Online Courses Courses in Ireland
Start learning from home with live online classes taught by Ireland-based teachers.
Online courses let you study with Ireland-based schools and teachers from home, either before you travel or instead of attending in person. Live online classes follow the same curriculum and level system as in-person courses, with flexible scheduling to fit work or study. They are a good way to raise your level before arriving, or to keep studying after you return home.
Who is this course for?
Students who want to start or continue their English before arriving in Ireland, or who cannot attend in person.
What you will study
- Live classes with Ireland-based teachers by video
- The same core curriculum as in-person courses
- Speaking and writing practice with feedback
- Flexible scheduling around work or study
What you will achieve
- Live classes with Ireland-based teachers
- The same curriculum as in-person courses
- Flexible scheduling to fit your commitments
- A progress certificate on completion
What level do you need?
| Level | Name | What you can do |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Beginner | Understand and use very simple phrases, introduce yourself and ask basic questions. |
| A2 | Elementary | Handle short everyday exchanges, shopping, directions and simple personal information. |
| B1 | Intermediate | Cope while travelling, describe experiences, and hold a conversation on familiar topics. |
| B2 | Upper intermediate | Understand complex texts, interact fluently, and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue. |
| C1 | Advanced | Use English flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. |
| C2 | Mastery | Understand virtually everything and express yourself precisely, like a proficient speaker. |
Shaded rows are the levels Online Courses courses most often cover. Schools place you by a short test, so you join a class that matches your ability.
Lessons and hours: what to check
Schools describe courses in lessons per week, but a lesson can be 45, 50 or 60 minutes, so the real contact time varies. Always compare the actual hours, not just the lesson count:
- 20 lessons of 45 minutes = 15 hours a week
- 20 lessons of 60 minutes = 20 hours a week
- 30 lessons of 45 minutes = 22.5 hours a week
Each school listing shows the published price per week where available, so you can weigh hours, class size and price together before you enquire.
8 schools offering Online Courses in Ireland
Everest Language School teaches General English, IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation, and 25-week Work & Study programmes at 26 Merrion Square North, Dublin 2. The school publishes 2026 course and accommodation prices.
Central School of English offers small-group General English, Cambridge and IELTS preparation, live online English and a 25-week Academic Year Programme at 23 Marlborough Street, Dublin 1.
Naas-based Avanti Language Institute teaches General English, examination preparation and activity-linked courses, with host family and online options.
Navan-based corporate and private language-training provider offering online English tuition, Business English, call-centre English and multilingual services.
Atlantic School of English and Active Leisure in Schull combines small-group English tuition with optional cultural activities and homestays.
Waterford-based EFL Ireland provides English summer programmes combining morning lessons, excursions, and host-family or residential accommodation.
Award-winning English school in scenic Connemara offering personalized instruction in an authentic Irish countryside setting.
Beyond Fluent delivers English fluency coaching for adults, businesses and young learners through online and flexible programmes.
Frequently asked questions
Are online classes live or self-paced?
Most Irish schools offer live, teacher-led online classes rather than recorded self-study. Confirm the format and class times with the school.
Is the curriculum the same as in person?
Yes, reputable schools follow the same level system and core curriculum online as in the classroom.
Can an online course prepare me before I travel?
Yes. Studying online first is a good way to raise your level so you join a higher class when you arrive in Ireland.
Does an online course count for a student visa?
Student permissions require in-person study in Ireland, so online-only courses do not qualify. Check the current rules at irishimmigration.ie.