English language courses in London 2016 / 17

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1 English language courses in London 2016 / 17 lesoco.ac.uk international@lesoco.ac.uk

2 The enrolment process was very easy and the staff very helpful. 2 lesoco.ac.uk Phone:

3 Lewisham Southwark College OUR COLLEGE Located in the heart of London, one of the world s most dynamic and exciting cities, Lewisham Southwark College is a fantastic place to study English. Career Preparation Studying English language at Lewisham Southwark College will help you to take your next step, whether that s further study or employment in your chosen career. The College is an examination centre for IELTS and Cambridge English qualifications, which are well known and highly valued by universities and employers around the world. We have many years of success in preparing students for these examinations. Modern facilities Our brand new Southwark campus has an inspiring, interactive learning environment that combines outstanding teaching with excellent facilities and great student support. Our high-tech specialist facilities, classrooms and open learning zones are fully installed with the latest technologies. Individual Support As a further education college, we help students find the career path that is right for them. Our expert counsellors provide a wide range of support and advice about progression to university and jobs a service which is highly rated by our students. The college has links with universities across the south east including Canterbury Christchurch, University of the Arts London, University of Greenwich and University of East London and many students progress to degree programmes at respected institutions. Exciting location The College s Southwark Campus is close to London s vibrant South Bank creative arts district, with renowned theatres the Old Vic, the Young Vic, the Globe, and the National Theatre just a short walk away. Iconic London landmarks Big Ben, the London Eye and the Shard provide an inspiring backdrop to your studies. I liked the other classmates. They were all really willing to learn and sociable. Overall I had fun and made new friends. international@lesoco.ac.uk lesoco.ac.uk 3

4 Lewisham Southwark College OUR COURSES ENGLISH LANGUAGE FULL-TIME COURSES These courses are for non-native English speakers (EU and worldwide) who want to improve their English language skills at B1 level and above. The course has been designed to focus on improving speaking skills, as well as reading, writing, listening and grammar. In addition, there is a special focus on examination preparation and practice. Our teachers are very experienced. They use dynamic and interactive techniques to create a stimulating course which gives you plenty of opportunity to practise and ensures you make great progress. Lessons include group, pair and individual work as well as computer-based activities. There is a dedicated online learning site for each course. Class size You will learn in small groups with other highly motivated students. At the College, our maximum class size is 20, but the average number of students is 12 and some classes are smaller. For those preparing for the IELTS test, we also offer short, sharply focused IELTS Reading Test Skills and IELTS Writing Test Skills sessions. Number of hours per week Full-time English courses have 15 hours of classroom study per week. There is also a wellequipped Learning Centre and open learning zones for homework and independent learning. These courses are for students aged 18 and over, or year olds staying with their family in the UK. SAMPLE TIMETABLE TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9:30 13:00 Speaking & Pronunciation Grammar & Skills Exam Preparation & Practice Grammar & Skills Exam Preparation & Practice ENGLISH LANGUAGE PART TIME COURSES Daytime part-time You can take part-time courses to focus on the area that you need. We offer three modules. They can be taken separately or combined. Speaking and Pronunciation (three hours per week) Grammar and Skills (three hours per week) IELTS or Cambridge Examination Preparation and Practice (six hours per week) Evening part-time We offer a range of evening courses for students who are in the UK and want to combine work and study. These courses are: IELTS and Cambridge English Examination Preparation Academic Writing Workshop IELTS Speaking Test Practice We also offer one-to-one tuition, which can be arranged at a time to suit you. 4 lesoco.ac.uk international@lesoco.ac.uk

5 Lewisham Southwark College TERM DATES AND START DATES AUTUMN TERM: Monday 12 September - Friday 16 December 2016 Half term: Monday 24 October - Friday 28 October 2016 Christmas holiday: Monday 19 December - Monday 2 January 2017 SPRING TERM: Tuesday 10 January - Friday 10 February 2017 Half term: Monday 13 February - Friday 17 February 2017 Easter holiday: Thursday 13 April - Monday 24 April 2017 You can start any Monday, and the minimum period is for two weeks. SUMMER TERM: Tuesday 18 April - Friday 1 July 2017 Half term: Monday 5 June - Friday 9 June 207 Summer School Programme: Monday 3rd July 2017 Friday 25th August 2017 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Prior to enrolling, you will need to complete an assessment of your English language skills so that we can check your current level of English and ensure you join a class that is right for you. This can be completed online for overseas students. Student Support The College has a team of friendly, experienced staff on hand to give you advice about courses and careers, as well as any issues you might need help with while settling into student life in London. international@lesoco.ac.uk lesoco.ac.uk 5

6 Lewisham Southwark College ENRICHING YOUR EXPERIENCE Our Southwark campus is located in the heart of London Right in the city next to a wide range of cultural locations, this part of London is sure to inspire you! Eating and drinking The college is surrounded by a wealth of places to eat and drink for all budgets. There are pavement cafés, street food stalls from all over the world, and a wide range of restaurants. They offer everything from curry to tapas, English pub grub to Thai food and plenty of small supermarkets, all on our doorstep. So you ll never be hungry and you ll always have somewhere to eat and meet your friends. Cultural hub We are located on The Cut which has the renowned Old Vic and modern Young Vic theatres, and it s only a few minutes walk to the famous Shakespeare s Globe. We re also a short walk from the Southbank Centre which offers an amazing range of music, dance, drama and arts events throughout the year. The London Eye and IMAX cinema are a short walk away. Key landmarks London s most famous views are all around you at the College. Look out of the windows and you ll catch glimpses of Big Ben, the London Eye, St Paul s Cathedral and the Shard to name just a few! We re also just minutes away from the River Thames. 6 lesoco.ac.uk international@lesoco.ac.uk

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8 Lewisham Southwark College PRACTICALITIES Getting around is easy Our campus is just a few minutes walk from Waterloo rail and underground (tube) stations and opposite Southwark tube station. Numerous bus routes pass close to the campus, making it easy travel all around the city. Accommodation The place where you stay is important. You might like to stay in a hall of residence, in a house-share with other students or in a homestay; it may be somewhere modern or more traditional. Although we don t offer halls of residence or properties of our own, we can refer you to accommodation providers who have lots of options nearby, and who are experienced in meeting the requirements of international students and whose services meet the standard for British Council registration. If you re travelling to the UK for the purposes of study from outside of the EEA (European Economic area which includes the European Union plus Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland, you will need to obtain the appropriate visa to meet the immigration requirements of the United Kingdom. We are a licensed sponsor under the Tier 4 pointbased system. Most non EEA sudents will need a Short Term Study visa, which enables you to come to the UK for a short period of study (up to 11 months on an English language course). This visa does not allow you to work, take a work placement, bring dependants, extend your stay or join other courses at the end of your stay. For more detailed information on visas, please visit lesoco.co.uk/international. We also recommend that you consult the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) website for further information. 8 lesoco.ac.uk international@lesoco.ac.uk

9 BLACKFRIARS ROAD Lewisham Southwark College ST PAUL S FLEET STREET LUDGATE HILL ST PAUL S CHURCHYARD ST PAUL S CATHEDRAL COVENT GARDEN TRAFALGAR SQUARE THE STRAND RIVER THAMES BLACKFRIARS BRIDGE LONDON BRIDGE GOLDEN JUBILEE BRIDGES WATERLOO BRIDGE SOUTHWARK STREET LONDON BRIDGE WATERLOO EAST SOUTHWARK YOUNG VIC THE CUT THE SHARD SOUTHWARK CAMPUS LONDON EYE WATERLOO OLD VIC WESTMINSTER BRIDGE WATERLOO ROAD BIG BEN WEBBER STREET international@lesoco.ac.uk lesoco.ac.uk 9

10 I have a clear idea about the structure of each part of the exam and what I have to improve. The teacher is very good and professional.

11 Lewisham Southwark College FEES Weeks Hours per week Start date End date Fee TERMLY COURSES JANUARY START English Language Full Time Programme /01/ /03/2017 1,265 English Language Grammar & Skills /01/ /03/ English Language Speaking & Pronunciation /01/ /03/ Examination Preparation & Practice /01/ /03/ APRIL START English Language Full Time Programme /04/ /07/2017 1,155 English Language Grammar & Skills /04/ /07/ English Language Speaking & Pronunciation /04/ /07/ Examination Preparation & Practice /04/ /07/ Weeks Hours per week Start date End date Fee SHORTER COURSES ENGLISH LANGUAGE FULL TIME PROGRAMME 2 15 Monday flexible Monday flexible Monday flexible Monday flexible Monday flexible Monday flexible 1, Monday flexible 1,325 SUMMER COURSES EFL SUMMER PROGRAMME 2 15 Flexible: Mondays 03/07 to 14/ ,165 IELTS SUMMER INTENSIVE PROGRAMME 2 15 Choice of start dates: /07, 17/07, 31/07, 14/ ,165 Please contact us for information about Early Bird Registration discount and Multiple Registration discounts. Course fees Course fees include all tuition and full use of the Learning Resource Centres. Usually you will need to buy a course book, costing approximately 25. Exam fees, IELTS ( 160) and Cambridge ( 135) are not included. Some optional leisure activities require payment for admission. This is not usually more than 20 per activity. Accommodation, transport and meals are not covered. HOW TO APPLY Go to our website lesoco.ac.uk/international Visit our campus and pick up an application form CONTACT US international@lesoco.ac.uk international@lesoco.ac.uk lesoco.ac.uk 11

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