Language Course for Adults
Languages Taught
English
French
German
Spanish
Italian
Russian
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Levels and Courses
Oxford School courses are divided into 8 levels, with teaching programmes structured according to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
Level 1 is for absolute beginners and Level 8 is for students with a level of English close to that of a native speaker.
Comparative table of Oxford School levels according to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
To ensure that students are placed in classes appropriate to their level and age group, an initial assessment is made by means of a written test and an oral interview.
The student can choose to complete each of these levels in Annual Courses or Intensive Courses.
The main differences between the two are as follows:
- The Annual Courses run from October to June, and payment is also monthly. The weekly workload is less than that of the Intensive Courses, but overall these courses have more hours, allowing for more conversation and more repetition of the same type of exercises than the Intensive Courses.
- The Intensive Courses usually run for three months, with 4 to 6 hours per week. They are usually designed for students who need to learn more quickly. These courses have fewer hours than the Annual Courses and the content, although the same, is given in a more concentrated way.
At the end of each course, students receive a certificate stating the type of course attended, its duration and the final level achieved.
Quadro comparativo dos níveis da Oxford School, do QECRL (Quadro Europeu Comum de Referência para as Línguas) e do “ALTE” (Association of Language Testers in Europe).
Para uma correcta integração dos alunos nas turmas correspondentes aos seus conhecimentos e à sua faixa etária, é feita uma avaliação inicial, através de um teste escrito e de uma entrevista oral.
No fim de cada curso, os alunos recebem um certificado onde consta o tipo de curso frequentado, a sua duração, nível e resultado final. O número de horas de ensino estimado para completar cada nível é de 60, até ao nível 5, e de 100, a partir do Nível 6.
O aluno poderá optar por completar cada um destes níveis em Cursos Anuais ou em Cursos Intensivos.
As principais diferenças entre eles são:
- Os Cursos Anuais decorrem de outubro a junho, o pagamento é também mensal. A carga horária semanal é menor do que a dos Cursos Intensivos mas na totalidade estes cursos têm mais horas, permitindo mais conversação e mais repetição de exercícios do mesmo tipo do que os Cursos Intensivos.
- Os Cursos Intensivos decorrem em geral durante um trimestre com uma carga horária de 4 a 6 horas por semana. São dirigidos para aqueles alunos que têm mais pressa em aprender. Estes cursos têm menos horas do que os cursos Anuais e o conteúdo pedagógico, apesar de ser o mesmo, é dado de uma forma mais concentrada.
- Course Duration: From 4 weeks onwards
- Students per class: Max. 12 students
- Passing Rate: +90%
- Includes Certificates: Yes
The Oxford School uses a fully teacher-assisted method of teaching, either face-to-face or online, to emphasise the oral aspect of communication without neglecting the other language skills, which include lexical, phonological and syntactic knowledge and skills.
Direct contact with the teacher and the simulation of real-life situations allow students to speak from the start without the need for translation.
Language structures are taught naturally and progressively. The teacher uses as little theoretical explanation as possible. Students are encouraged to learn the rules through examples and are encouraged to take an active part in the learning process.
The course programmes are structured according to the different levels of education and with the aim of preparing students for the official exams of the various European universities, whose language diplomas are internationally recognised. The Oxford School is proud of its 90% success rate in international examinations.
The quality of our teachers, combined with the informal and relaxed atmosphere of our classes, provide the ideal conditions for fun and effective learning.
Enjoy learning English at Oxford School!
At the end of each course, our students receive a certificate that verifies the level achieved according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
These certificates include the type of course, duration, grade, the level attended, and the level achieved.
As Oxford School is a school recognized by the Ministry of Education, these certificates are official and have curricular validity.
- Group Classes (4 – 12 students)
Oxford School offers courses in organized classes for any of the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Russian.
- Private Lessons (1 – 3 students)
In private lessons or small closed groups, Oxford School offers courses for almost all European languages, taught by teachers of the respective nationality. Classes can take place at the school facilities, online, or at the students’ homes. Private lessons are open to participants of all ages who desire personalized instruction tailored to their specific interests. They can start and end at any time of the year, with total schedule flexibility.
- Regular Courses
These courses run throughout the academic year, from October to June, with a workload of 2 or 3 hours per week, and are suitable for all levels of proficiency (Levels 1 to 8).
- Semi-Intensive Quarterly Courses
Courses are organized into modules of 48 or 60 hours, with a weekly workload of 4 or 6 hours. They take place throughout the academic year (Oct. to June).
- Summer Courses
The months of July, August, and September are particularly dedicated to intensive courses of 48 or 60 hours (4 weeks in duration).
Take advantage of the summer months to complete a level in just one month and improve your language skills at Oxford School, in Lisbon or abroad!