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College of International Education (CIE)
Contact Irma Banyte-Kelly
Address 24B St Michael's Street, Oxford, Oxon, OX1 2EB
Region South and South East England
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Telephone +44 1865 202238
Website www.cie-oxford.com
Email info@cie-oxford.com
Facebook facebook.com/cie.oxford
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Description of centre

The College of International Education (CIE) is a friendly, independent and professional language school founded in 1974.

It is located in the centre of Oxford, opposite the world-famous Oxford Union. Our busy summer school is also held in city centre facilities, such as City of Oxford College.

We provide a variety of courses including:
General English
Exam classes
Summer courses
Junior courses
Residential Junior courses
Content and Language Integrated courses
Online courses

CIE offers small class sizes (usually no more than 6 students per class), qualified teachers and personal academic and welfare support which helps to improve your English quickly. CIE's close family atmosphere throughout the academic year helps to make intensive study easier and much more pleasant.

CIE is fully accredited by the British Council and the British Accreditation Council. It is also a member of ENGLISH UK.



"Students benefit from well-managed student services, including out of class activities and suitable accommodation." (BC Inspection 2023)

"Student feedback includes comments about the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff." (BC Inspection 2023)

"The aim of CIE is to enhance the academic and social potential of students while promoting their understanding and appreciation of the diversity of their various cultural traditions. It furthers this through developing the English language skills of visiting students, with an emphasis on cultural enrichment and subject-specific elements". (BAC Inspection 2021)

"Students confirm that teachers are responsive to their particular interests. They are happy with their courses and very pleased with the
progress they are making.". (BAC Inspection 2023)

"Relationships among students and between students and staff are positive. As a result, students feel safe and welcome at CIE." (BAC Inspection 2023)
  • Course information

  • General English

    Course type A. General & Intensive English
    Months Open All year round, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
    Course Length Flexible, 1-2 weeks, 3-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, more than 12 weeks, 6 months, 1 year
    Age group Any, Under 12, 12-16, 16-18, 18-22, 23+
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    Course hours 11-15
    Tuition fees £200-299
    Class size 10
    Beginners accepted? Yes

  • Intensive English
    Course type A. General & Intensive English
    Months Open All year round, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
    Course Length Flexible, 1-2 weeks, 3-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, more than 12 weeks, 6 months, 1 year
    Age group Any, Under 12, 12-16, 16-18, 18-22, 23+
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    Course hours 21-25
    Tuition fees £300-449
    Class size 10
    Beginners accepted? No

  • Business Foundation Course
    Course type B. Foundation/Access Courses
    Months Open January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November, December
    Course Length 6 months
    Age group 16-18, 18-22
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    Course hours 21-25
    Tuition fees £450-599
    Class size 10
    Beginners accepted? No

  • English + IELTS

    Course type L. Examination preparation courses
    Months Open All year round, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
    Course Length Flexible, 1-2 weeks, 3-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, more than 12 weeks, 6 months, 1 year
    Age group 12-16, 16-18, 18-22, 23+
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    Course hours 21-25
    Tuition fees £300-449
    Class size 12
    Beginners accepted? No

  • Junior English Course
    Course type A. General & Intensive English
    Months Open July, August
    Course Length 1-2 weeks, 3-8 weeks
    Age group 12-16, 16-18
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    Course hours 21-25
    Tuition fees £450-599
    Class size 16
    Beginners accepted? Yes

  • Content and Language Integrated Course
    Course type G. English Plus
    Months Open All year round, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
    Course Length 1-2 weeks, 3-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks
    Age group 12-16, 16-18, 18-22, 23+
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    Course hours 21-25
    Tuition fees £300-449
    Class size 12
    Beginners accepted? No

  • English Online
    Course type A. General & Intensive English
    Months Open All year round, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
    Course Length Flexible, 1-2 weeks, 3-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, more than 12 weeks, 6 months, 1 year
    Age group 12-16, 16-18, 18-22, 23+
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    Course hours Flexible
    Tuition fees £100-199
    Class size 3
    Beginners accepted? No

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