Welcome to the International School of English (ISE) Ireland. Whether you are aiming for university entry, career advancement, or personal growth, our Exam Preparation Programmes are designed to provide the strategy, confidence, and language skills you need to succeed.
Our IELTS course will help to prepare you for the four exam papers in the IELTS test: Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. Exam teachers use specialist IELTS course books to develop your exam strategies and skills, and widen your vocabulary on relevant topics.
| Hours per week | 15 |
|---|---|
| Course levels |
Pre-Intermediate (B1) Advanced (C1) |
| Course code | IEP15 |
| Min. course length | 4, 8, & 12 weeks |
The following Cambridge ESOL exam preparation courses are offered:
FCE (First Certificate in English)
CAE (Certificate in Advanced English)
Exam teachers will prepare students for each section of the exam using a specialist course book. Working from relevant material and past papers, our exam preparation teachers will provide weekly tests and updates of learners' progress in order to maximize exam success.
| Hours per week | 15 |
|---|---|
| Course levels |
Pre-Intermediate (B1) Advanced (C1) |
| Course code | CP15 |
| Min. course length | 2 weeks |
The 'Crash Course' is an intensive FCE preparation programme to help prepare you to take the FCE exam with confidence. Exam teachers will prepare students for the 5 papers for the examination: Reading, Speaking - Use of English - Writing - Listening.
Working from a specialist FCE course book, and using relevant material and past papers, our exam preparation teachers will provide weekly tests and updates of learners' progress in order to maximize exam success.
| Hours per week | 20 |
|---|---|
| Course levels | Upper-Intermediate (B2) |
| Course code | CCE |
| Course length | 4 weeks |
Trinity's Integrated Skills in English (ISE) is a contemporary four skills reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Trinity's Integrated Skills in English (ISE) is a contemporary four skills qualification intended for young people and adults - typically at school, college or university. It is also suitable for teachers and other adults who require a respected English language qualification.
ISE assesses students' ability to interact in English in an authentic and meaningful way through the use of integrated reading and writing tasks and integrated speaking and listening tasks. Preparing for ISE builds real-life English skills and transferable skills required for academic study and employability.
You can take the Trinity ISE exam at The International School Of English, Ireland.
The Integrated Skills in English (ISE) exam is an international English language test offered by Trinity College London. Trinity ISE tests all four English language skills – speaking, listening, reading and writing.
The ISE exam is a widely recognised test worldwide.
The exam tests your ability to interact in English through integrated reading & writing tasks and integrated speaking & listening tasks. Preparing for ISE helps you build real-life English and transferable skills which are required for academic study and employability.
There are two exam modules:
Reading & Writing and Speaking & Listening
The exam modules can be taken together, or at different times. (delete - when students are ready) Students must pass both modules to gain an ISE qualification.
ISE is available at five levels from A2 to C2 on the Common European Framework (CEFR), so there is a level for every learner.
Click on a link below to and information and resources for that level:
ISE Foundation (A2) | ISE I (B1) | ISE II (B2) | ISE III (C1) | ISE IV (C2)
| ISE Foundation (A2) | ISE I (B1) | ISE II (B2) | ISE III (C1) |
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2 Reading tasks + 1 Reading into writing task + 1 Writing task
Total Duration: 2 hours |
| ISE Foundation (A2) | ISE I (B1) | ISE II (B2) | ISE III (C1) |
|---|---|---|---|
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Speaking = 2 tasks
Listening = 2 tasks 13 minutes |
Speaking = 2 tasks
Listening = 2 tasks 14 minutes |
Speaking = 3 tasks
Listening = 1 tasks 20 minutes |
Speaking = 3 tasks
Listening = 1 tasks 25 minutes |
After the exams students receive module certificates showing separate results for reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students also receive a detailed diagnostic report for each skill showing strengths and areas for improvement. When both modules have been passed at the same level, a Trinity Integrated Skills in English qualification is awarded and a certificate is issued.
MORE INFO:
For more information on Trinity GESE, please click here: www.trinitycollege.com/ISE
For more information & to book the exam please contact us by email: info@iseireland.ie
You can also call us for more details on +353 (0)16219039
| Programme | Host family | Residence | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Weeks | Extra Week | 2 Weeks | Extra Week | |
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English + Cultural Activities (15 hours weekly tuition) |
€1,290 | €645 | €2,190 | €1,095 |
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Semi-Intensive English + Cultural Activities (20 hours weekly tuition) |
€1,650 | €825 | €2,550 | €1,275 |
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English + Football / Multi-Sports (15 hours English + 9 hours sports training weekly — 3×3-hour sessions) |
€1,810 | - | €2,710 | - |
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English + Trinity Exam Preparation (15 hours English + 9 hours Trinity Skills weekly) |
€1,750 | - | €2,650 | - |
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English + Music (15 hours English + 9 hours music activities weekly) |
€1,810 | - | €2,710 | - |
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English + 3D Printing Technology (15h English + 9h workshops weekly) - Dublin |
€1,810 | - | €2,710 | - |
Students stay with carefully selected host families, experiencing Irish culture and daily life firsthand.
Located in Dublin’s trendiest area, The Liberties, Yugo New Mill places students at the heart of the city's culture and history, just minutes from top attractions like the Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Castle, and St Patrick’s Cathedral.
Enjoy modern accommodation with en suite rooms and studios, study areas, a gym, games room, private cinema, and 24/7 security — all in a safe and student-friendly environment.
With classrooms and accommodation in one place, students benefit from a comfortable, immersive study experience surrounded by cafés, markets, and vibrant city life.
