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Can I change my General English course to an IELTS or Cambridge Preparation course?
What should I do if I have to miss an English class?
When will I receive my English course certificate?
Will I need insurance to study English at IH London?
How can I find out about English lessons with trainee teachers?

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I booked a course and I need to cancel it. What happens now?
Can I get a letter for my visa?
Are students with learning difficulties welcome?
What level of English is required to book a course?
Are excursions mandatory?

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I’ve heard that the course is very intensive – is that true?
Would I have to attend all the course hours?
What is the course timetable?
What happens in the methodology sessions?
When would I start teaching?

European Teaching Qualifications View all

What are the possible grades?
I am not a native speaker of the language I wish to teach: is this course appropriate for me?
How does this certificate compare to the TEFL?
If I pass the course will I be able to find work easily in the UK?
Is there an exam at the end of the course?

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What happens if I miss only one part of the exam (one paper)? Can I still pass?
Can I change the dates of the exams?
Can I write in pencil in my Cambridge exam?
I have received a label. What do I do with it and what is it for?
Where can I find my candidate number or centre number?

LanguageCert testing View all

Does the Test Centre get involved in the assessment?
Who assesses the Spoken exams?
What can I use a LanguageCert International ESOL qualification for?
How long does it take for candidates to receive their LanguageCert International ESOL results?
Are the levels of LanguageCert International ESOL qualifications mapped to levels of the CEFR?

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I have some questions regarding payment. Who should I ask?
Can I take holiday during the course?
Can I end my course earlier and get a refund?
Can I change class?
Can I get a Council Tax Exemption?

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Student Residences: I am coming with my boyfriend or girlfriend; can we have a double room in the residence?
Student Residences: Who will give me the key to my room at the residence?
Student Residences: How old must I be to stay in the residence?

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International House Trust Limited (trading as International House London) is a company registered in England and Wales, company number 01239120, and a registered charity, No. 270860. Registered office: Haycraft House, 16 Stukeley Street, London, WC2B 5LQ. info@ihlondon.com. IH London is a member of English UK, the national association for English Language Teaching. Company no. 05120951.

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