Language studies abroad : Adults : Destinations : English : USA : Miami

Language school Miami
Kaplan Aspect

Our partner school, Kaplan Aspect, is situated in Coral Gables, a beautiful district in Miami city's suburbs, which has no less than 22 parks, 33 tennis courts and 2 golf courses. The language school building is located beside the University of Miami and only a stone's throw away from a magnificent park with a basketball court. In the building of our partner school, you will find 7 spacious and well-equipped classrooms as well as a multimedia and IT centre. During your breaks, you will be able to go to relax in the student lounge or revise what you have learned in class in the study room with also offers Internet access. For your meals, you will be able to take advantage of the cafeteria, which is adjacent to the school building

At a glance

Number of inhabitants
360'000
School size M-L
Levels
Elementary to advanced
Minimum age 16 years
Accommodation Host family, shared apartment
Exams TOEFL

Courses

Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Levels: Elementary to advanced
Students/class: max. 15 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 9:00–12:15 (or 15:00–18:15 in summer)

Semi-intensive course
Lessons: 27 of 45 minutes
(20 group + 7 self-study)
Daily schedule: 9:00–12:15 (or 15:00–18:15 in summer)
Details: cf. standard course

Intensive course
Lessons; 35 of 45 minutes
(20 standard + 8 options + 7 self-study)
Course duration: 2 to 48 weeks
Levels: Elementary to advanced
Details: cf. standard course
Options:
Current Affairs, Writing and Vocabulary, Speaking and Pronunciation, Idioms, Local Culture, Literature, Film Studies...
Daily schedule: 9:00–12:15 (or 15:00–18:15 in summer) + 13:15–14:45

Preparation for TOEFL exams
Lessons: 35 of 45 minutes
(20 exams prep. + 15 self-study)
Course duration: 4 to 16 weeks
Levels: Intermediate to advanced
Daily schedule: 9:00–12:15 (or 15:00–18:15 in summer) + 13:15–14:45
Details: cf. intensive course

Accomodation

Host family
Host families, carefully selected by our partner school, live around 20-60 minutes away from the language school building. Staying in a single room, with half board or no meals provided, you will share the daily life of your host family whilst practising your English in a friendly atmosphere.
Shared apartment (from 18 years)
If you like being independent, our partner school also proposes staying in a shared apartment. Situated around 45 minutes away from the school, you will have your own room with a bathroom (bedlinen and towels are provided). For your meals, you will be able to use the fully-equipped kitchen in the apartment. For your laundry, you will have to pay a small supplement to use the washing machines in the laundry room. Living with other students is an excellent way to practise your English in a relaxed atmosphere!

Leisure

Miami abounds with activities and various attractions. catering for all tastes!  Lounge around on the fine sand beaches, visit the numerous museums and art galleries, take a boat trip to admire the coastline, unless you would prefer to spend  your time window-shopping in the trendiest shopping centres. Our partner school proposes a well-filled activities calendar so that you will be able to practise your English in an interactive way outside of class. You will be able to take part in social, cultural and sports activities according to your preferences, your budget and your free time. Make the most out of your stay on the American Riviera!

WiFi is free.
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For further information concerning the school dates and prices, please contact us on +41 (0) 21 962 88 80 or via email:

Key points of the language school in Miami

• Suberb region which is reputed worldwide for its climate
• Quality school, very well-located close to the University of Miami
• Large choice of course options and activities


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