Course description
Turn your language learning into an adventure!
Designed for students aged 9 to 17, this course seamlessly blends expert English language instruction with a diverse range of extracurricular activities tailored to this age group. Each day features dynamic English language tuition in the mornings, followed by a rich array of activities and excursions in the afternoons. Located in Ireland’s second-largest city, Cork, known for its friendly locals and unique culture, our programme takes place at the historical University College Cork. The campus is a 15-minute walk from Cork city centre and offers modern classrooms, a campus restaurant, sports facilities with trained coaches, and internet and Wi-Fi access throughout.
Course Length: From 1 to 4 Weeks
Levels: Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1)
Minimum Age: From 9 to 17 years old
Average Class Size: 13 (maximum of 16 students)
What is included?
Classes: 15 hours of mixed nationality group lessons per week
Accommodation:
Homestay Accommodation: Live with host families, sharing a room with students of different nationalities (where available). Daily breakfast and dinner provided, plus weekend packed lunches. Weekdays offer diverse lunch options in the school dining hall.
Student Residence: Modern, on-campus apartments with 3-5 single rooms, a fully equipped living area, and kitchen. Bed linen and towels are provided. Options are available for shared or en-suite bathrooms. A varied menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner is provided in the university campus restaurant every day.
Transport: LEAP Travel Cards are provided to be used on public transport.
Social and Cultural Programme: Engaging activities include sports, cultural excursions, and activities, with two half-day trips weekly and full-day excursions on Saturdays. Evening activities daily for residential students and weekly for homestay students.
Course topics
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities
Class schedule
Course duration
1-4 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday (28 Jun - 27 Jul)
Classes per week
15 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
01 Jan 2025 and 25 Dec 2025
IH Dublin: University College Cork (Junior) does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
Class times
Morning session
09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Break
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Morning session
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Class level
All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Cork.
Class size
| Average |
13 students |
| Maximum |
16 students |
Student age
| Age range |
9 - 17 years old |
| Average |
14 years old |
Certificate
A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
