Boost confidence with British Council English courses for adults
Do you aspire for new opportunities? Picture yourself in a meeting where everyone speaks English fluently, or trying to make a new friend. Feeling left out or struggling to communicate can get really frustrating, right?
This is why mastering English is so valuable for adults who want to improve their career opportunities or connect with new people.
Explore how the British Council’s English courses for adults can improve your communication skills with personalised coaching that helps you succeed personally and professionally.
The use of English in Singapore
In Singapore, a global business hub, English is key for communication and connection everywhere you go.
It goes beyond just business! English is the most widely used language everyday in Singapore. According to the Census of Population 2020, conducted every ten years by the Singapore Department of Statistics, nearly 50% of Singaporeans speak English as their primary language at home. This widespread use shows the importance of English proficiency for daily interactions, from casual conversations to professional exchanges.
Our support for developing your English skills will open up a new world of business skills and global opportunities, helping you succeed in work, study, and travel.
Plus, being proficient in English is crucial when you are applying for higher education overseas or looking for new adventures abroad. Tests like International English Language Testing System (IELTS) assess these skills, and high scores can open doors to exciting opportunities for travel and education abroad.
Our English courses for adults are designed to boost your confidence by increasing your language proficiency. Here’s how our courses help you communicate effectively.
The British Council’s approach to boosting adult learner confidence
Tailored learning paths and expert guidance
Before starting a course with us, our team meets with you to identify your learning needs. A personalised assessment conducted, which helps us understand your unique goals and challenges. These insights are used to develop tailored learning paths to address specific areas for improvement.
Throughout your learning journey, our expert instructors will guide and offer support and feedback to help you achieve your goals. This personalised approach enables you to receive a suitable level of challenge and support to deliver a learning process that fits your needs.
What our student said about our General English courseThayane, Brazilian, General English 'To feel more confident speaking English, especially in interactions with native speakers, is a goal of mine! The British Council has provided valuable support in improving my grammar and word pronunciation, which contributed to my achievement of a strong grade in my most recent test.' |
Business English
Clear communication is essential for success in any business. Our Business English course focuses on practical applications like presentations, meetings, and writing emails. By building confidence and fluency in spoken and written English, you will gain the skills necessary for business success.
The course is designed to focus on immediate and practical application, ensuring you can effectively use your understanding of English in your current job as well as in future opportunities. Personalised content linked to your professional goals and individual feedback on presentations, speeches, emails, and reports ensures that you can apply what you learn right away.
Key features of our Business English course include:
- Personalised content: Tailored to your professional and learning goals.
- Engaging learning experience: Enjoy extracurricular activities and social events with MyClub.
- Qualified instructors: Our highly experienced teachers guide you through your learning journey.
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IELTS Coach
Getting the band score you need on the IELTS test is key to reaching your academic and professional goals. Our IELTS Coach course is tailored to develop essential language skills and exam strategies for both Academic and General Training IELTS tests.
Our course is led by expert instructors who are highly qualified and experienced in IELTS preparation.
Key features of our IELTS Coach include:
- Flexible scheduling: Book your IELTS Coach course and IELTS test together and take the computer-based IELTS test any day of the week.
- Small class sizes: Part-time courses with a maximum of 16 students to maximise teacher-student interaction.
- Progress tracking: You can track your English language progress using the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
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English courses for all needs
We also offer a range of courses to help you communicate in everyday life and to support the preparation of those looking to take the IELTS test.
| General Engish | Speak with Confidence | Say it Clearly |
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The General English course is designed for adults who need to improve their English for everyday purposes. This course improves English speaking, listening skills, grammar, and vocabulary. It will help you speak more accurately and confidently, understand texts better, improve writing skills, and expand your vocabulary. |
Our Speak with Confidence course enhances spoken English skills, focusing on fluency and pronunciation for everyday use. Our course caters to all levels: Speak with Confidence improves basic spoken fluency and pronunciation. It also boosts your confidence in daily conversations. Speak with Confidence Essential enhances communication and listening skills for daily use. Speak with Confidence Essential Plus helps you develop advanced speaking and everyday language skills for life and work. |
Say it Clearly is a short, 20-hour pronunciation course aimed at assisting students to speak English more effectively and fluently. It focuses on pronouncing sounds correctly, understanding different sounds, stressing the right words in sentences, and using clear and accurate speech. |
