Improve your English in Bristol with General English

On your General English course at EC Bristol you will improve your level and maximise your skills at a pace that works for you.

If you are anywhere between a Beginner and Advanced student, you will improve quickly and effectively while gaining confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing English.

Bristol is a vibrant and energetic city and less than two hours from London. With so much to see and do, you will be very inspired to get the most from the General English course.

Our students come to EC Bristol from all over the world to take General English. You will be exposed to different cultures, broaden your worldview and make lasting friendships as you practise and improve your skills with like-minded people right here in Bristol.

Dan Steward

Centre Director

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Choose your option

Choose the General English (20) programme, or add intensity by supercharging your time with an added 4 or 10 Special Focus lessons each week. You choose which special focus classes you want to follow, allowing you to personalise your learning and focus on the skills you wish to build. You can change lessons regularly and build the programme you need according to your future goals.

Please note that the minimum level for the Guaranteed Morning Start Timetable at the schools where it is available is Elementary.

General English 20

General English 20 (20 lessons per week / 15 hours) will give you a practical understanding of the English language and take you all the way to fluency. See your confidence improve as we train you in all communication skills.

General English 24

This additional option is only available to students studying in the USA or Canada. You get 24 lessons (18 hours) per week of General English including four lessons per week in your choice of Special Focus study.

General English 30

This course is made up of 30 lessons (22.5 hours) per week including the General English classes. It also allows you to personalise your course by taking 10 lessons per week across a wide selection of Special Focus options.

One-to-One lessons

Add One-to-One sessions to the General English course and maximise your progress through private lessons. With individual attention, these sessions are 100% focused on your requirements and designed by your teachers to match your needs.

Course details
Accommodation
Arrival and first day
Nationality mix

Available: all year

Lesson length: 45 minutes

Lessons per week:
20 (15 hours)
30 (22.5 hours)

Minimum age: 16

Starts: every Monday

Class size: 15 students maximum

Level: all levels

Where you choose to live is a central part of your study abroad experience. We have a variety of accommodation options to suit your lifestyle, budget and needs. You can live with other EC students or in a homestay with local English speakers.

Residences often have lively atmospheres suitable for anyone who loves socialising. Our accommodation options are convenient for public transport, making it easy for you to get to school.

If you choose a Homestay, you will live with local English speakers and experience an authentic lifestyle. You will live as your hosts live, eat what they eat, and spend time at home together. Many students enjoy the home-cooked meals and the extra feeling of security in a homestay.

It doesn't matter what kind of accommodation you've chosen, the welcome will be just as good. If you're in a homestay you’ll be greeted by a warm and friendly host. If you've chosen residential option, the residence teams will welcome you and ensure you're happy and settled in.

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Your EC experience starts long before your first day at school. From the moment you book your course, we'll be there to help you prepare for student life in the best and smoothest possible way.

We know that the idea of arriving in a new country can be a little daunting, especially if you’re travelling alone for the first time. That’s why your EC family is there to guide and support you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

At any point during your arrival or stay you can call us on our emergency telephone number (you will be given this number when you book your course). We will work hard to make your arrival a straightforward and stress-free experience.

You can expect a warm, personal welcome and ice-breaker events to help you get to know your fellow students and EC staff. There will also be fun activities for the weekend before your first day at school, so you can get to know the other EC students a little better. Learn more about your first day at EC.

MyEC

MyEC is your first big step in making your arrival as simple as possible. Our system is a personalised study tool and powerful learning companion you can use throughout your EC journey! You’ll get access to MyEC as soon as you receive your booking confirmation.

Through this online portal, you can:

Access study materials to start learning before you leave home.
Complete your placement test before you arrive (saving you time on your first day).
Fill in the pre-arrival survey so we can better understand your needs and expectations.

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Based on a 3-year average of student weeks.

Saudi Arabian 24%

Spanish 9%

Italian 9%

Korean 8%

Swiss 8%

Kuwaiti 6%

Omani 5%

Other 31%

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