Bell established its first ever centre in the city in 1955. Now known as Bell International College, Cambridge, the centre provides English language training and exam & university preparation programmes to international students. The Bell story began over a half a century ago when a young British army officer – Lieutenant Frank Bell - was captured as a prisoner of war. Confronting the daily hardship and boredom of prison life, Frank began teaching his fellow prisoners Spanish and French, a simple act of defiance that quickly led to the creation of a secret university – teaching a broad range of subjects - right there in the harsh conditions of the prison camp. After the war, Frank Bell returned to England where, reflecting on his experiences, he became convinced that the route to international co-operation and understanding lay in learning. This led him, in 1955, to open his first language school in Cambridge, which still operates today. In 1972, he established an educational charity - the Bell Educational Trust. Its main aims remain: to provide language education, mainly in English, for adult students and young learners; to train teachers of English; and to offer language learning and teacher training experiences that will promote international understanding and intercultural exchange.
The Trust has no shareholders, and money from fees is reinvested in developing and improving the services and facilities for students, and the worldwide services that are offered.
Although Frank might be a little surprised at the size of the Bell organisation today – 37 teaching centres in 16 countries, teaching over 100,000 students from more than 120 countries each year – he would certainly recognise the quality philosophy which has been at the heart of what we do for over 50 years. That is because at Bell our goal remains a simple one: to change lives around the world by offering people learning experiences that will remain with them forever. Through the wide range of English language courses Bell offers to young learners, adults, professionals and teachers, there are numerous opportunities to grow and develop your skills and experiences. As we face increasing change and an uncertain economic climate in the world today, it remains as true as ever that everything you invest in your education and development will bring priceless and lifelong rewards. Whatever your language goals – in life, work or education – in Bell you have a partner committed to help you achieve them.

Students who want to reach the required language level to work towards an international qualification

 

Benefit, Goal of this course :
Improve your English communication skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking

Develop your English language grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation skills

Introduce you to British life and culture

Meet students from over 60 countries and learn about other cultures

Bell’s Intensive English course focuses on developing your overall general English language and communication skills. You will enhance your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation are important components of the course with content and topics varying according to your language ability. You will have personal consultations with your teacher and learn a range of study skills to ensure you continue learning long-term. The course offers year-round every Monday 2 hours per week.