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General English Main

ILC Birmingham
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Course description

General English Main Course covers all skills and are well balanced between, speaking, reading, writing, listening, vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. Topics are based on a course book and each week is a different topic. The term is divided into 12/13 weeks with regular progress tests and an End of Term Test.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026

ILC Birmingham 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

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:30 AM - 12:45 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 Birmingham.

Class size

Average 8 students
Maximum 14 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 25 years old
(24 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

There are so many things to do in Birmingham and our College is only a few minutes’ walk from them all. Ready to shop? Explore the Bull Ring and Grand Central which offers shopping for any budget. Discover Brindleyplace or The Mailbox which has some of best places to eat in the UK, with restaurants serving food from over 30 countries all over the world. Maybe experience some of Birmingham’s culture at a concert at the Symphony Hall. Or learn more about Birmingham’s diverse history as you walk along their beautiful canals. Everything is just a short walk away, so you will have plenty to explore after your classes!

Why Choose This School?
Cadbury Chocolate and HP Sauce all started in Birmingham.
The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings are based on places and people in Birmingham where the writer J. R. R Tolkien lived.
Birmingham has more canals than Venice – nearly 35 miles of them!
Birmingham has over 50 festivals every year.
Birmingham was the birthplace of Heavy Metal – Black Sabbath, Judas Priest and the lead singer of Led Zeppelin were all born here.

Year opened
2019
Number of classrooms
7

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at ILC Birmingham varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25. In the summer, the average age is 24.

School holidays

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.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026

School location

Birmingham school is located at the very heart of the UK’s second most poplated city. With its contemporary architectural design and majestic waterways, the city is alive with history, culture and diversity.

Our building is right in the city centre in Broad Street and provides a modern and comfortable environment to study in. At ILC English Birmingham we aim to provide more than just language classes.

Our lessons are interactive and engaging and our social programme provides a fantastic opportunity to explore the best of UK culture. We welcome all students into the TEG family, a multi-city community that supports and guides students in their journey to full language fluency.

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  • Classes at ILC Birmingham 1/6
  • Building of ILC Birmingham 2/6
  • Birmingham Library 3/6
  • Classes at ILC Birmingham 4/6
  • Students of ILC Birmingham 5/6
  • Homestay housing offered by ILC Birmingham 6/6
reviews

Reviews

100% recommend

based on 3 reviews
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"It’s a Very different new experience that I enjoyed ."

Basel Al Ismaili, student from Oman

The classes are wide enough , and the teachers are very kind and helpful. I liked the location of the school because it’s located at the center of Birmingham. The Activities were exciting and especially the trip to Bullring mall ( mini golf ) .

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
18 Jul 2022 - 12 Aug 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Instructive"

victoria bollini, student from Italy

I really liked the city of Birmingham, well structured and full of facilities for students.

I really enjoyed the lessons in the school with my teacher George and all the students.

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Duration of study
34 weeks
Date of study
8 Nov 2021 - 8 Jul 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Helps you learn unexpected things"

Jasmin Aylen Martinez, student from Italy

My personal experience was really nice; my teachers were as good and kind as my classmates were. This experience helped me to improve my speaking abilities but also in learning new words.

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Quality of teaching
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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
13 Jun 2022 - 24 Jun 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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housing

Housing

ILC Birmingham offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Self catering - Shared

£ 165
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Birmingham
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 40 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 165
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 40 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.

Bed & Breakfast Homestay - Shared room

£ 175
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Birmingham
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 40 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 175
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 40 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.

Homestay - Half board - Shared

£ 190
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Birmingham
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 40 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 190
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 40 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.

Homestay - Self catering - Single

£ 190
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Birmingham
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 40 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
£ 190
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 40 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.

Bed & Breakfast Homestay - Single-person room

£ 200
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Birmingham
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 40 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
£ 200
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 40 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.

Homestay - Half board - Single

£ 215
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Birmingham
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 40 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
£ 215
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 40 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.
visa

Visa support

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 . 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.

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Flights and airport transfer

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 Birmingham based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

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