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Course · St Clare’s Oxford

Enhance your professional English with our accredited course in Oxford, designed for adults 18+. Develop your Business English skills, increasing accuracy and fluency to feel more confident in a business environment. Improve essential skills in business communication including presentation, negotiation and report writing. Enjoy flexible study options, expert teaching, and a supportive environment. Experience real-world scenarios, build global connections, and boost your career confidence in one of the world’s leading academic cities, just an hour from London. The course combines academic focus with a vibrant international community.
Professional English Skills: Develop the language you need for success in business—covering meetings, negotiations, presentations, networking, and report writing.
Practical, Real-World Focus: Lessons are based on authentic business scenarios, giving you skills you can apply immediately in the workplace.
Small International Classes: Learn in small groups with professionals and students from around the world, ensuring personalised support and rich cross-cultural exchange.
Boost Career Confidence: Improve fluency, accuracy, and business vocabulary to communicate effectively and confidently in international settings.
Flexible Study Options: Choose the course length that suits your goals—from an intensive 2-week boost to a full academic year of professional development.
Accredited and Trusted: Benefit from over 70 years of teaching expertise. Our courses are accredited by the British Council and inspected by ISI for the highest quality standards.
Study in Oxford: Live and learn in Oxford, one of the world’s most inspiring academic and business cities—just an hour from London, a global financial centre.
Build an International Network: Connect with ambitious professionals from more than 20 countries, creating friendships and business links that last a lifetime.

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General footage from Summer English Language Programme for Adults in Oxford. Teaching, activities and settings vary by age, subject and session.
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| Session | Dates | Duration | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Adults: + English for Business (18+) | 20 June - 2 weeks | 20 Jun 2027 - 3 Jul 2027Enrolling Now | 2 weeks | £1,172 - £1,814 | |
Adults: + English for Business (18+) | 4 July - 2 weeks | 4 Jul 2027 - 17 Jul 2027Enrolling Now | 2 weeks | £1,172 - £1,814 | |
Adults: + English for Business (18+) | 18 July - 2 weeks | 18 Jul 2027 - 31 Jul 2027Enrolling Now | 2 weeks | £1,172 - £1,814 | |
Adults: + English for Business (18+) | 1 August - 2 weeks | 1 Aug 2027 - 14 Aug 2027Enrolling Now | 2 weeks | £1,172 - £1,814 | |
Adults: + English for Business (18+) | 15 August - 2 weeks | 15 Aug 2027 - 28 Aug 2027Enrolling Now | 2 weeks | £1,172 - £1,814 |
- Juniors aged 9-12 – dormitories of 4-6 students at the St Clare’s Campus - Juniors aged 13-15 – single or twin rooms at the St Clare’s Campus - Older teenagers stay in a shared residential room near the main College buildings at 139 Banbury Road - Adults have a choice of single or twin rooms at 3 Bardwell Road or 382 Banbury Road
Juniors – 16.5 hours per week Teenagers – 19.25 or 22.9 hours per week Adults – 13.75 or 19.25 hours per week
English language courses have a minimum CEFR level of A2 so are unsuitable for complete beginners. Exam preparation courses have a minimum level of B1 All other courses have a minimum level of B2
Juniors are monitored closely on a secure campus. Older Teenagers and Adults are issued with a photo ID card that is needed to access any of our College buildings and residences. A team that includes Teachers, House Parents, Activity Leaders and a Nurse led by our experienced Course Director and Welfare Manager is available 24/7 to supervise students under 18 years of age.
Junior programmes (ages 9-15) include free Heathrow transfers. For Juniors using other airports, older teenagers (ages 15-17) and adults please see our list of transfer prices: https://stclares.ac.uk/student-life/airport-transfers/
Insurance is included. Details of the coverage are available at this link - https://stclares.ac.uk/app/uploads/Insurance-policy-for-personal-accident-and-group-travel.pdf
Student will receive a certificate from St Clare’s and a personalised report at the end of the course.
Students will either need a Standard Visitor Visa for stays up to 6 months or a new eVisa. Learn more at https://stclares.ac.uk/about-us/visa-advice/.
Learn more on the official St Clare’s Oxford website .