Program Overview

Work and Study Programmes

Overview

The Work and Study programme is designed for non-EEA students who wish to study English and work in Ireland. This programme integrates students into the General English 15-hour course, which can be taken in either the morning or afternoon, depending on the booking.

Programme Details

• Start dates: Any Monday
• Lessons per week: Varied
• English Proficiency level: Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1)
• Class time: Varied
• Cultural programme: 10+ activities per week
• Lesson length: Varied
• Course duration: 25 weeks of classes + 10 weeks of holidays
• Minimum age: 18+
• Max students per class: Varied

Course Overview

The Work and Study programme is the best choice for non-EEA students keen to study English and work in Ireland. Students enrolled in Academic Year programmes are integrated into the General English 15-hour course, which can be in either the morning or the afternoon depending on the booking. Students on this programme are entitled to up to 10 weeks of holidays.

Examination preparation is included as a component of the course programme, as non-EEA students must undertake one of the recognised English language exams when they enrol in long-stay courses (25 weeks or more) in Ireland. For students who choose IELTS as their final exam, for the first 13 weeks they will do General English and for the last 12 weeks they will take IELTS preparation). For those who choose to take the TIE exam, they study General English for 25 weeks and free exam workshops are offered to help them prepare.

This arrangement entitles them to obtain the Stamp 2 student visa for 8 months. Under this visa, you are allowed to work part-time (20 hours per week) while studying and full-time (40 hours per week) at any time during your 10-week holidays, during the months of June, July, August, September, and during the Christmas holidays.

Timetable Options

• 15 hours Morning | Monday to Friday, 9.00 to 12.15
• 15 hours Afternoon | Monday to Friday, 13.45 to 17.00
• 20 hours Morning | Monday to Friday, 09.00 to 13.30
• 20 hours Afternoon | Monday to Friday, 12.30 to 17.00
  • For students enrolled in the 20-hour programme, an additional weekly Elective session is included, focusing on building communicative and professional skills.
  • Only the attendance for the main session counts towards the 85% required attendance.

Testimonial

"At English Path, we believe that everyone can learn English, no matter where they are starting from in their journey. We use a variety of theoretical and practical teaching methods to meet the needs of all learners. Our positive and supportive learning environment gives you the ideal place to learn and practice your English language skills."

Availability

This course is available at EP Dublin.