English for specific careers

Legal English

English is the language of communication in the modern legal community. LSI provides a Legal English programme which will not only improve your general level of English but will also improve your knowledge in the field of civil, corporate and contract law, formal report writing and much more. By the end of the course, you will be able to communicate more effectively with legal colleagues from around the world.

The full programme runs for 8 weeks, from January 8 – March 1, 2024 (winter), July 1/2 – August 23, 2024 (summer), and September 2/3 - October 25, 2024 (fall), however students have the option to study for fewer weeks and join specific modules on the given dates. It’s recommended for students to take at least 4 weeks of the programme. Modules can be rearranged according to the class’ preference or upon request. Contact us for more details.

The Legal English Mini Group programme consists of 10 lessons per week in small classes with a maximum of 5 students. The afternoon classes can be taken in addition to General English classes in the morning. The Legal English programme can be booked independently or in addition to G20.

Minimum English level: Intermediate
Includes: Course 1-8 weeks / 10 lessons per week / Maximum 5 students per class

 

Medical English

English is the language of the international medical community. LSI provides a Medical English programme which will not only improve your general level of English but will also improve your knowledge in the field of human biology, medical science, nursing, formal report writing and much more. By the end of the course you will be able to communicate more effectively with medical colleagues from around the world.

The full programme runs for 8 weeks, from January 8 – March 1, 2024 (winter), July 1/2 – August 23, 2024 (summer) and September 2/3 - October 25, 2024 (fall), however students have the option to study for fewer weeks and join specific modules on the given dates. It’s recommended for students to take at least 4 weeks of the programme. Modules can be rearranged according to the class’ preference or upon request. Contact us for more details.

The Medical English Mini Group programme consists of 10 lessons per week in small classes with a maximum of 5 students. The afternoon classes can be taken in addition to General English classes in the morning. The Medical English programme can be booked independently or in addition to G20.

Minimum English level: Intermediate
Includes: Course 1-8 weeks / 10 lessons per week / Maximum 5 students per class

English for Teaching

Aimed at speakers of other languages, this course equips students with the basic tools required to teach English as a Foreign language.

Option 1 : Closed Group Tuition

  • Afternoon option on an LSI Intensive 30 course3 modules taken over 4 weeks
  • Intermediate to advanced levels
  • Minimum class size : check with school
  • TKT* (Teaching Knowlegde test) exam preparation offered covering 3 TKT modules over 4 weeks

Option 2 : For Individuals

  • General 20 (16.7 hours) plus 5 or 10 individual lessons per week
  • Individual lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
  • Intermediate to advanced levels
  • Tailored to the individual
  • Ages 16+

Topics covered: CLIL, Language analysis, lesson planning, teaching the skills of reading, writing, speaking, listening, classroom activities, using resources and materials, looking at learner's needs; dealing with learner's mistakes.

TKT Modules covered: Language and Background to Language Learning and Teaching, Lesson Planning and Use of Resources for Language Teaching, Managing the Teaching and Learning Process. Students will be required to keep a portfolio.

Students will be required to keep a portfolio. For more information read our English for teaching information sheet.

Language Centre

LSI Auckland, Cambridge, London Hampstead and all USA schools.

English for Aviation

This course covers all the ground theory required to gain a private or commercial pilot's licence. Practical flying sessions can also be arranged with a partner flying school at extra cost.

  • General 20 (16.7 hours) plus 5 or 10 individual lessons per week focused on topics related to aviation
  • Intermediate to advanced levels
  • ICAO compliant

Subjects covered: Aviation law, Licensing for Flight/Radio/Telephone Operators, Human Factors, Navigation, Meteorology and Aircraft Technology.

Language Centre

Auckland only

* TKT test not available in New York