EC English Language Schools: Bristol
63 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4JZ, UK
EC English Language Schools: Bristol
Welcome to EC x FutureLearn, a pioneering programme designed to combine language learning with the opportunity to access a wide variety of fabulous courses developed and delivered by universities and professional bodies.
Are you interested in career development? Or thinking about a career change?
Do you want to develop an area of interest or a hobby? Do you have a book you have always wanted to write?
Thinking about learning to code?
Or, are you just interested in learning and exploring new topics?
With EC x FutureLearn students will have the opportunity to combine language learning with the best in online education. EC provides you with the support, community and accountability that ensures success.
Taking the first step into online education can be daunting, with our guidance and support, we will help to maximise learning and establish the skills and learning habits which will last a lifetime!
Alongside EC’s highly effective language learning programme, students will have access to a wide range of courses on FutureLearn’s online platform, which allow them to tailor their learning experience to match their independent interests and goals. Whether expanding business knowledge, exploring culture and creativity, or learning IT and engineering skills, FutureLearn’s high-quality courses, coupled with EC’s onsite support will help students achieve their aspirations.
The choice of courses is endless! See below for the most popular.
EC x FutureLearn is more than just an English course; it’s an opportunity to join a global community of learners, explore new perspectives, and unlock new skills. With EC English’s guidance and FutureLearn’s courses from leading universities, students start on a journey that will enable them to set ambitious goals and attain success! Graduate with digital certificates from EC and FutureLearn by meeting all course requirements.
Why choose EC x FutureLearn:
Courses which allow learners to unlock highly skilled new career paths, and empower themselves to change the world.
Diverse Course Offerings: FutureLearn partners with leading universities to provide courses across various disciplines, including science, technology, arts, business, and health, catering to different interests and career aspirations.
High-Quality Partnerships: The platform collaborates with top universities and organisations worldwide, ensuring learners can access quality education and insights from leading experts.
Social Learning Approach: FutureLearn emphasises interactive learning, encouraging students to engage in discussions and share insights with peers from around the globe, enriching the learning experience.
Flexible Learning Options: Courses are designed for flexibility, allowing learners to study at their own pace and schedule, which is ideal for professionals, students, and anyone looking to balance education with other commitments.
The certificate is available for qualified learners who have successfully completed a course. There are two types of completion requirements: Some courses ask to mark at least 90% of steps as complete, and some ask to mark at least 90% of steps as complete and have an overall course score of at least 70%.
Why do EC x FutureLearn
Combining language learning with this EC x FutureLearn programme, enables students to get the very best of both worlds – great language lessons and access to support and accountability that drives success.
EC x FutureLearn: How it works
EC provides the learning and support needed to be accountable for learning.
Induction: First day
induction that includes;
✔ Valuable guidance for online learning.
✔ Goal setting to create the accountability that ensures success.
✔ Support in choosing the right course.
FutureLearn Course:
✔ Do the online course via the FutureLearn app through the week independently on your chosen course at school or at home. Online study isn’t monitored. We recommend a minimum of 3 hours self-study per week.
✔ Students have access to FutureLearn for the length of their EC x FutureLearn course.
Follow up Fridays
✔ Group class dedicated to FutureLearn led by EC teacher.
✔ Tips and ideas to help make the most of the site.
✔ Reflection on learning.
✔ Discuss learning with others – a great way to help embed what has been learnt.
✔ Review any problems or issues.
✔ Review goals, and set new ones, a process that ensures students stay motivated to make the very best use of the resource.
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar
EC Bristol 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 schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 11 students |
Maximum | 15 students |
Age range | 16 years old and older |
EC Bristol boasts an enviably central location in Queen Square, a peaceful and relaxing area in the centre of the city that also holds a Green Flag Award for being one of the best green spaces in England. Spread over three floors, EC Bristol is modern and spacious with large classrooms and bright, buzzy communal areas.
Launched: 2011
Centre capacity: 191
Classrooms: 18
Minimum age: 16
Students per class: Average 12 (Max 15)
School Includes
18 internet connected computers
Free Wi-Fi internet access throughout the centre
Library
Student lounge
Self-study room
Interactive whiteboards throughout
The nationality and age mix at EC English Language Schools: Bristol varies over different time periods, courses and levels.
EC Bristol does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
EC Bristol boasts an enviably central location in Queen Square, a peaceful and relaxing area in the centre of the city that also holds a Green Flag Award for being one of the best green spaces in England. Spread over three floors, EC Bristol is modern and spacious with large classrooms and bright, buzzy communal areas.
Lessons with John: excellent.
Lesson with Anah: good, but sometimes boring and she was not so prepared.
During the first week there were too much italian students in the class, then other students have been added.
Classes: sometime with too many people of the same country
Teachers: really funny and professional
Location: perfect
Facilities: perfect
Activities: uninteresting
Housing: Perfect
I'm very disappointed by the activities, that have been very boring, uninteresting and ripetitive, in 2 months I had just 1 trip(to London), i was expecting much more.
As for the rest, it has been a pleasure to live this experience.
There are very good teachers, and the classes are interesting, useful and flexible to needs. The location is very good. It is easy to go there by walking from the accommodation. The facilities and activities are attractive and interesting, and were well-organized.
The staff is very kind, friendly, and helped in everything.
The weakest point for me was the accommodation. It got noisy at night.
The school is very good. The teachers are friendly and very good.
Moreover, the activities in the school and during your trip are quite interesting!
The school is next to the center of Bristol, and the places next to it are wonderful!
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Bristol. These homes are often around 50 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 18+. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Student residences often do not include any meal plan. Learn more about student residence accommodation
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from EC Bristol. Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.
If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 75 when you register.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Bristol based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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