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Learn English

IRELAND
in

2014

Learn, enjoy
& experience
IRELAND
with Malvern House Dublin

At Malvern House Dublin we are delighted to


provide you with leading English language training
and other exciting courses in the centre of Dublin.
Our academic, social & accommodation supports
are mixed with technology, innovation and a high
quality service to complete a unique experience for
our entire student body. Our mission is to ensure
that you enjoy every step of your learning and
cultural journey with us.

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Discover Ireland
School Facilities
Learning at Malvern House
Your Progress
Student Journey

Courses
Malvern
House
Team

Content

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17
19
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24

General English
Business English
Exam Preparation Courses
Combination Courses
Young Professional Courses
Summer Courses - The Language Explorer
Courses for Groups
Modules

25
27
29
30

Social Programme
Accommodation
Life in Dublin
Malvern House London & Cyprus

Discover

IRELAND
Ireland has a vast number of castles dotting
the countryside: from romantic ruined castles
and castle towers, to fine stately castles. From
bizarre lunar landscapes and the mighty Atlantic
to labyrinthine caves and crystal clear waterways,
discover Irelands breathtaking beauty.

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Central Dublin
DUBLIN
With a population of just over 1 million, Dublin has
a cosmopolitan and modern feel and has repeatedly
been voted Europes friendliest city by Tripadvisor.
Malvern House Dublin is located in the centre of
Dublin City on Dame Street. We are across from
Central Bank and beside Trinity College and Grafton
Street, the main shopping area. Ideally located for
easy access to public transport systems, you will be
able to see Dublin and its lively and vibrant streets
which exude culture and history.

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Kerry
Killarney
Cork

Derry

Donegal

Antrim

Tyrone

Leitrim

Belfast
Armagh

Fermanagh

Christ Church Cathedral - Dublin

Monaghan

Dundalk
Cavan

Roscommon

Louth

Longford
Meath

Westmeath

Dublin

way

Cork

Down

DUBLIN

Offaly

Galway Castle

Kildare

Wicklow
Wicklow

Laois

Carlow
Tipperary

Dublin city

Kilkenny
Wexford

Waterford

River Liffey - Dublin

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School

Facilities

5
1. Interactive whiteboards in every classroom
2. Student room & snack area
3. Free Internet throughout
4. E-Reception
5. Fully equipped library
6. Social Programme and extra activities

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and more!
Seminars

Progress Diary

Onsite
Residence

Learning @

Malvern House
1

At Malvern House Dublin we aim to maximise your learning


experience whilst you are in Ireland. We will ensure that
you have the support you need both inside and outside of
the classroom to assist you in achieving your learning and
professional goals. At Malvern House Dublin you will gain a
unique, innovative, enjoyable and rewarding experience that
you will want to come back to time and time again.

Inside the classroom


Our experienced and qualified teachers provide a dynamic,
innovative programme enhanced by the latest in digital learning
technology. All our teachers possess the relevant qualification to
teach English as a foreign language, and experience at teaching
a range of levels and course types. We train all our teachers in
interactive whiteboard technology so they can best take advantage
of the tools at their disposal.
All classrooms are fully equipped with interactive whiteboards
giving instant access to up-to-the-minute internet materials to
enrich your lessons. Our communicative and student-centred
approach means that you learn quickly and effectively. Continuous
professional development ensures our teachers provide quality
lessons to give you an inspiring learning experience.

Outside the classroom

Learning English in Dublin gives you a unique experience whereby


you will be completely surrounded by native English speakers. This
is hugely beneficial and brings a life enriching experience that will
help you in both your personal and professional life.

Social Programme - Helps you practise the English language skills

that you have learnt in the classroom in the shops, galleries and
on the streets of Dublin. It will help you build your confidence,
meet friends and speak to native speakers in their environment.
See more on page 25.

Free Weekly Seminars - It is our aim to ensure our long term


students adapt to life in Ireland and that our short term students
experience a cultural and individual country.Therefore, we bring
the best talent from around Ireland to our centre to speak to our
students and give them demonstrations on different topics.
Each of our students has an individual learning journey whether it be for general, professional or
academic purposes. Our role is to work with each of our students to help set individual learning
goals. This begins with pre course learning advice and a setting of realistic and achievable learning
targets. Our students receive the Malvern House Progress Diary full of useful information and advice
and it is used throughout the stay in Malvern House Dublin. Teachers will use it with you to set goals
in an individual learning plan, throughout the course during regular face to face tutorials and in
an exit interview. There are weekly and monthly progress tests (in class and online) to consolidate
learning and you have online access to progress reports.
Benefits to you: Receive guidance from your teacher to ensure a focused course which meets your
learning needs, before, during and after your course / Develop strengths and work on areas that
need improvement / See progress at a glance in your Progress Diary.

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You
will
progress
to a

high

level

Our teachers are qualified, motivated and very


enthusiastic about their work. They are all native level
English speakers and are qualified with both a level 7
degree and specialist EFL teacher training certificate.
At Malvern House, we constantly develop our teachers
skills by encouraging professional development and
providing training and workshops.
We use the latest teaching methods and the best
technology available. We know that high-quality
teaching produces high-quality results.

your
progress

You can understand almost everything


you hear or read. You can interact very
uently and precisely, even on very
complex topics.

PROFICIENCY
C2

You can express yourself uently and


spontaneously. You can use language
exibly and effectively for social,
academic and professional purposes.

ADVANCED
C1
UPPER
INTERMEDIATE
B2

You can understand the main ideas of


complex written and spoken texts. You
can interact with reasonable uency and
accuracy on a fairly wide variety of topics.

YOU
CAN

You can understand and respond to


the main points in a variety of everyday
situations and also more abstract topics,
but have a limited range of style and
expression.
You can converse in a fairly limited way
on your background, the immediate
environment and on matters of direct
need. You can express basic opinions
and wishes.

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YOUR
ENGLISH
LEVEL

EXPECTED NUMBER
OF WEEKS NECESSARY
TO CHANGE LEVELS
STUDYING
INTENSIVE ENGLISH

1 2 - 1 6 weeks

1 2 - 1 6 weeks

1 2 - 1 6 weeks

INTERMEDIATE
B1+
PRE
INTERMEDIATE
B1

You can interact in a simple way on


concrete everyday subjects, such as
family information, shopping etc. You can
communicate in routine tasks on familiar
subjects.

ELEMENTARY
A2

You can understand very basic, everyday


phrases and may respond with short,
simple answers. You can exchange basic
personal information, if the other person
speaks slowly and clearly.

BEGINNER
A1

1 0 - 1 2 weeks

1 0 - 1 2 weeks

6 - 8 weeks

This
is
how
you learn

faster!

Innovative Teaching Methods

Modern communicative methods of teaching English


Teachers trained in interactive whiteboard technology
Student access to online learning platform
Engaging, learner focused interesting lessons
Group participation with a focus on communication
Listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar and
vocabulary
Topical lessons bring Dublin into the classroom and
take the students into the outside world

The Academic Team

The Academic Team is responsible for maintaining high


standards in our programmes and in the quality of our
lessons. They also give academic guidance and advice to
students, and support our teachers in their professional
development through observation, workshops and other
means. This will ensure that the latest, most effective
teaching methodology is used in the classroom. And you
learn faster.

Enthusiastic Teachers

Our qualified, experienced teachers are creative,


dynamic native English speakers. Many Malvern House
teachers have taught overseas and bring a wealth of
international experience to the classroom. Each teacher
has been chosen according to their experience and
enthusiasm. Every lesson is effective, fun and involving.

Progress

Regular meetings with your teacher


Progress is recorded in your Progress Diary and on
your digital student file
Teacher guidance to improve your level fast
Leaving Certificate showing your final level

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Student

journey

At Malvern House Dublin and the Language


Explorer summer courses, each of our students
has a unique journey that maximises their
learning stay in Ireland. There are 4 types of
students at Malvern House and each of these
has an individual experience with us.

WEEKLY &
MONTHLY
PROGRESS TEST
SOCIAL
PROGRAMME
WEEKLY
SEMINARS

Business
Student

ARRIVAL
TO SCHOOL

Academic
Student

INDUCTION &
ACADEMIC
CONSULTATION

DUBLIN
ORIENTATION
TOUR

ACCESS TO
MH ACADEMY
E-RECEPTION

General
Student

LESSONS

INDUCTION
ONLINE WRITTEN
AND ORAL TEST

ARRIVAL TO
SUMMER CAMP

INTRODUCTION
PACK

Junior
Student

PRE-ARRIVAL ZONE
PRE-ARRIVAL

Upon booking a course, we consider you a


Malvern House student. Once registered, students
receive access to the online test and access to
the Malvern House Academy, which gives all of
our students a chance to meet each other online
prior to starting their course. The Malvern House
Academy is also a core part of the student journey
and progress throughout their stay.

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INDUCTION
E-RECEPTION
INTRODUCTION
PACK
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PROMISE

STUDY ZONE
LESSONS

Our qualified teaching staff deliver high quality


lessons. All of our classrooms have interactive
whiteboard technology and there is Wi-Fi
throughout the school. Our classes are hosts to
an eclectic mix of nationalities from around the
world and students can stay in contact with their
class materials immediately after class through
the Malvern House Academy.

SUCCESS ZONE
EXCURSIONS & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Malvern House offers a rich weekly social


programme for all students. The excursions,
tours and activities are designed to allow
students to better immerse themselves in Irish
culture and language as well as socialize with
students of other nationalities.

SUCCESS ZONE

When a students programme has


finished we make sure the goals that
we have set for them during the first
week have been reached. Students will
also continue to have access to the
Malvern House Academy for a period.

General

English courses
basic
ENGLISH
Our Basic English
programme develops all
four skills of the English
language including: reading,
writing, listening and
speaking. The focus is on
improving your ability to
communicate clearly and
effectively.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

You want to improve your English


for general purposes; you need
basic English to communicate
when travelling; you want plenty
of time to explore Dublin during
your stay.

Extend your vocabulary


Increase your fluency
Become more accurate
Communicate in English more easily
Understand more of the world around you

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key facts
20 Lessons per week
Levels: Beginner to Proficiency
Maximum 15 students per class
Start any Monday
Minimum age 16

standard
ENGLISH
Our Standard English programme develops
all-round improvement in the four skills of
the English language including: reading,
writing, listening and speaking. PLUS
receive 5 special lessons per week
in a focused skill area of your choice:
Conversation, Writing or Pronunciation

Who is it for?
You want to cover all basic English
skills; you need to focus on
improving a particular aspect of
your English such as conversation,
writing, etc; you want a focused,
intensive course to help you improve
more quickly; you want to get the
maximum from your time in Ireland
to practice with the support and
guidance of your teachers.

Benefits to you
Extend your vocabulary
Increase your fluency
Become more accurate, focus on
improving particular skills
Communicate in English more easily
Understand more of the world around you
Make faster progress in a short time
Choose from flexible options to adapt the
course to your own requirements

key facts
25 Lessons per week
Levels: Elementary to Proficiency
Maximum 15 students
Start any Monday
Minimum age 16

intensive
ENGLISH
This programme develops all-round improvement
in the four skills of the English language including:
reading, writing, listening and speaking. PLUS
receive 5 special lessons per week in a focused
skill area of your choice: Conversation, Writing or
Pronunciation. PLUS receive 8 afternoon lessons
in General English per week.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

You want to cover all English skills;


You need to focus on improving a
particular aspect of your English
such as conversation, writing,
etc; You want a focused, intensive
course to help you improve more
quickly; You want to get the
maximum from your time in Ireland
to practise with the support and
guidance of your teachers.

Extend your vocabulary


Increase your fluency
Become more accurate, focus on improving
particular skills
Communicate in English more easily
Understand more of the world around you
Make faster progress in a short time
Choose from flexible options to adapt the
course to your own requirements

key facts
33 Lessons per week
Levels: Elementary to Proficiency
Maximum 15 students per class
Start any Monday
Minimum age 16

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Business

English courses

English is the language of international business. These programmes will


equip you to participate fully in the global arena. Using our innovative,
project-based course you will develop and practise your business English
skills with hands-on experience in realistic simulations. You will be fully
engaged in your lessons and will learn through participating in tasks.

business
ENGLISH
This Course develops all-round
improvement in the four skills
of the English language and
helps you focus on building
your English skills for use in
the workplace. PLUS receive
5 special lessons per week
in a focused skill area of your
choice: Conversation, Writing
or Pronunciation. PLUS
receive 8 afternoon lessons in
Business English per week.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

key facts

You are working in the field of business


or have completed studies in business;
You need to use English with colleagues
and/or clients in the global business
world; You would like to maximise
your potential, gain confidence and
communicate with ease; You want to
practise presentations, negotiating,
meetings...; You want a course leading
to a certificate that will enhance your
CV and improve your career prospects.

Extend your vocabulary and improve


your English fluency and accuracy
Learn real workplace skills through
simulations
Express yourself clearly and
confidently and enhance your
communication skills
Use your knowledge and certificate to
get ahead in the business world
Become more confident in doing
business with people from all
backgrounds.

33 Lessons per week


Minimum Level: Intermediate
Maximum 15 students per class
Start any Monday
Minimum age 22

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Study 8 weeks plus to gain special Business


English certificate

super-intensive
business

ENGLISH

Suitable for those who do not have a lot of time to


spend in Ireland and wish to build their business skills
in a general class environment and then also focus
during 6 one-to-one classes. PLUS receive 5 special
lessons per week in a focused skill area of your choice:
Conversation, Writing or Pronunciation. PLUS receive 8
afternoon lessons in Business English per week.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

You need business English for current or


future job and may have specific learning
aims; You want to make rapid progress
and have individual attention from the
teacher; You would like to enhance your
communication skills so you can function
effectively and confidently in the global
workplace; You want to get ahead in the
international workplace and be eligible for
the job of your choice

Extend your vocabulary and


improve your English fluency and
accuracy
Learn real workplace skills through
simulations
Maximise your learning in a short
space of time
Achieve your specific goals
Use your knowledge and certificate
to get ahead in the business world

key facts
39 Lessons per week
Minimum Level: Intermediate
Maximum 15 students
One-to-one classes
Start any Monday
Minimum age 22
Study 4 weeks plus to gain special Business
English certificate

executive

ONE-TO-ONE
This highly intensive course provides a tailor
made experience in any aspect of specialist
English training. Areas include: Busines; Medicine;
Engineering; Oil & Gas; Aeronautical and other
areas. Provides maximum attention and contact
with our highly skilled and experienced teachers,
who will give you their undivided attention to help
you progress in the shortest time.

Who is it for?

You need to use English in your workplace


and will have contact with international
colleagues or clients; You have a high
focused career or are a senior manager;
You have specific goals and you and your
teacher will work closely to determine
your needs,improving and enhancing your
strengths; You want to enhance your job
performance with a matching English level.

Benefits to you
Extend your vocabulary and
improve your English fluency and
accuracy
Learn real workplace skills through
simulations
Maximise your learning in a short
space of time
Achieve your specific goals
Use your knowledge and certificate
to get ahead in the business world

key facts
Flexible course length from
20 to 40 one-to-one lessons
per week
Minimum level: Elementary
Start any Monday
Minimum age: 22

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Exam

courses

Exam courses are a straight supplement to the


Intensive General English course aimed to help exam
students develop their language skills and techniques
for specific, internationally recognised examinations
throughout the world.

CAMBRIDGE
exam
preparation

Our Cambridge
examination preparation
courses lead to
internationally-recognised
qualifications which are
esteemed worldwide by
educational institutions
and employers.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

key facts

You want a globally-accepted qualification


that is valid life-long to prove your level of
English for work, studies, UK and other
visas; you would like to develop solid skills
in English and improve your accuracy
as well as your fluency; you would like
to use your English for practical written
and spoken communication, you wish to
get the best possible grade in the exam
of your choice, with guidance in exam
techniques, you want the option to add an
extra component to your basic course to
maximise your time in Ireland.

Get an internationally-recognised
qualification for further studies, work
or visa needs
Develop your practical English
skills, widen your options of university
courses and employment prospects
Improve your level of English all
round and become a more confident
and competent user

33 Lessons per week


Minimum Level:

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Upper Intermediate - FCE


Advanced - CAE
Maximum 15 students per class
Start during the exam class
term (check with us for dates)

Some of exam preparation courses are standard


qualifications for university entrance and some
professional bodies. We will guide you through the
exam process, including choosing a suitable exam. It
also gives proof of your English abilities for employers
and for visa purposes.

IELTS
This examination course
prepares you for an international
qualification in academic English,
with very wide recognition
throughout the world. It is
a standard qualification for
university entrance and some
professional bodies. It also gives
proof of your English abilities for
employers and visa purposes.

Who is it for?
You want to gain entry to an English-medium
university or college or are considering this;
you want to improve your job prospects
and may want a visa for entry to Englishspeaking countries; you would like to
improve your core English skills: reading,
writing, listening and speaking and also your
academic study skills; you want to develop
your exam technique, with useful tips and
guidance from your teacher.

Benefits to you
Get an internationally-recognised
qualification for further studies, work
or visa needs
Develop your academic study and
core English skills
Widen your options of university
courses and employment prospects
Improve your level of English all
round and become a more confident
and competent user

key facts
20/25 Lessons per week
Minimum Level:

Pre Intermediate
Maximum 15 students plus
one-to-one classes
Start any Monday

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Combination

courses

Our combination courses have been designed for


those who wish to combine some fun activities
with their English language courses.

ENGLISH
& music

Our Basic English programme develops all four


skills of the English language including: reading,
writing, listening and speaking.
The focus is on improving your ability to
communicate clearly and effectively.

This course combines the


opportunity to study one-toone music lessons in your
chosen instrument and also
choose the style of music that
you would like to focus on.
It is designed for levels from
beginner to proficient.

Who is it for?

You want to improve your English


for general purposes; you want to
learn a new musical style or take
masterclasses in an existing style;
you want plenty of time to explore
Dublin during your stay. Choose from
violin, guitar, saxophone or many other
instruments with some of the top
professionals in Ireland.
Participants must bring their own instrument if they
are portable. Some instruments may be hired for
an additional fee

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Benefits to you
Extend your English vocabulary
Become more accurate and
increase your fluency
Learn music through English
Get the benefit of excellent
music tutors

key facts
25 English Lessons per week
4 one-to-one music lessons

per week (minimum booking


period 2 weeks)
Minimum Level: Elementary
Maximum 15 students plus
one-to-one classes
Start any Monday

ENGLISH
& sport
This course combines the opportunity
to learn English and combine this with
lessons in sport (group or individual tuition
depending on availability). You have the
chance to explore and experience this
active and generally outdoor course.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

key facts

People who are active and interested


in pursuing sporting activities and an
English language course; you like outdoor
activities and Irelands nature and
beauty; you want to focus on one of the
following: soccer, horse riding, sailing,
golf, tennis, kite surfing and other sports
(please ask for more sports)

Use your English in a unique


environment
Explore nature and be active
in Ireland
Improve your sporting skills

25 English Lessons per week


4 Sport lessons per week

Participants must bring their own equipment if


portable. Some equipment may be hired for an
additional fee.

(minimum booking period 2


weeks)
Minimum Level: Elementary
Maximum 15 students plus oneto-one classes
Start any Monday

ENGLISH
& dance
This course combines the opportunity to
study one-to-one or group dance lessons
(depending on availability). You can also
choose the style of dance that you would
like to focus on.

Who is it for?

You want to study and spend time in


an English speaking country; youd
like special attention to improve your
dance skills; youre interested in Irish
dance, ballet, jazz, hip hop or other
dance styles.

Benefits to you
Become more accurate and
increase your fluency
Use your language in an English
speaking environment
Learn dance through English
Broaden your dance styles

key facts
25 English Lessons per week
4 one-to-one dance lessons per

week (minimum booking period 2


weeks)
Minimum Level: Elementary
Maximum 15 students plus oneto-one classes
Start any Monday
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Young
Professional
courses

These programmes are designed for you to


gain a professional experience in Ireland.
Suitable for EU & non EU participants.

study
& TRAVEL
Suitable for
NON EU participants
This course combines the
opportunity for you to study in
Ireland whilst giving you the
ability to visit Ireland and Europe
and the ability to work part-time
(20 hours) during course time
and full time (40 hours) when
you are not in class (27 weeks
of the year). Assistance with
CV preparation, job search and
interview techniques.

Who is it for?

You want to study and spend time


in an English speaking country; you
would like to explore Europe; you are
interested in being able to support
yourself by working in Ireland; you
are independent and are interested
in exploring new cultures; you are
preparing for University and may want
to pass IELTS or another suitable exam.

Benefits to you
Become more accurate and increase
your fluency in English
Use your language in English
speaking, work and social
environments
Have the ability to earn money whilst
you study

key facts
20 English Lessons per week
for 25 weeks
Minimum Level: Intermediate*
Maximum 15 students
Minimum age: 18
Start any Monday
*Lower levels available on request

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study
& TRAVEL

Suitable for
EU participants

Who is it for?

You want to study and spend time and


earn money in an English speaking
country; you are independent and are
interested in exploring new cultures;
you are preparing for University and
may want to pass IELTS or another
suitable exam; you need to make a
big improvement in your English skills
for your professional or academic life.

Internship
Who is it for?

You are in university, just


finished university or would like
a professional experience in
an English speaking country;
You are independent and are
interested in exploring new
countries; you need to build your
English language skills for your
future career or academic life.

This course combines the opportunity for you to study in


Ireland for a longer period whilst giving you the ability to
earn money working full time whilst you are in Ireland.

Benefits to you

Become more accurate and increase


your fluency in English
Use your language in English speaking
working and social environments
Have the ability to earn money whilst
you study
Make big progress during your stay
Assistance with CV preparation, job
search and interview techniques

Suitable for
EU participants

key facts
8 part time English lessons per
week for a minimum of 16 weeks
Minimum Level: Upper
Intermediate*
Maximum 15 students per class
Minimum age: 18
Start any Monday
*Lower levels available with a pre English course
- Course lengths depend on level

This course combines the opportunity for you to


take an unpaid internship in Ireland and study
during your time here.

Benefits to you
Increase your fluency and accuracy
Interact daily in an English speaking
professional environment
Gain working experience within your
area of study
Make big progress during your stay

key facts
8 part time English lessons per week for
a minimum of 16 weeks
Internship placement
Minimum Level: Upper Intermediate*
Variety of placements available
Maximum 15 students per class
Minimum age: 18
Start any Monday
*Lower levels available with a pre English course Course lengths depend on level

Au Pair
Who is it for?

You want to study and spend time


in an English speaking country; you
would like to explore Ireland; you
are interested in spending time in a
native English speaking family; you
are independent and are interested in
exploring new cultures.

Suitable for
EU participants

This course combines the opportunity for you to


study in Ireland working as an Au Pair in a real
native English speaking family.

Benefits to you
Become more accurate and
increase your fluency in English
Use your language in English
speaking working and social
environments

key facts
8 English Lessons per week for a
minimum of 12 weeks
Au Pair placement in family
Minimum Level: Intermediate*
Maximum 15 students per class
Minimum / Maximum age: 18 / 26
Start any Monday
*Lower levels available on request

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SUMMER
COURSES

Our unique programme mixes English language learning


with afternoon activities including sporting activities, drama
workshops, music workshops, visits to technology companies,
getting involved in renewal energy, parties and other areas.
Uniquely we also aim to mix our afternoon activities with Irish
children creating a unique language learning environment.

JUNIOR

innovation
programmme
Assists students from international
countries and Ireland to build skills in areas
that they wouldnt focus on during their
normal school year. International students
have the opportunity to learn English during
the mornings and to explore other focus
areas such as energy, technology, animation
& gaming, sustainability; and to combine
these with movie making and internet use;
plus the influence of social networks and
gadgets in everyday life. In the afternoons
and evenings, dance, music, drama and
sports are offered; with the added value of
afternoon activities being integrated with
native English speaking children.

Who is it for?

You are between 11 and 15 and


would like to study English and
learn in an English speaking
environment with Irish native
English speaking children; you
are interested in areas such as
sports, drama, music, technology,
sustainability, and other new areas;
you are interested in speaking
English with other nationalities and
Irish people and would like to have
fun in a summer camp.

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Benefits to you

key facts

Learn with other children your age


Increase your fluency and
accuracy in English
Learn new skills
Meet lifelong friends
Understand more of the world
around you
Safe, secure and monitored
environment

20 Lessons per week


Age: 11-15
Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Maximum 15 students per class
Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Host family or residential option
All Activities, tours, arrival &

departure transfers are included


Arrival / Departure Day: Sunday

YOUNG

executive
programmme
Assists students to build skills in areas that they wouldnt
focus on during their normal school year. Reflects the
interests of young people today and encourages them to
think about future life, careers and goals. Learn English
during mornings, explore other focus areas (business, energy
& environment, technology, inventions) and combine these
with university and career topics. Afternoons and evenings:
dance, music, drama and sports.

Who is it for?

Benefits to you

key facts

You are between 16 and 18 and would


like to study English in an English
speaking environment with Irish young
adults ; you are interested in areas such
as sport, internet, business, sustainable
energy and the environment, technology,
inventions and combine these with
university and career topics; you are
interested in speaking English with other
nationalities and would like to have fun in
a summer camp.

Learn new topics with other children


your age
Increase your fluency and accuracy
in English
Learn new skills that may influence
your career or university choice
Meet lifelong friends
Understand more of the world
around you
Safe, secure and monitored
environment

20 Lessons per week


Age: 16-18
Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Maximum 15 students per class
Full board (breakfast, lunch &

dinner)
Host family or residential option
Arrival / Departure Day: Sunday
All Activities, tours, arrival &
departure transfers are included

ONE ADULT
ONE CHILD
programme

Our one adult one child family


course gives participants a chance
to learn in the same campus as
their children.

Who is it for?
You are a mother / father and child, or
dual parent family and would like to study
English and learn in an English speaking
environment with Irish native speaking
children; your children are interested in
subjects and areas that you can find in
our Junior Innovation or Young Executive
Programme; you are interested in
speaking English with other nationalities
and Irish people and would like to have
fun in a summer camp; you would like to
spend time with your family in a fun and
educational summer camp.

Benefits to you
Both adult and child
learn new topics
Increase your fluency and
accuracy in English
Meet lifelong friends
Enjoy the summer with
your child in Dublin
Safe, secure and
monitored environment

key facts
20 Lessons per week
Age: 10+
Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Maximum 15 students per class
Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Host family, residential, hotel or

Apartment option
Arrival / Departure Day: Sunday
All Activities, tours, arrival &
departure transfers are included

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Courses

for Groups

The Malvern House Group Service division delivers


an unforgettable educational experience for groups of
students travelling to Ireland. Our quality packages are
tailor-made according to the needs of your group.

Our Basic English programme develops all four


skills of the English language including: reading,
writing, listening and speaking.
The focus is on improving your ability to
communicate clearly and effectively.

Who is it for?
This service is for any organised group
with a minimum number of 10 students
High school groups supervised by
teachers
University groups
Groups of overseas teachers
Specialised Groups

What is included?
MAIN COURSE

Flexible for open groups


Tailor-made closed groups

MATERIALS
ONLINE ACADEMY
INTERNET FACILITIES
CERTIFICATE

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You also can book:


ACCOMMODATION
MEAL
AIRPORT TRANSFER
EXCURSIONS
DAILY ACTIVITIES

Modules

A flexible style of learning which allows you to modify your


course after you have arrived. With the help of the teacher
in identifying your needs to achieve your learning goals, we
give you the opportunity to increase your studies as and
when you want, with a variety of options to supplement your
core course. These modules can be booked at any time
during your course and for as long as you wish.

Writing
Improve your writing for
daily life and also for
pleasure. Learn how to
write formal and informal
letters, emails and texts,
stories and poems etc.
The course will provide
you with a model text and
give you practice in the
process of writing and
awareness of the type of
language used.

Conversation

Learn everything from how to get a


job to what to do in work situations
eg. using the telephone, emails,
meetings, small talk etc. Feel at ease
speaking English with your colleagues
whatever kind of job you do.

Speak more clearly and


be easily understood.
This module will help your
listening too and make
you a more effective and
confident communicator.
You will learn the
individual sounds of
English and the other
features of pronunciation,
such as intonation and
sentence stress.

Improve your conversational


English by practising speaking,
listening, pronunciation and
vocabulary. You will become
more fluent and confident when
speaking English.

IELTS
English for Work

Pronunciation

Prepare for the


IELTS exam by
developing your
language skills. It
also gives useful
practice for those
students wishing
to take further
education courses
in the Ireland.

Media
Explore the fascinating area of
the media in its many forms TV,
newspapers, magazines, radio etc
and develop your language skills
at the same time. This module
highlights commonly used language
which you can practise in a media
context eg. doing interviews, writing
articles and much more.

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Social

Programme
Our regular social activities are a great chance
to make new friends and find out more about
Dublin with activities for everyone.
Enjoy Irelands Culture and Nature
Museums and Gallery visits
Dublin Viking and nature walks
Malvern House film nights
Parties
Cultural festivals
Theatre shows and concerts
Weekend trips (Galway, Cork, Kilkenny, Belfast)
Overseas trips (London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam)
Book tickets to visit some of the top attractions with
our student services. We will provide you with the best
discounted offers so that you can go to some of the best
concerts, theatres and attractions and also visit world
heritage sites such as Newgrange.

C Dublin, our social programme, is an innovative and creative way of visiting Dublins social and
cultural side. Each week we have a fun, creative and interactive way of seeing the city. Students
participate and get involved in our activities, which include excursions, weekend trips, tours of art
galleries and museums, theatre visits, parties, Irish dancing lessons, kite surfing and many other
activities in the city and throughout Ireland. Some activities are free of charge and others are
provided at reduced student rates.

www.malvernhouse.ie/c-dublin
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Cliffs of Moher

Dublin bike

Glendalough
Kitesurfing in Dollymount

Powerscourt Waterfall

Galway

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Accommodation
When you come to Dublin it is very important
that you choose the right accommodation
for you. At Malvern House we have an onsite
student residence, student apartments/flats and
homestay accommodation.

School
Residence

Onsite

Student
Residence

Our Onsite Student Residence is central to student life


in Malvern House. Our residence on Dame Street gives
students the opportunity to really explore Dublin.

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Key Facts

Next door to the school


Single / Twin(shared) or Triple (when booked together) rooms
Breakfast is included
Wifi included
Bed linen provided (towels included)
Start dates Sunday to Sunday (additional nights subject to
availability outside of summer)
No minimum booking period

Who is it for?

You dont want to commute to school


You prefer a city centre environment
You enjoy exploring the evening culinary and social sites of Dublin

Homestay

Accommodation
Our Homestay Accommodation is the most
traditional accommodation in Dublin. This
gives students the ability to interact with
homestays throughout Dublin.

Key Facts

Native English speaking families in the Dublin area (average


40 min commute)
Executive / Single or sharing available
Breakfast & Dinner is included
Start dates Sunday to Sunday (additional nights subject to
availability outside of summer)
No minimum booking period

Who is it for?

You want to interact with an Irish host family


You want to have your meals prepared
You want the family surrounding during your time in Ireland

Student Home Accommodation


Our Student Home Accommodation is located in Dublin city and
it is shared with other international students. It gives students
the independence and flexibility to explore and enjoy Dublin.

Key Facts

Located around Dublin within 20 minute commute


Single / Twin(shared) or Triple (when booked together rooms
Self Catering
Wifi & linen included (towels not included)
Start dates any day (subject to availability)
Minimum booking period 4 weeks

Who is it for?

You want self-catering


Longer stay students in Ireland
You want flexibility and independence

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Life in Dublin
Dublin is a truly unique and vibrant city with all its friendly pubs and
bars, live music, street buskers famous nightlife scene, museums
and galleries. The international atmosphere blends with the Irish
culture in a very special way, it is common to say that you cannot
leave Ireland without making life-long friendships.

Discounts

As a student and holder of a Student Travel Card you


are entitled to many attractive discounts including
discounted bus tickets. Cineworld Cinema in the city
centre offers you subscription based cards that give you
access to unlimited cinema entries!

Jobs

Dublin offers many jobs for students in hospitality,


restaurants, cafes, shops and many other areas. if you
hold a Work & Study (Stamp 2) Visa or EU/ EEA passport
you will be able to apply for a job and work part time/
full time.
Dublin is also home to the headquarters of large
corporations like Google, Facebook, Paypal, Ebay and
Hewlett Packard. These companies are constantly
recruiting multilingual, experienced professionals and
are constantly expanding in Ireland. The minimum wage
in Dublin is 8.65 per hour.

Cost of living
in Dublin
per week
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accommodation
100+

food

70

entertainment
30

medical
10

transport
15

clothes
10

Malvern House provides English language programmes


for adults in the heart of London within a modern hi-tech
environment. Each student journey incorporates a blended
learning package of excellent teaching standards in stateof-the-art classrooms and digital learning outside the
classroom.
Malvern House London offers a wide-variety of courses to
meet the needs of students with academic, professional or
general needs.
In addition to the lessons, we give students the added
support of our Malvern House Online Academy which allows
them to review each class, access a library of study materials
and take regular progress tests. We also give all our students
free access to the Malvern House Virtual School before they
start, to ensure they are fully prepared for their course and
British Life, and after they finish, to build on the English skills
they have developed in London. In the Virtual School there
are live online lessons from native teachers and seminars to
learn about life in London, as well as the opportunity to meet
fellow students and Malvern House staff.

Cyprus is a beautiful island that enjoys the year-round


warmth of the Mediterranean sun. Today Cyprus is a
modern country characterised by European culture and
ancient enchantment. Discover beautiful beaches and
stunning mountain peaks, ancient ruins and old stone
villages where sweet wine flows as freely as conversations
at the local caf.
At Malvern House Cyprus you will experience the same high
standards of modern facilities and great nationality mix
as in Malvern House London.
Join our schools for an educational holiday. All teachers
are native English speakers, fully qualified with relevant
teaching experience.

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Malvern House
Global
London
Malvern House

Dublin

Cyprus
Oman

Malaysia

Singapore

For General Enquiries contact


+ 35316975525
info@malvernhouse.ie
www.malvernhouse.ie
Dublin Centre
33/34 Dame Street
Dublin 2, Ireland

your representative

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