We know how exciting and maybe even daunting it can be to study a foreign language in a new country! Trust us when we say you are in good hands with inlingua Malta. inlingua Malta is part of inlingua International, the largest association of privately-owned language schools in the world, with 309 centres in 39 different countries around the world. Not to mention, our language school has been operating on the Island since 1980 – we are trend setters in the EFL industry in Malta.
We have compiled 10 questions that all first time language students ask us before arriving. Read through our questions and answers and get ready to pack your bags! Your language learning journey awaits.
1. Which English course should I choose?
That is entirely up to you but we might give you a suggestion or two. If you prefer a group environment then choose a General English group course or a General English Mini group course. Both these courses cover general English topics relevant to everyday life. You can also choose a group course for Business English or an Exam Preparation course leading up to an internationally recognised Cambridge qualifications such as IELTS, PET, FCE, CAE and CPE.
If you wish to have a more intensive course, you can choose choose One to One lessons where your trainer designs the lessons around your individual needs and requirements.
2. What is my level at present?
After booking your course you can take our online placement test at http://www.i-e-learn.com and we will send you the results with information about your level.
The test should be taken as close as possible to the start date of your course.
Allocate 30 minutes for the test. Allocate another 10 minutes for the Needs Analysis.
The test is composed of 96 questions that get harder as you progress.
Stop when the questions become too difficult for you to answer.
Important: Choose inlingua Malta as country & centre of your choice so that we will receive your test results!
3. Will I get a certificate at the end of the course?
At the end of your English course you will be presented with an inlingua certificate of attendance which states the type of course you followed, the course duration as well as the level of English you have achieved. A certificate will only be issued if your attendance is satisfactory.
If your intention is to study at inlingua for a long time, we suggest you also apply for an internationally recognised Cambridge exam so you can go home with both an inlingua certificate of attendance as well as a prestigious Cambridge certificate of achievement. Once you are at inlingua, please ask our Director of Studies or Centre Exams Manager to guide you.
4. Where will I stay?
You can choose from various options when you book a course with inlingua. We offer budget accommodation in our school residence, host families, hostels and hotels which range from basic to luxurious. For more about our accommodation options please contact us on info@inlinguamalta.com, or join us on live chat through our website www.inlinguamalta.com
5. What is there to do in Malta?
inlingua organises a full leisure and activity programme every day of the week with cultural tours and historical visits as well as fun, social events in the evenings like BBQ evenings, sunset cruises and student parties. You will continue to speak English outside the classroom while you have fun and socialise with your new friends.
6. How qualified is my trainer?
All inlingua trainers are qualified according to Maltese law and have many years of experience teaching English. They also meet the requirements of the relevant accrediting bodies – the EFL Monitoring Board of the Ministry of Education and the Federation of English Language Teaching Organizations of Malta (FELTOM).
Many of them have obtained further teaching awards such as the much acclaimed Cambridge CELTA from Cambridge. All our trainers attend numerous Continuous Professional development during the year. All trainers have been trained to teach using the inlingua method which follows 9 basic principles. All our trainers believe in making lessons Meaningful, Motivating and Memorable.
Our trainers mean a lot us.
7. How much do things cost?
Prices will vary slightly in different areas but you can expect to pay the following:
(prices are in Euro and are approximate)
Bus fare: 1.50 Euro
1.5 Litre mineral water: 0.50 Euro
Loaf of bread: 0.80 Euro
Litre of milk: 0.75 Euro
Can of soft drink: 1.20 Euro
Plate of pasta/salad and a non alcoholic drink in a restaurant: 10.00 Euro
Bottle of local wine: 7.00 Euro
Fast food burger/chips/drink: 6.00 Euro
Cinema ticket: 6.00 Euro
Ice cream scoop: 1.50 Euro
8. How can I find my way from the airport to my accommodation?
inlingua can book airport transfers for you on request which means that somebody will be waiting for you at the airport upon arrival to take you to your place of accommodation. At the end of your stay you will be picked up from your accommodation and taken to the airport.
You can also make your own arrangements by catching a taxi from the airport.
9. What are the Cambridge Exams?
Cambridge exams are exams set by the University of Cambridge in England and are lifelong qualifications which show proficiency in English. They test the four basic skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing and are available to be taken at all levels, from beginner to advanced.
10. What amenities does inlingua Malta provide?
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- Our school boasts 44 air-conditioned classrooms
- We have a lecture room, junior room and DVD room- equipped with interactive whiteboards
- Library / Self-study centre
- Student Common Room
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the inlingua building
- 24-hour Emergency Helpline
- We have our own student residence, situated in St. Julian’s
- Due to the layout of our building, our school is unfortunately not accessible to wheelchair-bound persons. inlingua Malta provides One-to-One language training on request at a student’s place of accommodation.
Learn English with inlingua Malta!
Get ready to learn English studying at inlingua Malta. Established in 1980 and boasting 39 years of experience, we pride ourselves on being the 2nd language school established on the island. We offer something for everyone – with guaranteed start dates for every course, every Monday of the year!
Learn more about upcoming courses at https://www.inlinguamalta.com/courses-packages/inlingua-english-courses/.