Programme Information

Information on Griffith Institute of Language programmes:

General English Programme 15 hours per week, Morning schedule

General English Programme 15 hours per week, Afternoon Schedule
20 hours Programme 15 hours General English + 5 hours Elective

General English (15 hours per week)

These classes start at 9am each morning and finish at 1.00pm or start at 1.30pm and
finish at 5.00pm each afternoon. They focus on developing the general English
language skills of our students in level appropriate classes.

Students will study:

Grammar & Vocabulary Listening Speaking Reading Writing

Pronunciation

Classes will be:

Communicative
Interactive
Task-based

Class timetables will be issued by the Head of English. The exact timetable the
student receives will depend on the students programme choice and result of the
English Level Placement test, which all new students must take at the time of
registration/induction (on the students first day). This test places our students in
the correct class for their English level.

In class students will study all aspects of the language, including grammar,
vocabulary and pronunciation. They will also study the productive skills of speaking
and writing, and the receptive skills of listening and reading. Often students will be
asked to complete a task or solve a problem in small groups or pairs. The English
Language teacher will decide the best balance of language skills development and
practice that best suits the class.
Sample Timetable: Morning 15 hours students

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

9.00-11.00 General General General General General
English English English English English
Break Break
11.15-13.00 General General General General General
English English English English English

In morning classes, students will have one morning free*

Sample Timetable: Afternoon 15 hours students

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
13.30-15.00 General General General General General
English English English English English
Break Break
15.30-17.00 General General General General General
English English English English English

In afternoon classes students will have classes each weekday

20 Hours Programme - 15 hours General English + 5 hours elective

The 20 hours programme consists of 15 hours General English + 5 hours elective. This is our
premium programme that gives students an additional hour of tuition in the early afternoon
from Monday to Friday. The 15 hours of General English take place in the morning (the
sample timetable above for the 15 hours morning schedule is also applicable). The elective
module takes place in the afternoon for one hour each day.

Sample Electives Timetable 20 hours students

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
13.30-14.30 Elective Elective Elective Elective Elective

Elective Choices (subject to demand)

Elective classes start at 1.30pm each afternoon and finish at 2.30pm unless otherwise
stated. Students take ONE elective. A1 and A2 level students must attend
compulsory Elementary and Pre-Intermediate afternoon classes. Students at B1 level
upwards may choose from our list of electives for the 20 hour programme.

 Choice of Electives for the 20 Hours Programme

Journalism English *(B1 students only)*

A class which explores the workings of Journalism and the Media. Students will
enrich their vocabulary and hone their writing skills in features, report and online
articles

Exam Preparation
This class focuses on preparing students for the wide variety of external English
language exams, in particular the Cambridge FCE and the IELTS exams (most popular
choice). Students will gain valuable practice in preparing for the reading, writing,
speaking and listening elements of these exams.

Business English
The wide variety of skills necessary for advancement in an English speaking
business environment are covered in this class. Students will develop their Business
English vocabulary, learn how to write business documents (including memos,
emails, reports, letters of application and letters of complaint), prepare oral
presentations using visual aids, and enhance their reading skills in skimming and
scanning.

Conversation and Writing

A great way to develop your oral and written skills in a relaxed classroom setting.
Students are set assignments to write on topical everyday issues. They then get the
chance to discuss and debate those issues in class before writing their assignment in
a coherent and appropriate style.

Culture and Society of Ireland

Students get to explore the historical and contemporary issues that have combined to
make Ireland the society it is today. Language, history and culture are part of the
course but so too are the major social issues of Irish society. Students will debate,
read and write on these topics.