English courses for adults

An adult learning course could change your life

The British Council teaches over 16,000 students annually at our teaching centres in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and New Delhi. This means we understand the needs of our students and the challenges they face.  

We aim to create an environment that is fun and interactive, because we believe that if learners enjoy their classes, they are more motivated to progress in their studies.

Enrol for the right course and learn from our professional teachers who hold internationally recognised qualifications in teaching English. Our material gives you practical experience and skills to improve your English language abilities.

Our specially designed courses are for adults looking to improve their proficiency in English. Whether you want to improve your overall communication, take an English exam, or simply want to develop your spoken English skills, we have the right course for you.

Courses for adults

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    English Evolution

    These courses are designed to help you improve your competence in speaking, reading, listening and writing. You will also develop your understanding of English grammar and pronunciation, and expand your range of vocabulary.

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    English Impact

    We have developed a specific course for adult learners of English that focuses on developing speaking skills for use in everyday interactions.

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    IELTS Preparation (Regular)

    Our regular IELTS preparation course helps learners develop a detailed knowledge of the skills and strategies needed to pass the IELTS exam.

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    Intensive IELTS Preparation

    Our intensive IELTS preparation course helps learners develop detailed knowledge of English skills and strategies needed to pass the IELTS exam.

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    Creative Writing

    The 32 hour course offers the opportunity to learn various techniques to improve your writing and enhance creativity. The Creative Writing Course covers areas including fiction and short story writing, poetry, creating characters, writing about place and scriptwriting.