English Language (ESOL) Full Time

Provider Information
Lead Organisation: Dundee and Angus College
Contact Telephone Number: 0300 123 10 36
Main Contact: Lia Moss
Adult Learning Offer
Name of adult learning project/activity: English Language (ESOL) Full Time
Level of learning and support: Stage 3: Mid-level (SCQF level 4 -6, NCs) - structured activity offering medium support
Programme outline: Learning Objectives This course is designed to help you improve your English language skills to prepare you for living, working and studying in the UK and to be able to use English for international communication. Key information • qualified, experienced teachers and programme leaders • Dundee and Angus College is a College of Sanctuary, a member of English UK and is accredited by the British Council • 16 hours per week on 2.5 days a week. This consists of 15 hours tuition and 1 hour guided self-study (3 hours online at Upper-int & Advanced levels) • Beginner – Advanced levels • normally 18 – 20 students per class, with a maximum of 22 • 34 weeks • 01 September 2025 – 05 June 2026 Course outline • strong focus on interactive communication for all levels • vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation • listening, reading, speaking, writing • English for work and study • Scottish Qualifications Authority qualifications (units) for ESOL • integrated use of technology • focus on study skills and learner autonomy • project work with a special focus on Scotland • guided self-study in college – one hour a week • one to one support from a dedicated Group Tutor • cultural visits and events – around six a year (free or cost up to £10 each) At lower levels, students will be introduced to basic grammar and vocabulary and there will be an emphasis on equipping students with the practical language and skills that they need to participate in everyday situations outside the classroom.
Notional hours of learning: 16h
Cost of this activity: fully funded for students with settled status and refugees/asylum seekers with relevant e-visa
Delivery location: The Ferry
Awards Providers: SQA
Name and level of award: National 2 and National 3 ESOL Units
Age Range: 16+
Eligibility Criteria: ully funded for students with settled status and refugees/asylum seekers with relevant e-visa