Adult Courses, Adult: Skills

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) for Adults

Course Overview

Fee disclaimer

  • This course is FREE for ALL students.
  • A £30 membership fee applies to all students.

Entry requirements

All learners will be assessed to find the correct level of English

Course information

We run highly successful English language courses at all our campuses for adults, from entry and beginner through to intermediate and advanced level. Our friendly and experienced teachers will be able to help you find the right course.

As well as gaining recognised ESOL qualifications, our courses help you with all aspects of life in the uk. This could be to improve your English and pass the Life in the UK Test for your British Citizenship application, to find a job or a better job, to talk to doctors and teachers, to understand British culture and law, to help your children with their homework or to progress to gain a qualification in a vocational or academic subject.

You may also be able to take other courses including maths, IT and other vocational subjects which are accredited by recognised awarding bodies.

After studying ESOL at Entry 3, Level 1 or Level 2 you may feel ready to progress to a vocational course the following year. We have a variety of courses to support you to achieve your aim, whether that is employment, a career change, promotion or Higher Education.

Key topics

  • Conversation skills
  • Writing
  • Reading comprehension
  • Listening and speaking
  • Why study at NCC?

    • Expert teaching: Learn from experienced tutors with real-world industry knowledge
    • Flexible study options: Part-time, evening and online learning available
    • Career progression routes: From entry level to professional qualifications
    • Outstanding support: One-to-one advice, wellbeing support and financial guidance
    • Ofsted-rated Outstanding: Quality teaching and support you can trust
    • Modern facilities: Industry-standard workshops, labs, studios and digital tools
    • Employer links: Courses shaped by local and national job market needs

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What Can This Course Lead To

  • Professional development opportunities, particularly in roles that require good communication skills.
  • Access further education opportunities such as GCSEs, A Levels, vocational courses or Higher Education

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Facilities for Students

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Financial Support

There are several ways we can help you cover the cost of your studies.