Language studies abroad in Oxford, England - Kings language school

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School

The Kings school in Oxford (St Michael’s Campus) occupies two buildings in the town centre, located 7 minutes’ walk away from each other. Close to the attractions and amenities of this exceptional town, the main school building was entirely renovated in 2011 and offers first-class facilities: in its 10 classrooms, interactive whiteboards allow for optimum teaching and the computer room is ideal for self-study. Wi-Fi access is available throughout the building. There is also a large reception area and a comfortable student lounge.

The other building, the Kings Alfred Street, is located in close proximity to the main one. This part of the school was renovated in 2011 too and opened in October 2011. It includes 8 classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards as well as Wi-Fi Internet access.

During high season, some lessons might take place in the Kings St Josephs Cowley centre, twenty minutes by bus away from the city centre.

Courses

Diploma of English

The special programmes developed by King’s Colleges that allow students to obtain a diploma of English constitute a real asset. In addition to validating your competences by taking one of the main official exams (Cambridge FCE, CAE or TOEFL), you will achieve great fluency in oral English, increase your skills in a specific area and live a year rich in beneficial experiences. Besides, The Diploma of English programmes offer excellent value for money.
The English courses are intensive. You will receive 34 lessons a week. Thematic options will complete this weekly schedule. The programme may extend over 24 weeks (academic semester) or 34 weeks (academic year).

Courses

Intensive course
Lessons: 34 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 8 options + 6 "self-study")
Course duration: 24 or 34 weeks
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00 (Mon-Thu)

*Options (level required: Intermediate B1): Business English, preparation IELTS, conversation, communication techniques, academic study methods, etc.

English + Art & Design
Lessons: 34 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 8 "Art & Design"+ 6 "self-study")
Course duration: 4 - 48 weeks
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00 (Mon-Thu)

This programme combines 20 weekly lessons of general English with 8 weekly lessons with an art teacher. The art lessons take place in the King’s Art Studio. You will learn drawing, painting and modelling techniques and develop your own portfolio. Besides, 6 hours a week will be dedicated to carrying out an individual project.

Intensive course Diploma of English
Lessons: 34 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 8 options* + 6 "self-study")
Course duration: 25 week(s)
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00 (Mon - Thu)

Intensive course Diploma of English
Lessons: 34 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 8 options* + 6 "self-study")
Course duration: 27 week(s)
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00 (Mon - Thu)

Intensive course Diploma of English
Lessons: 34 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 8 options* + 6 "self-study")
Course duration: 36 week(s)
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00 (Mon - Thu)

Intensive course Diploma of English
Lessons: 34 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 8 options* + 6 "self-study")
Course duration: 37 week(s)
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00 (Mon - Thu)

Intensive course Diploma of English
Lessons: 34 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 8 options* + 6 "self-study")
Course duration: 38 week(s)
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00 (Mon - Thu)

English + Art and Design
Lessons: 34 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 8 "Art & Design" + 6 "self-study")
Course duration: 4 - 48 week(s)
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00 (Mon - Thu)

Accommodation

Host family
Our partner school proposes carefully selected host families who will accommodate you during your stay. You will benefit from a single room and half board. Whilst bedlinen is provided, you must bring your own bath towels. The families generally live at a distance of 10 to 30 minutes by bus away from the school and will give you the opportunity to share the daily life of the inhabitants of this English university city. As a bonus, you will practise English even after your classes!

If you choose the self-catering option, you will be able to use the kitchen in your family in order to cook your meals or to eat out.

Residence "Crescent Halls" (available 17.06 - 18.08.2012)
The residence is amongst the facilities of Oxford Brookes University and is located fifteen minutes by bus away from the school. Comfortable apartments with six single rooms welcome students from across the world. There are two bathrooms and two toilets in each apartment. Breakfast and dinner are served in the cafeteria of the school. Bedlinen is provided and a laundry room (paying) is available.

Student house
Prices and information on request.

Leisure

Studying in Oxford does not exclude sports and cultural activities - on the contrary! For sport, the offer of the school seems unlimited - with a choice of football, table tennis, volleyball, rugby, swimming, cycling, rollerblading, hikes along the Thames, pool, bowling, archery, dog races, bridge, salsa classes, treasure hunt, mini Olympics, England really is the country of sporting feats! The staff of the school also proposes cinema outings, literary walking tours, fashion presentations, karaoke evenings and much more. Most of the activities are free, some are at a small charge. In the company of the other international students, you will also have the opportunity to visit Brighton, Stratford, Warwick Castle, London, Bath, Salisbury, Stonehenge and Windsor.

Information

At a glance

Number of inhabitants	154’000
School size	L
Minimum age	16 years
Accommodation	Host family, residence
Exams	IELTS, FCE, CAE

Location of the language school Kings

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Key points

University city of international renown with a young and dynamic spirit
Kings College, only IELTS centre in Oxford, with 40 years of academic tradition
Excellent accommodation possibilities
Very rich offer of sports and cultural activities

Nationality Mix

Dates and Prices

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Dates and prices in GBP (GBP 1 ≈ EUR 1.3) Not-binding exchange rate

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Sunday following course end

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Intensive course Diploma of English 25 w. :	03.01 .2012
Intensive course Diploma of English 25 w. :	19.03 .2012
Intensive course Diploma of English 27 w. :	10.09 .2012
Intensive course Diploma of English 36 w. :	03.01 .2012
Intensive course Diploma of English 37 w. :	19.03 .2012
Intensive course Diploma of English 38 w. :	10.09 .2012
English + Art and Design :	03.01 / 09.01 / 16.01 / 23.01 / 30.01 / 06.02 / 13.02 / 20.02 / 27.02 / 05.03 / 12.03 / 19.03 / 26.03 / 02.04 / 10.04 / 16.04 / 23.04 / 30.04 / 08.05 / 14.05 / 21.05 / 28.05 / 06.06 / 11.06 / 18.06 / 25.06 / 02.07 / 09.07 / 16.07 / 23.07 / 30.07 / 06.08 / 13.08 / 20.08 / 28.08 / 03.09 / 10.09 / 17.09 / 24.09 / 01.10 / 08.10 / 15.10 / 22.10 / 29.10 / 05.11 / 12.11 / 19.11 / 26.11 / 03.12 / 10.12 .2012
Bank holidays:	02.01 / 06.04 / 09.04 / 07.05 / 04.06 / 05.06 / 27.08 .2012
School holidays:	19.12.2011 - 02.01.2012 21.12.2012 - 07.01.2013

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Details

Included in price

Language course & course material
Host family / single room / half board
School enrolment fee & certificate
Travel documents

A: Host family/single room/half board ;

Intensive course Diploma of English	A
25 week(s)	9027
1 week of holiday: 10.03 - 18.03.2012

Intensive course Diploma of English	A
25 week(s)	9027
1 week of holiday: 09.06 - 17.06.2012

Intensive course Diploma of English	A
27 week(s)	9335
3 weeks of holiday: 15.12.12 - 06.01.13

Intensive course Diploma of English	A
36 week(s)	12477
2 weeks of holiday: 10.03 - 18.03. & 09.06 - 17.06.12

Intensive course Diploma of English	A
37 week(s)	12631
3 weeks of holiday: 09.06 - 17.06 & 25.08-09.09.12

Intensive course Diploma of English	A
38 week(s)	12785
4 weeks of holiday: 15.12.12 - 06.01.13 & 16.03-24.03.13

English + Art and Design	A
12 week(s)	5417
24 week(s)	10433
36 week(s)	15617
Extra week (36+)	432

Options/Extras
One-to-one course (per lesson)	50
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Heathrow)	131
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Gatwick)	170
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Stansted)	170
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Luton)	131