Most Popular Language Courses at School of Language International (SLI)
It is never too late to learn a new language – especially if you are living abroad. When you are living in a foreign country like Singapore, it is always a good idea to know the local language and culture. After all, you would want to assimilate as quickly as possible. The more you learn about another nation’s culture, language and customs, the easier it will be for others around you to appreciate your efforts as well as feel like they can relate better with you on a personal level because of those shared experiences. If you want some help learning English vocabulary or practicing pronunciation skills, you can always sign up for English courses at School of Language International (SLI).
Language classes are very beneficial for those who work in an office environment. Learning a new language can improve your skills and allow you to communicate with more people than just those at your desk. It may seem daunting but there are many English and Mandarin courses at SLI that will teach the basics of any language so it’s never too late to start learning!
Read on to find out more about the popular language courses available at SLI now.
1. Conversational English Course
If you are looking to learn how to converse in English in Singapore, SLI has a great team of highly qualified English teachers that will help improve your English-speaking skills in a short period of time. With our world class curriculum from Oxford University and Cambridge University, you will be able to develop confidence and fluency in speaking language as our teachers focus on teaching through conversations and speaking practices.
The Conversational English Course is a two-hour course that is held twice or thrice a week and is available for beginner and advanced learners. You will also be able to choose from group lessons or private 1-1 lessons if the latter is more comfortable for you. Our course ensures that you gain fluency quickly and equip you with English vocabulary that will help you in everyday contexts in Singapore.
2. Conversational Mandarin Course
Mandarin is an interesting language to learn. It is the most widely spoken language in China, Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia. In fact, there are about 1 billion people who speak it as their first or second language! Other than English, Mandarin is the second most spoken language in Singapore. In fact, Chinese are the majority ethnicity in Singapore. Thus, making learning Mandarin a useful skill that can be put to good use in the country. However, Mandarin has a reputation for being difficult to learn because of the tones used in speaking it but there are many ways to overcome this difficulty including using the accredited curriculum from China’s Hanban, which is also used in our Mandarin Conversational Course.
Our Mandarin Conversational Course is two hours per session and is held once, twice or even up to five times a week if you need it. Similar to our English courses, Mandarin classes are available for beginner and advanced students in a group or private setting. Choose between a 10-day Survival Mandarin crash course, Business Mandarin course and Conversational Mandarin courses at SLI today.
3. Why Choose SLI?
Other than our wide variety of language courses for adults and kids, SLI is also located at the heart of Singapore’s Central Business District, making it convenient for working professionals to attend our English or Mandarin conversational courses after work hours. We also have the best reviews and are highly recommended by past students.
Find out more about SLI on our website now.
