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GESE Programme

Chaucer College offers a comprehensive 3-week Foundation of Academic English course designed  for junior language learners looking to excel in both language and cultural immersion.

Students at the campus lecture theatre By preparing students for the Trinity GESE speaking exam, we provide them with a globally recognised qualification that strengthens their academic and professional profile—especially for future study or work in English-speaking contexts.

As a valuable addition to the course, it helps students build confidence and develop real-world communication skills that extend into everyday contexts. Beyond the classroom, students engage with British culture first-hand through educational excursions that reinforce language learning and provide meaningful, lasting experiences.

Course Information

The course involves many aspects and is an enjoyable timetable with a focus on building confidence and developing skills:

  • 2 hours of placement tests

  • 1 hour of Cultural Expectations and Knowledge

  • 30 hours of English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

  • 2 hours of Academic Trip Preparation

  • 3 full-day excursions

  • 2 half-day excursions

  • 7 hours of Trinity GESE Preparation

  • Trinity GESE speaking exam

  • 12 hours of Expert Class – Dragons’ Den

  • Academic Reflection Journal writing (metacognitive skills

Get in Touch

We offer the GESE course during our summer camp as well as throughout the year for group bookings. This programme is ideal for students who wish to develop their speaking and listening skills while working towards a recognised Trinity College London qualification.

For further details, please contact us.