Limerick Language Center

Institution Overview

Limerick Language Centre (LLC), established in 1990, is a private English language school located in Limerick, Ireland, dedicated to teaching international students. On average, around 115 foreign students enroll each month, with most coming from countries such as Brazil, Spain, Italy, Saudi Arabia, France, and Japan.

LLC offers a range of programs including General and Business English, as well as IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation courses. With experienced teachers, a comfortable learning environment, a friendly atmosphere, and a variety of cultural activities, the centre provides an ideal setting for students to learn and improve their English skills.

Tuition & Duration

Limerick Language Centre (LLC) is not ranked among global university or language school rankings. However, many students report high levels of satisfaction with their learning experience at the school.

Please visit the school’s official website to access information about discounts and scholarships.

Home

Please check the application and course start dates at the following link:
https://llcentre.ie/

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Basic English knowledge is required. The school offers courses for all levels, from beginner to advanced.

For language courses at this school, IELTS or similar exams are not required; placement depends solely on your current level of English.

Programs

Course Name Description Start Date Duration Levels Available Cost
AY-IELTS: General English + Academic IELTS Preparation This course provides 25 weekly General English lessons with the option to choose from either General English Programme (GE)- Mornings or General English Programme (GE)- Afternoons with in-class exam preparation, plus additional afternoon IELTS Exam Prep Course. The IELTS Exam Prep Course is 3 days a week (TUES-THURS). The class period is 1 hour per class from 12:15 PM to 2:00 PM. Any Monday Minimum 1 week for Non Visa Required Students; 25 weeks for Visa Required Students Pre-Intermediate (A2) to Advanced (C1) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List
AY-PET: General English + Cambridge B1 PET Preparation This course provides 25 weekly General English lessons with the option to choose from either General English Programme (GE)- Mornings or General English Programme (GE)- Afternoons with in-class exam preparation, plus additional afternoon PET Exam Prep Course. The PET Exam Preparation Course is on every Tuesday from 12:15PM to 2PM. Any Monday Minimum 1 week for Non Visa Required Students; 25 weeks for Visa Required Students Pre-Intermediate (A2) to Intermediate (B1) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List
AY-CAE: General English + Cambridge C1 CAE Preparation This advanced programme includes 25 weeks of General English lessons available in both morning and afternoon schedules, with in-class exam preparation, along with additional CAE-focused sessions for C1 students before the exam. Any Monday Minimum 1 week for Non Visa Required Students; 25 weeks for Visa Required Students Upper Intermediate (B2) to Advanced (C1) Check the Limerick Language Centre Price List for details.
AY-FCE: General English + Cambridge B2 FCE Preparation This course provides 25 weekly General English lessons with the option to choose from either General English Programme (GE)- Mornings or General English Programme (GE)- Afternoons with in-class exam preparation, plus additional afternoon FCE Exam prep Course. The FCE Exam Preparation Course is on every Thursday from 12:15PM to 2PM. Any Monday Minimum 1 week for Non Visa Required Students; 25 weeks for Visa Required Students Intermediate (B1) to Upper Intermediate (B2) Refer to the Limerick Language Centre Price List
AY-TIE: General English + Academic TIE Preparation This advanced program includes 25 General English, available in both morning and afternoon schedules, with in-class exam preparation, along with additional TIE-focused sessions for students before the exam. Any Monday Minimum 1 week for Non Visa Required Students; 25 weeks for Visa Required Students Upper Intermediate (A0) to Advanced (C1) Check the Limerick Language Centre Price List for details
Programme Name Details Start Dates Duration Levels Available Cost Exam Dates
Intensive Programme for Cambridge B2 FCE (First Certificate in English) 26 lessons (19.5 hours) weekly. General English: 20 lessons (15 hours) each week, mornings: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. FCE Exam Preparation: 6 lessons (4.5 hours) weekly, afternoons. 19th September 2022, 9th January 2023, 3rd April 2023, 26th June 2023, 18th September 2023 12 weeks recommended B1+ (Intermediate+) to B2 (Upper Intermediate) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List March, June, August, December (dates to be finalized)
Intensive Programme for Cambridge B1 PET (Preliminary English Test) 26 lessons (19.5 hours) weekly. General English: 20 lessons (15 hours) each week, mornings: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. PET Exam Preparation: 6 lessons (4.5 hours) weekly, afternoons. 19th September 2022, 9th January 2023, 3rd April 2023, 26th June 2023, 18th September 2023 12 weeks recommended A2+ (Lower Intermediate) to B1 (Intermediate) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List March, June, August, December (dates to be finalized)
Intensive Programme for Cambridge CAE (Certificate of Advanced English) 20 lessons (15 hours) weekly. Schedule: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, Monday to Friday. 19th September 2022, 9th January 2023, 3rd April 2023, 26th June 2023, 18th September 2023 12 weeks recommended C1 (Advanced) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List March, June, August, December (dates to be finalized)
Part-Time Afternoon Programme for Cambridge B1 PET Exam 4.5 hours weekly (13:30 PM – 15:00 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). 20th September 2022, 10th January 2023, 4th April 2023, 26th June 2023, 18th September 2023 12 weeks recommended A2 to B1 (Pre-Intermediate to Intermediate) €60 per week, plus €30 registration fee March, June, December (dates to be finalized)
Part-Time Afternoon Programme for Cambridge B2 FCE Exam 4.5 hours weekly (13:30 PM – 15:00 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). 20th September 2022, 10th January 2023, 4th April 2023, 27th June 2023, 19th September 2023 12 weeks recommended B1 to B2 (Intermediate to Upper Intermediate) €60 per week, plus €30 registration fee March, June, December (dates to be finalized)
Evening Programme for Cambridge B2 First Exam 3 hours weekly (19:15 PM – 20:45 PM, Tuesday & Thursday). Autumn: 20th September – 1st December 2022. Spring: 17th January – 30th March 2023. Summer: 4th April – 8th June 2023. Autumn: 20th September – 1st December 2022, Spring: 17th January – 30th March 2023, Summer: 4th April – 8th June 2023 10 weeks B1 to B2 (Intermediate to Upper Intermediate) €240 per 10-week term March, June, December (dates to be finalized)
Evening Programme for Cambridge C1 Advanced Exam 3 hours weekly (19:15 PM – 20:45 PM, Tuesday & Thursday). Autumn: 20th September – 1st December 2022. Spring: 17th January – 30th March 2023. Summer: 4th April – 8th June 2023. Autumn: 20th September – 1st December 2022, Spring: 17th January – 30th March 2023, Summer: 4th April – 8th June 2023 10 weeks B2+ to C1 (Upper Intermediate to Advanced) €240 per 10-week term March, June, December (dates to be finalized)
Programme Name Details Start Dates Duration Levels Available Cost
General English – Mornings This programme combines our Standard General English course with in-class exam preparation. The class duration is 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM (15 minutes break at 10:30 AM), Monday to Friday. Any Monday Minimum 1 week for Non-Visa Required Students; 1 week for Visa Required Students Beginner (A0) to Advanced (C2) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List
General English Programme (GE) – Afternoons This programme combines our Standard General English course with in-class exam preparation. The class duration is 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (15 minutes break at 3:00 PM), Monday to Thursday. Any Monday Minimum 1 week for Non-Visa Required Students; 1 week for Visa Required Students Beginner (A0) to Advanced (C2) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List
Programme Name Details Start Dates Duration Levels Available Cost Exam Dates
IELTS-26: Intensive Programme for Academic IELTS 26 lessons (19.5 hours) per week. General English: 20 lessons weekly, mornings 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, Monday to Friday. IELTS Exam Preparation: 6 lessons weekly, afternoons. 19th September 2022, 9th January 2023, 3rd April 2023, 26th June 2023, 18th September 2023 12 weeks recommended A2 (Pre-Intermediate) to C1 (Advanced) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List Available year-round (dates to be finalized)
IELTS-6: Part-Time Afternoon Programme for Academic IELTS 4.5 hours per week, classes from 13:30 PM – 15:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. 20th September 2022, 10th January 2023, 4th April 2023, 26th June 2023, 18th September 2023 12 weeks recommended A2 (Pre-Intermediate) to C1 (Advanced) €60 per week, plus €30 registration fee Available year-round (dates to be finalized)
Programme Name Details Start Dates Duration Proficiency Levels Cost Exam Schedule
Academic IELTS Preparation (Afternoon) Class Hours: 3 hours per week, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Tuesday to Thursday. Focus on exam preparation. Any Tuesday 12 weeks recommended A2 (Pre-Intermediate) to C1 (Advanced) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List Dates to be confirmed
Cambridge B1 PET Preparation (Afternoon) Class Hours: 1 hour per week, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Tuesday. Focus on exam preparation for PET. Any Tuesday 12 weeks recommended A2 (Pre-Intermediate) to B1 (Intermediate) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List Dates to be confirmed
Cambridge B2 FCE Preparation (Afternoon) Class Hours: 1 hour per week, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Thursday. Focus on exam preparation for FCE. Any Thursday 12 weeks recommended B1 (Intermediate) to B2 (Upper-Intermediate) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List Dates to be confirmed
General English Evening Programme Class Hours: 3 hours per week (2×1.5hr), from 19:15 to 20:45, Tuesday and Thursday. Focus on general English skills. Spring: 28th January 2025 to 25th March 2025, Summer: 22nd April 2025 to 1st July 2025, Autumn: 5th August 2025 to 14th October 2025 10 weeks recommended A1 (Elementary), B1 (Pre-Intermediate), B2 (Upper-Intermediate), C1 (Advanced) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List N/A
Business English Evening Programme Class Hours: 3 hours per week (2×1.5hr), from 19:15 to 20:45, Tuesday and Thursday. Focus on improving business English skills. Spring: 28th January 2025 to 25th March 2025, Summer: 22nd April 2025 to 1st July 2025, Autumn: 5th August 2025 to 14th October 2025 10 weeks recommended A1 (Elementary), B1 (Pre-Intermediate), B2 (Upper-Intermediate), C1 (Advanced) Check the latest prices on the Limerick Language Centre Price List N/A