David Jones's Page

Organisation

ETC International College

Company web site

http://www.etc-inter.net

Position

Principal

Country

England

Address

24 West Hill Road

Telephone

+ 44 (0) 1202 559044

Company Profile

ETC International College is located very close to the town centre, the beach, shops, restaurants, cafes and the library.

ETC is accredited by the British Council and a member of English UK.

Student numbers range from about 200 students in the low season to 800 students in the summer.

Nationality mix: 42 nationalities (average).

Minimum ages: 12 years (for Junior Group Programmes). 18 years (for Adult courses).

Courses include:
General English.
Business English.
Tourism English.
Medical English.
Military English.
Legal English.
Aviation English.
English for Media and Journalism.
University Foundation Programme (validated by NCFE and accepted by 15 universities) - Business.
University Foundation Programme (validated by NCFE and accepted by 15 universities) – Technical / Engineering.
University Foundation Programme (validated by NCFE and accepted by 15 universities) – Media / Journalism.
Pre-Masters courses.
Exam Preparation for IELTS or Cambridge exams.
English Plus Activities courses.
Group programmes for adults and juniors.
Parent and child courses.
Executive 1:1 courses.

Executive 1:1 Courses
The ETC Executive Centre has a long history of providing specialist training programmes to individuals and groups from the corporate and public sectors. Specialist English and content training for executives can be provided in the following areas:
Business Administration / Management. Sales, Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations.
Human Resources Management. Accounting.
Banking & Finance. The Stock market and Investment.
Economics and Corporate Finance. International Trade, Import and Export.
Law. Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management.
Information Technology. The Military.
Police and Security Operations. International Affairs.
Diplomatic / Military Protocol. Aviation (Flying training, air traffic control, management).
Information Technology. Teacher training.
Medicine. Veterinary Medicine.

These can be provided here at ETC or at your offices.

Accommodation options include: Homestay accommodation (ie. with host families) and Student Residence accommodation.

Modern facilities and resources: 48 training rooms, interactive whiteboards, well-stocked library, on-site café / restaurant, prayer rooms, college-wide WiFi connection to the internet.

Accreditation of University Foundation Programmes by NCFE
Established since 1848, the National Council for Further Education (NCFE) is a national UK awarding body that offers a diverse portfolio of vocational qualifications. These qualifications are widely available throughout the further education and training sectors, and serve to meet the needs of future employers and local communities. Moreover, NCFE qualifications meet the requirements and high standards set by the British Government's education standards agency, the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority. NCFE is the accrediting body for all scheduled ETC University Foundation Programmes.

Our Location in Bournemouth – university town by the sea:
Bournemouth is well-known for its cosmopolitan culture, its parks and gardens and its attractive, golden beaches. This lively town, which has a population of over 160, 000 people, provides the perfect atmosphere for study and leisure. You will find that Bournemouth is the perfect place to use as a base for visiting the beautiful Dorset coastline, the New Forest, typical old English villages or local towns like Christchurch and Poole. It is also easy to travel to London or the major British airports from Bournemouth.

Membership in professional associations

Accredited by the British Council.
Member of English UK.
Inspected by the ISI - Exceeds Expectations in all Categories.
Exam centre for Cambridge, Trinity College, LCCI EB, TOLES.