learn m re than a language
ENGLISH COURSES in Bournemouth, UK
europa
school of english
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ACCREDITATION
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Welcome to Europa School of English A school offering English, Career Development and University Entry programmes, accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English, and endorsed by the Institute of Leadership and Management, based in a spectacular building in Bournemouth on the South Coast of England. Since starting the school in 2003, I have been delighted to meet so many students from all corners of the world and share with them the joy of their experiences, immersing themselves into UK culture and language. My team are dedicated and professional and share my passion to teach not only English but ensure you experience British culture and truly learn ‘more than a language’ with us. I am looking forward to meeting you and it will be my pleasure to welcome you to our school. Charlotte Fisher Managing Director
OUR STUDENTS COME FROM
Qatar
Italy
Germany China France Spain Turkey
Switzerland
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and many other countries
OUR SCHOOL – THE BEST CHOICE FOR YOU We have more than 10 years of experience. We offer exclusive courses for your career development. Caring and supportive learning environment The school is located only 5 minutes from the cliffs and a further 3 minutes to the beach. We are 10 minutes walk from the town centre. Main airports: Bournemouth (15 minutes), Southampton (1 hour), London (2 hours)
OUR SCHOOL FACILITIES Our school is a historic building and has all the charm of an old building but with modern facilities and innovative equipment Lounge and comfortable bistro to meet up with people from around the world, drink a coffee, or enjoy some delicious meals Summer garden for get-togethers and to relax in the 足sunshine Free Wi-Fi Space for concerts and cultural events for our students and the public Breakfast, hot lunch and dinner are available from Monday to 足Friday. High quality catering from our own open kitchen 足providing international cuisine and a wide variety of healthy and 足nutritious meals.
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Accreditation
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The British Council accreditation is the quality assurance scheme for the UK English language teaching sector. Accreditation provides students with a guarantee of choice and quality. To obtain accreditation, schools must comply with the strict regulations laid down by the British Council with respect to management, teacher qualifications, school facilities, health and safety, teaching quality, administration, student services, accommodation, publicity materials and welfare. We are inspected regularly by the British Council.
TOLES is the leading provider of professional English language training materials and exams for international lawyers, law students and legal translators. The study materials and exams are very highly regarded because TOLES have taken advice from employers on the English language training a successful lawyer needs to develop in a modern commercial environment.
English UK is the national association of accredited English language centres and the world‘s leading language teaching association. They are UK-registered with the key aim of advancing the education of international students in the English language. All English UK members are accredited by the British Council.
The Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) is the UK’s largest management body, providing the widest range of industry-leading leadership and management qualifications. Their unique learning model – the Knowing-Doing-Being Framework – takes into account all aspects of good leadership and management and how it works in practice, recognising the need for well-rounded development.
Language learning Our school, our academic purpose Our aim is to offer our students a unique learning experience in a friendly international atmosphere. We maximize students’ progress through careful recruitment of qualified teachers with either a TEFL qualification or a teaching qualification (PGCE Primary / PGCE Secondary for Modern Languages with ELT / TESOL subsidiary). We conduct regular testing and use modern resources, both inside and outside the classroom, to encourage language learning. Our management team is committed to ensuring your stay with us is an enriching and fulfilling learning experience that you will never forget.
Quick info – COURSES
Enjoyable lessons – effective learning We aim to maximise your learning by taking a varied approach to your education which is done in the following way: Our lessons are based around a course book with weekly testing, negotiated learning and regular tutorials. This provides a balanced focus of all four skills (speaking, reading, writing, and listening) and allows us to measure your progress over each term. We also take into account multiple learning styles, through the use of different materials. All students are assessed regularly and given the opportunity to feedback to their teacher regarding their progress and specific areas which need improvement. Our teachers are carefully selected to ensure they have the skills necessary to deliver interesting lessons for all levels. Teachers are encouraged to use modern texts and up to date delivery methods to keep students engaged.
Our school – is British Council accredited and a member of English UK – follows the European Standard for language study tour providers Our courses follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment (CEFR A1-C2) Our teachers are native speakers All of our teachers are qualified, which means either a TEFL qualification or a teaching qualification (PGCE Primary / PGCE Secondary for Modern Languages). Maximum of 15 students per class or less as indicated Mixed nationality classes Placement test on arrival Course books provided Certificate at the end of the course
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Our Courses General 20 lessons: If you want to establish a linguistic foundation and still have free time General 25 or 30 lessons: If you aim to improve your confidence in English quickly
3 weeks: 30 lessons (22.5 hours) per week
BUSINESS ENGLISH WITH ILM LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
5 weeks: 35 lessons (26.25 hours) per week
LEGAL ENGLISH TOLES – FOR LEVELS 1 & 2
3 weeks: 30 lessons (22.5 hours) per week including the TOLES exam
LEGAL ENGLISH TOLES – FOR LEVEL 3
1 week intensive: 28 lessons (21 hours) plus the TOLES exam
HOSPITALITY TRAINING PROGRAMME
A 2-week, 30 lessons (22.5 hrs) per week, Professional and English Preparation course combined, followed by a paid work experience in Hospitality
Improve your English whilst studying the key areas of the industry (Food and Beverage, Porterage & Banqueting) before undertaking a 6–12 month placement
If you are a student from the European Union, and plan to gain valuable practical skills and knowledge.
IELTS PREPARATION
20 lessons (15 hours) per week plus the IELTS exam at the end of the programme
Designed to assess and improve your language ability to study or work where English is the language of communication. It prepares you for taking the IELTS examination by teaching strategies necessary for this exam. It also acquaints you with the structure of the test.
If you want to gain worldwide recognition for study, work and immigration
INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION PROGRAMME
Each term is 10 weeks: 20 hours per week plus tutorials and directed self study
This programme will prepare you to access a broad range of undergraduate degree programmes at universities in the UK, USA and Canada.
If you are an International student, planning undergraduate study in the UK, needing an academic top-up for university acceptance
PRE-MED FOUNDATION
Each term is 10 weeks: 20 hours per week plus tutorials and directed self study
You will study three sciences – Physics, Chemistry and Biology - plus improve your Mathematics, English for Academic Purposes and Study Skills and learn basic Russian.
If you are a UK or International student planning to study Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing or Pharmacy (in English) with our overseas partners
Each term is 10 weeks: 30 lessons (22.5 hours) per week plus IELTS exam
In addition to preparation for the IELTS exam, the course provides you with further important abilities needed for academic success such as research and presentation skills and academic writing. We provide supported university application, including the opportunity to prepare a PhD proposal.
If you are an International student, planning undergraduate or postgraduate study in the UK, needing general support
You will build appropriate vocabulary related to business and management whilst developing confidence and fluency in the English language and develop your knowledge of management competencies
This course is designed to prepare you for the TOLES (Test of Legal English Skills) examination. TOLES is for lawyers, law students and interns to prove their ability to cope with everyday practical tasks in English when working in commercial law or studying law.
GENERAL ENGLISH
You will study all four skills – speaking, listening, writing and reading using a variety of course books, authentic materials and the Internet. We aim to improve students’ accuracy, fluency and confidence in expressing themselves in English.
For whom?
BUSINESS ENGLISH WITH ILM LEVEL 3 AWARD IN LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
PRE-SESSIONAL COURSE
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20,25,30 lessons (15, 18.75, 22.5 hours) per week duration of 1–52 weeks
Description
Ideal if you have management responsibilities, but no formal training, but are serious about developing your abilities
If you practise or study law or are in a support role and have intermediate English language ability
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
GENERAL ENGLISH
Duration / 45 min Lessons
If you practise law and have advanced English language skills
PRE-UNIVERSITY COURSES
Course
Levels On your first day of school you will take an English test in order to find a course that suits your language level. We offer the following 6 English levels according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR): Europa School of English Level
CEFR
IELTS
Proficiency
C2
7.5+
Advanced
C1
6.5-7.0
Upper intermediate
B2
5.5-6.0
Intermediate
B1
4.5-5.0
Pre-intermediate
A2
3.5-4.0
Elementary
A1
3.0
TOLES Advanced Level 3
Higher Level 2
Foundation Level 1
Timetable Morning lesson 1 lesson 2 Break lesson 3 lesson 4 Break
9:30 – 10:15 10:15 – 11:00 15 min 11:15 – 12:00 12:00 – 12:45 1 hour
Afternoon lesson 5 lesson 6 Break lesson 7
13:45 – 14:30 14:30 – 15:15 15 min 15:30 – 16:15
Courses 1 lesson = 45 min 20 lessons a week = only in the morning (lesson 1–4) 25 lessons a week = morning + one lesson in the afternoon (lesson 1–5) 30 lessons a week = morning + two lessons in the afternoon (lesson 1–6) 35 lessons a week = morning + 3 lessons in the afternoon (lesson 1–7)
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CAREER DEVELOPMENT
ILM Business English FACTS Max. 15 students per class Mixed nationality classes Qualified, native-speaker teachers Course materials provided Constant monitoring and regular progress tests Homework and assessed directed study assignments ILM Award or Certificate for successful units English Level required B2
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAMME? + Improve both your Business English and Management Skills in this unique course + The Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) are experts in Leadership Development + Build appropriate vocabulary related to Business and Management + Develop your knowledge of management skills and competencies to Level 3 on the UK National Qualifications Framework + ILM’s unique learning model – the Knowing-Doing-Being Framework - takes into account all aspects of good leadership and management and how it works in practice
(Upper-intermediate)
AWARD
CERTIFICATE
in Leadership and Management: 3-week programme
in Leadership and Management: 5-week programme
What will I achieve? We enable you to either achieve the Award in Leadership and Management during our 3 week programme, or the Certificate during our 5 week programme, plus a Certificate of Completion for our Business English programme, which provides linguistic support for the ILM units.
The Award Units Solving problems and making decisions - identify a company problem or improvement opportunity and examine ways to reach a solution Understanding Marketing for Managers – using a case study gain an understanding of the marketing context in an organisation Writing for Business - develop writing skills suitable for a business situation, develop your report writing and analytical skills
The Certificate Units All of the above units plus: Understanding Leadership - develop knowledge and understanding of different leadership styles or behaviours Giving Briefings and Making Presentations - develop your skills in this area. Negotiation and Networking in the Workplace – improve ways in which you can influence others and achieve your objectives Understanding Financial Management – management accountancy and bookkeeping within the context of an organisation. Workplace Communication - learn how to be an effective communicator
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CAREER DEVELOPMENT
TOLES Legal English
What will I achieve? A Test of Legal English Skills Certificate, as a percentage of your score, at Foundation, Higher or Advanced Level and a Certificate of Completion from Europa School of English. TOLES are members of the International Division of the Law Society of England and Wales.
TOLES Levels and English requirements Foundation Level 1 legal English exam. Suitable for beginner level. Focus on basic grammar and vocabulary. Encourages commercial awareness. Higher Level 2 legal English exam. Suitable for intermediate level. Focus on intermediate grammar and vocabulary. A realistic introduction to work. Advanced Level 3 legal English exam. Suitable for advanced level. Focus on nearnative level grammar and vocabulary. The gold standard exam for commercial lawyers.
The TOLES Units The Legal Profession The Language of Contract Law The Language of Employment Law The Language of the Law of Tort Understanding Contracts 1 + 2 The Language of Business Law Modern Letter Writing The Language of Company Law
FACTS Max. 15 students per class Mixed nationality classes unless booked as a special group Qualified, native-speaker specialist teachers Placement test on arrival Constant monitoring and regular progress tests Homework and directed study assignments Course materials included, as well as the recommended Legal English course book TOLES Certificate awarded externally
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAMME? + + + + + +
Gain the Test of Legal English Skills (TOLES) internationally recognised qualification to evidence your level of Legal English As a lawyer, law student or intern, verify your ability to cope with practical legal tasks in English Improve your Legal English to the standard required by international commercial law firms, in-house legal teams in private companies, and top-class translators Increase your opportunities for personal career advancement Strengthen commercial awareness and aim for the benchmark required by the ‘Magic Circle’ law firms Visit Winchester and the Crown Court to observe a criminal trial (optional)
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CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Hospitality Training Programme FACTS Duration of taught course: 2 weeks
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAMME?
Guaranteed hospitality placement on UK National Minimum Wage for between 6 and 12 months
+ Improve your English whilst studying the key areas of the industry (Food and Beverage, Porterage and Banqueting) before undertaking a 6 to 12 month Hospitality placement
Max. 15 students per class on your course
+ Recover study costs with a paid Work Placement
Mixed nationality classes
+ Learn practical key skills such as laying tables the correct way, those all-important customer service skills, and essential new language, so that you can ‘hit the ground running’ from the first day of your placement.
Qualified, native-speaker teachers P lacements can be in Hotels, Holiday Parks, Inns, Resorts, Spas, Restaurants with accommodation, and general Food & Beverage Services Establishments may be small 2-person operations right up to the major Hotel Chains, including 5* Accommodation will be provided whilst on placement, at fee of £25 to £100 per week.
+ Boost career prospects, gain employment references, and improve your CV
Meal arrangements are variable. Locations are in England, Scotland and Wales, often in rustic rural regions, giving you the perfect opportunity to enjoy the British countryside in your free time. Or, in cities and towns with fast-food restaurant providers, perfect for students who want to study and work in a busier place
English requirements B1, but if you are not at this level you can undertake an English course at our school in Bournemouth to improve, duration according to your needs, before joining the professional course.
The Course Units include: Understand good customer service and its benefits Know the importance of teamwork Identification of equipment in a hotel dining room/ restaurant Laying restaurant settings for a variety of service styles (a la carte, table d’hote etc.) Understand the sequence and be able to serve in a hotel dining room to a 3 star level Be able to use a variety of polite English language structures to serve customers Using appropriate body language when communicating Understand the different methods of cooking and food preparation used on menus etc. Identify an approach for dealing with customer complaints Be able to open a bottle of wine in front of customers Have an awareness of Health & Safety and fire safety issues and identifying hazards Be aware of the differences in the star ratings used to classify hotels in the UK Be prepared for a job interview
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PRE-UNIVERSITY COURSES
IELTS Preparation
Most British universities generally require a minimum of IELTS level 6.0 as evidence of language ability.
The IELTS Exam Assesses all of your English skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking – and is designed to reflect real life use of English – at study, at work, and at play. Has an excellent international reputation, and is accepted by over 9,000 organisations worldwide, including schools, universities, employers, immigration authorities and professional bodies. Is the most widely accepted English language test that uses a one-on-one speaking test to assess your English communication skills. This means that you are assessed by having a real-life conversation with a real person. This is the most effective and natural way of testing your English conversation skills. Primarily it is designed to assess the language ability of students who need to study or work in English
The Course Prepares you for taking IELTS by teaching strategies necessary for the exam Ensures students are familiar with the structure of the test and what tasks they may be expected to complete
FACTS 20 lessons (15 hours) per week Duration: as required Minimum level required: B1-C2 (Intermediate to Advanced) Max. 15 students per class Mixed nationality classes Qualified, native-speaker teachers Placement test on arrival Course materials provided C onstant monitoring and regular progress tests Homework and directed study assignments
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAMME? + + + +
You will be prepared for the IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) test IELTS is the world’s most popular high stakes English-language test for study, work and migration and recognised by Britain, Australia, New Zealand and Canada as an accepted test of language ability for university entrance The course helps students to prepare for the IELTS exam by developing their language skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking) with special focus on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation Students acquire a variety of language learning strategies and learn how to cope with exam tasks
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PRE-UNIVERSITY COURSES
International University Foundation Programme
What will I achieve? Guaranteed entry to university in the UK, subject to passing the programme, or access to a degree place in the USA or Canada.
The Course Language support: All students will complete a course in English for Academic P urposes and take further IELTS tests. The required level that needs to be achieved will depend on your initial level of English, and the level required for your chosen degree programme. Advanced English speakers will be assigned higher level report and research exercises to develop more advanced skills. Preparation for University: The Research and Study Skills component is an essential preparation for university, and will help you collaborate in groups, present ideas, manage your time, conduct research, make lecture notes, organise the content of essays and understand how to evaluate your own work. UCAS (the UK central university undergraduate application system) applications: Students are free to make a UCAS choice if they prefer, as well as to TRC endorsing universities. We will assist students with application to all degree courses and universities as required worldwide. Assessment and support: Progress is monitored by continuous assessment of coursework and by class tests. The final grade for each unit is based on a combination of coursework and end-of-course examinations. Successful students will achieve grades A=71+%; B=61-70%; C=56-60%; D=51-55%; E=41-50%; U=0-40% for each of the units.
Academic subject routes
FACTS
Science and Engineering
Business Management and Law
Social + Behavioural Sciences
Chemistry
Business Studies
Sociology
Further Mathematics
Accounting
Psychology
Physics or Biology
Economics or Law
Politics or Biology
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAMME?
Duration: each term 10 weeks Class hours: 35 hours per week average (20 hours tuition per week plus 15 hours guided self study) Maximum 15 students per class Teaching and learning styles: Throughout the programme the academic subject modules will be taught using seminars, tutorials and other methods that mirror the style of teaching that you will encounter in university courses C onstant monitoring and regular progress tests
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+ Our International University Foundation Programme, in partnership with TRC Colleges, will enable you to study three academic subject routes in addition to improving your English for Academic Purposes and IELTS, Research and Study Skills and Core Maths + This curriculum will prepare you to access a broad range of undergraduate degree programmes at universities in the UK, USA and Canada + Whether you want to be an accountant, engineer, lawyer, business person, scientist, pharmacist, doctor or dentist, we will match you with the appropriate academic subjects that you need to progress to study your chosen degree.
PRE-UNIVERSITY COURSES
Programme length and English Language entry requirements NUMBER OF TERMS
APPROXIMATE PROGRAMME LENGTH IN MONTHS
4 12 3 9 2 6
Extended Standard Intensive (exceptional entry)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS IELTS 4.0+ or equivalent IELTS 4.5+ or equivalent IELTS 5.5+ or equivalent
Academic entry requirements: Completion of 12/13 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with Pass Grades.
Our partner universities: The following universities endorse the TRC University Foundation Programme taught at Europa School of English.
UK Universities Bangor University: Founded in 1884, Bangor University has a long tradition of excellence and exceeds expectations, both for academic standards and student experience. Birmingham City University: The West Midlands’ largest provider of higher education for undergraduate study. De Montfort University: A public research and teaching university in Leicester Leeds Trinity University: Has a strong Catholic foundation. The chapel has always been a ‘hub’ of the campus. Northumbria University: Education for healthcare professionals Regent’s University London: An international focus with an emphasis on languages and student exchange. Teesside University: A dynamic and energetic university experience University of Chester: A world leading research university. University of Greenwich: A strong research university with well-established links to the scientific community University of York: Along with the LSE, York is the only university in the UK to displace the University of Oxford to second place in the league tables, second only to the University of Cambridge.
World Universities Abilene Christian University, Texas – A university for the education of Christ-centred, global leaders. Centennial College: The most culturally diverse post-secondary institution in Canada. Husson University: Located in Bangor, Maine, USA and is a short drive from the Maine coasts, forests and mountains. National American University: ‘Mavericks – A Tradition in Being Different’. 36 campus locations. Pittsburgh Technical Institute: Pennsylvania, USA offering associate degrees. Private institution. Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU): A state university in the U.S. state of Michigan. Saint Peter’s University: A Jesuit institution of higher education just minutes from New York City, Tennessee Technological University: An accredited public university located in Cookeville, Tennessee, US, a city 70 miles east of Nashville Texas Wesleyan University: ‘Empowering you to succeed’ Wright State University: Has a wide range of honours programmes. In Ohio, USA. University College of the Caribbean: Preparing students for an increasingly complex and diverse society. Based in Kingston, Jamaica
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PRE-UNIVERSITY COURSES
Pre-Med Foundation Programme FACTS Duration: each term 10 weeks Class hours: 35 hours per week average (20 hours tuition per week plus 15 hours guided self study).
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAMME? + Our programme, in partnership with TRC Colleges, will enable you to study a Medicine, Dentistry or Pharmacy degree at a much lower cost than in your home country
Maximum 15 students per class
+ Students will study theoretical Biology, Physics and Chemistry alongside a 足foundation core.
Teaching and learning styles: Throughout the Pre-Med Foundation Programme, all the academic subject modules will be taught using seminars, tutorials and other methods that mirror the style of teaching that you will encounter at university
+ Kursk State Medical University Faculty of International Students has trained more than 1,000 Doctors of Medicine, Dentists and Pharmacists since 1991, who are now working in clinics around the world, having gone on to pass the national professional examination to practice, as is the norm, in the country of their choice, e.g. the USA, Canada, UK, Germany, UAE.
C onstant monitoring and regular progress tests Academic and English entry requirements: as the International University Foundation Programme
+ Azerbaijan State Medical University has prepared more than 63,000 fully qualified doctors and pharmacists, and over 7,000 students from 21 countries are currently studying at the 7 faculties including General Medicine, Paediatrics, Dentistry and Pharmacological.
What will I achieve? Guaranteed entry to Medical School in Russia or Azerbaijan, subject to passing the 足programme. The degrees in both institutions are taught in English.
The Course Language support: All students will complete a course in English for Academic Purposes and take further IELTS tests, if required. The required level that needs to be achieved is IELTS 5.5, or equivalent. Advanced English speakers will be assigned higher level report and research exercises to develop more advanced skills. Preparation for University: The Research and Study Skills component is an essential preparation for university, and will help you collaborate in groups, present ideas, manage your time, conduct research, make lecture notes, organise the content of essays and understand how to evaluate your own work. Assessment and support: Progress is monitored by continuous assessment of subject coursework and by class tests. The final grade for each unit is based on a combination of coursework and end-of-course examinations. Successful students will achieve grades A=71+%; B=61-70%; C=56-60%; D=51-55%; E=41-50%; U=0-40% for each of the units. Russian Language module: This will enable elementary level conversation skills, including greetings and introductions, talking about oneself and getting to know each other, making enquiries, asking for directions, using public transport, shopping, etc. and will be a starting point for language studies which will be further developed once you are accepted onto a Medical programme.
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PRE-UNIVERSITY COURSES
Pre-sessional English What will I achieve? Your IELTS score will improve enabling you to access better university placements and you will have more choice of degree course as you will have explored the UK Education system in-country
The Course Expands your understanding of what is required on your future degree course Provides academic language skills Teaches effective strategies for reading academic books, journal articles and case studies, and for carrying out your own research Enhances your essay and report writing skills Improves listening and note-taking skills, necessary to benefit from university lectures Increases your ability and confidence to participate in group discussions and seminars on academic topics Boosts your presentation skills, including your pronunciation and intonation Prepares you for taking the IELTS examination by teaching strategies necessary for the exam Ensures students are familiar with the structure of the IELTS test and what tasks they may be expected to complete
FACTS uration: each term 10 weeks with D 30 lessons (22.5 hours) per week Minimum level required: A2 (Pre-intermediate) Max. 15 students per class Mixed nationality classes Qualified, native-speaker teachers Course books provided C onstant monitoring and regular progress tests Homework and directed study assignments
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAMME? + You have the academic levels already to be accepted into a UK university but you need to improve your Academic English and IELTS and be supported with university application + Although you have studied at High School or university level overseas you need to improve your Study Skills to adjust to education culture in the UK, which may be more self-directed than you are used to, so that you are more likely succeed in your degree + You need to be supported to find a suitable supervisor at an appropriate university, for your area of specific interest, and draft a PhD research proposal to gain entry
IELTS Exam at the end of the course
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Accommodation - British style You have the option to choose between four types of accommodation Homestay Do you want to get to know English culture and experience the day-to-day routine of a British family? Then staying in homestay is the perfect option for you! You may stay in a single or twin room with one of our friendly homestay families, most of whom have been welcoming students for many years. Some live close to the school while others are a short walk or a bus-ride away. You‘ll get half-board accommodation with breakfast and dinner. At the weekend, you will also be provided with a (packed) lunch in your private home. We invite you to have lunch in our comfortable bistro from Monday to Friday. Home stay is available all year round.
Self-catering hotel accommodation can accommodate up to 32 students. This option consists of single rooms which all have en-suite bath/shower room facilities, television and internet connections. There is a shared fully equipped kitchen and a large lounge plus an ironing room with iron and ironing board. We would love to welcome you for our delicious lunch in our comfortable bistro. The hotel is 30Â minute walk from the school.
HOMESTAY
Get to know English family life
HOTEL
Comfortable stay and close to the beach
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Hotel
Residence
You have the option to stay in a hotel, which is situated close to our school (approximately 10 minutes’ walk) and the town centre. The beach is very close to the hotel. Each bedroom has a private shower, toilet and washbasin. Breakfast is included in the price. We would love to welcome you for our delicious lunch in our comfortable bistro. The reservation prices for the hotel can vary from day to day. Please ask for a quote.
If you prefer to be around people of your own age, you can also stay in a single en-suite bedroom in a student residence with self-catering in the centre of Bournemouth. Live and socialise with students from many different countries. Purbeck House offers self-contained flats of 5-6 single-study bedrooms. Each bedroom has a private shower, toilet and washbasin and there is a common room, including a kitchen, in each flat. You are offered breakfast, lunch and dinner in our comfortable bistro. This accommodation is available during summer.
PURBECK HOUSE
is our central located residence
BISTRO
Delicious hot meals available in our school
RESIDENCE
Room in Purbeck House
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Bournemouth – the place to be! This vibrant, young and cosmopolitan town, with a population of around 163,000 people, is famous for miles of sandy beaches and the pleasantly mild climate. The countryside is characterised by beautiful coastal walks as well as the picturesque New Forest. The town itself has award-winning gardens that are superb all year round and it is the location for lots of events during the year. Only 2 hours away from London, you are close to Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. Coaches and trains run several times every hour to and from London.
For sport lovers, Bournemouth is just the right place. There are plenty of places where you can enjoy different sports, such as the beach, where you can practice windsurfing, kite surfing or beach volleyball. Several golf courses are in the area and you can go horse riding, kayaking or canoeing in the New Forest. Many students love to go out and enjoy the great nightlife. For those who love to go shopping there is a diverse choice of shops.
FOR SHOPAHOLICS
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FOR SPORTIES
ACTIVITIES
Get to know Bournemouth Our activity organiser shows you around the town
Bournemouth Walking Tour The best way to check out our fantastic town on your first day
Cream Tea at Europa School What would England be without its tea time?
Find new friends Join our activities and meet other students - improve your English outside the classroom
FOR PARTY PEOPLE
Beach time Our school is 10 minutes’ from the beautiful beach. We love to go there with our students to do sports or just relax
What about a Road Trip? Go on a trip with one of our partners and discover the UK at the weekends
FOR EXPLORERS
FOR CULTURE LOVERS
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