a bed in a shared room, in one of Elanguests own self-catering apartments. This can give you an excellent opportunity to learn about every-day living in an English speaking country together with other international students.

The apartments have a well equipped kitchen, lounge, TV, washing machine and one or two bathrooms, depending on the size of the apartments. The common areas are cleaned once a week and bed linen, which is provided by the school, is changed on a weekly basis. The apartments are within walking distance of the school and a good alternative to staying in a hotel.

Host Families
If you want to be in a home situation, the school can organize accommodation for you with a host family. Staying in a host family is not just for young teenagers. Our families are carefully selected and often work with us because we send them older students. In turn, we also choose them for the same reason. You will be given breakfast and an evening meal (half-board) and you can book either single or a shared twin room. The majority of our families have been with us for many years and are all within easy reach of the school.

Hotels

Elanguest has agreements with several hotels in and around the St. Julians area. At your request we can book you, and any companions, into the hotel best suiting your needs and your budget. The full list of our hotels is available on our website at [Link]

Good to Know - Facts & Figures

Elanguest is an independent English Language School in Malta.

IT WAS FOUNDED BY - Mr. David West and partners in 1991 to teach English to adults. The name was chosen to THE SCHOOL CONSISTS OF - two three storey buildings, only 20 meters apart, which are in a bright and easy to reach location opposite the Hilton Hotel in St. Julians.
Approved by the German Bildungssurlaub for General Intensive and Business Intensive Courses It has also has won several international accolades for its excellent approach to teaching English The age of our students range from 18 years to 74 but the average age works out at around 32 years. Elanguest is a medium sized school not too small and not too large! Our student numbers are between 50-80 in the winter and around 150-200 in the peak months. We are open all the year round except over Christmas and start the year around the first week in January. Our opening hours are between 08:00 and 16:00 from Monday to Friday. Classes start at 09:00. We have a half hour coffee break for all classes at 10:30 VERY important! Lunch break is at 12:30 (13:00 hrs on weeks that contain a public holiday) The internet is free to use. We have around seven computers for student use and fast Wi-Fi and LAN connectivity for personal laptops. The school, of course, is fully air-conditioned and there is a shaded roof-garden for the outdoor type.

reflect the first aim of the company which was to teach English to hotel guests (English Language for Guests).

ELANGUEST IS FULLY LICENSED - by the Education Department in Malta (License No. PS155)

Certificates
Attendance Certificate - All students attending any language course at Elanguest are given a Certificate of Achievement. External exam students will receive their international certification when the school receives it from the overseas Examining Body. They will also receive an internal End of Course Certificate from Elanguest on their completion of the course. Online Certificates Students must have completed at least 80% of online coursework and have paid for the extra option of Attendance Certificate. This will involve a live interview using video conferencing software.

Airport Transfers
The school arranges pick-up and transport services from the airport. An Elanguest representative will meet you at the airport and drive you to your accommodation. If you have booked one of our apartments, they will give you the key and make sure you are safely checked in and will show you the location of the school along the way. Our 24-hour service will even track your flight in case of delays. Contact details: Elanguest English Language School - Head office and Main School Building Keating House, Ross Street, St. Julians, Malta STJ 3243 | Telephone +356-21374777 | info@[Link] Web Site addresses: [Link] | [Link] | [Link]/[Link]

Elanguest English Online Class

A REAL CLASS - ONLINE. This is NOT a self-study programme! You will receive our full attention and be taught online by our qualified teaching staff. We will guide you through every step and teach you as if you were here at the school. The only difference is that you can study from the comfort of your own home and save on accommodation and travel. How does it work? Contact us, or your booking agent. Tell us when you would like to start. The school will contact you and arrange an online interview. You will be given a short demonstration of how it works. The school will assess your level of English and agree on a starting date. You will receive an invoice and payment instructions. Pay for the course and you are ready to start.

Attending your Course

Step 1 You will receive an invitation to attend your first session. This invitation will also contain all the information you will need including the special class URL and class contact information. Step 2 Attend your first session and meet your teacher and your other class members. After each class - you will receive a learning assignment to be completed before the next live class. These homework assignments are an important part of the course and you will receive documents, media and clear instructions on what to do each day.

Medical English Online

The [Link] site, pictured below, was developed by Elanguest and is free to use. Our special 60 unit online companion course for this site is also available as a virtual course on Elanguest English Online This also includes transcripts of the 'englishmed' conversations and the audio files for many more medical situations. More details are available on request.