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Main Course Intensive

ILC Cambridge

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Course description

Our Intensive Course coordinates 20 lessons on our Main Course programme with 250 additional minutes of lessons which run on 4 afternoons. These afternoon lessons build language to help students communicate at lower language levels and give lots of communication practice to higher level learners.

Our Main Course Intensive is a general English language improvement course which teaches students how to use English to communicate effectively in speaking and writing.

Lesson content of this course is based on an up to date course book and supplementary materials and activities provided by the teacher.

Your teachers will use a range of techniques and technologies to help you learn.

Regular level tests will show you when you are ready to progress to the next level.

If your course is longer than 4 weeks, you will have a 15-minute one-to-one tutorial with a teacher or the head of studies every 4 weeks.

You will receive a certificate at the end of your course.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-48 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
30 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
22 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026

ILC Cambridge does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
09:15 AM - 12:45 PM
Afternoon session
01:30 PM - 03:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Cambridge.

Class size

Average 10 students
Maximum 13 students

Student age

Age range 16 - 82 years old
Average 25 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

The perfect place to study, experience the essence of Cambridge and explore England.

Number of classrooms
7

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at ILC Cambridge varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25.

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
22 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026

School location

ILC Cambridge is centrally located in the heart of historic Cambridge, just minutes away from everything the city has to offer. As an exciting and innovative hub for science and business, it provides a dynamic environment for learning and exploration. With excellent transport links, it is only 1 hour and 15 minutes by train from London, making it easily accessible. Whether studying, experiencing the rich academic and cultural heritage of Cambridge, or exploring England, ILC Cambridge offers the perfect setting for an inspiring and immersive experience.

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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from . Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.

If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

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Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Cambridge based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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