Dorset College Dublin
Quality School Award 2014
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Dorset College Dublin
Dublin · from €165/week
English Education Ireland (EEI)ACELS
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Courses
- Business English Afternoon15 lessons/week · 1-25 weeks · Minimum age: 16Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €65.00 · Average number of students: 10 · Lesson duration: 60 minutes · Course materials: €65.00 Mandatory and not included · Course certificate: Yes · Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) · Levels: Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1, Proficient - Level C2from €200/week
Business English afternoon course (upper-intermediate to C2). Dorset College Dublin, Price List October 2026. Monday to Thursday 13:00-17:00, 15 hours per week, level B1 and above only. Registration fee and textbook are compulsory.
- Business English Programme20 lessons/week · 1-25 weeks · Minimum age: 18Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €65.00 · Average number of students: 12 · Lesson duration: 45 minutes · Course materials: €65.00 Mandatory and not included · Course certificate: Yes · Levels: Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1from €210/week
The aim of the course is to allow the learner to comfortably operate in an English-speaking working environment or in a company where much of the communication is through English.
The course will focus on language that is relevant, natural and essential for conducting or studying business in a real-world context.
It will enable international students to develop a high knowledge of Business English for the purposes of employment or to enable them to pursue further study in business subjects at third level institutions such as universities or private colleges.
- General English Afternoon15 lessons/week · 1-25 weeks · Minimum age: 16Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €65.00 · Average number of students: 10 · Lesson duration: 60 minutes · Course materials: €65.00 Mandatory and not included · Course certificate: Yes · Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) · Levels: Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1, Proficient - Level C2from €165/week
General English afternoon course. Dorset College Dublin, Price List October 2026. Monday to Thursday 13:00-17:00, 15 hours per week, level B1 and above only. Registration fee and textbook are compulsory.
- Standard General English (GE1)15 lessons/week · 1-25 weeks · Minimum age: 16Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €65.00 · Average number of students: 10 · Lesson duration: 60 minutes · Course materials: €65.00 Mandatory and not included · Course certificate: Yes · Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) · Levels: Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1, Proficient - Level C2from €185/week
-is structured to provide a solid grounding and improvement in the core English language and communication skills of English. It covers the four main skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. It gives the student the opportunity to attend out-of-class activities with our active and to explore Dublin.
Focuses on students improving their level of English through a series of communicative and task-based approach activities which are designed to provide a high level of interaction.
Accommodation
- from €295/weekHost Family Single Room - HalfboardHost familyStudents per room: 1 · Board: Half board · Minimum age: 16 · Accommodation type: Host Family · Distance from school: 30 minutes walking · Facilities: Bed linen, Cable TV, Car parking, CD Player, Central location, Close to local amenities, Cooking facilities, Dishwasher, DVD Player, Furnished to the highest standards, Garden, Heating, Hob/Oven and Extractor, Internet access, Iron, Keys given on arrival, Kitchen, Kitchenette, Laundry, Microwave, Near the School, Open plan kitchen, Phone, Public transport near, Radio, Refrigerator, Satellite TV, Tea/Coffee Maker, Towels, TV, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet, Work Desk
At Dorset College, we are committed to meeting the highest standards of performance in both academic and non-academic areas; ensuring our students receive the best service possible.
Dorset College offers home stay accommodation with carefully selected, friendly local host families.The primary requirement is that the student should be well looked after and treated as a member of the family during his/her stay.
- Host family Twin/Double - HalfboardHost familyStudents per room: 2 · Board: Half board · Minimum age: 18 · Accommodation type: Host Family · Conditions: Only available to 2 students booking together. · Distance from school: 30 minutes walking · Facilities: Bed linen, Cable TV, Car parking, CD Player, Central location, Close to local amenities, Cooking facilities, Dishwasher, DVD Player, Furnished to the highest standards, Garden, Heating, Hob/Oven and Extractor, Internet access, Iron, Keys given on arrival, Kitchen, Kitchenette, Laundry, Microwave, Near the School, Open plan kitchen, Phone, Public transport near, Radio, Refrigerator, Satellite TV, Tea/Coffee Maker, Towels, TV, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet, Work Deskfrom €250/week
• Half-Board Accommodation Monday to Friday (Breakfast and Evening Meal) & Full-Board
Accommodation on weekends (Breakfast, Lunch and Evening Meal)
- from €205/weekBotanic Road/Twin roomStudent houseStudents per room: 2 · Board: Self Service · Minimum age: 18 · Accommodation type: Student House · Distance from school: 15 minutes walking · Facilities: Bed linen, Cable TV, Car parking, Central location, Close to local amenities, Cooking facilities, Electricity and water - extra charge, Furnished to the highest standards, Garden, Hairdryer, Heating, Hob/Oven and Extractor, Internet access, Iron, Keys given on arrival, Kitchen, LCD /Plasma /Flat-screen TV, Maid service weekly, Microwave, Near the School, Open plan kitchen, Public transport near, Radio, Refrigerator, Seating Area, Tea/Coffee Maker, Towels, TV, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet, Work Desk
Our Student Home is a very nice house, only 15 minutes walk to the college very closed to the Botanic Garden.
There are plenty of shops, bars, restaurants and local attractions within walking distance. There are 7 rooms, 5 twin rooms, 1 single room and one triple room. There is a comfortable self catering kitchen and living area.
• Two comfortable self-catering kitchens;
• 5 Bathrooms
• Two Washing Machines and Two Dryers;
• 240MB super speed broadband and WIFI;
• 5 Fridge Freezer;
• 3 Iron boards.
• Confortable dining and sitting area.
• Two 32” LED TVs in the two living room area
• Clear sheets and towels are available for every student arrival
• One Hair dryers per room;
• Desk
• 240MB super speed broadband and WIFI;
• 5 Toilets
- from €215/weekBotanic Road/Twin room ensuiteStudent houseStudents per room: 1 · Board: Self Service · Minimum age: 18 · Accommodation type: Student House · Distance from school: 15 minutes walking · Facilities: Bed linen, Car parking, Central location, Close to local amenities, Cooking facilities, Electricity and water - extra charge, Furnished to the highest standards, Garden, Hairdryer, Heating, Hob/Oven and Extractor, Internet access, Iron, Keys given on arrival, Kitchen, LCD /Plasma /Flat-screen TV, Maid service weekly, Microwave, Near the School, Open plan kitchen, Public transport near, Radio, Refrigerator, Seating Area, Tea/Coffee Maker, Towels, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet, Work Desk
Our Student Home is a very nice house, only 15 minutes walk to the college very closed to the Botanic Garden.
There are plenty of shops, bars, restaurants and local attractions within walking distance. There are 7 rooms, 5 twin rooms, 1 single room and one triple room. There is a comfortable self catering kitchen and living area.
• Two comfortable self-catering kitchens;
• 5 Bathrooms
• Two Washing Machines and Two Dryers;
• 240MB super speed broadband and WIFI;
• 5 Fridge Freezer;
• 3 Iron boards.
• Confortable dining and sitting area.
• Two 32” LED TVs in the two living room area
• Clear sheets and towels are available for every student arrival
• One Hair dryers per room;
• Desk
• 240MB super speed broadband and WIFI;
• 5 Toilets
About the school
Founded 1983 Dorset College is a well established education provider with our English language school located in the heart of Dublin’s city centre, beside the beautiful Mountjoy Square Park. Dorset College offers a flexible and extensive range of high quality English language programmes. We aim to provide the best language training possible and we constantly seek to enhance our student’s learning experience. You will certainly be very welcome in our school.
About the school: Dorset College Dublin
Number of classrooms: 9
Average nº of student per classroom: 10 to 12
Minimum student age: 16
Placement test on the first day: ✓
Distance from the airport: 4 miles km.
Closest airport: Dublin
Year the school opened: 1983
School opening times: 8:30 - 17:30
Facilities
After class/extra curricular seminars · Canteen · Computer room · Cultural trips · Eating area · Fax service · Free internet access · Internet WIFI · Library · Printing service · Self study material · Snack machines · Social activities · Study room · Tea / Coffee
Student information
Founded 1983 Dorset College is a well established education provider with our English language school located in the heart of Dublin’s city centre, beside the beautiful Mountjoy Square Park. Dorset College offers a flexible and extensive range of high quality English language programmes. We aim to provide the best language training possible and we constantly seek to enhance our student’s learning experience.
Terms & Conditions: Dorset College Dublin
- Services must be paid in full 7 days before the course starts in order to complete the enrolment and secure a place in the course and/or accommodation.
- Bookings are not transferable.
- Bank charges are payable by students
- Students must be 16 years of age or over
Cancellation policy
- The cancellation needs to be communicated in writing to the school by the person who booked the course.
- No course changes will be allowed to make up for refunds in the case of course cancellations.
- Where a cancellation is received 1 days after enrolment there will be no refund.
- The deposit is non-refundable.
- Enrolment fee is non-refundable.
- The registration fee is non-refundable.
- Accommodation booking fee is non-refundable.
- No refund will be made for shortening the course duration after the payment.
- There is no refund for any cancellation once the course has commenced.
- After a course has started there is no refund for any accommodation or other item booked.
- No tuition refunds are given for late arrivals, early departures or absences, for whatever reason, from classes during any course.
Refund policy
- 1- No refunds whatsoever are given for cancellations.
Visa refusal
- In case a visa is refused to the student, the school will charge 200 Euro and the remaining balance will be refunded to the student upon receipt of an original VISA refusal letter.
Other terms
All payment must be received before a student goes to class. All refunds etc must be dealt with through our Managing Director.
Student reviews
4.1out of 5
8 reviews
- Location4.0
- Facilities4.0
- Activities4.1
- Teachers4.3
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—Spain ★★★★☆ Invited by e-mail · LanguageBookings, 2012
1 week · 02/2012
I was very well in Dorset College. If I have permission of my family, I go back for continue learning English in Dorset College. Best wishes
Reply from the school
Thank you for your feeback Angela
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—Spain ★★★★★ Invited by e-mail · LanguageBookings, 2012
1 week · 02/2012
Everything was perfec! Nothing more to say.
Reply from the school
Dear Esteban, Thank you so much for your response Angela
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mariaSpain ★★☆☆☆ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2011
1 week · 01/2011
Voy a escribir sobre los apartamentos Hazelwood. Me parece un timo que en la pag web de Dorset college ponga que tiene gimnasio, piscina, cafetera, tv , wifi ,etc etc porque nada de eso es cierto, ademas dice que esta cerca del college, dios mio , que gran mentira, tienes que coger un autobus que tarda 40 minutos no seguire diciendo nada mas porque en fin, si yo fuese vosotros no vendria
Reply from the school
Dear Maria, Please note that Dorset College does not have a gym or swimming pool and no where on our website does it state this. Furthermore Hazelwood apartments have access to a gym and health Centre which does offer students a discounted rate. The Leisure Centre is called Northwood Gym and is located beside Hazelwood apartments and not Dorset College. I really can not see where you would get that Dorset College is beside Hazelwood as it is approx 20 minutes away by public transport to Hazelwood from Dorset College.
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—Spain ★★★★★ Invited by e-mail · LanguageBookings, 2011
3 weeks · 08/2011
Las clases fueron divertidísimas. A mi me tocaron dos profesores muy divertidos y nos reíamos mucho, aunque claro, había otros que no lo eran tanto. En general estaba muy bien, la única pega que puedo ponerle es la situción, Dublín tiene mejores zonas al sur en los distritos pares. Nosotros además teníamos la residencia cerca y el barrio y las calles que teníamos que cruzar eran peligrosas (aunque a nosotros no nos pasó nada, nos contaron de gente a la que si).
Reply from the school
Dear Ana, Thank you so much for your feedback with regards to your classes and accommodation. Please note that you did not stay in accommodationprevise by Dorset College. Angela
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—Spain ★★★★★ Invited by e-mail · LanguageBookings, 2011
3 weeks · 07/2011
la enseñanza en general bien, gracias a profesores que son excelentes que contrarresta a algunos que no lo son mucho. Lo peor es el sistema tan simple y absurdo de establecer el nivel de inglés de cada uno para asignarle en una clase, un sistema que provoca estar en un aula de nivel medio a estudiantes con mucho mejor nivel y otros mucho más bajo.
Reply from the school
Thank you for yor response. Angela
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