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International Language Centers
EF’s Boston campus is located among 17 acres of pristine New England countryside.
Study abroad to learn a language, explore a new city and meet friends from around the world – no matter your age or goals.
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 43,500 teachers and staff, making us the world’s largest education company. Destinations around the globe Our 46 International Language Centers are located in world-renowned cities. Each and every one is designed to create the ideal learning environment for you to make maximum progress in your studies while also enjoying the comforts of home during your time abroad. Personalized language learning You’ll work together with our experienced study abroad advisors to build the perfect language course. They’ll help you select from our wide range of flexible-length courses, which include short-term summer camps for young learners, an academic year abroad for high school students and business-focused programs for professionals and executives.
Absorb language around the clock By building a study program around your specific goals and needs – and then putting it into practice with experienced teachers, interactive class time, technology-assisted practice and real-life immersion – your progress is guaranteed. The Efekta™ Learning System is our innovative methodology that helps you learn more, faster. Younger learners follow EF’s Efekta™ Action Learning curriculum, which is designed around the principle of learning by doing. All of our junior courses are designed to meet the specific requirements of students aged 10-14.
Study in your dream destination Take your pick from iconic cities, sun-soaked beach towns and historic destinations in 16 countries around the globe. With seven languages available to learn in the world’s most sought-after destinations, your time abroad will get you speaking to the world. From ordering cold drinks on a Californian beach to Christmas shopping in London or cafe-hoping in Paris, you’ll live the language with EF. Such cultural immersion will accelerate your language development while ensuring you return home with memories that last a lifetime.
Expect adventure Enjoy a full calendar of activities and excursions planned by your destination’s Activities Team. You’ll experience local culture on a daily basis with city tours, evening events and sporting occasions – all with your new classmates. If you choose to plan 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. Make yourself at home Choose from a variety of accommodation options to ensure you’re comfortable during your stay abroad. ·· ·· ·· ··
EF Homestay - Experience maximum cultural exchange by living with welcoming hosts in a private home. EF Residence - Live in the heart of your destination city alongside EF students from over 100 countries. EF Campus - Stay on-site, just steps from your classes, as you become part of a vibrant student community EF Hotel - Enjoy the comfort, convenience and privacy of a hotel.
EF Language Travel Ages 10-14 and 14 -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.
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 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.
EF Life Style Experience the daily life of a typical English-speaking family. You’ll perfect your language skills by conversing over meals, shopping at the mall or playing sports with neighborhood friends.
EF Tour 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.
Pick your perfect summer EF Class 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. EF My Style 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 Language Courses Abroad Ages 16 -18
Learn a language, explore a new city and make international friends at one of our 46 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, experienced teachers 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.
EF General 26 lessons per week 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.
EF Intensive 32 lessons per week 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.
Choose the best course for you EF Basic 20 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, technology-enhanced tools and cultural immersion. EF Exam Preparation 32 lessons 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.
EF Junior Courses 20 or 26 lessons per week 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.
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EF Camps and Studios 20 instruction sessions per week 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 Ages 18 -25
Kick-start your global future at an accredited EF International Language Center. Choose from 7 languages and study from 2 to 52 weeks, with results guaranteed.
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.
EF Basic 20 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.
EF General 26 lessons per week 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
EF Intensive 32 lessons per week 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 32 lessons per week 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.
EF English for Business 32 lessons per week Gain the tools and skills to succeed in business while achieving a solid understanding of business principles.
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EF Internship or Volunteer Experience Gain international work experience by working in a part-time, unpaid position. You’ll learn industry-specific language skills while expanding your CV.
EF Academic Year Abroad Students ages 16 and above
Study in world-renowned destinations for 6, 9 or 11 months and return home with the language fluency to launch your international future.
The ultimate study abroad experience On an EF Academic Year Abroad, you can customize your program to match your academic and cultural goals. Choose from seven languages of study at any of our 46 schools in 16 countries and enjoy lasting benefits from our innovative curriculum. What’s more, you can earn globally recognized language exams to show future employers or universities.
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Develop fluency and build your future 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. 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.
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EF Academic Year Abroad - General 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.
EF Academic Year Abroad - Intensive 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 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.
EF Twin & Triple Centers 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 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.
EF Advanced Diplomas 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 30 or 32 lessons per week: Gain the skills necessary for undergraduate studies abroad and earn guaranteed acceptance to a university.
EF Pre-Master’s & Pre-MBA 30 or 32 lessons per week: Achieve guaranteed placement in a Master’s or MBA program at a top-ranked university in an English-speaking country.
EF Language Courses Abroad Professionals and executives
Enroll at one of EF’s fully-accredited course centers to learn a language, enhance your personal growth and boost your professional future.
Shape your future Whether you are looking for a relaxing language holiday, an intensive career-focused course or a personalized executive education class, you’ll be assured to find the perfect program. What’s more, you’ll make quick progress with our innovative learning method.
Exclusively for professionals and executives At EF, we understand the importance of languages – how they empower not only individuals, but also entire companies. That’s why we’ve set up the EF Professional Language Centers and EF Executive Language Institutes – centers designed to refine language skills, enhance networking and launch global futures for busy professionals and executives. Courses for companies are also available.
Select the perfect course for you EF Intensive 32 lessons per week Make maximum progress with a course that focuses on grammar and pronunciation – perfect for business professionals.
EF Mini-Group Conversation 32 lessons per week Enjoy more personalized learning with conversation classes. You’ll practice speaking your study language in small class sizes.
EF Exam Preparation 32 lessons per week Prepare for officially recognized exams with lessons that improve your vocabulary and test-taking techniques.
EF Executive Premium 40 lessons per week Enjoy the perfect mix of private lessons and small group classes (max 8). Our one-on-one courses are completely tailor-made to help you make the fastest progress in as little time as possible.
EF General 26 lessons per week Taught both in the classroom and in iLab, lessons ensure you understand grammar while improving your oral and written communication.
EF Career Builder 32 lessons per week Perfect your English language skills for the international marketplace while focusing on the legal world or business.
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EF International Language Centers Bureau de Bordeaux Tél. : 05 56 80 17 93 Fax : 01 42 86 09 91 ef.bordeaux@ef.com Tél. : 03 88 16 16 05 Fax : 03 88 16 17 89
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