Academic Year 25+10 - Global English
Academic Bridge · Dublin, Ireland
From €133.00 per week
- Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Maximum class size: 15
- School admin. fee: €120.00
- Average number of students: 12
- Lesson duration: 60 minutes
- Course materials: €60.00 Mandatory and not included
- Course certificate: Yes
- Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
- Levels: Elementary - Level A1, Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1, Proficient - Level C2
Global English programme, morning or afternoon, 25 weeks. Price for the academic-year programme (25 weeks of tuition, '25+10'). Long-term students also pay medical insurance EUR 150, learner protection EUR 150 and an exit exam EUR 130 to the school. Academic Bridge, Gardiner Place, Dublin: group lessons in an international classroom, all levels. Registration fee EUR 120 and course book EUR 60.
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About the school
Welcome!
Academic Bridge is pleased to welcome you to our English language courses in the heart of Dublin city centre. During your stay with us here in Dublin we hope that you enjoy yourself, make lots of new friends, but most importantly improve your English.
As part of your course, we recommend that you sign up for our social activities.
You will get an opportunity to meet students with different levels of English, learn more about Ireland and see new places.
We pride ourselves on our service and aim to ensure that your visit here to Ireland is to your satisfaction. However, should you experience any difficulties please do not hesitate to inform us here at the college.
Student reviews
4.5out of 5
28 reviews
- Location4.6
- Facilities4.1
- Activities4.5
- Teachers4.6
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LarissaBrazil ★★★★☆ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2026
12 weeks · 02/2026
The worst experience I've ever had at a language school. The staff were unprepared and unprofessional. There were frequent class cancellations and delays. When I raised these issues, the Director of Studies showed little concern, and no solution was provided. Furthermore, the facilities were in poor condition and felt unsafe. I would not recommend this school.
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AlineBrazil ★☆☆☆☆ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2023
1 week · 04/2020
I closed the contract with the school in 2020, I had to cancel due to the pandemic + war and the situation the country was in, in addition to private issues. Canceling the course would incur a fine of 300 euros, which I happily accepted. I was advised that the reversal would be made within 1 year of the cancellation request. The 1 year period ended in March 2023 and so far the school has not refunded my money. Almost 7 thousand reais stopped with them for more than 1 year!!! And the school treat
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JavierSpain ★★★★★ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2022
24 weeks · 12/2017
Fue la mejor despues de pasar por muchas que fueran terribles. Muy bien chicos y chicas, gracias por todo.
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RafaelaItaly ★★★★★ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2014
3 weeks · 02/2013
The best part of the school was the quality of the teachers, they are quite dinamic and the lessons are very good. Also the accommodation (I was in the student apartments) was lovely, in the city centre within few minutes on foot from the school. They organise so many trips around Dublin, If I have to say something bad about the school it is that one day the teacher was sick and we didnt have class but after they compensated it with another class so the problem was solved!!
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JinnySouth Korea ★★★★★ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2014
25 weeks · 01/2014
I really enjoyed my time in this school.... It has a great atmosphere and very good teachers, I met so many friends that I will never forget!!!
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—Chile ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified booking · LanguageBookings, 2014
2 weeks · 01/2009
I had a great time, they are very nice people, and is a very family-like school. Very disorganized, though.
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—Spain ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified booking · LanguageBookings, 2013
3 weeks · 10/2013
The school and the teachers are good (especially Niamh –she is quite dynamic, talkative and efficient). So that, I'd recommend this school to my friends. However, I strongly do NOT recommend the accommodation—at least the twin-room apartments. The fact is that they are not 5 minutes walking away from the school. You have to walk for at least 20-25 minutes and the neighborhood in which the apartments are placed seems to be a little dangerous at night.
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—Spain ★★★★☆ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2013
4 weeks · 08/2013
Academia Bridge se ha interesado directamene por solucionar los problemas que surgieron en relación con el apartamento y nos han recompensado por los incovenientes que hemos tenido en la estancia. En cuanto a las clases de idioma, han sido muy provechosas. Hemos practicado mucho inglés, hemos podido relacionarnos con estudiantes de otros paises, y hemos realizado actividades interesantes relacionadas con el idioma y las costumbres irlandesas: visitas a museos, ver flims, excursión al parque, ...
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—Spain ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified booking · LanguageBookings, 2013
2 weeks · 07/2013
A great experience, good teachers, good partners, i learnt and enjoyed a lot. I'm going to keep a good remembering of the school . I hope to see you again . My best wishes for everyone
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—Afghanistan ★★★★★ ✓ Verified booking · LanguageBookings, 2013
1 week · 01/2009
La experiencia ha sido muy buena, aunque corta... Pienso que son necesarias dos semana mínimo ,la profesora muy buena y el trato en la escuela sobre todo de Poliana fue excelente ... Lo recomiendo a todo el mundo... Besos a todos
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About the school: Academic Bridge
Number of classrooms: 12
Average nº of student per classroom: 13
Minimum student age: 18
Placement test on the first day: ✓
Distance from the airport: 9.2 km.
Closest airport: Dublin International Airport
Year the school opened: 2010
School opening times: 9:00 - 18:00
Facilities
After class/extra curricular seminars · Audio learning · Canteen · Coffee shop · Computer room · Cultural trips · Eating area · Free internet access · Internet WIFI · Library · Printing service · Self study material · Snack machines · Social activities · Student room · Study room · Tea / Coffee · Television room
Student information
Location:
Academic Bridge College is located in an elegant building in one of Dublin’s historic areas, a short walk from O’Connell Street, the main street in Dublin city centre.
Address: 33 Gardiner Place, Dublin 1, Ireland
AB College Facilities:
The school has spacious, bright and comfortable classrooms. The building has Wi-Fi, a reception area, a fabulous student area and a large open area at the rear of the building.
Our large, bright classrooms have whiteboards, TVs and audio facilities. Language learning is a dynamic activity and our students have plenty of space in our classrooms to move around and interact with their fellow students while participating in communication games and other learning activities.
The student area includes a canteen, a relaxation area and a computer area. The student area is the perfect place to make new friends and relax after class. There is also a quiet study area for those who wish to do homework etc.
To the back of the school building there is a large open area where students can relax and enjoy the fantastic Irish weather!
*Bright and spacious classrooms
*Self-access library (books + DVDs)
*Modern multi-media computer suite with free Internet access .
*Free WiFi
*Canteen
*Free clubs including drama, music, movies, Irish culture and video production
*Quiet student area to study
*Large garden for parties and outdoor activities.
General English course description:
General English 15 and 30 (GE15 and GE30)
With the main focus on communication skills, this 15-hour per week course also provides a solid foundation in conversation and the main linguistic skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking. There is a core course book and workbook, which are supplemented by teachers with authentic materials such as newspapers, magazines, menus, manuals, brochures and a range of other sources. In the GE 30 students take classes in the morning and afternoon.
Levels: A1 – C1
Timetable:
Morning GE 15. From 9 am – 12:15 pm
Afternoon GE 15. 1:45 pm – 5 pm
Hours per week: 15
Morning + Afternoon GE30. From 9 am – 5 pm.
Hours per week:30
Duration: 1 – 25 weeks
Key points:
• Suitable for any student who wishes to improve their English in a less intensive way
• General ‘all-round’ approach
• Revision of major grammar and vocabulary at each level
• In-house examinations
• More time for out-of-class activities
Award: Academic Bridge Certificate in English
Entry requirements: Students should have a basic knowledge of English (A1 level). Those who are complete beginners will have to enter a one-to-one programme until A1 level is achieved.
Terms & Conditions: Academic Bridge
- Services must be paid in full 30 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 18 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 2 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
- A cancellation fee of € 150 applies when a course is cancelled less than 2 week/s before the course commencement date.
Visa refusal
- 1- No refunds whatsoever are given for Visa refusal.
Accommodation
- HostelHostelStudents per room: 8 · Board: Breakfast · Minimum age: 18 · Accommodation type: Hostel · Distance from school: 2 Km · Facilities: 24-Hour Front Desk, Air Conditioning, Bed linen, Central location, Close to local amenities, Elevator, Furnished to the highest standards, Heating, Internet access, Iron, Keys given on arrival, Laundry, Maid service weekly, Near the School, Public transport near, Seating Area, Wireless (WIFI) Internetfrom €300/week
We suggest a variety of hostels close to the school. Shared rooms, shared kitchens and a shared TV area make this option a good social place to stay. This is best for you if you want to mix with lots of different nationalities. Available all year round.
- from €250/weekApartments - 4 bedroomStudent houseStudents per room: 4 · Board: Self Service · Minimum age: 18 · Accommodation type: Student House · Distance from school: 15 minutes walking · Facilities: Bed linen, Central location, Close to local amenities, Cooking facilities, Every day cleaning not included, Furnished to the highest standards, Heating, Hob/Oven and Extractor, Internet access, Keys given on arrival, Kitchen, Microwave, Near the School, Public transport near, Refrigerator, Seating Area, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet
You will have the benefit of living with other people like you, who are studying English. This is the best option for you if you want total immersion in the student experience.
*Available all year round.
*Linen and Towels: Bed linen is not included in all room types (depends of the accommodation location).
*I.D Policy: All guests must show a valid ID upon arrival.
*Room Policy: mixed room (female and male)
Guests under 18 years .
Student Residence
*International enviroment
• Calm Atmosphera
• Living in small group
• Near of City Center
• More privacy
Prices
Price list from 3 Nov 2026
| Weeks | Total | Per week |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | €3,500.00 | €140.00 |
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Course types in Dublin
- General · €125
- Intensive · €200
- Exam preparation · €245
- IELTS · €245
- Cambridge exams · €245
- Business · €200
- One-to-one · €380
- Beginners · €165
- Afternoon · €55
- Super-intensive · €250
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