Build your English, then focus on your chosen exam
Pathway to Proficiency combines a General English stage with four weeks of focused exam preparation.
Who this course suits
- Students at B1+ who want a structured route towards an exam.
- Learners who want to raise their general level before focusing on exam skills.
- Students who prefer a fixed package price to a weekly rate.
Choose your exam route
Select IELTS, Cambridge B2 First or Cambridge C1 Advanced. Your preferred route is confirmed after the online placement test, once the Academic Team has checked that your level is suitable and a class is available.
Choose your duration
| Option | Structure | Current 2026 price |
|---|---|---|
| 8 weeks | 4 weeks GE20 + 4 weeks EPC30 | €1,640 course-only |
| 12 weeks | 8 weeks GE20 + 4 weeks EPC30 | €2,320 course-only |
A realistic outcome
Entry and start
The minimum level is B1+ and you may start any Monday, subject to level and class availability. External exam registration is not included in the package price: IH Malta is not an examination centre, but the team can help with registration. Accommodation and airport transfers are optional extras.
Included
- Online placement test and first-day welcome
- Course materials for class use. A personal copy may be purchased separately.
- Free Wi-Fi, Welcome Pack and Student Card
- Free weekly adult conversation class
- Progress testing every four weeks
- Certificate and student report with 85% attendance
Not included
- External exam registration, which is arranged and paid separately.
- Accommodation and airport transfers, which are optional extras.
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FAQs
Ready to plan your Pathway?
Choose 8 or 12 weeks and tell us your preferred exam.