Course overview

Start your journey to confident English communication with our "Living & Working in the UK" ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) course. Designed for beginners, this course helps you develop the language skills needed for everyday life and work in the UK. Through practical lessons focused on speaking, listening, reading, and writing, you'll build your confidence and improve your ability to navigate common situations at home, in the community, and on the job. Join us to take your first steps toward feeling at home in the UK. This course is funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority.

Course description

Our "Pre-Entry ESOL: Living & Working in the UK" course is designed to help non-native speakers begin their journey with English, focusing on the essential skills needed to live and work comfortably in the UK. This welcoming, beginner-level course provides a supportive environment for students to develop basic language abilities while gaining practical knowledge for everyday tasks and workplace interactions.

Through interactive lessons and real-life scenarios, you’ll learn useful vocabulary and phrases, practice pronunciation, and work on understanding common expressions used in UK culture. From navigating public transport to engaging with colleagues and neighbors, this course will prepare you for meaningful communication and connection.

Divided into three main sections—daily life in the UK, workplace communication, and building essential language skills—this course empowers you to become more confident in speaking and understanding English. Enrol today to begin building a foundation for success in your new home!

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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