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  - Chapter Highbury
    Chapter Highbury
    A modern student residence located in vibrant north London. It is a short distance from Holloway Road and is just two tube stops away from King’s Cross, making it the ideal location for easy connections across the city.
    
    Cinema, on-site gym, great study space, games and karaoke room, social space, study booths and TV area. Single rooms with private bathrooms.
    
    2023 accommodation rates
    £387 per week
    
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  - Chapter Kings Cross
    Chapter Kings Cross
    Close to the central King’s Cross St Pancras train station, Chapter was recently completely refurbished and has great modern facilities.
    
    On-site gym, cinema room, games area with table tennis, pool table and table football, study areas, social spaces and courtyard. Studio with private bathroom and kitchenette.
    
    2023 accommodation rates
    £497 per week
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  - Standard Homestay
    Standard Homestay
    Comfortable homes with cosy bedrooms and shared bathroom facilities. Enjoy excellent home cooked meals.
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  - Superior Homestay
    Superior Homestay
    Spacious, well-presented homes, with large bedrooms and shared bathroom facilities. Enjoy excellent home cooked meals.
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  - Executive Homestay
    Executive Homestay
    Spacious, well-presented homes, with large bedrooms and private bathrooms. Enjoy excellent home cooked meals.
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  - Become a host for IH London
    Accommodation Host
    IH London welcomes hosts from all age groups and professional backgrounds – whether you are a single professional, a family with children, or a retired couple, you can create a wonderful and welcoming environment for our students.
    
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  - Citadines: Covent Garden
    Citadines: Covent Garden
    
    Your own luxurious apartment and space, while discovering a new city and learning with us. Feel the comfort of home within the bustling capital city.
    
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  - Strand Palace Hotel
    Strand Palace Hotel
    
    In the heart of London, where the city meets the West End. Multilingual staff and a concierge service will ensure you have everything you could want from your stay in London.
    
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International House London is no. 1 Language school in Central London, judged by the latest British Council inspections. We have been named best value school in London and we have been teaching for over 65 years. Change your life with IH London.
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Online Courses
- Learn English
  - General English Lessons
    General English Online
    
    Learn English online with live lessons with IH London teachers in a virtual classroom, and interact with other students with online projects and social activities.
    
    5, 15, 20 Lessons per week (AM/PM)
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £98
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: Online
    
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    Minimum English Level: A2-C1
    Course length: From 1 week
    Cost: From £98
    Lessons a week: 5, 15 or 20 (AM)
    Lesson time a week: 55 mins
    Start dates: Every Monday
  - One-to-One English Lessons
    One-to-One English
    A teacher dedicated entirely to you and your goals.
    
    Learn in London or online.
    
    Take a full course of one-to-one lessons or add them to one of our other courses for an extra learning boost.
    
    Start dates to suit you
    
    Lesson times to suit you
    
    Lesson topics to suit you
    
    Suitable for all levels
    
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    Minimum English Level: A1 and above
    Course length: You choose
    Cost: From £355
    Lessons a week: You choose
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes each
    Start dates: You choose
  - English Lessons with Trainee Teachers Online
- Prepare for an IELTS Test
  Prepare for IELTS Online
  IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is your path to travel, study and work in English-speaking countries. We have preparation courses for IELTS General, IELTS Test Technique, and IELTS Academic.
  
  Prepare online for your best IELTS score.
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  - IELTS Academic Preparation
    IELTS Preparation Online
    
    Prepare for the IELTS exam online with live lessons with IH London teachers in a virtual classroom and work with other students to achieve exam success.
    
    5, 20 Lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £956
    
    4 weeks
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: Online
    
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    Minimum English Level: B1-C1
    Course length: 4 weeks
    Cost: From £956
    Lessons a week: 15 / 20
    Start dates: See course information
  - IELTS Self-study Course
- Prepare for Cambridge Exams
  Exam Preparation Online
  
  The Cambridge English Qualifications are part of the University of Cambridge and are accepted by thousands of businesses and educational institutions throughout the world. We run online preparation courses for all Cambridge levels.
  
  Prepare online to pass your Cambridge English Qualifications.
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- Prepare for an OET Exam
  - OET Speaking & Writing Preparation : Doctors Online
    OET Online Evening Course for Doctors – Focus on Speaking and Writing
    An evening course focused on speaking and writing doctors need for the OET exam
    
    4 week course
    
    Monday and Wednesday
    
    Course price: £254
    
    Time: 18:30 – 20:30
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: Online
    
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    Minimum English Level: OET C or equivalent (B1)
    Course length: 4 weeks
    Cost: £254
    Start dates: 10 Jan | 07 Mar | 02 May | 04 Jul | 29 Aug | 24 Sept 2023
  - OET Speaking & Writing Preparation : Nurses Online
    OET Online Evening Course for Nurses – Focus on Speaking and Writing
    An evening course focused on speaking and writing nurses need for the OET exam
    
    4 week course
    
    Monday and Wednesday
    
    Course price: £254
    
    Time: 18:30 – 20:30
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: Online
    
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    Minimum English Level: OET C or equivalent (B1)
    Course length: 4 weeks
    Cost: £254
    Lesson time a week: 55 min
    Start dates: 07th Feb | 04th April | 06th June | 01st Aug | 26th Sept | 21st Nov 2023
  - Individual OET Preparation lessons : Online
    OET Preparation One-to-one Online
    An intensive online course in London focused on the skills, language and techniques doctors need for the OET exam.
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    Minimum English Level: B2
    Cost: £71 per hour
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes
    Start dates: Flexible
  - Reach OET B Medicine for Doctors – Online
    Reach OET B Medicine for Doctors – Online
    An online course for doctors, focused on the language skills, test techniques and strategies to achieve a Grade B in the OET exam.
    
    Self-study
    
    50 hours
    
    Minimum age: 20
    
    Location: Online
    
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    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 50 hrs
    Cost: £79
  - Reach OET B Medicine for Nurses – Online
    Reach OET B Medicine for Nurses – Online
    An online course for nurses, focused on the language skills, test techniques and strategies to achieve a Grade B in the OET exam.
    
    Self-study
    
    50 hours
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: Online
    
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    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 50 hrs
    Cost: £79
- Business English Online
  Business English Online
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  - Vocabulary for Business : Self-study
    Private: Business Writing Online
    Our Business Writing online class programme is delivered in small groups and covers topics relevant to today’s business professional. The topics are chosen by the group in consultation with the teacher at the start of the course.
    
    4 week course
    
    Monday and Wednesday
    
    Course price: £450
    
    Time: 10:00 – 12:00 or 18:00 – 20:00
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: Online
    
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    Minimum English Level: B1+
    Course length: 4 weeks
    Cost: £450
    Lessons a week: 4
    Start dates: 15 Jan | 22 Feb 2021
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Learn online with IH London teachers
All online courses are live lessons with IH London teachers. As always, all our teachers are qualified and experienced. Enjoy interactive learning activities with your class.
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Learn English
- Learn English in London
  - General English 25 Lessons
    General English 25 Lessons
    
    A course with all the benefits of the other General English courses, plus academic skills and topics, such as research, debate, communication and media.
    
    This course is for people of all levels who want to improve their English across all four skills (speaking, writing, reading and listening) and want focused maximum number of classes that expand their use of English in a practical and advanced way, for academic study or career.
    
    25 lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £444 Per week
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: A2 elementary and above
    Course length: From 1 week
    Cost: From £444
    Lessons a week: 25
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes each
    Start dates: Every Monday (except UK public holidays)
  - General English 20 Lessons
    General English 20 Lessons
    
    A great intensive course for all levels to improve your English, with an extra focus on speaking to boost your conversation skills.
    
    People of all levels who want to improve their English, with a specific focus on English speaking skills. Choose from morning or afternoon classes, with plenty time to relax and explore outside of the classroom.
    
    20 lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £371 per week
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: A2 elementary and above
    Course length: From 1 week
    Cost: From £371
    Lessons a week: 20
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes each
    Start dates: Every Monday (except UK public holidays)
  - General English 15 Lessons
    General English 15 Lessons
    
    A great course for all levels to improve your English.
    
    A great all-round course, for all levels. People of all levels who want to improve their English, with lots of time to relax and explore outside of the classroom, and with no exam at the end (unless you choose to add one as an option).
    
    15 lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £224 per week
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: A2 elementary and above
    Course length: From 1 week
    Cost: From £224 per week
    Lessons a week: 15
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes each
    Start dates: Every Monday (except UK public holidays)
  - General English for over 30’s
    English Experience for over 30’s
    This course is designed for International adults age 30 and over, who want to learn or improve their English, while exploring London and making new friends from all over the world.
    
    15 Lessons a week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £381 per week
    
    Minimum age: 30
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B1
    Course length: Min 1 week
    Cost: From £381 per week
    Lessons a week: 15
    Lesson time a week: 55 mins
    Start dates: Every Monday from 22 May to 25 Sept 2023
  - One-to-One English Lessons
    One-to-One English
    A teacher dedicated entirely to you and your goals.
    
    Learn in London or online.
    
    Take a full course of one-to-one lessons or add them to one of our other courses for an extra learning boost.
    
    Start dates to suit you
    
    Lesson times to suit you
    
    Lesson topics to suit you
    
    Suitable for all levels
    
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    Minimum English Level: A1 and above
    Course length: You choose
    Cost: From £355
    Lessons a week: You choose
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes each
    Start dates: You choose
  - English Lessons with Trainee Teachers
- Prepare for an IELTS Test in London
  Prepare for IELTS
  
  IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is your path to travel, study and work in English-speaking countries. We have preparation courses for IELTS General, IELTS Test Technique, and IELTS Academic.
  
  Prepare for your best IELTS score.
  
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  - IELTS Academic Preparation 15 or 20 lessons
    IELTS Academic Test Preparation
    
    Prepare for the Academic IELTS test with an accredited IELTS test centre.
    
    Improve your language, and focus on skills you need for your best IELTS score.
    
    15 or 20 lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £1196
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B1 and above
    Course length: 4 or 8 weeks
    Cost: From £1196
    Lessons a week: 15 or 20
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes each
    Start dates: See below
  - Intensive one week IELTS Preparation
    IELTS Test Boost
    
    Perfect boost just before your IELTS exam.
    
    An intensive one week course designed for students that have the English language level they want but need to perfect their IELTS exam skills.
    
    25 lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £427 Per week
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B1 and above
    Course length: 1 week
    Cost: From £444
    Lessons a week: 25
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes each
    Start dates: See below
- Prepare for Cambridge Exams in London
  Prepare for Cambridge English Qualifications
  
  The Cambridge English Qualifications are part of the University of Cambridge and are accepted by thousands of businesses and educational institutions throughout the world. We run preparation courses for all Cambridge levels.
  
  Prepare to pass your Cambridge English Qualifications.
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  Cambridge B2 First
  Cambridge C1 Advanced
  - Cambridge B2 First
    Cambridge B2 First
    
    Prepare for the B2 First Cambridge English exam to demonstrate you can communicate confidently in English.
    
    Cambridge English exam, part of the University of Cambridge. We are an accredited exam centre.
    
    20 lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £3,176
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: £3176
    Lessons a week: 20
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes each
    Start dates: 16th January | 11th April | 3rd July | 16th October 2023
  - Cambridge C1 Advanced
    Cambridge C1 Advanced
    
    Prepare for the C1 Advanced Cambridge exam to prove your high level of English.
    
    Cambridge English exam, part of the University of Cambridge. Now accepted for university entrance.
    
    20 lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £3,176
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: C1
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: £3176
    Lessons a week: 20
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes each
    Start dates: 16th January | 11 April | | 03rd July | 16th October 2023
  - Cambridge C2 Proficiency
    Cambridge C2 Proficiency
    
    Prepare for the C2 Proficiency Cambridge exam, to show you have mastered the English language.
    
    Cambridge English Qualifications, part of the University of Cambridge. Accepted for postgraduate and PhD study.
    
    20 lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £3,176
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: C1 and above
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: £3176
    Lessons a week: 20
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes each
    Start dates: 09th January | 17th April | 09th October 2023
- Prepare for an OET Exam in London
  - Intensive OET Preparation for Doctors
    OET Preparation Intensive for Doctors
    An intensive face-to-face course in London focused on the skills, language and techniques doctors need for the OET exam.
    
    1 week course
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    Course price: £493
    
    Time: 09:00 – 12:00 & 13:00 – 16:00
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 1 week
    Cost: £493
    Lesson time a week: 30 hours
    Start dates: See full list of dates in booking form
  - Intensive OET Preparation for Nurses
    OET Preparation Intensive for Nurses
    An intensive face-to-face course in London focused on the skills, language and techniques nurses need for the OET exam.
    
    1 week course
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    Course price: £493
    
    Time: 09:00 – 12:00 & 13:00 – 18:00
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 1 week
    Cost: £493
    Lesson time a week: 30 hours
    Start dates: See full list of dates below in booking form
  - Individual OET Preparation Lessons
    OET Preparation One-to-One (face-to-face)
    A course just for you, focused on the skills, language and techniques you need for the OET exam.
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    Minimum English Level: B2
    Cost: £79-90 per hour
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes
    Start dates: Flexible
- Evening English Courses in London
  - General English
    General English evening class
    Our General English evening course covers core English language skills with an emphasis on improving your fluency and building confidence when speaking English.
    
    These classes are ideal if you work during the day, or for students looking to take extra English classes in the evening.
    
    Meet new people with a fun sociable class: Mondays 18.30-20.30
    
    2 Lessons a week
    
    Every Monday (excluding bank holidays)
    
    From £96 per week
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: A2-C1+
    Course length: Min 4 weeks
    Cost: From £96
    Start dates: Every Monday
  - IELTS Academic Preparation
    IELTS Academic Preparation Evening course
    Prepare for IELTS around your schedule with an evening class. This course is created for your individual needs. Tell us the IELTS score you would like to achieve and we will create a study plan with you to work towards it.
    
    4 lessons a week
    
    Tuesday & Thursday
    
    From £209 per week
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 4 weeks
    Cost: £209
    Lesson time a week: 4
    Start dates: See schedule below
  - Cambridge B2 First
    Cambridge B2 First Preparation Evening Course
    10 week evening course to get you ready for your Cambridge B2 First exam.
    
    Timetable is designed to work around your busy schedule.
    
    4 lessons a week
    
    Tuesday & Thursday
    
    10 week course
    
    £524 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 10 weeks
    Cost: £524 + £30 reg fee
    Start dates: 3rd Jan, 28th March, 20th June, 3rd Oct 2023
  - Cambridge C1 Advanced
    Cambridge C1 Advanced Preparation Evening Course
    10 week evening course to get you ready for your Cambridge C1 Advanced exam.
    
    Timetable is designed to work around your buy schedule.
    
    4 lessons a week
    
    Tuesday & Thursday
    
    10 week course
    
    £524 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: C1
    Course length: 10 weeks
    Cost: £524 + £30 reg fee
    Start dates: 3rd Jan, 28th March, 20th June, 3rd Oct 2023
  - Cambridge C2 Proficiency
    Cambridge C2 Proficiency Preparation Evening Course
    10 week evening course to get you ready for your Cambridge C2 Proficiency exam.
    
    Timetable is designed to work around your busy schedule.
    
    4 lessons a week
    
    Tuesday & Thursday
    
    10 week course
    
    £524 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: Test
    Course length: 10 weeks
    Cost: £524 + £30 reg fee
    Start dates: 3rd Jan, 4th April, 26 Sept 2023
  - Focus on Conversation
    Focus on Conversation Evening Course
    Our evening Conversation Classes are ideal for people living and working in London who want to improve their English communication skills and focus on speaking. They focus on developing fluency, vocabulary, pronunciation and strategies for conversation.
    
    Improve your conversation in English on Thursday evenings: 18.30-20.30
    
    Minimum 4 week course
    
    Thursday
    
    From £96
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B1
    Course length: Min 4 weeks
    Cost: From £96
    Start dates: every Thursday
  - Focus on Writing
    Focus on Writing Evening Course
    From emails to reports, application letters to essays, and letter writing to blogging, our evening writing skills course will teach you different writing styles and help you write in English with confidence.
    
    Improve your writing in English on Wednesday evenings: 18.30-20.30
    
    8 week course
    
    Wednesday
    
    From £187 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B1
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: £187
    Start dates: 4th Jan, 26th April, 16th Aug 2023
  - Focus on Grammar
    Focus on Grammar Evening Course
    Develop the range and accuracy of your English grammar. The course concentrates on specific grammar points, with each lesson using a range of activities to practise and consolidate learning.
    
    Improve your English grammar on Wednesday evenings: 18.30-20.30
    
    8 week course
    
    Wednesday
    
    £187 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B1
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: £187
    Start dates: 1st Feb, 3rd May, 13 Sept 2023
  - Focus on Pronunciation
    Focus on Pronunciation Evening Course
    A couple of hours one evening a week could make all the difference to your English pronunciation and career goals. Practise and improve your English pronunciation and intonation through a variety of stimulating tasks and activities.
    
    Improve your English pronunciation on Wednesday evenings: 18.30-20.30.
    
    8 week course
    
    Wednesday
    
    £187 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B1
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: From £187
    Start dates: 1st March, 21st June, 11 Oct 2023
- English Level Test
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Learn English in famous Covent Garden in central London
Courses for teenagers and adults, aged 16+, throughout the year. Learn English with the no. 1 Language School in Central London and speak to the world.
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Teacher Training
- Start Teaching with CELTA TESOL
  - Your guide to CELTA
  - Face-to-face CELTA
    Face-to-face CELTA
    Face-to-face CELTA courses available with IH London trainers.
    
    You can apply now online, then book and pay for the course once you have been accepted.
    
    Language Level: C1+
    
    4 or 13 weeks
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £1588 + £162 Fee
    
    Location: London
    
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    Minimum English Level: C1+
    Course length: 4/12/13 weeks
    Cost: From £1588 + £162 Fee
  - Online CELTA
    Online CELTA
    100% online CELTA courses available with IH London trainers.
    
    You can apply now online, then book and pay for the course once you have been accepted.
    
    Language Level: C1+
    
    4 or 13 weeks
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £1588 + £162 Fee
    
    Location: Online
    
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    Minimum English Level: C1+
    Course length: 4 or 13 weeks
    Cost: From £1588 + £162 Fee
  - MA TESOL with King’s College
    MA TESOL
    International House London has a unique partnership with King’s College London to provide a joint MA TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) with a practical certificate in ELT.
    
    The programme is aimed specifically at novice teachers with fewer than three years’ teaching experience and prepares graduates for a professional career in English language teaching.
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  - Why take the CELTA with IH London?
  - Teacher Training Open Days
- Qualified Teachers Short Courses
- Delta
  - Your guide to Delta
    Your guide to Delta
    Advance your career with the Delta – the highest qualification available for English language teachers.
    
    The Delta is an advanced blend of theory and practice that will deepen your knowledge and understanding of English language teaching.
    
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  - Choose your Delta
- Trainers and Managers
  - Academic Manager Development
    Academic Manager Development
    Develop your skills as an academic manager in one week with the expert trainers at IH London.
    
    Take this course to:
    
    Develop your understanding and awareness of the relationship between management theory and its application
    
    Learn a range of practical strategies to help manage individuals, teams and processes more effectively
    
    Explore issues related to managing change in education and how to evaluate the impact of change initiatives
    
    Work with academic managers from a range of contexts, identify key issues and good practice in addressing these.
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: C1
    Course length: 1 week
    Cost: £674
    Lessons a week: 25
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes
    Start dates: 21 August 2023
  - BCTC Online
- Schools and Organisations
- Train to teach Italian, French or Spanish
  CLTA Teaching Qualifications
  Learn to teach Italian, Spanish or French as a foreign language. The courses are designed for people who are new to teaching their chosen language.
  
  Gain a European Certificate in Language Teaching
  
  Full-time and part-time options available
  
  View the page
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- Teacher Training Information
- Teacher Portal
- Test your level of English
EFL teacher training courses from beginner to advanced
Whether you are brand new to teaching or an advanced practitioner, we have a teacher training course that will develop your skills for your next career or travel adventure.
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Young Learners
- Young Learners 8-11
  - Discover English Junior
    Discover English Junior (8-11)
    For ages 8-11, to learn and improve their English and enjoy a range of fun activities.
    
    Available in summer
    
    All English levels welcome
    
    Available at Frensham
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: All
    Course length: 1-6 weeks
    Cost: From £1194 per week
    Start dates: 26 Jul | 02, 09 Aug 2023
- Young Learners 12-17
  - Discover English
    Discover English
    For ages 12-17, to learn English and explore the UK through lesson topics, activities and study trips.
    
    Available in summer
    
    All English levels welcome
    
    Choose Cambridge
    
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    Minimum English Level: All
    Course length: 1-5 weeks
    Cost: From £1249 per week
    Start dates: SOLD OUT
  - English+
    English+
    
    For ages 12-17, to learn and improve their English and excel in a chosen activity with a professional coach.
    
    Available in summer
    
    All English levels welcome
    
    Available at Frensham, and Oxford
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: All
    Course length: 1-6 weeks
    Cost: From £1142 per week
    Start dates: 05, 12, 19, 26 Jul | 02, 09 Aug 2023
  - Intensive English
    Intensive English
    For ages 12-17, to prepare students to study in an English-speaking environment and gain an English language qualification.
    
    Available in summer
    
    All English levels welcome
    
    Available at Frensham and Oxford
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B1
    Course length: 1-6 weeks
    Cost: From £1211 per week
    Start dates: 05, 12, 19, 26 Jul | 02, 09Aug
- Career Focused Courses 14-17
  - Future Leaders: Entrepreneurship
    Future Leaders: Entrepreneurship
    For ages 14-17, an English course for budding entrepreneurs to build their skills and a business plan for their big ideas.
    
    Available in winter, spring and summer
    
    English level: B2 (upper intermediate) and above
    
    Choose Oxford or London
    
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    Minimum English Level: B2 (upper intermediate)
    Course length: 2 weeks
    Cost: From £3386 (two weeks)
    Start dates: 08, 22 Jan | 05, 19 Jul 2023
  - Future Leaders: World Leader
    Future Leaders: World Leader
    For ages 14-17, a summer English course for the next world leaders: explore global issues, such as climate change and help build a better world.
    
    Available in summer
    
    English level: B2 (upper intermediate) and above
    
    Available at Oxford
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B2 (upper intermediate)
    Course length: 2 weeks
    Cost: £3386 (two weeks)
    Start dates: 05, 19 Jul 2023
  - Future Leaders: Young MBA
    Future Leaders: Young MBA
    For ages 14-17, a summer English course for the next business leaders: an introduction to what it is like to study for an MBA at a prestigious business school.
    
    Available in summer
    
    English level: B2 (upper intermediate) and above
    
    Available at Cambridge
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B2 (upper intermediate)
    Course length: 2 weeks
    Cost: £3496 (two weeks)
    Start dates: 12, 26 Jul 2023
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  - Cambridge
    IH Cambridge Young Learner Centre
    
    Learn English and explore London, Oxford and Warwick.
    
    Courses available:
    
    Discover English | Ages 12-17 | Summer
    
    Intensive English | Ages 12-17 | Summer
    
    Future Leaders: University Preparation | Ages 14-17 | Summer
    
    Future Leaders: Young MBA | Ages 14-17 | Summer
    
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  - Oxford
    IH Oxford Young Learner Centre
    
    Learn English and explore London, Oxford, Bath and Cambridge.
    
    Courses available:
    
    English+ | Ages 12-17 | Summer
    
    Intensive English | Ages 12-17 | Summer
    
    Future Leaders: Entrepreneurship | Ages 14-17 | Summer
    
    Future Leaders: Young MBA | Ages 14-17 | Summer
    
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  - Frensham
    IH Frensham Young Learner Centre
    
    Learn English and explore London, Windsor and Brighton.
    
    Courses available:
    
    Discover English Junior| Ages 8-11 | Spring and Summer
    
    Intensive English | Ages 12-17 | Summer
    
    English+ | Ages 12-17 | Spring and Summer
    
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- Young Learner FAQs
English courses for children and teenagers
A few weeks in a young learner’s life can bring confidence, English language skills, new friends from all over the world, experience of British culture and visits to some of the most famous places in the world.
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Business English & OET Preparation
- Business English in London
  - Business English 15 Lessons
    Business English 15
    
    Small group course for professionals tailored to your goals.
    
    15 lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £674 per week
    
    Minimum age: 21
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: A2 -C1
    Course length: Min 1 week
    Cost: From £674 per week
    Start dates: Every Monday (except UK public holidays)
  - Business English 25 Lessons
    Business English 25
    Small group course for professionals tailored to your goals.
    
    25 lessons per week
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    From £948 per week
    
    Minimum age: 21
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: A2 -C1
    Course length: Min 1 week
    Cost: from £945
    Lessons a week: 25 Lessons
  - English for Marketing & Sales
    English for Marketing & Sales
    Our English for Marketing and Sales course is delivered one to one by a highly experienced member of the Executive Centre team.
    
    Personalised to meet your needs, the course will provide you with the English language skills you need to perform confidently and clearly in a variety of Marketing & Sales contexts such as presenting an advertising campaign proposal, discussing marketing strategies, describing a product offer or delivering sales results.
    
    English level: B1 +
    
    Minimum age: 21
    
    Course length: 1 or 2 weeks
    
    Course fees: £2760
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B1+
    Course length: 1 or 2 weeks
    Cost: £2760
    Lesson time a week: 27.5hrs
    Start dates: Every Monday
  - English for Human Resource Management
    English for Human Resource Management
    Our English for Human Resources Management course is delivered one to one by a highly experienced member of the Executive Centre team. Personalised to meet your needs, the course will provide you with the English language skills you need to perform confidently and clearly in a variety of HRM contexts such as personnel & recruitment, appraisals & performance management, internal communications and staff development.
    
    English level: B1+
    
    Minimum age: 21
    
    Course length: 1 or 2 weeks
    
    Lesson times: 09:00 -12:00 & 13:00 – 16:00
    
    Lesson days: Monday – Friday (except UK public holidays)
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    Minimum English Level: B1+
    Course length: 1 or 2 weeks
    Cost: £2760
    Lesson time a week: 27.5hrs
    Start dates: Every Monday
  - English for Finance
    English for Finance
    Our English for Finance course is delivered one to one by a highly experienced member of the Executive Centre team. Personalised to meet your needs, the course will provide you with the English language skills you need to perform confidently and clearly in a variety of financial contexts. You’ll become more confident in explaining figures, discussing financing options, reporting financial performance and summarising taxation regulations.
    
    English level: B1+
    
    Minimum age: 21
    
    Course length: 1 or 2 weeks
    
    Course fees £2760
    
    Lesson times: 09:00 -12:00 & 13:00 – 16:00
    
    Lesson days: Monday – Friday (except UK public holidays)
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B1+
    Course length: 1 or 2 weeks
    Cost: £2760
    Lesson time a week: 27.5hrs
    Start dates: Every Monday
  - Individual specialist lessons
    Executive One-to-One
    Your own language trainer focused exclusively on your goals.
    
    A1 to C2 language level required
    
    Choose from 15, 25, 30 or 35 lessons per week
    
    You can also book individual one-to-one lessons (5 lesson minimum)
    
    Lessons will be arranged to suit you (weekends available on request)
    
    The course is created entirely for you
    
    Start any time, any day
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: A1 to C2
    Course length: You choose
    Cost: From £355
    Lesson time a week: You choose
    Start dates: You choose
  - Business Communication & Writing evening course
    Business Communication & Writing evening class
    Our Business Communication & Writing course focuses on developing English language confidence and giving you a skill-set for high-level international communication and relationship-building. The topics are chosen by the group in consultation with the teacher at the start of the course.
    
    8 week course
    
    Wednesday
    
    Course price: £477
    
    Time: 18.30 to 20.30
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B1 - C1
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: £477
    Start dates: 22 Mar | 31 May | 09 Aug | 18 Oct 2023
- Business English: Online
  Business English Online
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  - Business Communication Skills: Self-study
    Business Speaking Online Self-Study Course
    Improve your English speaking for business with this online course
    
    Focused, effective practice of English skills in over 30 common business settings
    
    Study in your own time. You can pause any of the lessons whenever you need to and simply start again where you left off
    
    Over 600 key business expressions in natural contexts
    
    This course has 30 lessons (60 hours of content)
    
    Available on iOS and Android mobile devices
    
    View the course
  - Vocabulary for Business: Self-Study
    Wordmine Online Self-Study Course
    Improve your English vocabulary with this personalised online course.
    
    General vocabulary and 22 specialised subject areas
    
    Wordmine is designed for learners of all levels
    
    Increase your vocabulary in just 15 minutes a day
    
    This course has 330 hours of content and 6,500 words to learn.
    
    Available on iOS and Android mobile devices
    
    View the course
  - Business Cultural Trainers Certificate
- OET Preparation
  OET Preparation in London
  We teach medical English face-to-face in our school in Covent Garden, London, and we have online courses available so you can study from anywhere in the world.
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  - Intensive OET Preparation course for Doctors
    OET Preparation Intensive for Doctors
    An intensive face-to-face course in London focused on the skills, language and techniques doctors need for the OET exam.
    
    1 week course
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    Course price: £493
    
    Time: 09:00 – 12:00 & 13:00 – 16:00
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 1 week
    Cost: £493
    Lesson time a week: 30 hours
    Start dates: See full list of dates in booking form
  - Intensive OET Preparation course for Nurses
    OET Preparation Intensive for Nurses
    An intensive face-to-face course in London focused on the skills, language and techniques nurses need for the OET exam.
    
    1 week course
    
    Monday to Friday
    
    Course price: £493
    
    Time: 09:00 – 12:00 & 13:00 – 18:00
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 1 week
    Cost: £493
    Lesson time a week: 30 hours
    Start dates: See full list of dates below in booking form
  - OET Speaking & Writing Preparation : Doctors Online
    OET Online Evening Course for Doctors – Focus on Speaking and Writing
    An evening course focused on speaking and writing doctors need for the OET exam
    
    4 week course
    
    Monday and Wednesday
    
    Course price: £254
    
    Time: 18:30 – 20:30
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: Online
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: OET C or equivalent (B1)
    Course length: 4 weeks
    Cost: £254
    Start dates: 10 Jan | 07 Mar | 02 May | 04 Jul | 29 Aug | 24 Sept 2023
  - OET Speaking & Writing Preparation : Nurses Online
    OET Online Evening Course for Nurses – Focus on Speaking and Writing
    An evening course focused on speaking and writing nurses need for the OET exam
    
    4 week course
    
    Monday and Wednesday
    
    Course price: £254
    
    Time: 18:30 – 20:30
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: Online
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: OET C or equivalent (B1)
    Course length: 4 weeks
    Cost: £254
    Lesson time a week: 55 min
    Start dates: 07th Feb | 04th April | 06th June | 01st Aug | 26th Sept | 21st Nov 2023
  - Individual OET Preparation Lessons
    OET Preparation One-to-One (face-to-face)
    A course just for you, focused on the skills, language and techniques you need for the OET exam.
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B2
    Cost: £79-90 per hour
    Lesson time a week: 55 minutes
    Start dates: Flexible
- Bespoke Training
  Training for companies
  Our experts can create an entirely bespoke training programme based on your needs and goals.
  
  We start with a conversation. We listen to what you would like to achieve, what your current capabilities are and discuss the most practical, cost-effective way of working with you.
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We offer executive language training courses for busy professionals, who want to learn or improve their English in specific areas, to enhance their careers.
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- Evening classes Online
- Business English evening classes
  - Business Communication & Writing evening course
    Business Communication & Writing evening class
    Our Business Communication & Writing course focuses on developing English language confidence and giving you a skill-set for high-level international communication and relationship-building. The topics are chosen by the group in consultation with the teacher at the start of the course.
    
    8 week course
    
    Wednesday
    
    Course price: £477
    
    Time: 18.30 to 20.30
    
    Minimum age: 18
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B1 - C1
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: £477
    Start dates: 22 Mar | 31 May | 09 Aug | 18 Oct 2023
- General English Evening Classes
  General English Evening Classes
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  - General English evening course
    General English evening class
    Our General English evening course covers core English language skills with an emphasis on improving your fluency and building confidence when speaking English.
    
    These classes are ideal if you work during the day, or for students looking to take extra English classes in the evening.
    
    Meet new people with a fun sociable class: Mondays 18.30-20.30
    
    2 Lessons a week
    
    Every Monday (excluding bank holidays)
    
    From £96 per week
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: A2-C1+
    Course length: Min 4 weeks
    Cost: From £96
    Start dates: Every Monday
  - Focus on Grammar Evening Course
    Focus on Grammar Evening Course
    Develop the range and accuracy of your English grammar. The course concentrates on specific grammar points, with each lesson using a range of activities to practise and consolidate learning.
    
    Improve your English grammar on Wednesday evenings: 18.30-20.30
    
    8 week course
    
    Wednesday
    
    £187 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B1
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: £187
    Start dates: 1st Feb, 3rd May, 13 Sept 2023
  - Focus on Pronunciation Evening Course
    Focus on Pronunciation Evening Course
    A couple of hours one evening a week could make all the difference to your English pronunciation and career goals. Practise and improve your English pronunciation and intonation through a variety of stimulating tasks and activities.
    
    Improve your English pronunciation on Wednesday evenings: 18.30-20.30.
    
    8 week course
    
    Wednesday
    
    £187 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B1
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: From £187
    Start dates: 1st March, 21st June, 11 Oct 2023
  - Focus on Writing Evening Course
    Focus on Writing Evening Course
    From emails to reports, application letters to essays, and letter writing to blogging, our evening writing skills course will teach you different writing styles and help you write in English with confidence.
    
    Improve your writing in English on Wednesday evenings: 18.30-20.30
    
    8 week course
    
    Wednesday
    
    From £187 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B1
    Course length: 8 weeks
    Cost: £187
    Start dates: 4th Jan, 26th April, 16th Aug 2023
  - Focus on Conversation Evening Course
    Focus on Conversation Evening Course
    Our evening Conversation Classes are ideal for people living and working in London who want to improve their English communication skills and focus on speaking. They focus on developing fluency, vocabulary, pronunciation and strategies for conversation.
    
    Improve your conversation in English on Thursday evenings: 18.30-20.30
    
    Minimum 4 week course
    
    Thursday
    
    From £96
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B1
    Course length: Min 4 weeks
    Cost: From £96
    Start dates: every Thursday
- IELTS evening classes
  IELTS evening classes
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  - IELTS Academic Preparation Evening course
    IELTS Academic Preparation Evening course
    Prepare for IELTS around your schedule with an evening class. This course is created for your individual needs. Tell us the IELTS score you would like to achieve and we will create a study plan with you to work towards it.
    
    4 lessons a week
    
    Tuesday & Thursday
    
    From £209 per week
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 4 weeks
    Cost: £209
    Lesson time a week: 4
    Start dates: See schedule below
  - IELTS academic preparation online evening course
- Cambridge Exams evening classes
  - Cambridge B2 First Evening Course
    Cambridge B2 First Preparation Evening Course
    10 week evening course to get you ready for your Cambridge B2 First exam.
    
    Timetable is designed to work around your busy schedule.
    
    4 lessons a week
    
    Tuesday & Thursday
    
    10 week course
    
    £524 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: B2
    Course length: 10 weeks
    Cost: £524 + £30 reg fee
    Start dates: 3rd Jan, 28th March, 20th June, 3rd Oct 2023
  - Cambridge B2 First evening online
  - Cambridge C1 Advanced Evening Course
    Cambridge C1 Advanced Preparation Evening Course
    10 week evening course to get you ready for your Cambridge C1 Advanced exam.
    
    Timetable is designed to work around your buy schedule.
    
    4 lessons a week
    
    Tuesday & Thursday
    
    10 week course
    
    £524 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: C1
    Course length: 10 weeks
    Cost: £524 + £30 reg fee
    Start dates: 3rd Jan, 28th March, 20th June, 3rd Oct 2023
  - Cambridge C1 Advanced evening online
  - Cambridge C2 Proficiency Evening Course
    Cambridge C2 Proficiency Preparation Evening Course
    10 week evening course to get you ready for your Cambridge C2 Proficiency exam.
    
    Timetable is designed to work around your busy schedule.
    
    4 lessons a week
    
    Tuesday & Thursday
    
    10 week course
    
    £524 Course Price
    
    Minimum age: 16
    
    Location: London
    
    View the course
    Minimum English Level: Test
    Course length: 10 weeks
    Cost: £524 + £30 reg fee
    Start dates: 3rd Jan, 4th April, 26 Sept 2023
  - Cambridge C2 Proficiency evening online
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    Cambridge English Qualifications Venues
    Take your Cambridge English Qualifications (CEQ) exams with IH London in Covent Garden, Central London and in Cambridge at ARU. View dates and fees:
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    About Cambridge English Qualifications
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- OET Test centre
  - Prepare for the OET
    OET Preparation in London
    We teach medical English face-to-face in our school in Covent Garden, London, and we have online courses available so you can study from anywhere in the world.
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    Choose from 8 OET test locations across the UK, Ireland and Nigeria.
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    OET is available monthly, up to 24 times per year.
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    About the OET test
    OET is an international English language test for healthcare professionals seeking to register and practise in an English-speaking environment.
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    If you have booked your OET exam, but can’t take the test, then you can defer.
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