FAQs
General
Why should I study at Brighton Language College international?
Brighton Language College is the city’s largest independent language college. We pride ourselves on our service to our students and our quality teaching.
When can I start my course?
Adults – any Monday – please check course descriptions.
Juniors – Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter seasonal courses – please check descriptions
How long is my course?
Adult courses – you can study 1 to 48 weeks
Junior courses – you can study 1 to 4 weeks
Is there a level test?
Please do the online English test before arrival
How long has the school taught English?
BLC International started teaching English in 1995.
How can I pay for my course?
You must pay in full before arrival, we recommend using our secure payment service FLYWIRE http://brightonlanguage.flywire.com/
When is the school closed for holidays?
25.12.23 – 01.01.24 / 06.05.24 / 27.05.24 / 26.08.24 / 23.12.24 – 03.01.25
What are your opening hours?
Monday – Friday 08:30 – 17:00 / Sunday 08:30 – 18:00 26.03.23 – 16.04.23 & 11/06/23 – 27.08.23 (Junior coach transfer dates)
Lessons
What is a lesson like?
Lessons are communicative & focus on listening & speaking.
Grammar is studied as an aid to communicate. Lessons are modern, challenging & well structured.
How long is each lesson?
20 lessons : 3 hours (2 x 90 minute) / day
24 lessons : 3 hours (2 x 90 minutes) / day + 2.25 hours x 2 / week
32 lessons : 3 hours (2 x 90 minutes) / day + 2.25 hours x 4 / week
What times are my classes?
Morning classes : 09:15 – 12:30
Afternoon classes : 13:30 – 15:00 or 13:30 – 16:45
Are lessons taught face to face?
All lessons are taught in class face to face in Brighton (not online)