[IELTS Preparation Course] 6-Month (24-Week) Study English in the Philippines: Cost Breakdown by Room Type<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nOther Fees<\/h2>\n
When students arrive in Cebu, they are required to pay certain miscellaneous fees<\/strong> mandated by the Philippine government. These include fees such as the Special Study Permit (SSP)<\/strong>, visa extension<\/strong>, and maintenance costs<\/strong>.
Some fees are compulsory, while others are optional depending on the student\u2019s circumstances.
Please consult with the Student Manager upon arrival<\/strong> to confirm which fees apply to you.<\/p>\n
\nMiscellaneous Fees (Payable in Cebu)<\/h3>\n\n
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\n\n\n| Item<\/th>\n | Fee<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n |
\n\nSSP (Special Study Permit)<\/strong><\/td>\n| PHP 12,040 (Valid for 3 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nACR I-Card<\/strong> (Required for stays over 59 days)<\/em><\/td>\n| PHP 4,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nTextbooks<\/strong><\/td>\nApprox. PHP 1,000 \/ 4 weeks (depends on course materials)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nElectricity Fee<\/strong><\/td>\nPHP 1,000 \u2013 1,500 \/ 4 weeks (based on usage)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nMaintenance Fee<\/strong><\/td>\nPHP 500 \u00d7 number of weeks (one-time payment upon arrival)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nDeposit<\/strong> (Refundable, used for books & electricity)<\/em><\/td>\n| PHP 4,500 (1\u201319 weeks) \/ PHP 9,000 (20\u201347 weeks)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nOptional Classes<\/strong><\/td>\n1:1 ESL = PHP 2,500 \/ week
\nGroup ESL = PHP 1,500 \/ week<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n Visa Extension Fees<\/h3>\nStudents staying more than 30 days<\/strong> must apply for a visa extension.
Each extension includes a PHP 300 handling fee and requires 5 business days<\/strong> to process. During processing, your passport will be held<\/strong>, and travel is not permitted<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n \n \n\n\n| Extension<\/th>\n | Fee (PHP)<\/th>\n | Valid Until<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n | \n\n1st Extension<\/strong><\/td>\n| 4,440<\/td>\n | 59 days from arrival (approx. 8 weeks)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n2nd Extension<\/strong><\/td>\n| 5,616<\/td>\n | 89 days from arrival (approx. 12 weeks)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n3rd Extension<\/strong><\/td>\n| 4,240<\/td>\n | 119 days from arrival (approx. 16 weeks)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n4th Extension<\/strong><\/td>\n| 3,830<\/td>\n | 149 days from arrival (approx. 20 weeks)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n5th Extension<\/strong><\/td>\n| 3,830<\/td>\n | 179 days from arrival (approx. 24 weeks)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \nNote: After the 1st extension, the 2nd and 3rd extensions can be applied at the same time to simplify the process.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nLevel Test<\/strong><\/h2>\nOn the first day of school, all students are required to take a placement test<\/strong> to assess their English proficiency.
Based on the results, students are assigned to one of the following six levels<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n \n \n\n\nLevel<\/strong><\/th>\nDescription<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\nBeginner<\/strong><\/td>\n| Can recognize only a few English words.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nHigh Beginner<\/strong><\/td>\n| Can introduce themselves and hold basic conversations.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nLow-Intermediate<\/strong><\/td>\n| Can handle simple conversations with basic fluency.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nIntermediate<\/strong><\/td>\n| Can carry on basic conversations and understand others with ease.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nHigh-Intermediate<\/strong><\/td>\n| Can engage in general conversation and comprehend meaning quickly.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nAdvanced<\/strong><\/td>\nCan communicate fluently and express their opinions clearly without difficulty.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n \u23f0 Daily Class Schedule (Monday to Friday)<\/strong><\/h2>\nEach class is 50 minutes<\/em><\/p>\n\n \n \n\n\nTime<\/strong><\/th>\nPeriod<\/strong><\/th>\nClass Type \/ Activity<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\n| 07:00 \u2013 08:00<\/td>\n | \u2013<\/td>\n | Breakfast<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 08:00 \u2013 08:50<\/td>\n | 1st Period<\/td>\n | 1:1 Discussion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 09:00 \u2013 09:50<\/td>\n | 2nd Period<\/td>\n | Group Class<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 10:00 \u2013 10:50<\/td>\n | 3rd Period<\/td>\n | 1:1 Discussion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 11:00 \u2013 11:50<\/td>\n | 4th Period<\/td>\n | Group Class<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 12:00 \u2013 13:00<\/td>\n | \u2013<\/td>\n | Lunch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 13:00 \u2013 13:50<\/td>\n | 5th Period<\/td>\n | 1:1 Discussion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 14:00 \u2013 14:50<\/td>\n | 6th Period<\/td>\n | Group Class<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 15:00 \u2013 15:50<\/td>\n | 7th Period<\/td>\n | 1:1 Discussion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 16:00 \u2013 16:50<\/td>\n | 8th Period<\/td>\n | Optional Class<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 17:00 \u2013 17:50<\/td>\n | 9th Period<\/td>\n | N\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| 18:00 \u2013 19:00<\/td>\n | \u2013<\/td>\n | Dinner<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n Curriculum Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n| Class Type<\/th>\n | Target Skills<\/th>\n | Content Focus<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n | \n\n| Practical 1:1 Class<\/td>\n | S\/R\/W\/L<\/td>\n | Personalized 1:1 lessons<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Group Class (1:5)<\/td>\n | Conversational English<\/td>\n | Social topics, travel, real-life scenarios<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Native Class (1:6)<\/td>\n | Listening, Fluency<\/td>\n | Common U.S. phrases, mini-dialogs, mock conversations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| TOEIC\/IELTS\/TOEFL (1:8)<\/td>\n | Test Skills<\/td>\n | Mock exams, strategies, all sections (R\/L\/S\/W)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Business Class (1:8)<\/td>\n | Speaking, Presentation<\/td>\n | Job interviews, business communication<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Multimedia Class (1:8)<\/td>\n | Reading, Comprehension<\/td>\n | News, blogs, social media, magazines<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Formal\/Informal English (1:8)<\/td>\n | Usage, Tone<\/td>\n | Practical English in formal\/informal contexts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Speech Class<\/td>\n | Pronunciation, Fluency<\/td>\n | Accent reduction, delivery, speech practice<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Movie Class<\/td>\n | Listening, Phrase Use<\/td>\n | Dialogue, phrase memorization, blending sounds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Demo Class<\/td>\n | Speaking, Practical Use<\/td>\n | Phrase memorization and demonstration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Optional Class<\/td>\n | Speaking<\/td>\n | Casual Discussion or Review with teacher (Self-paced discipline)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n <\/p>\n IELTS Exam Guide<\/h2>\nAbout IELTS<\/h2>\nThe International English Language Testing System (IELTS)<\/strong> is one of the world\u2019s most widely recognized English proficiency exams. It is designed to assess the language ability of non-native speakers who need English for academic study, professional purposes, or immigration.<\/p>\nEvery year, more than 3 million candidates worldwide<\/strong> take IELTS as proof of their English ability. The test is jointly managed by the British Council<\/strong>, IDP: IELTS Australia<\/strong>, and Cambridge Assessment English<\/strong>, ensuring global recognition and standardized quality.<\/p>\n
\nWhy is IELTS Important?<\/h3>\nIELTS is often required for:<\/p>\n \n- \n
University Admissions<\/strong> \u2192 Most universities in the UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and increasingly in the US, ask for IELTS scores (especially for MBA, postgraduate, or exchange programs).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Immigration<\/strong> \u2192 Governments use IELTS results as part of visa applications, work permits, or permanent residency requirements.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Professional Licenses<\/strong> \u2192 Medical professionals, teachers, and other skilled workers may need IELTS certification to practice abroad.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nIn short: If you plan to study, work, or migrate to an English-speaking country, IELTS is the key.<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nIELTS Test Versions<\/h3>\nThere are two types of IELTS exams<\/strong>, and it\u2019s important to know which one suits your goals:<\/p>\n\n- \n
IELTS Academic<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- \n
For students applying to universities or professional programs in English-speaking countries.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Focuses on academic language, essay writing, and interpreting charts or data.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n - \n
IELTS General Training<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- \n
For those migrating to English-speaking countries for work or residency.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n - \n
Emphasizes everyday communication, workplace English, and social situations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
\nIELTS Test Format<\/h3>\nThe IELTS exam assesses four language skills<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n- \n
Listening<\/strong> (30 minutes) \u2192 4 sections, 40 questions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Reading<\/strong> (60 minutes) \u2192 3 passages, 40 questions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Writing<\/strong> (60 minutes) \u2192 2 tasks (Task 1: report\/letter; Task 2: essay)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Speaking<\/strong> (11\u201314 minutes) \u2192 Face-to-face interview with an examiner<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nTotal test time is 2 hours 45 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
\nScoring System<\/h3>\nIELTS uses a band scale from 0 to 9<\/strong>:<\/p>\n | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |