General English
Build core English fluency for everyday communication, academic and professional contexts. For learners at A1 to B2 level.
£125/weekEnglish & Language
English Courses in London and Online
General English, Business English and IELTS preparation, taught on campus in Bloomsbury, central London, or in live online classes. Fees from £125 a week, with intakes in January, May and September.
Courses
Our English courses in London
Business English
Develop the professional vocabulary, written style and communication skills needed in modern business environments.
£420/week
IELTS Preparation
Targeted preparation for the IELTS Academic and General Training examinations, covering all four test components.
£220/weekCompare
Which English course is right for you?
| Course | Level | Length | Fee | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General English | A1 to B2 | 4 to 12 weeks | £125 a week | Everyday fluency, grammar, pronunciation and confidence for social, study and work life |
| IELTS Preparation | B1 and above | 6 to 12 weeks | £220 a week | A target band score in IELTS Academic or General Training for study, work or visa applications |
| Business English | B1 to C1 | 4 to 8 weeks | £420 a week | Professionals who write reports and emails, present, and lead meetings and negotiations in English |
Not sure where you fit? Start with your goal. If you want to speak and write more naturally day to day, choose General English. If you need a specific IELTS score, choose IELTS Preparation. If you already work in English and want to sound more professional, choose Business English. Admissions can check your level before you enrol.
How it works
How our English classes work
Campus or live online. Each course runs on campus in Bloomsbury, central London, and as live online classes. The content is the same, so you can choose the format that suits your location and schedule.
Communicative teaching. Lessons are interactive: pair and group work, listening tasks, guided writing and structured speaking practice, with feedback on accuracy, vocabulary and pronunciation.
Practice that matches your goal. General English builds all four skills plus grammar, pronunciation and conversation. Business English uses realistic workplace scenarios such as drafting emails and reports, role-play meetings and short presentations. IELTS Preparation adds regular timed tasks under exam conditions and, on longer formats, a full mock test.
Progress checks. Progress is assessed through in-class participation, short written tasks and observed speaking, so you know what to work on next.
For organisations
Corporate English training
Companies can book Business English as corporate English training for a group of employees, in London or live online, covering professional writing, presentations, meetings and cross-cultural communication. See corporate training or contact admissions.
FAQ
English courses in London: common questions
How much do English courses in London cost at LSBUK?
General English is £125 a week, IELTS Preparation £220 a week and Business English £420 a week. The total depends on how many weeks you book, and admissions confirm the fee for your start date in writing.
What level of English do I need?
General English suits learners from A1 to B2, Business English from B1 to C1, and IELTS Preparation from B1 upwards. If you are not sure of your level, tell admissions and they will advise where to start.
Can I take the English classes online?
Yes. Every English course runs as live online classes as well as on campus in London, so you can study from anywhere.
When do the English courses start?
There are intakes in January, May and September. Contact admissions for the next start date and available places.
Do you offer IELTS classes in London?
Yes. IELTS Preparation covers IELTS Academic and General Training, with timed practice and mock tests, on campus in London or online. You book the IELTS exam itself separately with an official test provider.
Which English course is best for work?
Business English. It focuses on professional emails, reports, presentations, meetings and negotiations. If you need broader everyday fluency first, start with General English.
Can my company arrange English training for staff?
Yes. Business English can be arranged as corporate English training for a group from one organisation, in London or online. See corporate training or contact admissions.
Where are the London classes held?
Campus classes take place in Bloomsbury, central London (Malet Street, London WC1E 7HX).
Ready to start?
Enquire about English courses.
Send us an enquiry and include the course and intake you are interested in. Our admissions team will be in touch with full details, fees and availability.