Learning English with the British Council is one of the most effective and enjoyable ways to make real progress with your language skills. 

We will build your confidence with innovative learning methods, refined over 90 years. Our expert teachers will help you develop the English skills you need for success in life, and you can connect with other learners to practise together in a global community. 

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British Council English course

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Lisbon, Parede, Miraflores, Porto
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English course for beginners (A1)

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Lisbon, Miraflores, Porto
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IELTS exam preparation course

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Lisbon
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Flexible English online course - teacher-led

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Improve your English with our flexible online course. Pick your timetable, teachers & topics. Join group or private classes 24/7.
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Fixed English online course - teacher-led

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Enhance your English in our 12-week course. Learn with the same teacher & classmates in small, engaging group classes.
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Online English course for C2 level

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Designed to help you further extend and perfect your English as well as provide you with the necessary skills and knowledge to take the Cambridge C2 Proficiency exam.
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Cambridge exam preparation course

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Our Cambridge exam preparation lessons prepare you for Cambridge First, Advanced and Proficiency.
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IELTS Coach: learn with the co-creator of the IELTS test.

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Prepare with the co-creator of the IELTS test. A fully personalised preparation course with online private and group classes. Available 24/7. Get the score you need!
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EnglishScore Tutors - personal online English tutors

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EnglishScore Tutors is a personal tutoring service offering 30-minute one-to-one online English tuition with British Council approved tutors for adult learners.
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English Self-Study

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Learn English at your own pace. On-the-go affordable learning with fun and interactive bite-sized exercises. Monthly payment.
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Learn English - and more! - online

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Free resources – websites, apps, MOOCs and more – to help you to learn more online
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