Learn the features of different English accents.

In Level 4 we study the features of regional accents using phonetics, and then apply them in a practical way to produce speech in the target accent.

What will I learn?

Ear Training

You’ll learn how to distinguish different UK & Irish accents through listening to many natives.

Shadowing

We practice snippets of speech and aim to copy the features exactly, building control and accuracy.

Accents

The vowels, consonants and intonation of different accents across the UK & Ireland.

SYLLABUS

– ‘Standard’ British vs American
– Rhoticity
– General American features

– Estuary vs Cockney vs MLE
– Vowel sounds
– Consonant sounds
– History

– What is “Standard Northern”
– Vowel sounds
– Consonant sounds
– Yorkshire vs Lancashire

– Vowel sounds
– Consonant sounds
– History

– Vowel sounds
– Consonant sounds
– Rhoticity
– Stereotypes

– Vowel Sounds
– Intonation
– Stereotypes
– vs Black Country

– Vowel Sounds
– Consonant Sounds

– Vowel Sounds
– Consonant Sounds

– Vowel Sounds
– Consonant Sounds

– Vowel Sounds
– Consonant Sounds
– History
– vs RP

Most learners not only experience improved listening skills, they find producing ‘standard’ GB/SSB English easier after experimenting with variations.

What’s included?

Video Tutorials

Each topic has a 5-10 minute video tutorial explaining the key takeaways.

Quizzes

Test your skills after each class with a 10 question interactive online quiz.

Certificate

You’ll receive your Level 1 Certificate of Completion when you finish.

We provide the level 4 course in GROUP (Zoom) or 121 (Zoom). Purchasing any of the options gives instant access to the materials.

Course Options

Online

£29.99

Follow the 10 lesson course at your own pace with the videos and interactive quizzes.

Group

£99

Join weekly live classes via Zoom covering the full syllabus with IPA certified teachers.

One to One

from £299

The course designed and adapted to your specific needs and a flexible timetable.