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English Language Courses in London
English is a West Germanic language originating in England, and the first language for most people in Australia, Canada, the Commonwealth Caribbean, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States. It is used extensively as a second language and as an official language throughout the world, especially in Commonwealth countries such as India, Pakistan and South Africa, and in many international organisations.Modern English is sometimes described as the global lingua franca. English is the dominant international language in communications, science, business, aviation, entertainment and diplomacy. The influence of the British Empire is the primary reason for the initial spread of the language far beyond the British Isles. Following World War II, the growing economic and cultural influence of the United States has significantly accelerated the spread of the language.
Because a working knowledge of English is required in certain fields, professions, and occupations, English is studied and spoken by up to a billion people around the world, to at least a basic level. English is one of the official working languages of the United Nations and of the European Union.
Over 380 million people speak English as their first language. English today is probably the third largest language by number of native speakers, after Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. However, when combining native and non-native speakers it is probably the most commonly spoken language in the world, though possibly second to a combination of the Chinese languages. Estimates that include second language speakers vary greatly from 470 million to over a billion depending on how literacy or mastery is defined. There are some who claim that non-native speakers now outnumber native speakers by a ratio of 3 to 1.
Whether you are learning English for business, leisure or academic purpose, at LSI we will ensure that your English language course is a successful and enjoyable experience:
- Your current level of English and training requirements will be carefully assessed.
- Our English tutors, who are all highly-qualified, have many years of experience in teaching English at all levels.
- Your course will be tailor-made to meet your specific training needs, ensuring that it is relevant, practical, effective and fun.
- Your English course materials will consist of a combination of relevant up-to-date materials such as books, authentic documents, audio and video recordings.
- You will be provided with regular reports at the end of each course module.
| LSI in London | |
| 19-21, Ridgmount Street
London WC1E 7AH United Kingdom |
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(0044)(0)20 7467 6515 fax: (0044)(0)20 7323 1736 email: |
| Also LSI Language Schools in Cambridge, Paris, Frankfurt and Zurich. | |
