English and Cultural Experience (Standard Ministay)
Perfect for groups looking to strengthen their general communication skills in English, It’s Ideal for broad language development and cultural immersion. Delivered by CELTA-qualified teachers, this programme focuses on fluency, vocabulary, and confidence.
Programme options include General English, Business English, Exam Preparation, and themed cultural modules such as Irish Literature, Irish History, Global Citizenship, and Irish Culture. Lessons are communicative, interactive, and project-based—encouraging students to develop fluency, expand vocabulary, and apply their language skills in meaningful real-world contexts. This thematic approach ensures that students not only strengthen their English but also gain valuable cultural insight and confidence in communication.
- 15 hours of English closed tuition per week, scheduled either in the morning or afternoon
- Host family on a full-board basis, including breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner or Residential accommodation, with bed and breakfast, half board, or full board options
- Return airport transfers
- Orientation tour of Dublin city centre
- Level Test
- Course material
- End of course certificate
- 24h Emergency Contact Service
- One complimentary group leader accommodation for every 15 students
Option for students aged 16+ to join mixed-nationality classes (Monday to Friday only, depending on arrival/departure dates)
Course Options
- Develop core English language skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing)
- Explore key aspects of Irish culture through music, film, and art
- Vocabulary building and fluency development through cultural topics
- Engage in discussions, projects, and presentations linked to cultural themes
- Strengthen core English language skills
- Explore key periods in Irish history: Famine, Independence, and The Troubles
- Develop vocabulary and listening skills through historical media and texts
- Engage in debates, research tasks, and timeline-based presentations
- Build general English fluency across all core skills
- Read and discuss works by Irish writers
- Learn literary vocabulary and develop critical thinking through texts
- Work on group tasks and presentations based on literary themes
- Strengthen English skills while exploring themes like sustainability and equality
- Participate in debates and projects on global challenges and cultural identity
- Build vocabulary related to climate, migration, diversity, and human rights
- Collaborate on solutions-focused tasks and presentations
- Improve general English with targeted exam techniques (IELTS, Cambridge, etc.)
- Practice reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks under timed conditions
- Learn strategies for each paper and gain confidence through mock exams
- Receive personalised feedback to maximise exam performance
- Focus on business communication: emails, meetings, and presentations
- Develop functional language for job interviews and workplace tasks
- Role-play scenarios in office, retail, and customer service environments
- Build CVs, cover letters, and practice professional etiquette in English
- Functional English for front-of-house, hotel, and tour operations
- Role-plays and tasks for guest interaction, bookings, and complaints
- Vocabulary for menus, travel itineraries, and tourism-related services
- Create a sample tourism package and present it to the class
Accommodation Options
Host Family
Student Residence
Optional Add-Ons & Services
To enhance the student experience, IH Dublin offers a variety of optional services that can be combined with any programme. These include social programme activities, workshops, seminars, extra academic subjects, and work projects, giving students the flexibility to tailor their course to their personal goals and needs.
