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UK College of English
London, England UK

Eastgate House, 40 Dukes Place - EC3A 7LP London - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • UKCE students get a discount on cinemas and some shops and restaurants in the UK.
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than <1% of students.
  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.

Location: UK College of English London is located in the cosmopolitan, capital city of England, London. Housed in the elegant Eastgate House, the school is in the heart of the City of London. There are many routes and methods of public transport, amenities, shops and sites of interest within walking distance of the school. Such places of interest include the Gherkin building, Whitechapel Art Gallery, the Sky Garden, The Tower of London and much more.

Course selection: The school has experience in providing English courses tailored to various needs and levels. In addition to General English available in the morning or afternoon, the UK College of English London also provides private lessons, IELTS Preparation programmes and Occupational English Test (OET) programmes. Private lessons are available in conjunction or independently from any other course.

Getting around: The school is a short walk from many public transport networks, including the Liverpool and Aldgate underground and train station, which are just a short walk away. There are also several bus routes and taxi services nearby.

Social and cultural: Attractions such as the British Museum, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and the London Eye are all reachable via train, being generally within a 30-minute journey of the school.

Accommodation: UK College of English London can provide accommodation in Homestay and local Residence facilities. All Homestay families are experienced hosts that have been police checked.

School facilities: The school facilities include a lounge, an auditorium, a library, a computer lab and free after-class access to language learning software. All classrooms have air conditioning, heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.

English Courses

General Language
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 16 24
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 325 309 650 618 975 927 1,300 1,235 1,500 1,425 1,800 1,710 2,400 2,280 3,000 2,850 3,600 3,420 4,160 3,952 5,200 4,940
Price in US$ 417 834 1,250 1,667 1,923 2,307 3,076 3,845 4,614 5,332 6,665
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 16 20
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 410 390 820 779 1,230 1,169 1,640 1,558 1,875 1,782 2,250 2,138 3,000 2,850 3,750 3,563 4,500 4,275 5,200 4,940 6,500 6,175
Price in US$ 526 1,051 1,577 2,102 2,403 2,884 3,845 4,806 5,768 6,665 8,331
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 16 20
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 265 252 530 504 795 756 1,060 1,007 1,150 1,093 1,380 1,311 1,840 1,748 2,300 2,185 2,760 2,622 3,200 3,040 4,000 3,800
Price in US$ 340 680 1,019 1,359 1,474 1,769 2,359 2,948 3,538 4,101 5,127
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2-3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Business
FREE changes
Weeks 4
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 1,850 1,758
Price in US$ 2,371
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
60 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
Weeks 4 12
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 1,450 1,378 4,000 3,800
Price in US$ 1,859 5,127
Starting dates
Every Monday
UK College of English is an examination centre for IELTS.

This course prepares students for the IELTS exam.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Possible course durations
4, 12 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Exam fee
220 £
Average IELTS exam score of former students of this course
6.5

Our prices for UK College of English include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant

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Student opinions about UK College of English, London

4.4
Overall school rating of
UK College of English, London
9 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
5.0 
Facilities
4.1 
Social activities
3.4 
Organisation
4.0 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.6 
Value for money
4.1 
Accommodation
Homestay
3.5 
Shared Flat (apartment)
1.0 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (3 ratings)
4.7 
Students 18-30 years (3 ratings)
4.7 
Students 31-49 years (2 ratings)
4.0 
Students 50+ years (1 rating)
4.0 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress: The teachers are very well prepared
Verified  
Course: IELTS 15 - Afternoon - 4 weeks
Review date: 16. Mar. 2020
Overall rating
4.0
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Course: Intensive English 25 - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 10. Nov. 2019
Overall rating
3.0
Overall rating
4.0
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Course: General English 15 - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 8. Aug. 2022
Overall rating
5.0
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Course: General English 15 - Morning - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Jan. 2022
Overall rating
5.0
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Course: Intensive English 25 - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 18. Feb. 2020
Overall rating
4.0
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Course: Intensive English 25 - Morning - 4 weeks
Review date: 5. Sep. 2019
Overall rating
5.0
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Course: IELTS Exam Preparation  - 2 weeks
Review date: 8. Aug. 2019
Overall rating
5.0
Verified  
Course: Part Time 5 - Communication Skills - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. Apr. 2019

Ratings of UK College of English compared to ratings of all schools in England UK

 UK College of English LondonAverage of all other schools in England UK
Overall school rating4.44.3
Location of the school5.04.6
Facilities4.13.9
Social activities3.43.8
Organisation4.04.2
Quality of teaching4.64.3
Value for money4.13.9
Homestay2.74.1
Shared flat2.74.0

UK College of English (UKCE)

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOBritish councilEnglish UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
49% male / 51% female
Offer for returning students
When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at UK College of English.
UK College of English operated previously under the name
UKCE UK College of English
Year of school foundation
2013
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Cafeteria

  • Computer lab

  • Student support desk

  • Auditorium

  • Lounge

  • Movie room

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Library

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Table tennis

  • Business centre

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Career guidance service (free)

  • Guidance for further higher education (free)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

    • Arabic homestays available

    • Prayer Room
  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 12
    • Number of public PC workstations: 10

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Italy 12%
Turkey 12%
Japan 9%
Brazil 8%
France 5%
Saudi Arabia 4%
Spain 4%
China 4%
Korea 4%
Chile 3%
Germany 3%
Thailand 2%
Other nationalities 30%
Average number of students
In summer: 170
Throughout the year: 125
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 7
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 31 years

Information for all courses offered by UK College of English

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
£80
Course material
Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately £40 per course level.
Comments about courses

The registration fee includes the first course book).

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 65 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2026.
In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 06 Apr 2027, 04 May 2027, 25 May 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 25 Dec 2027, 28 Dec 2027.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

London Heathrow Airport:
£150 one way
£300 return (both ways)
Luton Airport:
£190 one way
£380 return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
£190 one way
£380 return (both ways)
London Stansted Airport:
£190 one way
£380 return (both ways)

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Workshops, conversation clubs, museum tours, city walking tours etc.

Adults - Paid activities

Theatres, musicals, excursions etc.
activity possibledistance from school
Ballet1 km
Baseball1 km
Basketball1 km
Cooking1 km
Cricket1 km
Dancing1 km
Field Hockey1 km
Football (soccer)1 km
Golf5 km
Horse riding5 km
Mountainbiking5 km
Music1 km
Rugby1 km
Sailing3 km
Squash1 km
Swimming1 km
Table Tennis1 km
Tennis1 km
Volleyball1 km
Windsurfing5 km
Yoga1 km

Accommodation

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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ -- 570 855 1140 1425 1710 1995 2280 2850 3420 285 50
Price in US$ 769 1,154 1,538 1,923 2,307 2,692 3,076 3,845 4,614 385 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Additional fees:

  • Christmas supplement: GBP 50.
  • Special Diet Supplement: GBP 35 per week.
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 50£
Average distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ -- 500 750 1000 1250 1500 1750 2000 2500 3000 250 50
Price in US$ 675 1,012 1,350 1,687 2,024 2,361 2,699 3,373 4,048 338 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Additional fees:

  • Christmas supplement: GBP 50.
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 50£
Average distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 470 940 1410 1880 2350 2820 3290 3760 4700 5640 470 50
Price in US$ 635 1,269 1,903 2,537 3,171 3,805 4,439 5,073 6,341 7,609 635 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of £250 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18

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I am a beginner in English. Are there any courses suitable for me?
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“Please select the course and accommodation information you want to book in the "Calculator" on the school page, click the "Reserve at the lowest price" below the calculator, and follow the prompts to complete the first payment. We will submit your registration to the school as soon as possible after receiving your first payment.”
Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 05, 2022
Is airport pickup offered by UK College of English?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (150 £), Luton Airport (190 £), London Gatwick Airport (190 £), London Stansted Airport (190 £)”
What is the number of students per class at UK College of English?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at UK College of English varies from 12 (Occupational English Test (OET) ) to 14 students (General English 15 - Morning)”
Which countries are students of UK College of English from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at UK College of English comes from Italy with a 12% representation, followed by students from Turkey (12%) and Japan (9%).”
UK College of English offers courses for which ages?
“UK College of English offers courses from 18 years to 99. The average age is 22 during the summer and 31 the rest of the year.”

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Students should arrive at 8:45
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
UK College of Business and Computing LTD | Tax registration ID: GB932281436

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 20. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
School fee for issuing the visa documents:
150 £
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
25 £
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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