Learn to Speak English in London

Learn a new language at our college in Oxford, London and enjoy the experience of a lifetime!

In 2000, there was an estimated 750 million English as a Foreign language speakers. English as a Foreign language are those who typically use English for business or pleasure. Additionally, there was another estimated 375 million English as a Second Language speakers, who learn English to speak on a daily basis. Therefore, it is apparent that English is deemed a respected and necessary language to learn whether for business, leisure, or survival.

There is simply no better way to learn any language than through immersion. What better way to learn to speak English in London than near the world’s oldest English speaking universities in the world, Oxford University at England?

Learning to speak English at Oxford House College in London can be fun and entertaining for everyone. It is also a great way to meet new friends from a wide range of backgrounds. At the language school we have a large number of English courses that are thought throughout the year to students with different abilities. Some of the courses on offer include Academic English Courses, conversation and pronunciation courses, general English Courses, IELTS Examination preparation and much more. Take a look at our site today for a full list of courses available.

The sheer presence of being located in London, England will allow the students to study and understand English in a setting where one can actually converse with the locals, visit and experience the local historical venues discussed and simply enjoy the lifestyle. Immersion in an English-speaking culture, will spark the interest of the student to ask questions about the English language that are encountered as they explore. These questions may not otherwise arise in a traditional classroom setting, while in the student’s home country.

The students will engage in traditional classroom education and then travel into the local areas to test their skills with their hosts, teachers, and locals. Through immersion, students will learn colloquialisms, daily conversation skills and survival English that may not be covered in a classroom setting.

Of course there a several types of English, but the most commonly taught in English as a Second Language (ESL) courses are American English and British English. Since the student will be in Britain, the student will be learning primarily British English and exposed to the British culture. The differences between the British English and American English are minimal. It is more important that regardless of the version of English the student understands that the student remains consistent in his or her writings and speech.

The student may find that there are some words in casual British English language that are not present in American English. Furthermore, there are some constructs that are acceptable in American English that are not acceptable in British English language. Additionally, there are also some spelling differences. By and large, the language is the same.

Of the two types of English, British Engliish is thought to be the more traditional or formal of the two, because it is historically older. However, American English has been dominant in previous years because of the business world. Both forms are equally acceptable and the student will find it rewarding to learn English in it’s country of origin where early historical events and points of interest are placed in context.

Listed below are some of the points of interest that the student may visit during their stay to facilitate the English learning process:

• The Houses of Parliament
  Westminster Abbey
  Kensington Palace
  Buckingham Palace
  Trafalgar Square
  London Eye
  Tower bridge
  St. Paul’s Cathedral
  Kensington Palace
  London Aquarium
  Madame Tussauds
  The Royal Observatory

After visiting these common attractions and immersing in the culture and history of the region, the student will learn and have a better grasp of the English language that they are trying to master.

Oxford has a very vibrant and active student social life. Consequently, the student may also visit the local pubs, nightlife and other points of interest to interact and enhance their English learning experience. These types of activities are abundant, and the student can typically find other local students to engage in English conversation since the classes will be held near the university. So to be able to read, wirte and listen to the English language visit our language school today to get the best educations around.

Updated Sept 8th 2011