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1 English UK North is a consortium of accredited Language Schools, Colleges and Universities offering a full range of English Language Courses in the North of England.

2 What is English UK North? EDINBURGH Newcastle Why should I learn English in the North of England? Durham The North of England The cost of living is lower The people are very friendly and helpful Leeds Bradford Doncaster Manchester Liverpool The region is very accessible by all forms of transport, so getting here from anywhere in the world is easy There is excellent residential and homestay accommodation English UK North is a consortium of English language course providers, all based in the North of England. The group was formerly known as English in the North and was established in All English UK North members are: accredited by the British Council through the Accreditation UK scheme members of the national association English UK Elterwater, Lake District Good transportation links make the North of England an excellent base for exploring the rest of the UK There are no concentrations of international students as there are in other parts of the UK this means that the student experience is more English and the standard of accommodation is higher The North of England has a varied landscape with towns and cities offering very different study environments; one of which will be ideal for you English UK North members offer a full range of courses there is something for everyone! CARDIFF LONDON

3 Millennium Bridge, Gateshead The North of England the perfect study location The North of England is one of the most varied regions in the UK. There is a wild and natural coastline with some areas developed as popular tourist resorts. The countryside is beautiful and the region contains many of Britain s National Parks including the famous Lake District. Most English UK North members are in the region s towns and cities but a few have a coastal or countryside location. There are small historic towns and cities and large, dynamic metropolitan centres that are enjoying a new prosperity. Studying in the North of England is an excellent base for visits to Scotland, Ireland and Wales as well as to London and the south. There are also many cheap flights from local airports to Europe. The cultural life in the North is rich and very varied. There is top-class entertainment of all types. Art, inspiring architecture, cutting edge fashion and design are well-represented in the region. The North of England is also the home of many famous sports teams. There are many excellent tourist attractions and students of all ages will always find something special to do and to see in the region. Everyday life is exciting with superb shopping, traditional pubs and trendy clubs, coffee bars, wine bars and international restaurants of all types. People from the North of England are very friendly. A warm and genuine welcome awaits students who come to our region.

4 Where can I study? Dock, Liverpool Our members are accredited English language schools, colleges and universities offering a full range of English language courses. The language schools are well distributed throughout the region in the most attractive locations. There are no major concentrations of schools as occurs in some other parts of the UK. The schools, which are often small and ownermanaged, offer a surprising variety of courses. They also offer social programmes which introduce students to the region. They provide a very flexible, personal service of high quality. Our colleges are often large institutions, specialising in vocational education for British students. They have well-established English language departments offering courses to both European and international students and to UK residents who are not native speakers of English. In addition they offer opportunities for cultural, social and sporting activities. Colleges offer access to other job-related courses in, for example, Business, Technology, Travel and Tourism, Art and Design, all with English language support. Our university members are in the largest and most progressive cities in the North of England. They include some old, established universities with a long tradition of learning as well as some newer, expanding universities offering an increasing variety of non-traditional courses. Their English language courses are usually centred around English for academic and professional purposes and are good preparation for undergraduate and postgraduate study in the UK. Lake District Chester Newcastle The North of England Bradford Halifax Liverpool Manchester Harrogate York Leeds Sheffield Scarborough

5 How do I apply? If you would like to study English in the North of England: Look at our website Use the course search facility Find centres that offer the type of course you are looking for Follow the link to that centre s website for more details Apply directly to your chosen centre Enjoy your stay in the North of England! English UK North c/o English in Chester 9-11 Stanley Place Chester CH1 2LU Tel: +44(0) Fax: +44(0) info@englishuknorth.com