English as a Foreign Language
The Barbados Language Centre, established in 1981, is a division of the Barbados Community College (BCC). Situated in a quiet area of the College campus, this modern facility provides the ideal learning environment for language students.
FACILITIES
- Fully air-conditioned
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Spacious classrooms
- Computer laboratories
- Language laboratories
- Self-Access Computer Lab (SACL)
- Student Recreation Room
- Library
- Cafeteria
ACCOMMODATION
- Attachments: for students who are interested – subject to availability. Bring clothing suitable for the workplace.
- Cultural Visits: Arranged at an additional cost
- Sports: Tennis, Basketball, Football, Volleyball, Gym; Annual Sports Competitions
- Student Health Service
- Career Counselling
- Internet Access
- BCC Certificate of Proficiency / BCC Certificate of Attendance
- Minimum age – 16 years
- At least 1 year’s study of English at the secondary level (EFL Summer Programme)
- At least 3 years’ study of English at the secondary level (EFL Year Programme)
- School testimonial confirming education
- Letter of Recommendation from School or employer
- Birth Certificate
- Valid Passport
- Proof of ability to pay all fees and boarding expenses ( bank statement or document approving foreign exchange/ loan)
- Acceptance letter from the Barbados Community College
- Application for Student Visa (To be submitted on arrival at the College)
- Diagnostic Test
EFL SUMMER PROGRAMME
EFL YEAR PROGRAMME
TOEFL
Students are prepared for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Test is offered in May.
EFL PERSONALISED/SPECIALIZED PROGRAMME
DURATION
3 to 12 Weeks according to students’ needs
2 to 6 Tuition hours from Monday to Friday as determined by students’ needs and budget
COMMUNICATIVE APPROACH
- Intensive oral practice in Core Classes
- Supplementary classes in Pronunciation
- Listening, Reading, Situations, Grammar, Writing
- Inclusion of Technical Language as required
- Remedial Laboratory Practice
- 4 to 6 specialist Tutors
- Residence with Anglophone Hosts
COST
- Registration – BDS$40
- College Fees – BDS $40
- Language Centre Fees – BDS$80
- Visa – BDS$300
- Exam (optional) – BDS$240
TUITION
- 1 student – BDS$50 per hour
- 2 – 3 students – BDS$40 per hour
- 4 – 5 students – BDS$30 per hour
- 6 -10 students – BDS$20 per hour
- 11-14 students – BDS$14 per hour
ACCOMMODATION
Can be arranged in families – BDS$300 per week
APPLICATION FORMS