English Language Programs for All Levels of English Fluency

BIR Training Center’s English Language Programs offer students English language skills instruction and affordable tuition. Our flexible programs are designed for students at all levels of English fluency, helping them to acquire the oral and written proficiency needed to succeed in academics, the workplace and everyday life.

The Advantages of BIR’s English Language Programs:
• Flexible schedule allows students to begin classes seven times per year
• Expert English teachers with advanced degrees in linguistics, education, and related fields
• Integrated learning approach combines lectures, workshops and tutoring
• Affordable tuition

Getting started is easy. Entering students receive a professional English language assessment which is used to place them in the appropriate program and level of study.

English Language Programs:

English Language Introductory Program:
This is the perfect starting point for students who are either new to the English language or have some English language skills already. The Introductory Program includes foundations, beginning and intermediate levels. The curriculum builds the basis of English language skills in reading, speaking and listening, and writing.

The English Language Bridge Program:
This program includes Advanced and Academic Bridge levels. Students take steps to expand their English fluency and personal knowledge by using English in academic and workplace contexts.

English Language Programs, an Integrated Learning Approach

BIR Training Center’s approach has three main components: lectures, Learning Center tutoring and study halls, and content-based workshops. Combined, these components provide English language skills education that prepares students to meet their life, academic, and professional goals.

BIR 2+2+1 English Language Program

Caption: Students take 2 lectures, 2 workshops and 1 learning center session per week.

Lectures –
The Cornerstone of English Fluency:

Each seven week module includes two weekly lectures that intensively focus on one of the core English language skill areas: reading, speaking/listening or writing.

Workshops –
The Fast Lane to English Fluency

As part of the integrated learning approach, BIR students select two workshops per week from a wide range of topics. Topics include vocabulary, grammar, cultural interests, Medical English, Business English, Hospitality, Journalism, American Workplace, Test Prep, and Computer Technology. Additionally, students can elect to take consecutive workshops on English for Specific Purposes Topic, or Stream. Steams offer students the opportunity to receive a certificate upon completion of 3 consecutive workshops.

Learning Center –
Resources for Individual English Language Skills Development:

In addition to a quiet place to study, the Learning Center provides useful resources that enhance lectures and workshops. BIR Training Center students become regular visitors to the Learning Center for:

• Individual & small group tutoring sessions offered by dedicated, experienced tutors (7 sessions per mini term)
• Additional tutoring sessions are available for a fee through PLUS Services
• Study halls offer students opportunities to learn with their peers in small group settings tailored to their specific needs
• The lending library offers books, magazines, newspapers and other study materials

Immediate feedback is at the heart of the Learning Center’s value to students. Students learn English language skills at their own pace on the topics with which they need the most help.