Program Overview
Beyond Basic ESL (BBESL)
Durham Tech offers core classes in Reading/Writing, Listening/Speaking, and Grammar, to teach the fundamentals of US English to internationals who wish to improve their English skills. These classes are designed for those who already have a basic understanding of English and/or have already studied English either in the US or another country. The classes also work well for students who have finished the basic ESL program or for those whose test scores are higher than the most advanced-level of free ESL classes.
Please check your schedule carefully before registering — if you change your mind about a class, it can take several weeks to get a refund for your registration fees.
Read more about:
- Program structure
- Electives by Level
- Certificate program
- Summer 2019 schedule - The Summer I session starts April 22 and Summer II session starts June 27. Register By April 18.
- Spring 2019 schedule (pdf)
Select the course links (blow) to view the course description and textbook information.
Additional questions? Contact the Center for the Global Learner at 919-536-7264 or contact Barbara Pinter at 919-536-7264, ext 3224, or make an appointment. You may also visit the Center for the Global Learner section to view information about related programs.
Are you looking for Basic Skills ESL classes? View information about Basic Skills ESL.
Are you interested in for-credit curriculum based English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program? View information about EAP.
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Use the green registration button below to view registration, cancellation, and refund information. Online registration is not available for these courses. Use the Center for the Global Learner registration form.
Estimated Tuition & Fees
$75 or $130
Upcoming Class Offerings for Listening and Speaking for Ap - C (FLI-3701A3 ourse)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67240 |
4/22 - 6/17
4/22 - 6/17
|
Main Campus |
111
111
|
M 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
W 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom | |
| 67259 |
7/1 - 8/21
7/1 - 8/21
|
OC |
103
103
|
M 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
W 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for English Grammar Level B (COM-3711CL)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67242 |
4/22 - 6/17
4/22 - 6/17
|
Main Campus |
112
112
|
M 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
W 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Current Events (COM-3711BD)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67243 |
4/22 - 6/17
4/22 - 6/17
|
Main Campus |
108
108
|
M 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
W 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Conversation Workshop I (COM-3711BB)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67245 |
4/23 - 6/13
4/23 - 6/13
|
Main Campus |
108
108
|
T 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
TH 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom | |
| 67250 |
4/23 - 6/13
4/23 - 6/13
|
OC |
101
101
|
T 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
TH 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for TOEFL Listening/Speaking II (COM-3711BJ)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67246 |
4/23 - 6/13
4/23 - 6/13
|
Main Campus |
214
214
|
T 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
TH 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Listening and Speaking for AP - B (FLI-3701A2)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67248 |
4/22 - 6/17
4/22 - 6/17
|
OC |
103
103
|
M 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
W 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom | |
| 67255 |
6/27 - 8/22
6/27 - 8/22
|
Main Campus |
203
203
|
T 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
TH 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Reading and Writing for AP - B (COM-3711CJ)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67249 |
4/22 - 6/17
4/22 - 6/17
|
OC |
103
103
|
M 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
W 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
|
Classroom | |
| 67251 |
7/1 - 8/21
7/1 - 8/21
|
Main Campus |
102
102
|
M 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
W 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Conversation Workshop I (COM-3711BB)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67245 |
4/23 - 6/13
4/23 - 6/13
|
Main Campus |
108
108
|
T 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
TH 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom | |
| 67250 |
4/23 - 6/13
4/23 - 6/13
|
OC |
101
101
|
T 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
TH 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Reading and Writing for AP - B (COM-3711CJ)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67249 |
4/22 - 6/17
4/22 - 6/17
|
OC |
103
103
|
M 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
W 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
|
Classroom | |
| 67251 |
7/1 - 8/21
7/1 - 8/21
|
Main Campus |
102
102
|
M 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
W 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for English Grammar Level C (COM-3711CM)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67252 |
7/1 - 8/21
7/1 - 8/21
|
Main Campus |
108
108
|
M 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
W 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Intercultural Communication (COM-3711CA)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67253 |
7/1 - 8/21
7/1 - 8/21
|
Main Campus |
109
109
|
M 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
W 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Conversation and Pronunciation (COM-3711CC)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67254 |
7/1 - 8/21
7/1 - 8/21
|
Main Campus |
149
149
|
M 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
W 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Listening and Speaking for AP - B (FLI-3701A2)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67248 |
4/22 - 6/17
4/22 - 6/17
|
OC |
103
103
|
M 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
W 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom | |
| 67255 |
6/27 - 8/22
6/27 - 8/22
|
Main Campus |
203
203
|
T 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
TH 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for American Media (COM-3711P)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67256 |
6/27 - 8/22
6/27 - 8/22
|
Main Campus |
150
150
|
T 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
TH 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for TOEFL Reading/writing I (COM-3711BH)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67257 |
6/27 - 8/22
6/27 - 8/22
|
Main Campus |
142
142
|
T 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
TH 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Presentations in the 21st Century (COM-3711CH)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67258 |
6/27 - 8/22
6/27 - 8/22
|
Main Campus |
142
142
|
T 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
TH 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
|
Classroom |
Upcoming Class Offerings for Listening and Speaking for Ap - C (FLI-3701A3 ourse)
| Section Number | Dates | Location | Building | Room | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67240 |
4/22 - 6/17
4/22 - 6/17
|
Main Campus |
111
111
|
M 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
W 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom | |
| 67259 |
7/1 - 8/21
7/1 - 8/21
|
OC |
103
103
|
M 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
W 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
|
Classroom |