ELC Cape Town, South Africa
Everyone who teaches EFL at UCT English Language Centre has extensive background and training in the subject. Each teacher brings unique knowledge and passion to the classroom, which helps school grow as a team and keeps ELC true to its mission of providing students with an excellent education.
More than that, ELC provides future ESL teachers with an opportunity to study under industry leaders in accredited TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) programs. The ELC trainers are responsible for creating, delivering, and guiding these classes. Trainers in English as a foreign language (TEFL) work closely with classroom teachers and contribute significantly to their professional growth even when they aren't directly instructing students.
From the time you make an inquiry about studying with ELC until the day you graduate, every member of staff is dedicated to making sure you have an enjoyable experience.
Students at ELC Cape Town are typically international learners who come from various countries to improve their English language skills. They are often motivated, with a shared goal of achieving fluency for personal, academic, or professional reasons. The school provides a supportive and immersive environment where students can practice English both in and out of the classroom, engaging with the local culture and community.
Memberships & Accreditations
- Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
- Cape Town tourism member
- Bildungsurlaub
- ALTO
- English South Africa
The new Centre is furnished with state-of-the-art classroom technology and provides a chic and contemporary setting for learning.
In the middle of town, on the University's Hiddingh Campus, you'll find ELC. The beaches and other nearby attractions are easily accessible, and the cultural and historic center of Cape Town is just a short stroll away.
On a regular basis, there will be performances, exhibitions, and other events that you can enjoy.
Courses
General English - 20 lessons per week
Most well-liked course, General English, is made to accommodate a variety of language learning requirements.
Standard General English course (GE20) consists of 20 classes per week, held Monday through Friday from 9.00 to 13.00. A communicative language instruction session lead by the coursebook will take place in the morning, covering all of the English language's systems and skills. The final hour of the day is dedicated to conversation classes, which use a task-based learning methodology to encourage students to interact in a casual environment.
Semi-Intensive English - 25 lessons per week
The semi-intensive course strikes a mix between accelerating your English proficiency and allowing you to enjoy your time in Cape Town. Every day in the morning, GE20 is combined with afternoon electives every week in this course. You have the option of selecting Speaking and Listening, Reading, or Writing for lower levels in the afternoon. You can select between Business English and English for Academic Purposes at the Upper Intermediate level or higher.
Intensive English - 30 lessons per week
The 30-lesson intense course meets Monday through Thursday from 9:00 to 16:30 and on Friday from 9:00 to 13:00. This is most challenging course, and it works best for students who are driven to quickly reach their language learning objectives and highly focused on their studies.
In the morning of this course, basic GE20 is combined with elective classes that concentrate on particular abilities or specializations. You can select between Speaking and Listening, Reading and Writing, Business English, or English for Academic Purposes based on your proficiency level. Many of academically motivated students take English for Academic Purposes in the afternoon and an Intensive IELTS preparation course in the morning.
Individual English - 10 lessons per week
Students may opt for one-on-one instruction with a teacher if they have particular needs when learning a language. Before beginning any instruction, your teacher will conduct a thorough needs analysis to determine the context in which you must use English as well as the language-usage domains that require assistance and instruction. During this process, you and your instructor will decide on the learning objectives that you will jointly pursue for your course.
You can combine the sessions with other courses and plan them to suit your schedule. Students pursuing full-time employment or academic studies who need assistance with assignments such as preparing a thesis or presenting a work may find that Private Lessons are a good fit. For pupils who are just beginning to learn the language, they can also be a great resource.
Exam preparation (IELTS) - 20 lessons per week
With an emphasis on exam tactics and procedures, this course will help you maximize your ability and get the grade you need to prepare for the IELTS academic English exams. As a university language center, ELC is dedicated to helping students advance to the point where they may submit a competitive application to universities.
The exam may be taken in a nearby testing facility on a regular basis during the course's year-round operation.
The typical IELTS prep course involves 20 courses per week, from 9:00 to 13:00. Training exam tactics in speaking, listening, reading, and writing will be the main focus of the course.
Exam fees are not included.
Exam preparation (IELTS) - 30 lessons per week
The purpose of the IELTS Academic exam is to assess candidates for undergraduate and graduate entrance to universities as well as for specific professional registrations. It measures the characteristics of language used in academic study and determines if you are prepared to start learning or training in an environment where English is the language of instruction.
Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking are the four sections. The Speaking portion is typically scheduled for the day after the previous three portions, which all occur on the same day. It is advisable that you schedule your exam at least one month ahead of time.
More than 10,000 education and training organizations worldwide accept an IELTS certificate as proof of English language competency.
Exam fees are not included.
Exam preparation (TOEFL) - 20 lessons per week
This course will help you get ready for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), which is one of the main standardized tests used to evaluate non-native speakers of English along with IELTS. Similar to IELTS, obtaining the necessary TOEFL iBT exam "band" or score indicates your academic English competency. For this reason, it is required for admission at hundreds of English-speaking universities across the globe.
The TOEFL exam preparation course is open to students who are Upper-Intermediate level or above. It can be combined with afternoon General English electives.
Exam fees are not included.
Exam preparation (TOEFL) - 30 lessons per week
Through explanations of the exam's structure, question styles, and expected content, tutors will assist you in developing a strategy for how to approach the test. Gain knowledge of the evaluation standards and grading scheme for every exam segment will also be provided.
This course is practice- and theory-based, with clear objectives and quantifiable results. It also provides a wealth of sample papers to help you be successful.
Exam fees are not included.
Exam preparation (Cambridge) - 20 lessons per week
Gaining a Cambridge English Qualification will help you gain entrance to numerous universities and improve your employment prospects. A level of the Common European Framework of Reference serves as the foundation for each Cambridge English Qualification (CEFR).
The two Cambridge Exam Preparation courses offered by ELC are designed to get students ready for the Cambridge B2 First (FCE) and Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE). You will have a thorough understanding of the format and scoring system of each exam from the courses. Through a plethora of practice exams, you will be able to comprehend the types of questions you should expect on test day. As you hone your abilities in the four fundamental areas that will be examined on the exam—speaking, reading, writing, and listening—you will also pick up important time management techniques.
Exam fees are not included. Please check the course start dates with your manager.
Exam preparation (Cambridge) - 30 lessons per week
You can open doors to better jobs and more university options by succeeding in a Cambridge English Qualification.
English Language Center offers two Cambridge Exam Preparation courses: Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) and Cambridge B2 First (FCE). You will gain a thorough understanding of the format and scoring criteria for each exam from the classes. With plenty of practice exams under your belt, you'll know what to anticipate from the real thing when test day rolls around. In addition to practicing for the exam's four main skills—speaking, reading, writing, and listening—you'll pick some important time management techniques.
Exam fees are not included. Please check the course start dates with your manager.
Housing
Host family (single room, shared bathroom)
Homestay lodging entails sharing a home with a family, couple, or individual from the area. This implies that you will be able to put your academic English into practice in a real-world setting while also gaining insight into South African culture.
You will have a desk and wardrobe in your single or double room. Dinner and breakfast are provided. Every homestay is conveniently located near the school, accessible by foot, public transportation, or the Jammie Shuttle.
Host family (single room, private bathroom)
Homestay provides lodging with a host family or local South African host. Homestay is for the outgoing, inquiring student who wants to sample local cuisine and discover South African culture.
A homestay gives you an excellent chance to interact with local English speakers in a real-world situation while fully immersing yourself in South African life and culture. Engaging in everyday conversation with your hosts is an excellent method of improving your English outside of the classroom.
WiFi, housekeeping, and breakfast are all included in the homestay. Laundry services are provided by certain hosts. Every homestay is near ELC, and all of hosts are fluent in English.
Ideal for private living, studio apartments are located at 106 Adderley Street in the city centre, a 10-minute walk from the school and on the UCT shuttle service. These studio apartment units are located on the ninth floor of a 14-storey building and offer private units with bathroom and kitchenette.
The building has a roof-top patio, a cafeteria, a gym, ATM, Wi-Fi and self-access laundry. Each unit offers a private room with ensuite bathroom and a kitchenette and is equipped with a TV, linen, cutlery and crockery. The rooms are serviced weekly and the building also has modern security features for your peace of mind.
The apartments are centrally located near to popular tourist attractions like Long Street, Company's Gardens and Greenmarket Square, along with all the usual city centre amenities such as shops, banks, bars and restaurants.
The Yellow House is an excellent choice if you want to socialize and have fun with other students in a classroom setting. It is centrally placed in the city, just a short stroll from the ELC campus, in Bokaap, one of Cape Town's most well-known tourist destinations.
The Yellow House has five communal bathrooms, a shared kitchen and living area, and eighteen rooms in regular or large sizes. It features a decked courtyard and garden outside, perfect for lounging on a summer evening and with breathtaking views of Table Mountain, Lion's Head, and Cape Town.
With a fully furnished community kitchen and living/dining space, the residence is self-catering. All linens, cutlery, and crockery are provided. For your peace of mind, the house also includes contemporary security measures. Four students share each bathroom in the house.
Although this is a student home and not a five-star luxury hotel, it does provide reasonably priced, cozy, and handy lodging for your stay.
The Yellow House is a great place to meet other students in a fun atmosphere. It located in Bokaap, near one of Cape Town's most famous monuments, in the city center and a short walk from the ELC campus.
The Yellow House has 18 rooms, from standard to big. Five bathrooms, a kitchen, and a living room are shared. Summer evenings on the terrace or in the garden with stunning views of Table Mountain, Lion's Head, and Cape Town from the property's braai area.
The unit has a communal kitchen, living/dining room, and all the linens, silverware, and cookware for self-catering. The residence has advanced security for your peace of mind. The living hall has one bathroom for four students.
As a student home, it offers affordable, pleasant, and convenient lodging.
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