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ULearn English School Dublin

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As an ACELS-recognised school, ULearn is able to offer non-EU students the opportunity to come to Ireland on a 8 months study & work visa. Students who successfully obtain this visa are entitled to spend 8 months in Ireland which consists of 25 weeks studies and 10 weeks holidays.

While students are in class-time, they are entitled to work part-time (20 hours per week). During the summer (June, July, August & September) and Christmas break (from the 15th of December until the 15th of January) they are entitled to work full-time (40 hours per week).

ULearn can assist non-EU students with documentation, advice and support before, during, and after the application process.

If a non-EU student wishes to stay in Ireland for another (i.e. second) year, they must complete a minimum of 20 weeks classes (15 hours per week) with 85% attendance. Non-EU students may only study 15 hours per week. They may study in the Afternoon. Non-EU students and are not permitted to take classes in the Morning & Afternoon to complete their studies in half the time or in the evening time (after 17:00).

All non-EU students must pay for and undertake an Internationally Recognised Exam. ULearn recommends the IELTS and Cambridge exams.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
25 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 01:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 12 students
Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 22 years old

Certificate

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

100% recommend

based on 7 reviews
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"It was an unique experience"

Francesco Mauro, student from Italy

I loved to live this experience!
Ireland is a beautiful place, full of things to do and Irish people are really friendly: so, I think that it is one of the best places to learn English and to have remarkable personal grow up.
In the school, I created good relationship with my teachers and the guys.
I only had difficulty with this with one person, but I believe that you can’t expect the perfection towards everything and everyone!

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
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Duration of study
7 weeks
Date of study
3 Oct 2022 - 25 Nov 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Good experience but prices must be lower"

michela rosaspina, student from Italy

I had a beautiful experience in the Ulearn with a good teacher in level B2 course.
Another facilitation of the school was the fact that they are connected with a travel bus agency with lower prices to visit some places near Dublin.
The lessons are focused on Cambridge exam and this could help anyone who decide to do this difficult exam.
In my opinion for the service received: without books, pens, etc.. prices must be lower even if you don't do a course of 5 weeks (range in which you pay less), but was a good comprise referred on prices and substance.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
20 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2018
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Acceptable"

Cecilia Peña, student from Spain

I learnt a lot at school but we haven't got any kind of social life
Neither with the school neither with the family. The family was ok but they didn't have me the lunch for the weekend. I think that it isn't an experience in a family. It was like being in a hostel.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
28 Aug 2017 - 8 Sep 2017
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"A memorable experience!!"

Anna Maconi, student from Italy

I stayed in the beautiful city of Dublin for four weeks in which I met lovely people and spent wonderful time. My host family made me feel very welcome, I felt like I was at home! I found my morning classes at ULearn very useful. Lesson started at 9:00 and finished at 12:30. The teacher was great!! She made very interactive lessons that helped me and my classmates improve our language skills. In my class there were people from all over the world!! There were Brazilians, Spanish, Koreans, Japanese, French,south Arabians. So I had to talk in English for the whole time. This allowed me not just to be familiar with the English language but also to know new cultures.
The school is situated in the center of the city, so it was very comfortable to visit Dublin's attractions. ULearn provides trips and activities in the afternoon and in the weekends. The price is very good, some of the activities are even free! I especially enjoyed the language exchange. I highly recommend ULearn to everyone. It is really a great school that will help you to improve your English for sure!

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
25 Jul 2016 - 19 Aug 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"It was an amazing experience."

MEI IAN LEONG, student from Macau

At first, I didn't like my homestay. For me, it was a bad experience. Fortunately, the school changed this for me. I then stayed at a student apartment which was very good. I made a lot of friends who were very funny and very nice. My teachers were very nice and very helpful. I like them so much. When I went home, I missed them so much.

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My ratings for this school

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Housing
Duration of study
8 weeks
Date of study
8 Jun 2015 - 7 Aug 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"I had a good time there learning English."

Antonio Moreno Salas, student from Spain

The school was a bit old and without tables, but it wasn't important because the teachers were good, and the classes were interesting and fun.

The location is good, but I'd prefer the housing to be nearer than it was.

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My ratings for this school

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Housing
Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
23 Feb 2015 - 20 Mar 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Amazing."

JONE AIERBE, ISASTI, student from Spain

I didn't think that my experience would be like the one that I had. I like the way that they teach at ulearn a lot. We learn grammar but we also learn how to use it in real life, and for me that is very important. The teachers are very close to the students and it is easier for learning. I was only there for 3 weeks, but they have been one of the best weeks in my life. I met a lot of people from all over the world and I've had the chance to learn about different cultures. Great experience and nice people that I will remember all my life. I'm very grateful. Thank you!

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My ratings for this school

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School location
Housing
Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
14 Apr 2014 - 2 May 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
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Housing

ULearn offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner - 2 students must book together

$232
weekly
Age range: 16 - 35 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Dublin
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, and garden
Distance to school: 30 - 50 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 10:00 AM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
$232
ULearn has a select network of host families to provide comfortable, warm, quality accommodation for students while studying at ULearn. Living with an Irish family is an ideal way to improve your English with native speakers outside the classroom and, of course, our families can also answer your questions about Dublin (tourist attractions, places to go and visit, and transport options).

Our families are friendly and are accustomed to having students live with them so you will feel welcome and at home right from the beginning of your time there. Our families all have internet so you can communicate with your friends and family in your country. Food is also included (breakfast and dinner meals during the week and all 3 meals on the weekend). Students coming together (e.g. 2 friends, or a boyfriend + girlfriend or husband / wife) can request a shared room.

Please note that most family homes in Dublin are located in the suburbs of the city, about a 30-50 minute journey on public transport from the school. Travel cards are not included in the accommodation price.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

$278
weekly
Age range: 16 - 35 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Dublin
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, and garden
Distance to school: 30 - 50 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 10:00 AM
$278
ULearn has a select network of host families to provide comfortable, warm, quality accommodation for students while studying at ULearn. Living with an Irish family is an ideal way to improve your English with native speakers outside the classroom and, of course, our families can also answer your questions about Dublin (tourist attractions, places to go and visit, and transport options).

Our families are friendly and are accustomed to having students live with them so you will feel welcome and at home right from the beginning of your time there. Our families all have internet so you can communicate with your friends and family in your country. Food is also included (breakfast and dinner meals during the week and all 3 meals on the weekend). Students coming together (e.g. 2 friends, or a boyfriend + girlfriend or husband / wife) can request a shared room.

Please note that most family homes in Dublin are located in the suburbs of the city, about a 30-50 minute journey on public transport from the school. Travel cards are not included in the accommodation price.
apartment

Shared apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals - 2 students must book together

$232
weekly
Age range: 18 - 45 years old
Location: In the city center of Dublin
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 20 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 10:00 AM
$232
The availability of this accommodation is limited. Students interested in this accommodation should try to book 6-12 months in advance of their planned arrival in Dublin.

Normally, the students share a house or an apartment with 5-7 other English students in a variety of locations just outside town (what Dubliners call the city centre)

All accommodation has a fully equipped kitchen and living room with TV. There is wifi throughout the house/apartment. Individual bedrooms can be locked for security.

Bed linen is provided for students but students should bring their own towels.

These rooms can only be supplied to students who are 18 and over and can cater for themselves.

Single-person Premium room - No meals

$405
weekly
Age range: 18 - 45 years old
Location: In the city center of Dublin
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, heating, garden, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 20 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 10:00 AM
$405
The premium rooms are the spacious among all options and contain en-suite bathrooms (stand-up electric shower, toilet and washbasin) and writing table, bedside desk and lamp, and wardrobe.

Finding apartment accommodation in Dublin can be difficult - especially for short-term students coming to Dublin for 6 weeks of less but ULearn can provide accommodation in apartments in Dublin city centre.

The student residences are located in Dublin city centre within a 20 to 30-minute walk from ULearn. There are buses as well if students prefer to take public transport. Students can also make use of Dublin city bikes - there are stations close to the apartments and school. Please see more details about these bikes here: http://www.dublinbikes.ie/

All residences have fully equipped kitchen and living room with TV, individual bedrooms, which can be locked for security, main entrances monitored by CCTV, laundry facilities, internet, and cleaning appliances such as vacuum cleaners.

Bed linen is provided for students but towels are not. All the bills and costs for utilities and WiFi are included (reasonable use). All normal living appliances like digital TV, microwave, iron, fridge/freezer and cooking utensils and accessories like bed sheets are provided. Students should bring their own towels and toiletries.

Residences are normally shared only with other ULearn students. However, there may also be students from Ireland or from other schools so you will always be able to make new friends there. Minors (
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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.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 80 € when you register.

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 Dublin 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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