We offer our intensive German course program for learners from 16 years on. It takes place weekdays from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm and 6.00 pm – 9.00 pm. It aligns with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and is therefore divided in 6 course levels.

You can find the precise description of each language level on the main page for the courses.

Each level is divided into two parts – A1/1 and A1/2, A2/1 and A2/2, B1/1 and B1/2 etc. – each of that parts last 4 weeks. For finishing a complete level you will need 8 weeks in total.... [-]

You love to work with make-up and make others more attractive? You want to work on photo shoots, fashion shows and style models? Or would you like to be part of the beauty industry?

A make-up artist generally works in the areas of TV, Fashion Shows or Photo Shoots for magazines etc. They are in close contact with the actors, models, anchors and producers and are able to work with very different personalities. You will require confidence as well as ambition to succeed as a make–up artist.

It is important that the make - up artist has an ongoing interest in keeping up with the latest trends in different looks as well as being aware of the historical make-up styles in order to be on top of their game. Working hours can be irregular as they are dependent on the events or shoots one has to attend.Creativity is the most important aspect. Make-up artists usually work under a lot of pressure, not everybody is able to work under sometimes stressful conditions. This aspect needs to be considered. ... [-]

The student receives a set course schedule in which the theoretical courses are mapped out. The practical courses are scheduled for the weekends and guided by a practicing photography professor. Also the student receives practical assignments which they work on during the course free time and which then present at the end of the month. During the first semester, students will be made familiar with the basics of photography, an understanding of technical and light aspects, as well as implementing the differing genres of portrait, fashion, commercial photography, photo journalism and documentary. In the second semester students specialize in a particular genre of photography and start to compile their own personal portfolio with assistance from the professors. At this point the aspects of self-marketing, the student’s homepage and the corporate identity will come into place. The future career of each student will be discussed and mapped out with the... [-]

2013 Business in China Summer Programme

Internship and Businesses Courses at the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics. 8 weeks in Shanghai: the fastest growing financial centre of the world. A unique summer opportunity.

Programme DescriptionAs the world's fastest growing major economy, the largest exporter and the second largest importer, China increasingly influences world business and politics. The 2013 Business in China Summer Programme will develop your academic, cultural, linguistic and economic relationships with the rising superpower. Your Business in China Summer Programme is going to be unique in that it combines academic and professional development experiences in an elite Shanghai university.... [-]

Common Educational Proficiency Assessment (CEPA) and External Measure of Student Achievement, (EMSA) are a set of locally-developed standardised tests used for admissions and placement by all federal institutions of higher and further education in the United Arab Emirates: ADVETI, Zayed University, the Higher Colleges of Technology, and UAE University.

The CEPA is produced by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific research as part of NAPO (National Admissions and Placement Office) and EMSA by the Abu Dhabi Education Council. There are two exams for the CEPA and EMSA. The English examinations test basic English proficiency, and the Mathematics measures basic math skills. Both the English and the Maths exams are administered in two formats: paper-based (with scanned answer sheets) and computer-based for the CEPA and computer-based only for the EMSA. English Training Lounge offers full CEPA and EMSA- English training and tuition and can also arrange for mathematics tuition if needed. It is also important to keep in mind that the EMSA also has a Science section. This is often, but not always integrated into the Mathematics section of the exam.... [-]

TOEFL, (Test Of English as a Foreign Language) is an English competency qualification required by most, if not all USA and Canadian university to prove proficiency in English language ability for those who come from countries where English is not the native language. The TOEFL assesses non-native English speakers' academic listening, reading, speaking and writing skills. Over 2400 US and Canadian colleges and universities require a TOEFL test score in order to admit overseas students to further and higher educational programmes of study. Regardless of past academic qualifications or overseas travel, the TOEFL is still required if a non-native English speaking student wishes to study for an Undergraduate degree, (BA/BEng/BSc...) a Postgraduate degree, (MA/MEng/MSc...) or a Doctorate degree, (JD/Mphil/Phd/PsyD ...) in The United States of America or Canada. (Please also keep in mind that both The USA and Canada also accept IELTS Academic, ETL strongly recommends that all of our learners check with their prospective colleges or universities in the USA or Canada before applying for either the TOEFL or IELTS exam preparation programmes with English Training Lounge.... [-]

Corporate English is a branch of English for a Specific Purpose. However, Corporate English training tends to concentrate on the business and commerce sector of English language teaching and training. English Training Lounge’s Corporate English courses offer first class English language training for those who want to develop English skills for employment and practical business and industrial situations. ETL learners also gain the ability to give effective presentations, give instructions and develop the skills necessary to pass the Cambridge Business English Examination (BEC), an internationally recognized ESP qualification which tests the skills for using English in the office, workplace or shop-floor. This direction of study has proved popular within Singapore and Japan's financial sectors. Other than cities such as Tokyo and Yokohama, the Kansai region of Japan consisting of Fukui, Shiga, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, Nara and Wakayama has seen a large upturn in academic and business English language needs. ETL is offering a business English and English for Academic purposes, (EAP) course that primarily addresses English academic writing and phonemic awareness. Topics include: 1. Negotiating 2. Networking 3. Managing meetings 4. Interviewing 5. Placing orders 6. Customer services 7. General communication... [-]

English Training Lounge - The International Baccalaureate® (IB): Middle Years (MY), Career Related Program (CP) & Diploma Program (DP) support courses and tuition

'The MY Program is a challenging framework that encourages students to make practical connections between their studies and the real world.' (Taken from the IBO website). The MY, Middle Years program is a five-year program of secondary education for 11 to 16-year-olds. Students who complete the MY program are well-prepared to undertake the IB Diploma Program (DP), Career-related Program (CP) or even the UK Curriculum A, Level course. The MY Program curriculum The MY Program curriculum framework consists of eight subject groups, providing a broad yet balanced educational curriculum for secondary/high school students between the ages of 11 to 16 years old. The MYP requires at least 50 hours of teaching time for each subject group, in each year of the program. In the final two years of the program, carefully-defined subject group flexibility allows students to meet local requirements and personal learning goals. The 8 subject groups:... [-]

English Training Lounge delivers IELTS Academic & General Exam preparation training for education, for immigration

IELTS, or 'International English Language Testing System', is an international standardized English language proficiency test for non-native speakers wishing to emigrate, work or study in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, The United Kingdom & Ireland or The USA. Added to this, many colleges, training institutions and universities in countries such as The United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Pakistan and India all require a set IELTS band score to study at their respective establishments.... [-]

English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is a learner-centered approach to teaching English that focuses on developing communicative competence in a specific area such as: accounting, aviation, business, IT, teaching, engineering, medicine and so on. Learners are also exposed to English workplace cultural terminologies and real world English skills practice.

ESP programmes are different from general English language courses as they tend to focus on specific areas and needs:

Our English as a Second Language, (ESL) course is primarily for students with limited to moderate English experience who want to learn and develop their English skills. The over all aim of ESL programme is to develop and prepare and guild students to take their English abilities in whichever direction they want. This could be towards, IELTS, TOEFL, ESP or any other English pathway. The ESL programme focuses on developing the learner's English skills, such as: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The programme centers around listening comprehension, speaking practice, reading, and intensive general vocabulary development.... [-]

In our French courses the most important thing is the student, that’s why we work in reduced groups.

Our teacher analyse the needs of our students to develop the contents of the course. If you already have some French language skills, you can take our free test to ascertain your level. Please, contact us if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.

We use different and targeted study material chosen according to the needs of each group. We will inform you in advance what materials you will need and these can all be purchased at our school or from the usual suppliers.

Learn French in Berlin with us in small groups (an average of 5 participants)!

Our teaching material for our French courses:... [-]

In our Italian courses in Berlin the most important thing is the student, that’s why we work in reduced groups. Our teachers analyse the needs of our students to develop the contents of the course.

If you already have some Italian language skills, you can take our free test to ascertain your level. Please, contact us if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.

Learn Italian with us in small groups (an average of 5 participants)!

Our teaching material for our Italian courses:

In our Italian courses we use specialized material and we offer the possibility of buying the books at the school for the standard bookshop price. We use the following books:... [-]

In our English courses in Berlin-Friedrichshain the most important thing is the student, that’s why we work in reduced groups. Our teacher analyses the needs of our students to develop the contents of the course. If you already have some English language skills, you can take our free test to ascertain your level. Please, contact us if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment. We use different and targeted study material chosen according to the needs of each group. We will inform you in advance what materials you will need and these can all be purchased at our school or from the usual suppliers.

Learn English in Berlin with us in small groups (an average of 5 participants)!... [-]

Our Spanish courses in Berlin are adapted to the needs and interests of our students. Learn Spanish with us in small groups, with native and qualified teachers, personal advice in four languages and great prices!

If you already have some Spanish language skills, you can take our free test to ascertain your level. You can join us anytime you want! Please contact us if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.

Learn Spanish in Berlin with us in small groups (between 4 and 10 participants)!

We offer different kinds of courses so you can choose the one that best suits you.

Try our courses completely free! If you are a Spanish-beginner, you can take part in our free trial lessons for beginners, which take place once a month.... [-]