At Oxons College, this course will equip you with a highly adaptable set of skills important to a vast range of occupations. The qualities you will develop, such as critical thinking and communication skills, are much in demand in today’s competitive job market, and English is a discipline highly regarded by graduate employers.

At the end of your course, you should be more able to express what you want to say in a Received Standard English, feel more confident in understanding and speaking English in all situations, enjoy reading a variety of texts for information and pleasure, and be able to produce a variety of written texts.

• • Learn from experienced English teachers.
  • Improve your English language skills for professional and academic success.
  • Develop language and cultural skills in an international city.
  • Explore London’s exciting cultural attractions.
  • English courses for foreigners and adults.
  • Enjoy the city’s diverse range of food and entertainment.
  • Make friends from around the world.
  • Learn about various accents, as well as British culture and history.

Who is this course for?

This course is for any non-native speaker who wants to get better at English. It doesn’t matter what level you are, or whether you have a little time or a lot – this course is suitable for everyone. You can choose to study in the morning, afternoon or evening, full-time or part-time. It’s all about finding the balance that suits you best.

Fees and Funding

Course Fee: £480

Course Outline 

Assessment method: Certificate based on a set standard individual assessment

Level value: 1

Guided learning hours (GLH): 140

Tangible Outcome: Proficiency in language and communication skills in life

Mode of Teaching Learning: In-Person/Online/Blended

 

What Does This Course Cover 

• Fundamental speaking
• Fundamental  listening
• Advanced  & creative speaking
• Advanced level listening
• Situational conversation
• Fundamental  conversation
• Bypass communication (creativity, grammar and articulation)
• Developing Vocabulary through the word-making process
• Intonation and pronunciation

Course Content

Unit 1: Introduction to Effective Communication

• Objectives: Understanding the basics of communication and the importance of effective speaking skills.
• Topics Covered:
  • Communication process and models
  • Barriers to effective communication
  • Verbal and non-verbal communication
• Activities:
  • Icebreakers and introduction exercises
  • Identifying personal communication barriers

Unit 2: Fundamentals of English Pronunciation

• Objectives: Improve pronunciation and accent.
• Topics Covered:
  • Phonetics and phonology
  • Vowel and consonant sounds
  • Stress and intonation patterns
• Activities:
  • Pronunciation drills
  • Listening and repeating exercises

Unit 3: Building Vocabulary

• Objectives: Expand vocabulary for various contexts.
• Topics Covered:
  • Commonly used vocabulary in everyday conversations
  • Contextual vocabulary usage
  • Synonyms, antonyms, and idioms
• Activities:
  • Vocabulary games and quizzes
  • Flashcards and word mapping

Unit 4: Grammar and Sentence Structure

• Objectives: Mastering grammar rules and constructing clear sentences.
• Topics Covered:
  • Basic to advanced grammar rules
  • Sentence types and structures
  • Common grammatical errors
• Activities:
  • Grammar worksheets
  • Sentence construction exercises

Unit 5: Public Speaking and Presentation Skills

• Objectives: Build confidence in public speaking and presentations.
• Topics Covered:
  • Techniques for effective public speaking
  • Organizing and structuring a presentation
  • Use of visual aids
• Activities:
  • Speech delivery practice
  • Presentation preparation and delivery

Unit 6: Listening and Comprehension Skills

• Objectives: Enhance listening and understanding abilities.
• Topics Covered:
  • Active listening strategies
  • Note-taking and summarizing
  • Understanding different accents and dialects
• Activities:
  • Listening comprehension exercises
  • Audio and video analysis

Unit 7: Conversational English

• Objectives: Improve fluency and confidence in daily conversations.
• Topics Covered:
  • Everyday conversational phrases
  • Small talk and social interactions
  • Handling difficult conversations
• Activities:
  • Role-playing scenarios
  • Conversation practice with peers

Unit 8: Advanced Communication Techniques

• Objectives: Mastering advanced communication strategies.
• Topics Covered:
  • Persuasion and negotiation
  • Storytelling and narrative techniques
  • Effective feedback and questioning
• Activities:
  • Persuasion and negotiation exercises
  • Storytelling practice

Unit 9: Cross-Cultural Communication

• Objectives: Understanding and navigating cross-cultural interactions.
• Topics Covered:
  • Cultural norms and differences
  • Communication styles across cultures
  • Building cultural empathy
• Activities:
  • Cross-cultural communication role-plays
  • Case studies and discussions

Unit 10: Continuous Improvement

• Objectives: Creating a plan for ongoing improvement.
• Topics Covered:
  • Self-assessment and feedback
  • Setting communication goals
  • Resources for continuous learning
• Activities:
  • Developing a personal communication improvement plan
  • Regular self-assessment and reflection

Tutorial Support

Besides regular lesson times, off-lesson-hour supports are also available at an agreed-upon time.