English Course: English Grammar

What you'll learn

Focus on grammar intricacies for a solid language foundation with our English language courses online!

Explore the depth of English grammar in this course, covering concepts often missed in traditional schooling.

Learn about subjects, verbs, pronouns, and how to structure effective paragraphs using phrases, clauses, and sentences. Understand the nine parts of speech, the purpose of punctuation marks, and when it's okay to bend grammar rules.

Develop the ability to spot errors and explain your corrections in your own writing or others'. Collaborate with peers using standard editing marks to identify mistakes, fix sentences, and justify your changes. Gain insights into multiple correct solutions.

If you're keen to hone your grammar skills, these lessons are tailor-made for you!

Learning outcomes

By the end of this English Grammar course, you should be able to 

• understand the concepts and principles of English grammar and punctuation
• discover how to define and explain key terminology
• know when to bend, break or keep a rule and when to use a convention
• employ some common-sense tips and tricks to apply to your own writing immediately
• develop skills so you can justify your corrections to your own writing and anyone else’s
• solve many of the common problems that everyone encounters when reading and writing
• enhance your career prospects

Course content

This English Grammar course will cover

• Subject, verb/s and pronouns
• Active and passive voice
• Tenses
• Construction of English
• The punctuation marks
• The nine parts of speech
• Rules and conventions
• Explanatory and revision questions and discussion
• The standard marks that professional editors use to edit hard copy

Intended audience

This English Grammar course is ideal for anyone who

• is looking to up-skill, including both native English speakers or those who are fluent in English as a second language
• is wanting to improve their English skills for better job opportunities
• is would like to improve their written English and justify the choices they make in their writing
• is wishing to feel more confident in English communication

Pre-requisites

• has graduated from our English Course: Elementary English course
• has 40 hours or more of previous English learning experience

If you don't know whether this course is the right level for you, please contact the College by phone or e-mail. We will be happy to speak with you and help you decide what course would be best for you

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 - We recommend 'The Grammar Handbook', Oxford Uni Press, Gordon Winch, 2013 (ISBN 9780195529098).

Certificate of completion

Achievement Recognition

Upon successfully completing the course with at least 80% attendance, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance. This certificate serves as a testament to your commitment and effort in mastering the English language. It can be a valuable addition to your resume, showcasing your dedication to personal and professional growth.

Additional information

• Course delivery: Fully online through interactive virtual classrooms.
• Certificate: A certificate of completion will be provided to students who successfully finish the course.
• Enrol in 3 English language courses and get automatically 15% off!

This is just the start of learning a wonderful language. Keep practicing and building on your language skills with our follow-on language courses or weekend workshops.

An overview of our English Language program:

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.