EC Malta English School
Description of EC Malta English School
EC Malta English School is one of the first schools of the international network. It was opened in 1991. Today, it is the only one in Malta that has been awarded the ISO 9001 quality certificate. The International School EC Malta is officially recognized by the Maltese Ministry of Education. The School has a membership in FELTOM, all its faculty members are graduates, native speakers possessing the TEFL qualification.
The School is located in Saint Julian. St. Julian is a tourist pearl of the island. There are many interesting and noteworthy sights here.
There is a wide range of language courses and programs in the school. For example, colloquial English courses, Business English, preparation courses for international language exams and tests, one-year studying program for mastering foreign languages. Studying in Malta allows foreign students to combine effective studying with excellent rest.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in EC Malta English School
General English Course
General English course allows to improve language skills and subsequently freely communicate in a foreign language in everyday life.
The program provides for the study of the basic language aspects. The course allows you to develop speech, to learn to conduct competent everyday correspondence, to overcome communication barriers.
- Students age: 16+.
- Start dates: every Monday year-round
- Admission requirements: Beginner level of English proficiency.
- The result of studying: improvement Basic language skills.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
Intensive English course
The rate differs from the total intensity of studying. Students are offered programs designed for 24 to 30 hours a week.
The course is aimed at developing standard language skills. An intensive program allows students to practice communication, to overcome language barriers.
- Students age: 16 years old.
- Start dates: every Monday, all year round
- Entry requirements: Initial level of English proficiency.
- Learning outcomes: fluency in spoken English.
- Class size: Up to 15 students.
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
The course with an intensity of 30 hours per week is suitable for students wishing to master the language at a priority level in the shortest possible time.
A distinctive feature of the course is the work in mini-groups. A class of 6 people is the optimal environment for the development of language skills in intensive mode. Flexibility in planning the course content provides the opportunity to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students.
- Students age: 16+.
- Start dates: every Monday year-round
- Admission requirements: Initial level of English proficiency.
- Class size: up to 6 students.
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes
- Course results: development of language skills, removal of knowledge gaps, free communication in English in everyday life.
Short information about course of business English without specialization.
The program involves studying the general aspects of business English. Students develop communication skills in classroom. Also, practical exercises include compiling business correspondence, studying international business etiquette, and etc.
- Students age: 18 years of age.
- Start dates: every Monday (year-round).
- Requirements for admission: the level of English is not lower than the average.
- The result of the studying: the mastery of business English at a level sufficient to communicate with the employer, colleagues, partners
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- The duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
Short information about individual lessons for students of the main courses.
The course involves studying in strict accordance with the educational needs of a particular student. Individual communication with a native speaker gives an effective result.
- Students age: 16+.
- Start dates: determined individually.
- Requirements for enrollment: any level of basic language education.
- The result of the studying: determined by the student's objectives.
- Class size: 1 person.
- Duration of the lesson: 45 minutes (the duration of the lessons may vary).
The course with an intensity of 24/30 lessons per week (18 / 22.5 hours per week) is aimed at students preparing for the IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge Examinations.
The course provides for the development of rational strategies for passing exams, the development of effective thinking, the study of language aspects necessary for the successful passing of testing.
- Students age: 16 years.
- Start dates: -
- Requirements for admission: Intermediate level of English.
- The result of studying: academic, psychological readiness for the exam.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- The duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
The course lasts 8-12 weeks with an intensity of 20 hours per week focused on students preparing for the IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge Examinations.
The course provides for the development of rational strategies for passing exams, the development of effective thinking, the study of language aspects necessary for the successful passing of testing.
- Students age: 16+.
- Start dates: every Monday
- Admission requirements: level of English proficiency - Upper Intermediate
- The result of studying: academic, psychological readiness for the exam.
- Class size: up to 12 students.
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
The course lasts 8-12 weeks with an intensity of 20 hours per week focused on students preparing for the IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge Examinations.
The course provides for the development of rational strategies for passing exams, the development of effective thinking, the study of language aspects necessary for the successful passing of testing.
- Students age: 16+.
- Start dates: every Monday
- Admission requirements: level of English proficiency - Intermediate
- The result of studying: academic, psychological readiness for the exam.
- Class size: up to 12 students.
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
Online courses in mini-groups with native speakers are offered to foreign students. Students have access to the learning platform.
Academic semester/year
- Students age: from 16 years old,
- Duration of the program: from 1 year,
- Dates: all year round,
- Level of language proficiency: from beginner to advanced.
The program offers a choice of 20 or 30 lessons per week, each lesson lasts 45 minutes - students independently choose the intensity of the course, depending on their goals. Up to 14 people study in classes, students with any level of English proficiency are invited.
The course is designed for learners who want to immerse themselves in the local culture for a long time. Studying English abroad opens up an opportunity for participants to expand their horizons, gain new knowledge and experience. At the end of the course, fluency, accuracy and skills in the correct use of English in all 4 key aspects will be developed:
- Reading
- Letter
- Listening
- Speech comprehension.
Throughout the training, each student is provided with personal guidance, monitoring and feedback to help achieve the best results.
Accommodation, meals, prices
EC Malta English School offers its students accommodation in a host family and in residence.
Family accommodation is a great opportunity to become immersed into linguistic and cultural environment of Malta. In families, students are offered single comfortable rooms (perhaps with an individual bathroom), two meals a day. Access to the telephone, Internet - by appointment. Mostly, family accommodation is offered by the school's teachers.
Students live in a residence of apartment type for 1 - 2 people. Apartments with 2-3 bedrooms have a cozy living room, a bathroom, a kitchen-dining room. Residences are located within walking distance from the school. Students have free Wi-Fi.
Residences of hotel type suggest double occupancy. Apartments with private facilities are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay. Meals at the residences are not provided. Students can cook for themselves.
Subjects and sports
Activities EC Malta English School
Students are offered excursions to Maltese cities. The school also recommends the most interesting, popular directions:
- Gozo;
- the Blue Grotto;
- Mdina;
- Fr. Comino.
Also students in their free time have the opportunity to go in for sports (from bowling to diving). The program also provides for school activities (dance evenings, barbecues, etc.).
Daily routine
Students are offered daytime, morning sessions. In case of individual lessons, the time of lessons is coordinated with the curator.
Advantages
- High quality of educational services, confirmed by international certificate.
- Technological infrastructure.
- Excellent conditions for living and recreation.
- A wide range of language programs.
- Special attention to the physical development of students (each student receives a subscription to a fitness club in the school, a pass to the beach club).
- Interesting leisure program.
Facilities and equipment at EC Malta English School
There are 62 classrooms in the Malta language school, which are located in two buildings of the school. 13 classrooms are designed for work in mini-groups and individual classes. All classrooms in the EC Malta School are equipped with interactive whiteboards, computer, air conditioning. In the buildings there are also self-studying rooms, Internet cafes. To relax during a break between lessons students can have a rest in spacious terraces on the roofs of the buildings.
Admission dates and extra charges
Additional fees:
- Registration fee;
- Courier delivery for the visa;
- Medical insurance.
Extras:
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 145 USD
- Registration fee (for accommodation) 30 USD
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 100 USD
Enrolment process
Upon admission, you must:
- Select a program,
- Fill out an application,
- Pay all mandatory expenses,
- Book accommodation.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
- Passport
- Knowledge of English at a sufficient level (for some programs),
- Medical insurance,
- Visa.
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about EC Malta English School
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
