Kings Summer Oxford Intensive Academic flyer 2015

Intensive Academic English Take your place within centuries of academic tradition at Christ Church, Oxford

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Welcome to Christ Church, Oxford I have been involved with English language teaching for quite a while.

The one thing I have noticed over the last few years is that the need to speak English is becoming more and more important not only for those working in the language but also for those studying in it.

English has become like maths or computer literacy, an indispensable 21st century skill. Those who have a sufficient level by the time they graduate from High School also give themselves the opportunity to study for all or part of their degree in English.

The course we are running at Christ Church is designed to help these ambitious learners who wish to go on and study in English, whether it is in an English-speaking country or on an English-medium course somewhere else in the world. To succeed in these studies, in whatever subject, they will need to be able to communicate in English at a very high level. The aim of our course is to increase their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills for this particular purpose.

We will concentrate on the English needed for attending seminars and lectures, collaborating with lecturers and peers, planning and writing essays and generally adapting to the academic world.

The course is small, allowing us to have close contact with each participant and to offer them a personalised pathway to improve the areas where they have the most pressing needs. Our experienced academic tutors will ensure that the course delivers the best possible results. In the beautiful surroundings of Christ Church they could not have a better chance to prepare for the academic world.

Robert McLarty, Course Director

Intensive Academic English This prestigious course is designed to prepare students for the Englishspeaking academic world. It is aimed at learners who are considering a degree course in an English-speaking university. The course comprises 22.5 hours of group tuition in English for Academic Purposes, and 4.5 hours of lectures per week on topics such as economics, music, art, literature and global issues. It includes academic writing, reading, listening and speaking, and study skills including critical thinking.

Key information Course length: 2 weeks Start: 5 July 2015 Sunday arrival, Saturday departure Course ends: 18 July 2015 Lessons: 27 hours per week Age range: 16 – 19 Maximum class size: 15 for lessons, lectures may have larger groups.

Minimum entry level: Academic: Completed 10 years of schooling with proof of good grades.

English: Intermediate Included in the price of the course 27 hours of lessons per week On-campus residential accommodation at Christ Church 3 evening activities per week Two half-day excursions at the weekend Placement test and regular progress tests Welcome party and orientation End-of-course certificate

Core skills development 1. Academic English This course addresses the needs of learners who wish to study at university level in English. All four skills are covered in an academic context so participants will learn how to write essays, improve their academic reading strategies, participate in discussions and attend lectures.

2. Study skills Participants will be encouraged to study independently and will be trained in a wide range of skills they need to become more autonomous learners including note-taking, research techniques and vocabulary development.

3. IELTS preparation With IELTS becoming a key entrance exam to English-speaking universities, a part of each day will be dedicated to IELTS preparation across all four skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

4. Critical thinking Whilst studying texts, attending lectures or taking part in seminars, participants will be trained to analyse and evaluate content in order to make judgements, a key skill in the academic world. They will learn to consider different opinions and stances and come to their own opinion which they will then be able to articulate in both oral and written forms.

The course tutors are all experts in English for Academic Purposes and will provide an individual learning programme for each participant on the course as well as follow-up recommendations.

For more information, or to book, visit kingssummer.com

Sample timetable 9.00 – 10.30

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Sunday

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Hidden Oxford tour

Blenheim Palace,

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11.00 – 12.30

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15.15 – 15.30 15.30 – 16.30

Break Lecture (e.g. Literature)

Lecture (e.g. Music)

Lecture (e.g. Economics) Lecture (e.g. Art)

Oxford Project

Dinner

18.00 – 19.00 Evening

picnic

Lunch

12.30 – 13.45 13.45 – 15.15

Cotswolds and

Break

10.30 – 11.00

Welcome party

Music evening

Games night

Scottish dancing

Quiz night

Free time

Free time

Accommodation On-campus residential accommodation Students stay in on-campus residential accommodation at Christ Church in the heart of Oxford. Rooms are single, with en suite bathrooms.

Meal plan Half-board, with breakfast and dinner at Christ Church.

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Christ Church today is a busy academic community with about 450 undergraduates and 150 graduate students. It enjoys a great location in the heart of Oxford, close to the city’s main attractions and shopping area, and across the road from the beautiful Christ Church meadow.

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Christ Church is one of the University of Oxford’s most famous and prestigious colleges. Founded in 1524, Christ Church has a fascinating history. Many distinguished people have studied here including 13 British Prime Ministers, famous writers including W.H. Auden and Lewis Carroll, and world-renowned scientists including Albert Einstein.