English
What is the Course About?
We offer a range of English courses for people who would like an up-to-date, recognised qualification in this subject or the opportunity to improve general understanding and skills.
Examples of the courses we offer include:
GCSE English
This course runs from September to June. Please note places are limited.
The course enables learners to:
Develop the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and effectively when speaking and writing
Use a wide range of vocabulary, and the correct grammar, spelling and punctuation
Develop a personal style and an awareness of the audience being addressed.
Specification - Cambridge IGCSE English - First Language (0500)
This course (the 2023/24 academic year) is currently offered on a part-time basis of three hours per week - either Tuesday or Wednesday evening between 6pm - 9pm.
Please note entry for the GCSE course for 23/24 is now closed. You can still register for a placement assessment for our 24/25 courses.
Community English
We also offer basic English sessions to adults who wish to improve their skills with reading and writing.
Sessions are held at Douglas, Castletown, Peel and Ramsey. Please note that exact days, times and locations are to be confirmed.
Entry requirements
To apply for an English course we will need to assess your current level of knowledge to ensure that the course is appropriate for you.
The placement assessment is all part of the service to ensure that students are given the best possible opportunity to develop new skills and succeed.
In some cases we may recommend that you attend our community English sessions to upskill with a view to future progression onto one of our qualification based courses.
The English assessment is a short written task completed at UCM and takes around 45 minutes. There is no preparation required.
Please note entry for the GCSE course for 23/24 is now closed. You can still register for a placement assessment for our 24/25 courses.
To register for a placement assessment please go to https://prospect.ucm.ac.im/Page/Prospectus_CourseOverview?uio_id=10323 and select the English Placement assessment option.
Please note the placement assessment is for part time students only. If you are completing a full time course at UCM please speak to your course tutor for further information.
If you require further course information, please contact mail@ucm.ac.im