Foundation English 

ASCENSUS INSTITUTE Foundation English

Foundation English is a unique course designed to prepare individuals for work, study and life. It aims to equip individuals with the basic elements of the English language – from forming simple sentences to holding conversations about everyday situations.  This course will initially focus on listening and speaking skills before introducing reading and writing skills.   

The course delivery is blended with digital learning assets to reinforce learning after class. It comprises authentic materials (videos, articles) as well as grammar, vocabulary, and how-to’s.

Who Should Attend?

  • Non-English speaking individuals, including those in pre-service, who need English for work opportunities.  
  • Employees from the hospitality and servicing industries who require the basic language literacy for the workplace.  
  • Overseas students who wish to refresh their language proficiency while studying in Singapore.  

Entry Requirement

  • 16 years old
  • Possess little or basic ability to communicate in English
  • Completed primary school education or its equivalent  
Normal Entry:

Alternative Entry:

Assessment Framework

Combination of Formative and Summative Assessments

Graduation Requirement and Award

ASCENSUS INSTITUTE awards will be conferred upon successful completion of the course with competency in all the assessments. 

Possible Progression Pathway

Upon successful completion of the course, learners (students) can progress to the English for Hospitality / English for Internship at CEFR Level 2 (A1) courses.  

Teacher : Student Ratio

1 : 40

Duration
  • Part-time: 2 months
Mode of Delivery

Blended: (Classroom and Synchronous)

Course Fees
  • Non-refundable Application Fee:
    S$0.00 (w/ GST)
    S$0.00 (w/o GST)
  • Course Fee:
    S$872.00 (w/ GST)
    S$800.00 (w/o GST)
Intakes

Monthly