Combination English Courses: English Classes + One to One lessons

Learn English in Ireland with Combination Courses

Study English with a blend of group classes + personalised one-to-one lessons.

Our Combination English Courses are designed to help you improve your general English skills fast while giving you dedicated time to work on the language areas that matter most to you. Whether you want to boost your conversational fluency, improve business English, or prepare for work, university or travel, this course gives you the best of both worlds.

By combining structured General English lessons in the morning with focused One-to-One lessons in the afternoon, you learn English more holistically, building confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing.

The Programme

As part of our English for Business & Professionals suite, GCI offers intensive Combination courses which allow students to combine General English 20 group lessons in the morning with 6 or 10 lessons of One to One training in the afternoons. The One-to-One component of the course involves a negotiated syllabus.

Who is this course for?

This programme is designed for students wishing to improve their overall level of English by combining both English group lessons and one-to- one learning experience, allowing our students to experience the best of both worlds. The Combination course is the perfect option for learners who want to better their general English abilities as well as focus on their individual requirements.

Learn English in Ireland with Combination Courses if you are:

• An adult learner seeking to improve English as a second language.
• A professional looking to strengthen business English and communication skills.
• Preparing for academic study or future careers in English-speaking environments. 
• Travellers, international students or professionals who want tailored English support.

This course is ideal if you need to work on a specific area of language or practice for a particular meeting, presentation or upcoming event at your workplace, college or university.

Course Objectives 

By the end of this course students:

• should be able to communicate more confidently and precisely when expressing themselves through the use of English
• will develop specific English language training focusing on their area of work or study
• will benefit of a wider range of vocabulary and grammar applicable to both casual and business contexts
• will feel more confident in participating in business meetings and networking situations

Course Content

The General English part of the course aims to develop the ability to communicate effectively and efficiently using English language. All aspects of language are covered: communication skills (both written and oral), listening skills, reading skills and language appraisal.

Each student completes a Needs Analysis Questionnaire before or on arrival. The teacher then uses the course proposal to develop a tailored course. Language input comes from various sources for the one-to-one part of the course including course books, newspapers, the internet etc. to facilitate the learning outcomes of the participant. The teaching approach is communicative and task based with the emphasis on language production.

The One-to-One element will quickly improve student’s general or specialised English. We cater for many professional areas, including sales, marketing, management, etc. We also help students to prepare for business presentations, negotiations or meetings, and develop key communication skills such as telephoning, business correspondence and report writing. We also offer CV and interview preparation skills.

Why Choose Combination Courses?

• Balanced English language learning with group dynamics and personalised attention.
• Designed for all levels from Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1). 
• Ideal if you need to study specific English skills — business communication, presentations, vocabulary expansion, professional writing, academic preparation or everyday English usage. 
• Flexible options (26 or 30 lessons per week) to suit your schedule and learning goals.
• Small class sizesthat give you lots of chances to speak English and practise in real situations.
• Short or long stays — start any Monday andlearn English in as little as one week. 

What You Will Learn

With our Combination Courses, you’ll:

• Expand English fluency and confidence in real-world communication — from daily conversation to professional interactions. 
• Enhance vocabulary and grammar with targeted lessons that match your language goals.
• Develop listening and speaking skills you can use in social, academic and workplace settings. 
• Conveniently learn English abroad in friendly Galway — a vibrant Irish city perfect for immersive language learning.

What Makes GCI Special?

At GCI, we are more than a language school, we are a community where students from around the world come together to learn English in a supportive, enjoyable environment. Galway is a welcoming city full of cultural experiences, giving you plenty of opportunities to practise your English beyond the classroom. 

Join us and learn English in Ireland with a dynamic course that adapts to your needs.