English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
COURSE INFORMATION:
Place of Study: Shetland College UHI, Lerwick and Islesburgh Community Centre, Lerwick
Mode of Study: Part-time, day and evening classes.
Length of course: 1 year
Start Date: September 2010
Entry Requirements: None
COURSE SUMMARY:
The ESOL programme is for people who do not speak English as their first language and who would like to get better at reading, writing, listening and speaking English. Most of the courses in the ESOL programme are free.
COURSE CONTENT:
A range of ESOL courses are available. You can join a class working towards a qualification at Access 2, Access 3 and Intermediate 1 levels. You can also choose to join an un-certificated class working at a level which suits you. Classes are available both in the day time and in the evening.
All applicants for ESOL courses are assessed by a tutor to help place them in a course which is right for them.
GOOD REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE:
• Make new friends.
• Improve your English
• Get more confidence
• Help your children with their homework
• Get a better job
• If you achieve Access 3 or Intermediate 1 ESOL, you will be able to apply for UK Citizenship.
HOW WILL I STUDY?
Teaching staff within each college section provide first-line guidance and support for each student in relation to course work. If additional support is required the college’s support for learning team are available to provide appropriate support tailored to individual student needs.
STUDENT QUOTE:
"There is a comfortable atmosphere in the class and so I am not shy about speaking and reading. This course has really helped me." Alina Karol.
STAFF QUOTE:
"Some of our ESOL students have been able to join mainstream college courses and this has been a major confidence boost to them." Celia Smith, ESOL Lecturer.
PROGRESSION:
Academic: NC programmes, after completing ESOL Intermediate 1.
Employment/Career: This course opens up a range of opportunities and gives you the confidence to move forward in your life.
