This programme is based on the campus of the prestigious MTU (Munster Technological University), in a tranquil suburb of Cork city. This programme gives the students the possibility of practicing football in addition to improving their English skills. The training sessions will be developed in English and hosted by professional
coaches from Valencia C.F.
About the Course
This school has been welcoming young learners to Cork since 1978 and has over 48 years’ experience in combining expert English language classes with energetic, enjoyable, and expert sporting activities.
In addition to participating in language classes every morning from Monday to Friday, students can enjoy
five afternoons of football training and matches with professional coaches from the CF Valencia Academy in
Spain.
Start Dates: 28th June or 12th July 2026
Package Includes:
15 hours of English Language
5 afternoons football training with Valencia CF per week
Valencia CF Football kit included
Welcome pack and School materials -National Geographic Learning
On campus residential accommodation in Single Ensuite Room with 3 meals a day
1 full day excursion per week
End of course certificate
Airport transfers to/from Cork Airport Sunday arrival and Sunday departure
Student Travel Insurance
Full Supervision
Social and cultural evening Activities
Supplements:
Airport transfers to/from Dublin Airport - € 185 each way
Deposit (refundable upon departure ( if no damage to the property has been done and the key is returned) - € 50
Host family accommodation also available.
About the School
The Campus
The campus boasts a state-of-the-art leisure complex with two pools, 18 and 25 metre, an indoor multi-sports
hall and 4 all-weather pitches for use by the students. So in rain and shine there is plenty to keep students
occupied
Facilities:
Modern & spacious classrooms
Cinema Room
Dance Hall
International standard athletics 8 lane running
track
3 soccer pitches
2 rugby pitches
2 GAA pitches
MTU Arena, which includes a 1,340m2 hall, two studios, a café and a 600m2 gym
Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided in the campus canteen
Accommodation - Melbourn Point & Deans Hall
All of residential programme students benefit from state-of-the-art, newly built complexes of apartments adjacent to campus, just a short walk away. The apartments are four & five bedroomed and have all modern amenities
Single room with private bathroom
24 hr security & 24 hr live-in CEC staff
Desk, storage and individual key cards
High speed internet
Shared living room/kitchen
Communal games room
Laundry Facilities
Trips and Activities
1 full day excursion per week:
Killarney National Park, Cahir + Cashel, Michelstown Caves, Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle, Cobh Titanic Experience, Fota Wildlife Park
Evening activities:
Bowling, Cinema Night, International Disco, Quiz Night, Talent Show Night, Irish Dancing
