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Summer School Courses

Edinburgh College welcomes students aged 16 and over to join our English Language Summer School. Our classes are small, ensuring that you receive personalised language support from experienced teachers in a supportive and engaging classroom environment.

Summer School Course Information

For students aged 16+
Small class sizes, average 12 students (maximum 15 students per class)
Personalised support in a friendly learning environment
Social Programme including activities, trips and cultural events

Summer School Course Options

General English

Improve your communication skills
Develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing
Boost your grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation

Our General English course helps you feel more confident using English in everyday situations. Lessons focus on practical and functional skills, not just grammar and vocabulary. You will take part in interactive activities, projects, and real-world tasks to help you use English naturally and effectively.

What to expect

Learn English in a fun and interactive way
Work on real-world communication rather than just exercises
Take part in project-based learning and explore the local community
Gain confidence using English in different situations

Before starting, you will take a placement test to determine the right class for you. Throughout your course, you will receive personalised feedback and have the chance to choose topics that interest you.

Intensive English (Upgrade option – 5 extra hours per week)

Improve your English faster and develop key skills for study or work
Choose specialised topics that align with your interests, such as Business English, Presentation Skills, or IELTS Preparation.
Learn through real-world tasks.

What to expect

5 extra hours per week to improve your English faster
Flexible learning – choose from a range of topics
Practical tasks that simulate real-world English
Confidence building – use English in real-life situations
Supportive assessments to track your progress

Intensive English Course Modules

Our Intensive English course lets you choose from a range of modules, so you can focus on the skills that are most important to you. Please note that modules may be adjusted according to student interest and availability.

Choose from:

IELTS Preparation (B1+) – Get ready for the IELTS exam with practice in reading, writing, and exam strategies.
Academic Writing for Higher Education (B2+) – Improve writing skills for college or university, including analysis and essay structure.
English and UK Culture (A1-C1) – Learn about British and Scottish traditions, language, and local dialects.
English for Business (A2-C1) – Develop communication skills for business studies and future careers.
English for Tourism (A1-C1) – Learn key phrases and skills for the tourism and travel industry.
Presentation Skills (A2-C1) – Gain confidence in public speaking and learn how to create compelling presentations.

How Will You Learn?

Interactive and group-based learning – work with classmates, discuss ideas, and share opinions.
Project-based tasks – explore interesting topics and practice English in real-life situations.
Personalised learning – choose topics that interest you and get one-on-one support from teachers.
Immersive environment – use English daily in and outside the classroom.

Join us in Scotland’s capital city and experience an exciting summer of learning, culture, and new friendships!

Timetable

Morning classes include a 30-minute break. Afternoon classes include a 15-minute break.

Day	9 AM to 12.30 PM	12.30 PM to 1.30 PM	From 1.30 PM	Evening
Monday	General English	Lunch	Social Programme	Free Time
Tuesday	General English	Lunch	Intensive English Modules	Free Time
Wednesday	General English	Lunch	Social Programme	Free Time
Thursday	General English	Lunch	Intensive English Modules	Social Programme
Friday	General English	Lunch	Free Time	Free Time

Incredible teacher, teaching methods are perfect, he makes learning fun and enjoyable for everyone, when I become an English teacher, I want to be like him

Noah, France

Book your place for Summer School

If you have any questions or need help booking your place on our Summer School, please email summerschool@edinburghcollege.ac.uk

Book a place

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Summer School Fees and Bookings

Studying at our Summer School comes with tuition, accommodation and other fees.

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Social and Cultural Programmes

Make the most of your summer in Edinburgh.

Summer School Accommodation

Explore the range of affordable options.

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Studying In Edinburgh

As a city, Edinburgh has it all – stunning architecture, abundant parks, state-of-the-art sports facilities, world-famous museums, galleries and theatres, and a lively social scene.

I found that being in a small, level-based group helped us progress. The teachers were patient and took the time to explain vocabulary clearly. The activities were fantastic for meeting people outside our class groups, which helped the whole group come together.

Chloe, France