Need to pass quickly?
Intensive driving courses
Condense your learning — from the 12-hour Long Weekend to the 40-hour Fortnighter, manual or automatic, tailored to your needs.
“I would honestly recommend Cowley's School of Motoring! Phil is such a nice and patient instructor and helps boost your confidence on the road. I passed first time with 1 minor from a 40 hour intensive course and it was so fun. 10 out of 10 would recommend!”
Choose your course
The Long Weekend
12 hours
A Saturday-and-Sunday top-up course. Ideal if you’ve already had lessons, failed a test, or can’t fit weekly lessons around work or college.
Book NowThe Booster
20 hours
For learners with existing experience — from previous lessons or driving your own car. Boosts your skills and gets you over the line.
Book NowThe Fortnighter
40 hours
The full package spread over two weeks. Everything you need to go from beginner to safe, confident driver ready for the road.
Book NowCourse prices don't include the DVSA test fee. A 25% non-refundable deposit secures your dates, with full payment due one month before your course starts. We'll only take you to test once you've reached the required standard — being a safe driver comes first.
How intensive courses work
Pass your theory
First you’ll need your theory test — our free online theory practice helps you pass.
Set your test date
Book your practical test with the DVSA at gov.uk — we’ll advise on timing so your test lands at the right point after your course.
Take your course
We book your intensive course for the hours you’ve chosen, over the timescale you’ve requested.
Test day — a week later
We aim for your test about a week after the course ends. That takes the pressure off, and leaves room for extra lessons if you need them.
Automatic intensive courses too
Not feeling gears and clutch? Every course is available in our automatic car. We run intensive courses in Newton Abbot, Exeter, Torquay, Paignton, Teignmouth, Kingsteignton and the surrounding areas — if you don't see your area, still get in touch as we may be able to help.
Send us an enquiry
Tell us your timescale and whether you want manual or automatic — we'll get back to you with the right course, usually the same day.
Ready to fast-track your licence?
Tell us your timescale and we'll build the right intensive course around you.