What you'll learn
Explore the intricacies of English grammar and build a solid foundation for clear, confident writing with our English language courses online!
This focused grammar course is designed for learners who want to understand how English really works — including the rules, the exceptions, and when it’s appropriate to bend them. It explores key concepts that are often overlooked or only partially covered in traditional schooling.
You’ll develop a clear understanding of sentence structure, grammar terminology, and punctuation, and learn how to analyse language with confidence. Through practical examples and guided exercises, you’ll build the skills to identify errors, explain your corrections, and make informed choices in your own writing.
Classes are interactive and analytical, with opportunities to practise editing, discuss multiple correct solutions, and apply grammar concepts immediately. This course is ideal for learners who enjoy understanding language in depth and want to feel more confident explaining why something is correct — not just that it is.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this English Grammar course, you should be able to
- Understand key principles of English grammar and punctuation
- Define and explain core grammatical terminology
- Identify when to follow, bend, or question grammar rules and conventions
- Apply practical strategies to improve your own writing
- Justify corrections in your own writing and others’ with clarity and confidence
- Recognise and resolve common grammatical problems in written English
Course content
What will be covered in this English Grammar course?
Topics
- Subjects, verbs, and pronouns
- Active and passive voice
- Tenses
- Sentence construction and structure
- Punctuation marks and their functions
- The nine parts of speech
- Rules, conventions, and exceptions
- Explanatory and revision questions, discussion, and analysis
- Standard editing marks used by professional editors
Intended audience
This course is ideal for learners who:
- Want to strengthen their understanding of English grammar and writing
- Are fluent English speakers or advanced ESL learners
- Wish to improve accuracy, clarity, and confidence in written English
- Want to better explain and justify language choices in professional or academic contexts
- Enjoy learning how language works, not just memorising rules
Pre-requisites
To enrol in this course, you should:
- Have completed English Course: Elementary English, or
- Have at least 40 hours of prior English language learning
If you’re unsure whether this course is the right level for you, please contact the College by phone or email. Our team will be happy to help you choose the most suitable course.
Course venue
Online via Zoom
- Zoom details will be emailed to you with your enrolment confirmation.
- Requirement: A device and stable internet connection.
Course materials
What to bring to class
- Pen and paper
- Optional textbook: The Grammar Handbook (Oxford University Press), Gordon Winch, 2013. ISBN: 9780195529098
Certificate of completion
Achievement Recognition
Upon successful completion of the course with at least 80% attendance, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance, recognising your participation and commitment to developing your English grammar skills.
Additional information
- Course delivery: Fully online through interactive virtual classrooms
- Certificate: A Certificate of Attendance is provided to students who successfully complete the course
- Enrol in three English language courses and receive an automatic 15% discount
An overview of our English Language program:
| Level | Course name | Description | Pre-Requisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| New to English | English: A Comprehensive Introduction Course | Provides essential aspects of English, including the alphabet, spelling, possessive adjectives, and more | 0 hours of prior language learning |
| Level 1 | English Course: Beginner English | Learn the fundamentals of the English language | basic understanding such as the English alphabet and spelling |
| Optional | English Course: English Grammar | After graduating from our English Course: Elementary English, focus on grammar intricacies for a solid foundation | 20+ hours of prior language learning |
| Level 2 | English Course: Pre-Intermediate English | Refines language proficiency for real-life conversations | 20+ hours of prior language learning |
| Optional | English Course: Communication Skills | After graduating from our English Course: Pre-Intermediate, practise your English communication skills | 40+ hours of prior language learning |
| Level 3 | English Course: Intermediate English | Explores more complex language structures | 40+ hours of prior language learning |
| Optional | English Course: IELTS Preparation | After graduating from our English Intermediate course, get ready for your IELTS exam | 60+ hours of prior language learning |
| Optional | English Course: Business English | After graduating from our English Intermediate course, master effective business communication | 60+ hours of prior language learning |
| Optional | Proofreading & Editing Course | After graduating from our English Intermediate course, get better at finding mistakes and making writing sound great | 60+ hours of prior language learning |
If you're uncertain about meeting the requirements or if this course matches your language proficiency, reach out to the College via phone or email. Our team can help you find the right course level for your skills.
Course testimonials
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Christine said: Our tutor, Chris, was knowledgeable, friendly, fun and approachable. He also has excellent teaching skills and has put a lot of effort into developing a well-structured course. We were also particularly lucky in that our group had a high level of rapport, so we had lots of fun and laughs while learning. Chris was great at encouraging the positive atmosphere in the class. I would highly recommend the course.
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Nina said: 5 Stars!
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Kerrie said: I really enjoyed taking this course learnt a lot. Micheal was knowlegable and relatable and included all students. I would take another more advanced course if it was available.
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Helen said: Chris Pitt is an experienced and passionate teacher. He covered as many topics as possible in these 8 lessons. This program raised my awareness of the correct English grammar in my daily writing. Chris also shared his spare time to give me one to one lessons to edit my writing. He even recommended useful resources for our future reference.
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Muhammad (Farhan) said: The best thing about this course is that it is a well-designed and good mix of theory and practical. You are always part of the communication and don't feel any pressure. The tutor is friendly and holds good knowledge of the course. It was a great learning experience.
Course tutors
Micheál Lovett
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