{"id":4350,"date":"2024-02-07T20:50:48","date_gmt":"2024-02-07T19:50:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.lsi.edu\/?p=4350"},"modified":"2024-02-07T20:50:50","modified_gmt":"2024-02-07T19:50:50","slug":"a-crash-course-in-lsi-courses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lsi.edu\/index.php\/2024\/02\/a-crash-course-in-lsi-courses\/","title":{"rendered":"A Crash Course in LSI Courses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Interested in enrolling in a course at LSI but not sure which one to take? Here is a simple guide to help you start your language-learning journey!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our courses start every Monday<\/strong> of the year (except when it falls on a Holiday), and you can decide how many weeks you would like to study with us. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apart from our Junior Programmes, our courses are designed for students aged 16+<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out all our locations across the globe!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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General Courses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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General 20<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

20 English lessons per week covering all parts of the language: grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The timetable is Monday to Friday from 9:10\/9:30 to 12:50\/13:10 (time depends on the school).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Intensive 25<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A combination of general English with business English, conversation, or preparation for the IELTS\/TOEFL for a total of 25 lessons per week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The timetable is Monday to Friday from 9:10\/9:30 to 12:50\/13:10 (time depends on the school) plus two days a week of afternoon classes from 14:00 to 16:10.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Intensive 30<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A combination of general English with business English, conversation, or preparation for IELTS\/TOEFL for a total of 30 lessons per week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The timetable is Monday to Friday from 9:10\/9:30 to 12:50\/13:10 (time depends on the school) plus four days a week of afternoon classes from 14:00 to 16:10.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Afternoon Classes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our “Afternoon 10” course consists of 10 English lessons per week for specific purposes classes during the afternoon. It is suitable for students who wish to improve their fluency, vocabulary and pronunciation in a language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here you will be able to study Academic English, Business, Medical, or Fluency English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The timetable is Monday to Thursday from 14:00 to 16:10.\u00a0There are no afternoon classes on Fridays<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beginner students are NOT eligible to take afternoon classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

English Proficiency Levels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our courses are taught from levels A1 – C1<\/strong>. Prior to your start date, you will be sent a link to an Online Placement Test<\/strong>, which will be used you asses your level. You will also complete a Speaking Assessment<\/strong> after checking in on your first day of school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After successfully finishing the course, you will be awarded a certificate<\/strong> specifying the course title and your achieved level. To qualify for the certificate, you must attend a minimum of 80%<\/strong> of your classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wondering what level you are? Take the Practice Test on our website.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Specialized Courses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the general courses described above, many of our schools offer specialized courses<\/strong> that cater to specific professions and learning goals. Are you a doctor hoping to take your practice international, or a newcomer trying to land a job in a cafe? We may have the course to help put you on the right track. Check out our brochures to find out at which schools and dates the courses are being offered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Medical English<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Legal English<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

English for Public Speaking & Presentations<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

English for 28+<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

English with Barista training in Auckland<\/a> and Brisbane<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Junior and Family Programs<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Booking a Course<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is time to apply what you have learned in this short lesson and book a course at LSI! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The process is simple and can be completed on our website.<\/a> Here is a breakdown of the steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n