English + Rugby with Munster Rugby

  • 15 hours per week
  • Munster Rugby Training
  • Munster Rugby and CEC Certificate

English + Rugby with Munster Rugby

  • 15 hours per week
  • Munster Rugby Training
  • Munster Rugby and CEC Certificate
OVERVIEW
WHO IS IT FOR?
COURSE OBJECTIVES
ACCOMMODATION

At Cork English College we believe that learning English should be a fun, engaging and worthwhile experience, something which all our junior programmes aim to provide. We have been welcoming young learners to Cork since 1978 and have over 45 years’ experience in combining expert English language classes with energetic, enjoyable, and expert sporting activities.

This course is for students who wish to:

  • Improve their English
  • Be part of an enjoyable enriching experience
  • Build their overall confidence in using English
  • Meet and make friends with students from around the world
  • Individuals or groups who want to enjoy an immersive Irish experience
  • Those with a love of rugby and the outdoors

Being part of our English + Rugby Programme with Munster Rugby offers students the opportunity to gain proficiency in English while making friends, playing rugby and having fun here with us in Cork!

Our English + Rugby Programme is an exclusive partnership with Munster Rugby and combines English language classes with rugby sessions from Munster’s professional academy coaches. Munster is one of the world’s leading professional rugby clubs with famous players such as Ronan O’Gara, Paul O’Connell and Conor Murray. This programme is for those looking to improve their tactical and technical knowledge of the game, as well as have fun with students from all over the world who love the game of Rugby.

We offer a range of different accommodation options for your stay in Cork. Choose an authentic Irish experience with one of our host families or more fully supervised living in our Junior residential student apartments located on the campus of MTU. Our team ensures all accommodation options are safe, secure and of the highest standards.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

With an English Course in CEC, you get:

Experienced Teachers
CEC Welcome pack
Social, cultural and sporting activities
Full board accommodation
End of course certificate

BENEFITS OF THIS COURSE

At the end of your English course, you can expect to:

Speak more confidently
Communicate more accurately and clearly
Use English more effectively
Have developed your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills
Have learnt more about Irish life & culture
Make memories and friends to last you a lifetime

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What types of courses do you have?

We have a range of different Junior courses available in our Host Family Centre or Residential, most run in the summer months and are as below:

  • English + Multi-Activity
  • English + Golf with Fota Golf Academy ​
  • English + Horse-Riding ​
  • English + Rugby with Munster Rugby Club​
  • English + Football with Valencia CF ​
  • English + STEAM with Steam Education
  • Young Adult Programme (16 – 19)
  • Young Adult Cambridge Programme (16 – 19)
Some other Junior course options on at other times in the year include:
  • Family Language Stay​
  • High School Programme​
  • Winter Mini Stay Programmes

What accommodation options do you have?

For the accommodation, our junior students can stay with either a local host family or in one of our residential centres where they will be fully supervised with live-in leaders at all times.

What are the fees and what’s included?

The Junior programmes come in a package price including classes, activities, excursions, meals and accommodation. Feel free to visit our course price page or junior section for more.

Are the courses fully supervised?

Yes, all our junior courses are fully supervised at all times. Our junior students are taken to and from each activity and to their classes by our dedicated activity leaders and they are also supervised in their accommodation centres either by our live in residential staff or by their host family.

When do the courses normally take place?

Our dedicated Junior courses take place in the summer month of July. This can vary year to year so it’s best to contact us as soon as you decide you would like to book a course to receive the most up to date information. Our Mini-Stay programme courses run in the autumn and winter months and our High School programme runs in the academic year.

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12:15
12:30
14:00
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17:00
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19:00
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NING
Monday
English Lessons
Munster Rugby Training
Activity every evening
Tuesday
English Lessons
Munster Rugby Training
Activity every evening
Wednesday
English Lessons
Munster Rugby Training
Activity every evening
Thursday
English Lessons
Munster Rugby Training
Activity every evening
Friday
English Lessons
Munster Rugby Training
Activity every evening
Saturday
VIP Tour of Thomond Park Stadium
Sunday
Optional Activity

SAMPLE OF OUR WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

MONDAY / Rugby Lessons
TUESDAY / Rugby Lessons
WEDNESDAY / Rugby Lessons
WEDNESDAY / International Disco Night
THURSDAY / Rugby Lessons
THURSDAY / Bowling Evening
FRIDAY / Rugby Lessons
SATURDAY / Visit to Killarney National Park

WHY CHOOSE CEC?

Discover why you should choose the award winning fully accredited CEC.

COURSE DETAILS

  • Start Dates:
    June 30th or July 14th 2024
  • Available Levels:
    A2
    Pre-Intermediate
    A2+
    Pre-Intermediate Plus
    B1
    Intermediate
    B1+
    Intermediate Plus
    B2
    Upper-Intermediate
    B2+
    Upper-Intermediate Plus
    C1
    Advanced
  • Age Group:
    13-16
  • Hours per week:
    15
  • Students per class:
    15

FEES

  • Price
    €1,220 (Residence)

FEES CALCULATOR

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HEAR FROM SOME OF OUR STUDENTS

Nils
Germany

“With the assistance of the CEC community – its compassionate teachers, activity leaders, administrative personnel as well as my inspiring classmates – I managed to raise my proficiency of English from a B2 to a solid C1. Above all, I always had a good time.”

Carla Proserpio
Argentina

I will always keep a nice memory of the month spent in Cork, and this thanks to CEC, which in addition to letting me deepen my English, made me discover breathtaking places and meet unforgettable people.

Tatiane Passos
Brazil

Well, I’ll never forget my time at CEC, after all, it was a year and a half very well spent. I’m extremely grateful to have had the opportunity to build my English here. Grrreat teachers, welcoming people and an incredible city/culture. Thank you very much CEC team for all support and keep up the brilliant work!

WELCOME TO
CORK ENGLISH COLLEGE