English For Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Functional Skills
This course is ideal if you are a speaker of another language and would like to improve your English and maths skills.
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Attendance - Full-time
Duration - 1 year
Start date - September-June
Where -
2 Locations
Huddersfield Centre
Springfield Sixth Form Centre
Course Overview
On this course, you will study English, maths and digital skills to prepare and equip you with the right tools and skills for the workplace. You will learn a wide range of real-life texts and resources to help you with the skills to live, work and communicate effectively in English and develop your confidence so that you can become a confident and successful citizen of the UK.
You will also develop your confidence in maths, such as using numbers and the numeric system in the UK. You will learn how to handle data and describe trends, as well as learn measuring, shape and space skills. You will learn how to use the
internet for research and leisure and how to stay safe online.
internet for research and leisure and how to stay safe online.
On this course you will develop essential skills such as problem solving and being a team member, an understanding of UK culture and society, self-awareness and confidence. With a focus on studying in a real-life context, you will read everyday texts and gain an understanding of everyday grammar and vocabulary to write in a clear and effective way. You will also build your communication skills in a range of familiar settings.
You will have the opportunity to undertake work experience on this course. You will be supported in researching careers related to your personal interests in order to identify a suitable placement.
On this course, you will study English, maths and digital skills to prepare and equip you with the right tools and skills for the workplace. You will learn a wide range of real-life texts and resources to help you with the skills to live, work and communicate effectively in English and develop your confidence so that you can become a confident and successful citizen of the UK.
On this course you will develop essential skills such as problem solving and being a team member, an understanding of UK culture and society, self-awareness and confidence. With a focus on studying in a real-life context, you will read everyday texts and gain an understanding of everyday grammar and vocabulary to write in a clear and effective way. You will also build your communication skills in a range of familiar settings.
You will also develop your confidence in maths, such as using numbers and the numeric system in the UK. You will learn how to handle data and describe trends, as well as learn measuring, shape and space skills. You will learn how to use the
internet for research and leisure and how to stay safe online.
internet for research and leisure and how to stay safe online.
You will have the opportunity to undertake work experience on this course. You will be supported in researching careers related to your personal interests in order to identify a suitable placement.
Core Skills Gained:
This course is for young people aged 16 – 18. There are no formal entry requirements for this course. You will take part in an interview including an initial assessment prior to being enrolled on the right level of course.
The course offers progression through Functional Skills maths, English and ICT from Entry 1 to Level 1.
Vocational courses.
Vocational courses.
Exams will be taken at the end of the academic year.
An ESOL course is individual to your own personal needs, this is why we ask all students to complete an assessment so that we can work out the right course level for you.
Why work in the English for Speakers of Other Languages Industry?
Employment in Service Enterprises roles are down NAN% since 2021
Wide range of jobs in the English for Speakers of Other Languages Industry
Excellent choice of employers in the English for Speakers of Other Languages Industry
Considered a career in the English for Speakers of Other Languages?
If you’re not sure what to study, why not find out more information about different types of possible careers? Or if you know what you career you want to do but not sure what you need to study, we can help you get one step closer to that dream job.
Qualifications & levels explained
There is a wide range of qualifications and levels available, but not all of them may be right for you. If you’re not sure what qualification type or level you should be searching for, take a look at our qualifications explained.
Find the perfect career
We can help you find that perfect career even if you’re not sure what it is yet! At Kirklees College, our mission is to make you as successful as you can be, from finding the right career to gaining the right skills.
We support all our Students
From support with your learning, exams and finance right through to
advice on future employment and careers. We support all our
students through their educational journey.
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