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What does esl course mean?
ESL (English as a Second Language) is an English course specially designed for language learners whose mother tongue is not English and who use English as a second language. Generally provided by foreign universities or local teaching institutions, it is a compulsory language course for international students applying for admission to European and American universities. By studying ESL course, candidates can not only improve their language level, but also have a deeper understanding of the social structure and culture of European and American countries, so that their language level can reach the level of studying and living in European and American countries smoothly.

At present, many European and American universities have set up ESL (English as a second language) courses, which greatly facilitates many international students in China. There are many high school students or college students who really have no time to prepare for TOEFL and IELTS, even if they do well in school, because they are usually nervous about their studies, or because they are not fully prepared, so they can't get their language scores. ESL courses provide these students with opportunities to study in Europe and America. Students who don't have language scores such as TOEFL or IELTS, or whose language scores can't meet the requirements of the school, can go to the university to study ESL courses, complete ESL courses and pass the examinations organized by the school after obtaining double admission (language admission and professional admission), and then can successfully enter the formal courses.

Advantages of ESL course:

1, English atmosphere, improve students' English language ability, pay more attention to communication and how to adapt to western culture.

2. Create situational teaching, provide a real communication environment, and integrate life and study perfectly.

3. Pay attention to practicality and cultivate students' ability to use English and western thinking.