The English as a Second Language (ESL) program is offered to students by experienced instructors to improve their English language skills. Students can enroll in part time or full time ESL programs. We offer 13 levels of ESL which ensures students are placed into the appropriate level. Upon arrival, students take an assessment test that is used to place students in their appropriate English class. Classes are kept to a maximum of 10 students ensuring students receive one-on-one attention from the teacher. ESL program is offered throughout the entire year with a continuous intake of students.

ESL 1 – Absolute Beginner 1
ESL 2 – Absolute Beginner 2
ESL 3 – Beginner 1
ESL 4 – Beginner 2
ESL 5 – Beginner 3
ESL 6 – Intermediate 1
ESL 7 – Intermediate 2
ESL 8 – Intermediate 3
ESL 9 – Intermediate 4
ESL 10 – Advanced 1
ESL 11 – Advanced 2
ESL 12 – Advanced 3 (Novel Study)

With more than two million tests taken in the past year alone, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is one of the world’s most popular English language proficiency tests. The test is accepted by over 8,000 organizations in 125 countries worldwide. This includes educational institutes, immigration authorities, employers, and professional bodies.

Duke’s IELTS courses have been created and help students understand the test and prepare for it. By preparing for the test, students will be building the skills they need to succeed and achieve their goals.

IELTS measures how well test takers use English, not just their knowledge of the language. English skills such as speaking, writing, reading, and listening are all taken into consideration and because it is a valid test with objective scoring, this test confirms that a student has the necessary skills to succeed in different settings. IELTS is created to reflect real-life use of the English language at a work related, educational, and everyday level.

You can take one from two versions of the test – IELTS General Training or IELTS Academic – depending on what it is you need exactly. Both tests are made up of four separate parts – Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening.

Start your preparation for the IELTS test by joining one of our classes. Here at Duke we will focus on your individual needs and help you ace the IELTS test.

Upon arrival, a student will take a level assessment test that is used to place students in their appropriate classes.

Our TOEFL Preparation Class is held at flexible hours. Students work with an experienced teacher and the most up-to-date, effective textbooks and materials available. The TOEFL Preparation Class is designed into two parts.

First, we focus on improving your English skills. Students work on vocabulary building, listening, reading, essay writing, and speaking.

The second focus is on building TOEFL skills and test strategies to improve your score. Every TOEFL exam is different, but each test has the same types of questions.

We help familiarize you with the kinds of questions TOEFL asks.

Upon arrival, a student will take a level assessment test that is used to place students in their appropriate classes.