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Learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.

Our Intensive Course offers the maximum number of Special Interest Lessons, to ensure you successfully achieve your goals while studying abroad. Taught both in class and online, you can take SPIN Lessons focused on language skills, professional development, exam or university preparation or culture and arts.

Why is EF Intensive our most popular course? Because not only do you maximize the amount that your language skills improve, you also gain valuable time to practice with fellow students. This extra interaction enables you to communicate in a natural way, faster than on other courses, and in the process form lasting friendships.
How many weeks should students enroll for an EF Intensive Course? The longer you study, the more you will improve, guaranteed. That’s why students seeking advanced language skills enroll for a minimum of 3 to 6 weeks. Keep in mind that Intensive students make progress 25 to 50% faster. A 6-week course allows most students to advance one full level of ability, and many intensive students choose to achieve greater fluency with courses of 3 months or more.

EF Intensive Course

Gain a sound understanding of a language through a well-rounded course.

You&rsquo;ll also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your
studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic
goals &ndash; whether it&rsquo;s your destination&rsquo;s culture or preparing for an
official exam.

EF General Course

Focus on how to communicate and enjoy lots of free time.

This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You’ll benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.

EF Basic Course

At EF, we don't believe in one-size-fits-all language learning. That's why we offer courses to suit your every need. With intakes every Monday and courses ranging from 2-52 weeks, you can choose the length and intensity of your studies along with your special interest classes.

Language courses

Prepare for business and management success.

GMAT Preparation

Prepare for an officially recognized language exam.

German: Zertifikat Deutsch als Fremdsprache, Goethe-Zertifikat
Mandarin: Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK)
Japanese: Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT levels N3-N5
Spanish: Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera (DELE), Diploma Superior de Español de Los Negocios (DSEN) and Diploma Intermedio de Español de Los Negocios (DIEN) 
Italian: Certificato di Conoscenza della Lingua Italiana (CELI), Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua Straniera (CILS)

Additional Language Exams

Gain an academic advantage or professional edge by passing an officially recognized language exam. Whether you&rsquo;re applying to university abroad or boosting your CV for a global job search, EF gives you the tools and experience you need to pass the proficiency exams of your choice.

Exam preparation courses

Improve your new language skills in an international work environment.

Available in: All EF schools in the UK, Ireland, Malta, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany, Japan, China, Italy and Spain.
Prefer a longer internship? Try our Internship Plus Program. Choose a 3+3 program (3 months of language studies and
a 3 month internship) or a 6+3 program (6 months of language studies and then a 3-month internship). Ask us for more details.

EF Internship Experience

Refine your language skills while volunteering with an organization.

Available in: 
Costa Rica; all EF schools in the USA and Canada except Vancouver and Vancouver IslandAll EF schools in the UK, Ireland, Malta, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany, Japan, Italy and Spain.Costa Rica; all EF schools in the USA and Canada except Vancouver and Vancouver Island

EF Volunteer Experience

Learn the skills you need to get your dream job.

Available in: London and Manchester

EF Career Plus

Designed to provide professionals with better tools to achieve their goals, this innovative course can be used to optimize your chances of finding a job, either locally or abroad. Enhance your CV with industry-focused language skills or prepare for the job you deserve with an international internship.

Career courses

Learn fast with small class sizes and plenty of interaction.

EF Executive & Professional Group

One-on-one training combined with group tuition or independent Project Sessions.

EF Executive Premium

Advance your career or take your company forward with our highly tailored language training for senior professionals.

Courses for executives

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