Basil Paterson College has been welcoming students since 1929, and has kept the same philosophy, which is to give each student the confidence to achieve maximum success.
Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, famous for its magnificent castle, stunning architecture and fascinating traditions.
Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, famous for its magnificent castle, stunning architecture and fascinating traditions.
Course description
Basil Paterson is situated on a magnificent Georgian street, five minutes away from the main shopping area on Princes Street. There is a friendly, cosmopolitan atmosphere where both British and international students can feel at home.Pedagogy
All the teachers are qualified in teaching English language to non-native speakers.Activities
The school proposes a wide range of activities and some weekend trips.Equipment
Modern classrooms
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Accreditations

Our advice
Basil Peterson College benefits from an ideal location in the city center of Edinburgh, a welcoming city that offers a great quality of life. It is a friendly and safe city.
This college has many years of experience in education and has chosen to combine international and students from the UK in the same building, which gives you more possibilities to meet Scottish people, and to improve your language skills.
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Courses at this language school and prices
Standard Course
This program is recommended for those who wish to learn a language and also be able to do other activities. Improve your communication skills through application in a variety of everyday situations. This course enables you to improve your grammatical knowledge, your vocabulary and your pronunciation.The standard general language course is suitable for those who want to learn or improve a language, while having the opportunity to practice it everyday in the country where it is spoken.
Intensive Course
Both the standard and intensive language course increase your general knowledge of the language, and allow you to acquire everyday communication skills. The intensive language course is great for those who prefer a more focused and intensive environment in which to learn a language.Combined Course
This program combines group language courses in the morning that encourage students to interact and help a student to improve practical communication skills. The individual language classes in the afternoon allow you to concentrate on your areas of weakness and on things that interest you personally.One-to-One Course
This program offers personalized teaching in individual language courses in order to accomplish specified goals in a short amount of time.This is the perfect option for those who have certain goals or a time limit. It is particularly useful for professionals who would like to prepare for a presentation, negotiations or a trip abroad. This is a tailor-made course in which you may evolve at your own pace and work at your own level.
English + IELTS
This program allows you to perfect your English while also preparing for the IELTS, which is designed to assess the language ability of people who need to work or study where English is used as the primary language of communication. IELTS is accepted by educational institutions in the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand, and increasingly in Canada, the USA and other countries.You will take the standard language class in the morning and test preparation classes in the afternoon.
FCE Preparation Course - First Certificate in English
The FCE indicates level of English proficency and practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs in many industries, particularly tourism, where contact with English speakers is required. Successful candidates must have the ability to handle routine letters and telephone inquiries.After passing the exam, you will receive a certificate awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.
CAE Preparation Course - Certificate in Advanced English
CAE is ideal if you want to work or study abroad or if you wish to follow a career path that requires strong language skills (e.g. business, medicine or engineering).Upon passing the exam, you will receive a certificate that indicates your language proficency, This certificate is awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This CAE certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.
Long-term Courses - 3 to 5 Months
Studying abroad is something that many think about doing. Adding an international dimension to your curriculum is a great accomplishment. With an open mind and positive attitude, you will benefit every time!Semester Program Abroad
Studying abroad is something that many think about doing. Adding an international dimension to your curriculum is a great accomplishment. With an open mind and positive attitude, you will benefit every time!Academic Year Abroad
Studying abroad is something that many think about doing. Adding an international dimension to your curriculum is a great accomplishment. With an open mind and positive attitude, you will benefit every time!Available to : high school student, college student
Study abroad programs for a high school student
- Standard Course
- Intensive Course
- Combined Course
- One-to-One Course
- English + IELTS
- Long-term Courses - 3 to 5 Months
- Semester Program Abroad
- Academic Year Abroad
Study abroad programs for a college student
- Standard Course
- Intensive Course
- Combined Course
- One-to-One Course
- English + IELTS
- FCE Preparation Course - First Certificate in English
- CAE Preparation Course - Certificate in Advanced English
- Long-term Courses - 3 to 5 Months
- Semester Program Abroad
- Academic Year Abroad
Study abroad programs for an adult
- Standard Course
- Intensive Course
- Combined Course
- One-to-One Course
- FCE Preparation Course - First Certificate in English
- CAE Preparation Course - Certificate in Advanced English
- Long-term Courses - 3 to 5 Months
- Semester Program Abroad
Study abroad programs for a professional
- Standard Course
- Intensive Course
- Combined Course
- One-to-One Course
- English + IELTS
- FCE Preparation Course - First Certificate in English
- CAE Preparation Course - Certificate in Advanced English
Study abroad programs for a business
- Standard Course
- Intensive Course
- Combined Course
- One-to-One Course
- FCE Preparation Course - First Certificate in English
- CAE Preparation Course - Certificate in Advanced English


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