LEARN A LANGUAGE ABROAD EF OFFERS PERSONALIZED LANGUAGE COURSES FOR ALL AGES AND LEVELS.
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International Language Centers
DISCOVER THE WORLD WITH EF STUDY ABROAD TO LEARN A LANGUGE, EXPLORE A NEW CITY, MEET FRIENDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD – AND PREPARE FOR YOUR INTERNATIONAL FUTURE.
International experience with a local touch - EF has been opening the world through education since 1965. Today, we operate 500 schools and offices in 53 countries with a network of 40,500 teachers and staff as the world’s largest education company. Benefit from our experience at one of our 44 International Language Centers in 16 countries around the world. Destinations around the globe Our schools are located in the world’s top cities – with easy access to local attractions, boutiques and restaurants. Each and every one is designed to create the ideal learning environment for you to make maximum progress in your studies and enjoy the comforts of home during your experience abroad. Personalized language learning Choose from our wide range of courses – from summer camps for young learners to business focused lessons for professionals. You’ll work together with our experienced study abroad advisors to build a language
course that will achieve your personal, professional and academic goals. While abroad, you’ll make guaranteed language progress thanks to our innovative teaching method. An international student community - Make friends from over 100 countries on your language course abroad. Together, you’ll represent many customs and cultures from big cities and small villages – but one thing you’ll share is a new common language and experiencing a new country. Complete support around the clock - EF offers you a complete study experience, including free-time activities and excursions. We can help you with every detail – from arranging your accommodation to booking flights. That way you can making the most of your time abroad.
Schools optimized for younger learners available.
STUDY IN YOUR DREAM DESTINATION OUR FULLY ACCREDITED SCHOOLS ARE CENTRALLY LOCATED IN THE WORLD’S TOP CITIES – AND FEATURE MODERN FACILITIES AND THE LATEST IN LANGUAGE LEARNING TECHNOLOGY.
EF has worked closely with top designers and leading educators to create the optimal environment for our students. Every school boasts modern interiors, social space, optimal technology, top facilities and committed staff – whether you’re studying at our traditional campus in New York, historic building in London or colonial villa in Malaga.
Experience Sydney from our brand new school
Soak up the sun in at EF St. Julian’s private beach club
England & Ireland London Oxford Eastbourne Cambridge Bournemouth Bristol Brighton Manchester Dublin
Have an American campus experience at EF New York
USA & Canada New York Atlanta Boston Miami Beach Washington, D.C. Santa Barbara San Diego Los Angeles San Francisco Seattle Honolulu Toronto Vancouver Malta & South Africa St. Julian’s Cape Town
Australia, New Zealand & Singapore Auckland Sydney Brisbane Singapore France, Germany, Italy & Spain Nice Paris Berlin Munich Rome Madrid Barcelona Malaga Costa Rica Playa Tamarindo China, Japan Tokyo Beijing
MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME
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CHOOSE FROM A VARIETY OF ACCOMMODATION OPTION TO ENSURE YOU’RE RELAXED AND COMFORTABLE DURING YOUR STAY ABROAD. EF Homestay Experience maximum cultural exchange by living with welcoming hosts in a private home. Gain insight into local culture and pick up expressions with greater ease. EF Homestays are typically in residential neighborhoods throughout the city, conveniently located near public transporation. EF Homeshare Live alongside 5-10 students in a large home together with EF hosts. International Homeshares are selected based on our high standards for comfortable and safe independent living for our students abroad. EF Campus Stay on-site, just steps from your classes. You’ll experience a vibrant campus life while living alongside students from over 100 countries. Enjoy facilities such as a cafeteria, student lounge, sports complexes, Wi-Fi access and more. Live-in EF staff are on call around the clock to ensure that your stay is comfortable. EF Residence Live in the heart of your destination city alongside EF students from over 100 countries. Enjoy easy access to your school by public transportation – as well as the city’s shopping, restaurants and sport facilities. Residences vary, but often offer Wi-Fi internet access, meal plans and more.
EF Apartment Stay in an apartment with easy access to your school via public transportation. All EF Apartments feature a shared bathroom, kitchen and living room – and many boast on-site amenities like laundry rooms and pools. EF Hotel Enjoy the comfort, convenience and privacy of a hotel. Every EF school offers conveniently located 2-star, 3-star and 4-star hotel options – which often offer a wide range of hotel amenities.
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1 Experience an international students community at an EF Campus 2 Learn about local culture in an EF Homestay 3 Live steps from your classes on EF Boston’s Campus 4 Try your destination’s cuisine 5 Make the most of your time abroad with activities and excursions organized by your destination’s EF Activities Coordinator
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EXPECT ADVENTURE Enjoy a full calendar of activities and excursions planned by your destination’s Activities Team. Select activities and excursions are included in your course, so you can make the most of your time abroad – whether you’re experiencing local culture with a city tour, meeting fellow classmates at
an evening event or playing in a football match.If you choose to plan a few independent adventures, you’ll have full support, advice and insight from your destination’s Activities Team who can suggest the hottest restaurants, cultural events and weekend trips.
EF LANGUAGE TRAVEL FOR STUDENTS AGES 10 TO 14 AND 14 TO 17 LANGUAGES, FRIENDS AND FUN
HAVE THE SUMMER OF YOUR LIFE TRAVEL ABROAD IN AN ESCORTED GROUP TO AN EF COURSE TOWN TO MAKE FRIENDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD. COMBINE ACTIVITY-BASED LANGUAGE LESSONS WITH A FULL CALENDAR OF EVENTS AND SPORTS.
An unforgettable experience At EF, our goal is to encourage our youngest students to become global citizens by learning a language abroad and enjoying a truly unforgettable summer. As you spend up to four weeks meeting new friends in an exciting destination abroad, you’ll absorb and strengthen your language skills to give you a head start in both life and learning.
Courses designed for everyone EF offers a range of learning styles., which we’ve designed to meet students’ individual needs: from those who love to get involved in group challenges in the classroom, to those who learn best while getting active outdoors. Select the course option that suits you best – from watersports sessions to to music mixing workshops and much more.
A world of destinations Pick your dream destination and get ready to experience everything from sightseeing to surfing to snowboarding and beyond. See some of the world’s most iconic streets in London as well as golden beaches on England’s south coast, or explore North America’s wide range of climates and cultures. We even offer courses across Europe and Asia teaching non-English languages.
PICK YOUR PERFECT SUMMER EF Class Style
EF My Style
Though courses are classroom-based, EF’s Action Learning approach is interactive. Teachers make use of games, group work and study visits to bring the language to life.
Pursue your favorite hobby or pastimes – or try a new one – at one of our camps or studios. You’ll attend coaching sessions with professional mentors.
EF Tour Style
EF Life Style
Experience all the landscapes and landmarks, monuments and masterpieces, sights and sounds of your dream destination with a [local market] leader and an experienced EF Tour Director.
Experience the daily life of a typical Englishspeaking family. You’ll perfect your language skills by conversing over meals, shopping at the mall or playing sports with neighborhood friends.
EF LANGUAGE COURSES ABROAD FOR STUDENTS AGES 16 TO 18 EXPLORE THE WORLD, DISCOVER YOURSELF
GO ON AN ADVENTURE LEARN A LANGUAGE, EXPLORE A NEW CITY AND MAKE INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS AT ONE OF OUR 44 DESTINATIONS AROUND THE GLOBE. STUDY FOR 2-52 WEEKS, START YOUR COURSE ANY MONDAY AND TRAVEL INDEPENDENTLY OR IN AN ESCORTED GROUP.
Experience you can trust For over 50 years, our experienced staff has helped students have the adventure of a lifetime on their first independent trip abroad. From local advisors dedicated to answering your questions to leaders committed to your comfort – you’ll have our full support from before your depart to after you return home.
Guaranteed language progress You’ll advance one language level every six weeks all thanks to our innovative curriculum, The EF Efekta™ Learning System. Make guaranteed progress in your language studies with our blend of classroom lessons, interactive tools and cultural immersion.
Organized activities and excursions Explore your destination with activities and excursions organized for you by us. From cultural outings to social events to weekend trips – your destination’s Activities Coordinator will plan a full schedule of events all so you can make the most of your time abroad.
CHOOSE THE BEST COURSE FOR YOU
MOST POPULAR
EF Basic
EF General
EF Intensive
20 lessons per week
26 lessons per week
32 lessons per week
Combine plenty of free time for activities and excursions with language lessons. You’ll learn the basics of your study language with interactive lessons, technologyenhanced tools and cultural immersion.
Gain a sound understanding of the essential disciplines of a language. Focused on your speaking and writing language skills, lessons are taught both inside and outside of the classroom to ensure you advance one language level every six weeks.
Learn your language of study as quickly as possible with EF’s Intensive Course. You’ll benefit from the maximum amount of personalized and interactive lessons to ensure you’re speaking and writing with confidence in no time.
EF Exam Preparation
Ef Junior Courses
EF Camps and Studios
32 lessons per week
20 or 26 lessons per week
20 instruction sessions per week
Prepare for an official language proficiency exam. In addition to intensive language training, you’ll learn valuable test-taking techniques and build your testing vocabulary.
This course provides an ideal learning environment for younger students. Focus on essential language skills and build confidence by using the language in everyday situations.
Take your favorite hobby or pastimes to the next level at one of our camps or studios. You’ll improve your talents and language skills during instruction sessions with professional mentors.
EF LANGUAGE COURSES ABROAD FOR STUDENTS AGES 16 AND ABOVE THE FASTER WAY TO LEARN A LANGUAGE
HAVE THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME LEARN A LANGUAGE FASTER ABROAD AT AN ACCREDITED EF INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE CENTER. CHOOSE FROM 7 LANGUAGES IN 44 DESTINATIONS. STUDY FROM 2-52 WEEKS WITH RESULTS GUARANTEED. COURSES START EVERY MONDAY.
Personalized language courses - Study one of seven language where, when and how you like. We guarantee that you’ll advance one language level every six weeks – whether you’re a novice beginner or nearly fluent. All of our courses can be personalized to accommodate your specific needs and academic or professional goals.
High standards recognized worldwide - Our schools meet the highest standards of excellence set by organizations respected around the globe – including the British Council, Independent Schools Inspectorate and Eaquals. EF is also one of the only language schools to offer university certified courses.
Comprehensive study abroad expertise - EF offers a complete study experience, including freetime activities and excursions with full support around the clock. We help you with every detail – from arranging your accommodation to flights, visa assistance to airport transfers, meals to comprehensive travel and medical insurance coverage. That way you can focus on your time abroad.
SELECT THE PERFECT COURSE FOR YOU
MOST POPULAR
EF Basic
EF General
EF Intensive
20 lessons per week
26 lessons per week
32 lessons per week
Combine a relaxing holiday abroad with language lessons. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking in practical situations. You’ll benefit from a comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.
This carefully composed course is designed to help you move up one course level of ability every six weeks. EF’s General Course lessons taught both in the classroom and iLab – focused on communicating clearly in everyday language
Make maximum progress in your studies. EF’s Intensive Course is highly recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible. Our syllabus will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time.
EF Exam Preparation
EF English for Business
32 lessons per week
32 lessons per week
EF Internship or Volunteer Experience
Learn the skills and get the tools you need to pass an officially recognized language exam. You’ll gain a professional advantage and academic edge.
Gain the tools and skills to succeed in business while achieving a solid understanding of business principles.
Gain international work experience by working in a part-time, unpaid position. You’ll learn industryspecific language skills while expanding your CV.
EF ACADEMIC YEAR ABROAD FOR STUDENTS AGES 16 AND ABOVE COMBINED LANGUAGE AND ACADEMIC STUDIES FOR COMPLETE FLUENCY
THE ULTIMATE STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE COMBINE LANGUAGE AND ACADEMIC STUDIES FOR TOTAL CULTURAL FLUENCY DURING THIS 6, 9 OR 11 MONTH STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM. PREPARE FOR AN OFFICIAL LANGUAGE EXAM. GAIN INTERNATIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE. Develop fluency and build your future On an EF Academic Year Abroad you’ll acquire new skills and language abilities – fast – by following a curriculum designed exclusively by us. Gaining language fluency as you earn important career and education opportunities, you’ll experience total immersion in a new country and culture, either living with a host family or in our student residence. Best of all, you’ll meet new friends and build a network for life as you make yourself at home in EF’s very own schools.
PICK THE PROGRAM TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS MOST POPULAR
EF Academic Year Abroad - General
EF Academic Year Abroad - Intensive
Take your learning from the classroom to the real world and gain a sound understanding of another language. Through group work, interactive classes, projects and personalized lessons, you’ll emerge with solid achievements.
Make maximum progress during your studies with an exciting and challenging syllabus that will have you speaking and writing with confidence. You’ll enjoy more personalization options too, thanks to 10 SPIN Lessons.
EF Exam Preparation
EF Twin & Triple Centers
32 lessons per week: EF will help you prepare for and take official language proficiency exams. You can also choose from a range of exams in six other languages.
26 or 32 lessons per week: Experience the ultimate adventure of travelling to two or three destinations as you learn one language.
EF Multi-Language Year
EF Advanced Diplomas
26 or 32 lessons per week: Travel the world and make memories for life while becoming fluent in two or three languages in up to three countries.
32 lessons per week: Challenge your English with intensive language classes combined with a range of university-level academic and professional subjects.
Ef University Foundation Year
EF Pre-Master’s & Pre-MBA
30 or 32 lessons per week: Gain the skills necessary for undergraduate studies abroad and earn guaranteed acceptance to a university.
30 or 32 lessons per week: Achieve guaranteed placement in a Master’s or MBA program at a topranked university in an English-speaking country.
EF LANGUAGE COURSES ABROAD FOR ADULTS AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS THE FASTER WAY TO LEARN A LANGUAGE
ENHANCE YOUR PROFESSIONAL FUTURE ENHANCE YOUR JOB PROSPECTS BY COMBINING LANGUAGE LEARNING, NETWORKING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT. COURSES START EVERY MONDAY AND LAST FROM 1 WEEK TO A FULL ACADEMIC YEAR.
Exclusively for young professionals and adults Benefit from language courses designed and developed for students aged 25 and over.
Personalize your studies Choose from over 100 Special Interest Lessons to learn something new or focus on the subjects you enjoy.
Learn faster, guaranteed Advance one language level every six weeks with our innovative learning method.
Experience a new culture Enjoy leisure activities organized by EF – from wine tasting to flamenco lessons.
Build an international network Network with professionals from places like Brazil, Japan and France – at every EF course center.
SELECT THE IDEAL COURSE FOR YOU
MOST POPULAR
EF Basic
EF General
EF Intensive
20 lessons per week
26 lessons per week
32 lessons per week
Enjoy a relaxing holiday abroad – all while learning a language. You’ll take part in 20 teacher-led lessons per week, giving you plenty of time to experience your destination city’s shops, restaurants and attactions.
Move up one course level of ability every six weeks with our General Course. Taught both in the classroom and in iLab, lessons are designed to ensure you understand grammar and can communicate clearly.
Our highly structured syllabus comprised will ensure you make maximum progress during your stay aborad. You’ll be ready for speaking in business environments by focusing on grammar and pronunciation.
EF Exam Preparation
EF Mini-Group Conversation
EF Career Plus
32 lessons per week
32 lessons per week
32 lessons per week
Prepare for officially recognized examinations. Lessons focus on intensive vocabulary building and include instruction in test-taking techniques.
Gain more practice speaking your study language with small conversation class sizes. You’ll make maximum progress with more individual attention.
Perfect your English language skills for the international marketplace while learning business vocabulary and professional concepts.
EF LANGUAGE TRAVEL FOR STUDENTS AGES 10 TO 14 AND 14 TO 17 TRAVEL ABROAD IN AN ESCORTED GROUP TO AN EF COURSE TOWN TO MAKE FRIENDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD. COMBINE ACTIVITY-BASED LANGUAGE LESSONS WITH A FULL CALENDAR OF EVENTS AND SPORTS.
EF Class Style Though courses are classroombased and teacher-led, EF’s Action Learning approach is highly interactive and focuses on conversation. Teachers make use of games and group work to bring the language to life. Study visits and excursions get you out in the real world to use the language.
EF My Style Pursue your favorite hobby or pastimes – or try a new one – at one of our camps or studios. Attend coaching sessions with professional mentors in the morning and participate in activities, excursions and games with new friends in the afternoon.
EF Life Style Experience first-hand the daily life of a typical English-speaking family. You’ll perfect your language skills by conversing over daily meals, shopping at the mall, playing sports with neighborhood friends, and accompanying your hosts on local outings and excursions.
EF LANGUAGE COURSES ABROAD FOR ADULTS AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS ENHANCE YOUR JOB PROSPECTS BY COMBINING LANGUAGE LEARNING, NETWORKING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT. COURSES START EVERY MONDAY AND LAST FROM 1 WEEK TO A FULL ACADEMIC YEAR.
EF Intensive Our highly structures syllabus comprised of classroom lessons, technology-enhanced classes and lecture sessions will ensure you make maximum progress during your stay aborad. You’ll be ready for speaking in business environments by focusing on grammar and pronunciation.
EF Mini-Group Conversation Gain more practice speaking your study language with small conversation class sizes. You’ll focus on refining your pronunciation and vocabulary through more individual attention – ensuring you make maximum progress in your studies.
EF Career Plus Perfect your English language skills for the international marketplace while learning expert tactics to boost your career. Learn business vocabulary, professional concepts and corporate culture from certified teachers – including CV writing and interview techniques.
EF HAS BEEN OPENING THE WORLD THROUGH EDUCATION SINCE 1965 – AND TODAY HAS HELPED OVER 15 MILLION PEOPLE LEARN A LANGUAGE, EXPERIENCE A NEW CITY AND MEET INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS AS THE WORLD’S LARGEST PRIVATE EDUCATION COMPANY.
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