British Sign Language
| Study Level | Level 1 |
| Duration | 22 Weeks |
| Study Mode | Full-time |
| Start Date | January 2026 |
ESOL Reading & Writing Award
Study LevelEntry Level 3 Course TypeAdult Duration17 Weeks Start DateFebruary 2025 (+ more) Study ModePart-time LocationDavid Hockney BuildingOverview
This is for learners who may have been studying before and want to progress with their English skills. You will gain a City and Guilds Certificate in ESOL at Level 3 (Reading and Writing).
Fee remission available
Fees: £360.00 and a £60.00 exam fee which is only paid once during an academic year.
Key Info
Our highly qualified teachers will enable you to achieve a qualification in ESOL Skills for Life at an appropriate level and you will have the opportunity to progress to either our vocational or academic courses in the future.
Your ESOL course will be five to six hours a week, depending on which skills you are developing. You will develop the confidence to communicate effectively in your local community and will engage with other learners from different backgrounds and cultures.
All our classes include skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) and Language (Grammar and Vocabulary). Classes are delivered at four different levels from Entry Level 1 (Beginner) to Level 1 (Intermediate). The skills and language used in each class will depend on the level of the class. You will learn about life in the UK (Citizenship).
Topics include: History, Geography, Law, Government, Celebrations, Health, Housing, Work and many others. You will study in regular classes with other students at the same level. You will work as a class, in groups, in pairs and on your own.
Qualification Gained: City and Guilds of London Institute Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 3)
Your tutor will assess you and there will be mock examinations to ensure you are ready to take this examination.
Notice: Fees are currently under review and will be posted as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience.
FE Tuition: £450.00 per academic year
This is representative of the most common fees scenario, but actual fees can vary depending on a number of factors. Please contact us if you need more guidance.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact [email protected]
Disclaimer: Our prospectus, college documents and website are simply here to offer a guide. We accept no liability for any inaccurate statements and are not responsible for any negative outcomes if you rely on an inaccurate statement. We reserve the right to withdraw any programmes or service at any time.
