English language courses in Malta for adults

The island of Malta lies at the heart of the Mediterranean, between East and West. With 7,000 years of history, it is a veritable open-air museum: from the oldest Neolithic remains in the world, to the footprints left by the Knights of Malta and the artists of the Italian Renaissance, not forgetting its fortified towns dating from the Middle Ages, it reveals an impressive heritage, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

But Malta also has a warm, sunny climate all year round, crystal-clear waters, colourful landscapes, towns with picturesque alleyways, numerous cafés and restaurants and a particularly lively nightlife. Malta is certainly the ideal compromise between learning and relaxation.

Our partner school is located in the heart of St Julian’s, a friendly seaside resort built around a small bay, a stone’s throw from the beach and the bus station. It’s the ideal school for perfecting your English in a Mediterranean setting.

Accreditations: FELTOM, ISO 9001

The school offers :

  • 7 classrooms with interactive whiteboards
  • A lounge for relaxing and chatting after class
  • Free Wi-Fi connection
  • A library
  • A study room with computers connected to the Internet
  • A café in the building offering snacks, hot and cold dishes
  • Roof terrace
  • Reduced gym membership
  • Social and cultural programme
  • Beach Club membership (summer only)

VIP service – The Orange Carpet Experience

EC rolls out the orange carpet to welcome you

  • Even before your arrival: a connection to the EC-Online platform to prepare all aspects of your stay
  • A warm welcome on arrival at the airport or station
  • A warm welcome at your residence (an EC manager on site) or with your host family
  • A welcome activity on Sunday to start getting to know the other students
  • On the 1st day of the course: a VIP reception at the school
  • Introduction of all team members and welcome drink

You’re now ready to learn!

English course: general information

  • Length of lesson: 45 minutes
  • Number of students per class: average 11 (maximum 14); mini-groups: maximum 6
  • Timetable: lessons take place in the morning and/or afternoon
  • Placement test: on the first day of the course
  • Certificate of attendance at the end of the course
  • Individual tutoring
  • Personalised training plan
  • Regular assessment of your progress based on the Oxford Online Placement Test

STANDARD COURSES

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20 lessons of general English per week

4 lessons per day during which you will improve the 4 fundamental skills of speaking and writing, listening and reading. In this way, you will develop your ability to practise everyday English.

Levels offered: beginner to advanced

INTENSIVE COURSE

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Ideal course for rapid progress

30 lessons of general English per week, i.e. the 20 general English lessons of the standard course 10 lessons of a module to be chosen from the following options

Options
– Writing
– Media studies
– Language of music
– Analysis of cinematographic works
– Debates on globalisation
– Comparative study of cultural differences and communication
– Contemporary writing
– Academic English (note-taking, essay writing, presentations, etc.)..)
– Oral expression

Levels offered: beginner to advanced

englishfor the workplace

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30 lessons per week, i.e. 20 lessons of general English 10 lessons of business English per week

You will develop your general English skills, then focus on English adapted to the world of work. You will learn to communicate precisely, clearly and fluently, which will enable you to make a presentation or lead a conference call without difficulty in your professional life.

The areas studied are :
– Leading and managing meetings and conference calls
– Presentations
– Project planning
– Small talk
– Goal-setting
– Applying for jobs
– Interviewing

Minimum level of English : B1 (intermediate)

Duration: 1 to 12 weeks

BUSINESS ENGLISH in MINI GROUP – 20 OR 30 LESSONS

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20 or 30 lessons of English for professionals in a mini group of 6 students

This mini group course allows everyone to get involved and participate actively. The flexibility of the teachers, who adapt to the needs of each student, combined with the small size of the class, means that progress can be made at a faster pace.

The topics covered in the lessons are flexible and depend on the group, but generally cover:
– Telephone english
– The Language of Business meetings
– Giving presentations
– Conduction negociations
– Writing professional reports, emails and letters

Minimum level of English : B1 (intermediate)

Duration: 1 to 2 weeks

EC methodology

The school has developed teaching methods based on the practice of English used and spoken in everyday situations. The four skills of speaking, writing, reading and listening are covered, and particular attention is paid to conversation, grammar, vocabulary, idiomatic forms and pronunciation.

The aim is to teach you the English language of today so that you can communicate and be understood by everyone at the end of your language stay. Each lesson will be based on a specific theme or subject adapted to adults.

The teaching resources used are specially designed by EC, supplemented by other materials such as press reviews, videos or other audio documents.

The teachers provide advice and encouragement throughout the stay, while ensuring that learning goes hand in hand with good humour. It is important to establish a pleasant atmosphere and mutual trust in the classroom. As practising the language is the best way to make progress, you will be asked to do a lot during the lessons.

Every week, the school organises cultural and leisure activities in the afternoons and evenings, in which you are free to participate or not. These activities may be free or at cost, and their frequency varies according to the time of year. The schedule of activities is available on the EC-Online platform.

Examples of possible activities:

  • Welcome Event
  • Visits to museums and various historical sites
  • Restaurant outings
  • Bowling
  • Yoga classes
  • Various excursions

Single room, shared bathroom, breakfast

Travel time to school: 10 to 45 minutes by public transport

Practical information :

  • Bed linen and towels provided
  • Possibility of doing your own washing (the family usually provides a washing machine once a week or tells you when the washing is done)

Options (at extra cost):

  • Half board

Shared flat accommodation is a great way to meet other students at the school from all over the world.

Features :

  • Single or shared room
  • Shared bathroom
  • No meals included
  • Travel time to school: 5 to 30 minutes’ walk from the school
  • Location: Sliema, St Julian’s or Swieqi
  • A deposit of approximately €100 may be required on arrival by the school, which will be refunded at the end of your stay if no damage is found

Facilities and services available:

  • Bed linen provided on arrival
  • Free Wi-Fi connection
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Living room
  • Washing machine
  • Weekly cleaning of the flat and bedrooms; the rest of the time, as in all shared flats, cleaning is everyone’s responsibility

Options at extra cost:

  • Studio for 1 or 2 people
  • Private bathroom

You can also opt for 1 studio – 1 bedroom with private bathroom

Travel

Day of arrival: Saturday or Sunday

Day of departure: Saturday or Sunday

Please note The stay is planned for 7 nights (either Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday).

Arrival airport:

  • Malta International Airport

Transfer available on request (at an additional cost, see “Dates & Prices” tab).

Note: do not book your ticket until we have confirmed your stay.

Visa information

Do you need a visa to follow this programme? For more information on this subject, please consult our Visa Information page.

Please do not hesitate to contact us by email or telephone if you require any further information.

Dates 2024

The school is open to students over the age of 30 all year round, except during the summer period when the school organises the special 12-17 years programme with courses and supervised activities.

Starting dates: most courses start on Mondays throughout the year, unless otherwise stated below. If Monday is a public holiday, classes start on Tuesday.

Bank holidays and public holidays: 1/01, 19/02, 29/03, 1/05, 7/06, 15/08, 13/12, 25/12.

Prices 2024

Including all taxes and registration fees

English for the world of work: 1 to 12 weeks. Prices, see 30 lessons.

WPCS 42.0.3
Course and homestay accommodation, single room, breakfast
Duration20 lessons30 lessons
1 week€ 740€ 845
2 weeks€ 1.360€ 1.570
3 weeks€ 1.960€ 2.275
4 weeks€ 2.575€ 2.995
6 weeks€ 3.805€ 4.435
8 weeks€ 5.035€ 5.875
10 weeks€ 6.260€ 7.310
12 weeks€ 7.010€ 7.730
16 weeks€ 9.280€ 10.240
18 weeks€ 10.415€ 11.495
20 weeks€ 11.550€ 12.750
24 weeks€ 13.480€ 14.800
32 weeks€ 17.820€ 19.580
36 weeks€ 20.020€ 22.000
Course and accommodation in shared apartment or student residence, single room, self catering
Duration20 lessons30 lessons
1 week€ 745€ 850
2 weeks€ 1.370€ 1.580
3 weeks€ 1.975€ 2.290
4 weeks€ 2.595€ 3.015
6 weeks€ 3.835€ 4.465
8 weeks€ 5.075€ 5.915
10 weeks€ 6.310€ 7.360
12 weeks€ 7.070€ 7.790
16 weeks€ 9.360€ 10.320
18 weeks€ 10.505€ 11.585
20 weeks€ 11.650€ 12.850
24 weeks€ 13.600€ 14.920
32 weeks€ 17.980€ 19.740
36 weeks€ 20.200€ 22.180
Courses Extras (per week)
High Season 03/07 to 01/09 (all courses from 1 to 12 weeks)€ 25
Business English - Mini-Group - 20 lessons per week€ 225
Business English - Mini-Group - 30 lessons per week€ 245
Accommodation Extras (per week)
HomestayLow SeasonHigh Season*
Homestay, single room, breakfast€ ERROR€ 150
Homestay, single room, half-board€ 15€ 165
Homestay, single room, private bathroom, breakfast€ 50€ 50
Homestay, single room, private bathroom, half-board
Special diet#REF!#REF!
Shared apartment or student residence, self cateringLow SeasonHigh Season*
Shared apartment or student residence, single room, self catering€ ERROR€ 595
Student residence, single room, private bathroom, self catering#REF!#REF!
1 bedroom apartment (studio)
*High Season for accommodation 01/07 to 30/09
Transfer - Each way
Malta International Airport (MLA)€ 25

Prices include:

  • The chosen course programme
  • Accommodation as described
  • Teaching materials and books
  • Unlimited Internet access
  • Language activities and workshops
  • Welcome activity
  • Certificate of attendance
  • All school taxes and administration fees
  • Transfer on arrival from airport to accommodation

Not included:

  • Return journey to Malta
  • Return transfers from accommodation to airport
  • Deposit, if applicable
  • Optional insurance

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