QUALITY LANGUAGE COURSES WORLDWIDE

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1 QUALITY LANGUAGE COURSES WORLDWIDE ADULT COURSES YOUNG LEARNERS GAP YEAR 2016 PROFFESIONALS 50+ AU PAIR GROUPS

2 INDEX STUDY MORE LANGUAGES 3 SML QUALITY 4 WELCOME TO SML WORLD 5 SML COURSES 6 ADULT COURSES (From 16 years) 7 YOUNG LEARNERS (from 7 to 17 years old) 8 GAP YEAR 9 PROFFESIONALS 10 OTHER PROGRAMMES 11 ACCOMMODATION 12 SOCIAL ACTIVITIES 13 LEVELS, PROGRESSION AND OFFICIAL EXAM CERTIFICATES 14 STUDENT TIPS 15 BEST PRICES 16 SML CLUB 17 COMMUNITY 18 CONTACT US 19 2

3 STUDY MORE LANGUAGES SML Education offers tailor-made language education programs in more than 90 cities in 30 countries, including professional programs, academic semesters and years, exam preparation and work & study. Whether you want to learn English or Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese you can book with us knowing you will receive not only the highest standards of customer service, but also a price match guarantee that will leave you more money to spend when you re there! Our advice service is designed to go much further than sending you a free brochure. With our wide-ranging experience arranging language courses abroad, we are fully able to help you with your requirements. Our knowledge of language courses, certificates, and types of courses, as well as the frequent contact we maintain with our partner schools, enable us to find the right programme for everyone. Welcome to SML Education, the best experience of your life starts here. 3

4 SML QUALITY Study More Languages offers a wide variety of Study Abroad Programs, carefully selected to meet all your needs. Our partner schools have been teaching languages for many years and, are specialists in the field of foreign languages and are internationally acknowledged for their high standards. The schools belong to independent federations or professional associations and are all accredited by quality control bodies. FREE AND PERSONALISED ADVICE A language study stay must be well organised and must precisely meet your expectations, your learning objectives and your personal wishes. That s why the advice of SML professionals can be a huge help. Do not hesitate to call us for telephone or to make an appointment to discuss your language project. We will provide you with extra information, answer all of your questions and calculate the price of the options you have chosen. These is absolutely free and imply no obligation on your behalf. QUALITY GUARANTEE Our regular contact with the schools, visits and the feedbacks help us ensure the quality of all SML partners. NATIONALITIES Our schools have students from all over the world. You will have the chance to meet people from a wide range of cultural backgrounds and you will communicate with them in the language you are learning, rather than your own language. OUR PRICES Our language programs prices are the original prices of the schools, meaning exactly the same prices that you would pay if you were to enrol directly at the school. No surcharge or administrative fees are applied. This means that by travelling with SML, you do not pay more than by enrolling directly with the school abroad. Thanks to SML, you save yourself numerous administrative steps and benefit from our quality assistance at all times, before, during and after your stay. Our prices are published in foreign currencies, they will be converted according to the exchange rate of the day the invoice is sent (4 to 5 weeks prior to departure). We also offer you the option to pay in foreign currencies. Enjoy our SML Benefits! PAYING IN A FOREING CURRENCY Unless you request otherwise, we will invoice you in EUROS according to the exchange rate on the day the invoice is issued. If you would rather pay in the local currency of the school where you will study, please let us know at the time of booking. PERSONALISED PRICE OFFERS We send you free, personalised and detailed prices for your language trip. You can think things over at home, whilst having all the necessary elements at hand to make your decision. ACCOMMODATIONS We have something for all preferences and budgets. SML offers a large range of accommodation options, including the best host families, student residences or shared apartments. Depending on your destination, you will have a choice ranging from the comfort of a hotel to the freedom of a studio flat. ORGANSISING YOUR TRIP We work closely with a trusted travel provider that can offer tickets anywhere in the world at competitive prices. Please don t hesitate to ask us for more details. If you mention it on your enrolment form, we will put you in contact with our partner travel agent. OBTAINING A VISA We will guide you during your administrative steps and will provide you will the documents necessary for obtaining your visa. FAMILY/ GROUP SAVINGS SML offers you a special discount for bookings made for families or groups. Contact us for more information. 4

5 WELCOME TO SML WORLD Study More Languages offers you a tailor-made language study trips, adapted to your individual needs. We have a large selection of courses all over the world. Our schools are carefully selected to meet your languages goals. We offer many different language study courses, from those focused on adult students or young learners, to those for business professionals or seniors. I came to England because my English level was not very good. My school teachers recommended that I go to England before starting the high school. One of my teachers recommended SML as a good agency. My parents saw other agencies but decided that SML was the best one because SML I chose SML Education because it gave you a wide variety of choice for places to go. When I first call them, I wasn t sure which town to choose, but they were very helpful and gave me a lot of advice and information both about schools and location. They convinced me to choose San Francisco and as I ve already said, I m so glad I did! I d definitely recommend it! Tuomas Auvinen, 21 years Old - Espoo 5

6 SML COURSES Progress and Learning We offer a wide range of course types to suit all needs. Below is an overview of the most popular varieties to give you an idea of what might be best for you. If you would like to know more or have questions about a specific course and location, get in touch and we would love to help you. This page includes an overview of the most popular varieties to give you an idea of what might be best for you. Study More Languages has selected the most reputable schools and the best destinations to offer you the perfect study-travel experience. If you would like to know more or have questions about a specific course and location, get in touch and we would love to help you. General course (standard or intensive) A course is either standard or intensive depending on the number of lessons each week. A standard course is usually taught in the mornings (sometimes in the afternoons during the high season), while the intensive course has lessons both in the mornings and afternoons. The theory elements of the courses are designed around the language of everyday life. The courses are based on communicative methodology and touch on topics of general interest (history, news, culture, politics, society, etc.) to give students rounded skills Higher Education We offer various higher education programmes allowing you to start or further your studies at university abroad and specialise in a specific professional field. Most courses are held in English and require a good language level. Academic trimester, semester or year The duration of this programme is ideal to achieve ambitious objectives as it gives you the means to improve your command of a foreign language over several months. Academic programmes often include official exam preparation as well as lessons focussing on optional topics. Sliding-scale prices are available for longterm courses, providing an excellent return on investment. Take advantage of our special offers. Courses for Juniors SML offers a large range of quality international programs for children and young learners in superb destinations. For more information, see the young learners section of our website or order a free brochure. Business Course A business course enhances your language skills and your ability to express yourself and communicate in a professional context. Some people choose to combine a business course with a general language course. Courses for Professionals Our courses for professionals are tailor-made to help you boost your progress and achieve specific goals in little time. The programme improves your language skills while providing a stimulating environment for developing soft skills. Our programmes for professionals offer a wide range of specialised courses. These courses base the topics of language study on a specific field (financial, medical, legal, industrial, commercial, telecommunications, etc.) and deal with the specifics of a domain of activity such as technical vocabulary, industry-specific concepts, correspondence, etc. See the professionals section of our website or order a free brochure to find out more. Private Course If you have limited time and a clear objective, a private one-to-one course will ensure rapid language progress in the minimum possible time. The course will be designed around the topics that matter to you and the teacher will adapt to your learning style. It s an intense way to learn and you will see fast results. It is possible to combine group lessons with private tuition. Private lessons may take place at the language school or in full immersion in your teacher s home. Family Programmes We also offer courses for the whole family: a chance for adults and children to enjoy a holiday in language immersion. Each family member follows a language course and activity programme corresponding to his or her individual needs, while accommodation and free time are enjoyed as a family Golden Age Courses If you are over 50, of course you can take part in any of our adult courses, but perhaps you may like something a little more refined and tailored to students of a similar age. Our 50+ programmes offer a balanced mix of travel, learning and pleasure, with programmes targeted at the discovery of the local culture. Classes are given in the morning; the afternoon and evening are dedicated to activities and excursions, in order to explore the attractions of the destination. An unforgettable language learning and social experience! Group Courses Whether for a holiday camp, exam preparation or any other group language study project, we offer complete packages designed according to your objectives and priorities (course content, type of accommodation, activities and excursions, etc.). These packages are great value for money and include free accommodation for accompanying leaders/organisers. Don t hesitate to contact us for a free price quote. 6

7 ADULT COURSES (From 16 Years Old) You ll achieve so much more than language skills from studying in a foreign country. SML have selected the most reputable schools in the world, all of which are required to meet our strict education standards and have achieved official recognition and certification from their relevant countries. Our courses cover a large variety of skill levels; from complete beginners, all the way through to advanced speakers looking to accomplish their official certification. Now is the time to explore the world on your own terms, make new friends and achieve fluency faster than you thought possible! We will help you find the best destination, the perfect course and school and the right accommodation, Visa requirements, travel insurance and transport options. Take advantage of our professional, free service before, during and after your stay. This is more than just learning a language abroad, this can be the best experience of your life! ENGLISH COURSES DESTIONATIONS UK IRELAND MALTA USA CANADA AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND SOUTH AFRICA OTHER LANGUAGE DESTINATIONS CHINA BRAZIL ITALY GERMANY JAPAN PORTUGAL RUSSIA SWITZERLAND SPANISH COURSES DESTIONATIONS SPAIN ARGENTINA BOLIVIA CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA CUBA DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ECUADOR GUATEMALA MEXICO PERU 7

8 YOUNG LEARNERS (From 7 to 17 years old) For teens who want to experience a complete study abroad program outside of the summer months, we offer the Young Learners Courses. These programs take place during certain dates throughout the year and include the complete package of a language course, accommodation and programmed activities. I came to England because my English level was not very good. My school teachers recommended that I go to England before star ting the high school. One of my teachers recommended SML as a good agency. My parents saw other agencies but decided that SML was the best one because SML is a good agency for students under the age of 18. Oona Villanen, 15 years old - Helsinki Study More Languages is happy to offer a wide range of study abroad options for kids and teenagers throughout the year. ENGLISH JUNIOR COURSES UK USA CANADA AUSTRALIA 8 SPANISH JUNIOR COURSES CHINESE JUNIOR COURSES SPAIN CHINA MEXICO HONK KONG COSTA RICA TAIWAN

9 LIFE IN A NEW LANGUAGE GAP YEAR At 5-12 months in length, these great value SML courses allow for real immersion into the culture of your chosen destination. Language courses of 12 weeks and upwards go way beyond language learning, offering you the chance to combine study with real life immersed in another culture. To enhance the experience, and your CV, options include volunteering programmes, internships, official language certificates and access courses for higher education. Tailored to suit you and your personal goals, our long-term SML courses are the perfect way to make the most of your time abroad. UNIVERSITY PREPARATION Our preparation courses equip students with the academic skills, key subject knowledge and English/Spanish language ability to progress to one of our respected partner universities. Students benefit from small class sizes, extra language tuition, one-to-one tutorials and dedicated support. UNIVERSITY PLACEMENT UNITED KINGDOM USA How to make your booking? SAIN 9

10 PROFFESIONALS Learning languages is an essential skill in today s world, but with an increasingly widespread business environment internationally, gaining knowledge of specialized Business English/Spanish is quickly becoming crucial too. Study More Languages offer the perfect programs to improve language skills for application in work oriented environment. Expand your career opportunities and grow your business with a new language. We provide learning solutions for all your language needs. Free and Personalized service. Intensive and Super intensive Language courses. Best Price Guarantee. Executive One-on-One Course. Chamber of Commerce Exams. You will make rapid progress in highly targeted, relevant areas. We can save you time by organizing all aspects of your trip. The Spanish course has been great. I feel more fluent in business spanish, for example writing s and talking on the phone in a more professional way, as well as having a better understanding of formal and informal Spanish. As ever, wouldn t hesitate to use Study More Languages again. Maija Viilo, Marketing & Adver tising, Tampere. 10

11 OTHER PROGRAMMES NEVER STOP LEARNING Study More Languages provides a large selection of language programmes abroad. We offer study trip solutions for individual students or groups. Whether you are interested in Au Pair programmes, language courses for golden citizens, planning a school trip to another country, learning a new language while practicing your favourite sport, language camps for kids and teens, participating in a volunteer or internship programmes in your dream destination, Family trips, we have something truly amazing for you. With courses in more than 30 countries on 5 continents, this can be the best experience of your life. Follow #SMLaupair AU PAIR As an international au pair, you get the unique opportunity to experience a different culture on a daily basis. The bond you form with your host family can last a lifetime, and you ll be able to create many fond memories of your new host country. Legal: Our SML Au Pair programme is regulated by the U.S. Department of State which offers the only legal way for au pairs to travel to the USA. All au pairs enter the USA on J-1 visas. If you would like experience living abroad for a year, Study More Languages Au Pair might be just the right choice for you. Dublin is such a beautiful town! Everything is great. My family and I spent two weeks in Ireland and stayed with a very good apar tment, well located and near to the school. This has been a great oppor tunity to learn English abroad and spend an excellent time all the family together!! Overall, my experience was excelent and I would recommend SML Education. Noora Jalonen, Jyväskylä GOLDEN AGE Are you an older adult or a senior citizen who loves Languages and enjoys traveling? Then our SML Abroad programs for 40 and Over is perfect for you. Our SML Language programs for senior citizens and older adults are designed for those over the age of 50 who want to learn and practice languages in a relaxed environment with other students of a similar age. 11

12 ACCOMMODATION When you take one of our SML Spanish courses, you can choose from a wide variety of carefully selected accommodations in Spain & in Latin America. We understand that each student that studies with us has different preferences and we strive to accommodate the range of interests, preferences and budgets. So whether you're looking for total independence or to share your experience with other students around from around the world, we have just the accommodation for you! To ensure the quality of our accommodations and the comfort of our students, each family, residence, apartment and hotel undergoes a strict approval process as well as ongoing monitoring. Additionally, with our students' happiness and convenience in mind, we strive to always place our students within a short distance of both the school and the city center. HOMESTAY STUDENT RESIDENCE SHARED APARTMENT HOTELS & PRIVATE APARTMENTS Live with a local host carefully chosen by us. Hove breakfast and dinner with your host every day. Practice Spanish daily in informal situations. Immerse yourself in a new culture. Laundry service once a week, bed linen and blankets are included. Private bathroom available upon request. Live with fellow students. Double bedroom or single bedroom. B&B, Half board or full board. Enjoy the social experience and make new friends from all over the world. Wi-Fi, bed linen, towels, cleaning service. Live with fellow students and have more independence. Includes WI-FI, bed linen, towels, welcome amenities, full equipped kitchen and laundry room. Shared bathroom, Shared TV, gas, electricity and water cost, central heating. Single and double rooms. Private bathroom available upon request. Studio (1 bedroom) or apartment (2-3 bedroom). Includes: Private bathroom and fully equipped kitchen. If you prefer to find your own private accommodation, we will be more than happy to suggest and/or book hotels, hostels and apartments for you according to your needs and preferences. Accommodation is a crucial part of any language programme in a foreign country. That s why, when choosing our partner schools, we select organisations that can guarantee the same excellent standards for accommodation as they can for teaching. We will help you to find the type of accommodation that is most suitable for your needs. 12

13 SOCIAL ACTIVITIES It s not all study. Every school runs a social program that makes the most of the city and sights around it. Explore a new country, enjoy trips and activities with friends and practice your English in a relaxed and informal way. We have a 24-hour support number that puts you in touch with a staff member should you need any assistance in the event of an emergency. SPORTS It was run very professionally. The staff had a good hold on the children and their abilities. Enough discipline without sacrificing fun!!! Ville, (Oulu) Spanish & Arsenal Soccer Camp, Valencia CULTURAL ACTIVITIES I enjoyed the walking tour around of London. We saw lots of classical and traditional buildings and visited Borough Market and London Bridge. It s was a very exciting tour Oona (Helsinki) Intensive English, London I love that Chinese and Western culture are mixed. It s a good combination! TRIPS, MEETINGS AND DISCOVERIES Ida, (Espoo) Intensive Chinese, Shanghai The Trips to Niagara Falls and New York were amazing. I also appreciated the local activities such as the CN towel, Ar t Gallery of Ontario and St. Lawrence Market Hannu (Tampere) Club 50+, Toronto Los Angeles is a city where you can do so many things, I liked the trip to Disneyland Noora, (Jyväskylä) Young Learners Camp in Los Angeles 13

14 LEVELS, PROGRESSION AND OFFICIAL EXAM CERTIFICATES As a student of any of our language courses you will want to progress quickly and known you are doing well. It s important to have a clear View of the path you want to take towards your goals. Students on an intensive course typically take 10 weeks to progress from one language level to the next. Regular progress test during the course will allow the teachers to monitor your level of improvement. This chart shows the progress you can make with a Study More Languages programme abroad. On arrival at our partner school you will be given a placement test to place you in the correct class for your level. 0 weeks Elementary (A1) 10 weeks Lower Intermediate (A2) 20 weeks Intermediate (A2-B1) 30 weeks Higher Intermediate (B2) 40 weeks Advanced (C1) 50 weeks Proficiency (C1-C2) You can use and recognise most common words, greetings and simple instructions, but your grammatical knowledge is limited. You are able to write and talk in familiar situations. You have a fair knowledge of grammar, however your vocabulary is limited. You can talk about everyday matters, but with a limited range of style and expression. You read and write fluently about familiar topics. You are competent with grammar and can understand and contribute to most conversations, but may make some mistakes. You communicate confidently and fluent, but may lack specialist vocabulary and some errors with complex language. You are very close native speaker fluency and can handle all complex written and spoken language. English exams - Cambridge First (FCE), Advanced (CAE) and Proficiency (CPE), TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, BULATS Spanish exams DELE French exams - DELF/DALF, TCF German exams TELC, Certificate of German (ZD),telc German Medizin (Medicine)/ Pflege (Healthcare), TestDaF Examination in Business German International (PWD), German as a foreign language in business (WiDaF) Italian exams - CILS Chinese exams - HSK Russian exams - TRKI Portuguese exams CAPLE, CELPE Bras 14

15 STUDENT TIPS If you would like assistance when selecting your language program, or if you would like to obtain a comprehensive quote, don t hesitate to contact us at one of our Study More Languages advisers. For everything from finding a great destination, to matching it up with the school and host family that suits you best, we are highly knowledgeable and more than happy to provide you with reliable assistance based on our own language travel experiences We will provide the best assistance regarding details of your language-study trip: VISAS FLIGHTS INSURANCE LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE TRANSFERS DESTINATIONS TRAVEL DOCUMENTS SPENDING MONEY BANK HOLIDAYS SIZE OF SCHOOLS TRAVELLING NEXT YEAR Study in California has been the best experience for me. It was the first time that I stay a long time in another country. SML helped me during the whole process. I'd definitely recommend it! Päivi Hyvönen, 21 years old - Vantaa 15

16 BEST PRICES ORIGINAL PRICES We strive for transparency and list all prices in local currency, so Euros for Spain or Pounds for United Kingdom, Yen for Japan, Dollar for USA and so on. It is important to convert these prices into Euros so you can get a good overall idea of the budget necessary to realise your language travel project. Study More Languages prices include course costs, accommodation and school administration fees. Possible additional costs such as high season supplements, exam board fees, course materials, accommodation deposits, airport transfers, etc. always appear at the bottom of the price list, under the options, extras section. PERSONALISED PRICE QUOTE We would love to send you a no-obligation quote for your trip. We re here to help with your decision, to guide you through the strengths of each individual school and destination and to deliver you a package that corresponds to your needs, wishes and priorities. Also consult our tips to find low cost language courses abroad. LOWER PRICE GUARANTEE If you find our programmes cheaper with another agency, you will be refunded 100% of the price difference. At Study More Languages, we work exclusively with the original prices of our partner schools. You pay the same price as you would by contacting the school directly. This allows us to guarantee you the most attractive prices on the language travel market! (This excludes additional services such as flights and insurance.) We also have a new section called cheaper than the school, where you can reserve with us special deals cheaper than booking directly with the school. Find out more in our website. 16

17 SML CLUB BECOME A MEMBER OF THE SML CLUB Is travel your passion? If yes, then join with our SML Club to earn prizes and even free Language Courses in your dreamed destinations. Thanks to the SML Club I have collected enough points to travel this summer to Barcelona! Mari Parviainen, 21 years Old - Tampere 17

18 COMMUNITY #SMLmatka see what other SML students are doing and share your own experiences. Study More Languages on Facebook. Join SML on Facebook! You can win prizes by participating in our contests and read testimonials by our students. Come and share your memories, pictures and tips with our current and former students! Study More Languages on Instagram. Follow us on Instagram and #SMLmatka SML on Twitter Follow Study More Languages and be the first to find out about our latest news and events! SML on Pinterest Join us on Pinterest and check out our boards. SML on Youtube Follow Study More Languages in YouTube to see videos of your dream destinations and comment in our videoblog, we answer to all questions by web users. Study More Languages on Google+ Add us to your Google+ circles and find out what is new at SML. 18

19 CONTACT US Our advice service is designed to go much further than sending you a free brochure. With our wide-ranging experience arranging language courses abroad and in our own school, we are fully able to help you with your requirements. Our knowledge of language courses, certificates, and types of courses, as well as the frequent contact we maintain with our partner schools, enable us to find the right programme for everyone. Phone Number: +358 (0) (ENG) (FIN) Direct Line & WhatsApp (08: ): +358 (0) Skype: Study_Info_SML [email protected] 19

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