ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

If you want to learn English as a second language, you are welcome.

For our adult ESOL programmes, you need to be over 19.

Our team will invite you to an English language assessment. This will help our tutors choose the best course level for you.

You need to bring your immigration documents so we can check that you're allowed to study in the UK.

The course changes focus each term. The topics are:

• Reading
• Writing
• Speaking and listening
• Grammar
• Vocabularly
• Pronunciation

You'll progress through levels to help you join your community with confidence. These skills aim to help you get a job or study further education or higher education.

All your classes are on the Bath City Centre Campus. An English language teacher will help you in every class to reach your language goals.

The academic year is split into three terms. Classes start each term and run for 8 to 15 weeks.

• Term 1: 8 weeks
• Term 2: 11 weeks
• Term 3: 15 weeks

You can go to morning, afternoon, and evening classes to fit your schedule. Morning and afternoon classes are at the Bath City Centre Campus.

If you choose evening classes, half are at the Bath City Centre Campus, and half are online.

ESOL College Certificate (RARPA Non Exam Classes)

• Part-time.
• Four hours per week (two 2-hour classes).
• Grow your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to get ready for further qualifications and potential employment.
• Learn English grammar to communicate clearly when you write or speak at work or in class.
• Your goals will match your level of English. This way, you learn with confidence.
• Tutors will work with you and check your progress, so you can improve your English every week.

ESOL Qualification Courses (Exam Classes)

• Part-time.
• Six hours per week (two 2-hour classes).
• Improve your English grammar skills, so you can talk and write with confidence in daily life, classes, and work.
• Develop your understanding of key aspects of British society on the Living and Working in the UK qualification.
• Exams in reading, writing, speaking and listening to prepare you for more qualifications or potential work.

For exam classes, you will review your exam objectives, or in non-exam classes, you will agree personal language goals.

You will receive developmental feedback from your teacher to help you reach your lesson aims.

These courses are levels A0 to C1 and match the Regulated Qualifications Framework Pre-Entry to Level 2.

This means your English certificate will be recognised everywhere.

A recognised certificate makes it easier to apply for employment, better jobs or studies.

This course can be free, but the price is different for everyone.

To find out more, email ESOL@bathcollege.ac.uk or call 01225 328720.

One of our team members will explain everything to you in simple English.

You also have access to extra support to help you learn English. This can help with exams, one-to-one support, or special learning materials.

And if you are in trouble, or know a friend who is, you can speak to the Student Welfare team. Email safe@bathcollege.ac.uk for help.

If you need help with travel costs or free meals, you can email studentservices@bathcollege.ac.uk to apply.

Bath College wants to help you every step of your learning.