LEGAL ENGLISH (TOLES)
What is it?
The Legal English course at MC Academy provides students with the practical language skills that are necessary for working as an international lawyer in a commercial context. The course also prepares students to gain the international TOLES qualification which is recognised worldwide by leading law firms, corporate legal departments and government agencies. The TOLES exam is designed to be fair to people of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds. MCSE’s Legal English course and the TOLES exam focus on the accurate use of technical legal vocabulary and grammar in the contexts of:
– Contract Law
– Company Lawn
– Employment Law
– The Law of Torts (Introduction)
– The English Legal Profession
Aims of the course
Students will learn and develop
– Knowledge of the plain English style of writing for drafting documents and letters now favoured by leading commercial law firms
– Accuracy in the use of practical and technical legal vocabulary
– An understanding of how formal and informal English is used in the legal workplace
– Skills to improve informal English and make it more appropriate and professional
– A commercial awareness of law by focusing on real tasks carried out by lawyers in international legal offices
– Techniques to help gain the best score possible score in the TOLES exam
FAQ’s (Legal)
How long can I study this course for?
We offer this course in below hours:
5 hours
How can I study this course?
You can study this course online or in-person.
What levels of English can study this course?
Pre-Intermediate to Advanced
How long can I study for?
You can study as long as you like. We have a 1 week minimum policy.
When does the course start?
The course starts every Monday.
What is the price for this course?
We currently have discounts on this course!
Our prices change often so please check this information with a member of our teams!
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How to apply?
To Apply, simply complete the Application form and send a copy of your passport to the relevant branch.
- MC Academy, Liverpool: [email protected]
- MC Academy, Manchester: [email protected]
Once you have completed the above, we will contact you with further details.
How long is the course?
The full-time course takes three weeks after which the TOLES exam can be taken at MC Academy which is an accredited TOLES Test centre.
Courses will run in line with TOLES exam dates, subject to demand.
*Please note that MC Academy’s Legal English course focuses on the accurate use of practical and technical legal vocabulary and grammar rather than the academic or theoretical knowledge of law for which other, more academic-based exams may be more suitable.
Where can I find our more about the exam?
For further information about the TOLES exam, either send an enquiry to the school or visit the TOLES website at: www.toleslegal.com
What is the TOLES Exam format?
– Time allowed: 120 minutes
– Skills tested: Legal reading, writing, drafting and knowledge of register and business idiom
– Focus: Practical reading, writing and drafting skills in authentic legal situations
What is the location of the exam?
MC Academy, Manchester and Liverpool. We are an official TOLES test centre.
What is the course duration?
3 weeks, leading to the Advanced TOLES qualification. 1 week intensive course also available.
MC Academy can be flexible on the duration of the TOLES course. If a longer or shorter course time is required, please let us know.
