Arts University Bournemouth Summer School

• Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of study: blended.

Arts University – Bournemouth organizes exciting programs for teenagers from 12 to 17 years old on its campus during the summer months. Over the course of a few weeks in Bournemouth, students will take interactive English lessons, travel to the city's attractions, live in a comfortable residence and have an unforgettable experience alongside their classmates from a variety of nationalities. Under the guidance of qualified teachers, experienced staff, the world of local Bournemouth residents will open up for students from different countries: from the accent in the pronunciation of the English language, everyday words with a special meaning to the dishes of national cuisine, sights, customs.

The summer program at Arts University – Bournemouth will be a great option for those who are considering further education in the UK, and those who would like to have a fun and useful holiday.

Every day of a summer school student is scheduled by the hour: getting up, lessons, activities, excursions, visits to the canteen and going to bed are observed by all students. The well-being, safety, and general well-being of students are monitored around the clock by experienced staff and educators.

The summer school residence is a building with apartments, each of which has eight bedrooms, a shared kitchen and living room, and two bathrooms. There is no cooking in the kitchens (children do not cook for themselves), so it is used for collective gatherings, relaxation and snacks. The windows of the sleeping blocks overlook the lawn in the yard, which is equipped for recreation, walking, and education.

Boys and girls are accommodated separately.

All students are provided with three meals a day: breakfasts, lunches, dinners are provided in the dining room every day, on excursion days, children receive packed lunches. The meal menu combines fresh dishes, hot dishes, salads and many other types of food, including vegetarian cuisine. If the child has special dietary requirements, the staff is ready to provide an alternative menu.

A varied leisure programme is one of the benefits of spending your summer holidays at Arts University in Bournemouth. Children are given the opportunity to participate in events such as:

• Sports activities in the park area,
• Evening discos,
• Movie Night,
• Sports competitions,
• Intellectual games, quizzes.

In addition to having fun on campus, students will be able to see the sights, natural beauty and public places not only near Bournemouth, but also other cities in the UK. Children will be able to spend the whole day in places such as:

• Baht
• Oxford
• Weymouth
• London
• Isle of Wight.

Half-day excursions take place in Salisbury, Bournemouth, Winchester and the South Coast. Students will enjoy a variety of activities: from beach recreation, visiting shops and souvenir shops to tasting national dishes, going to museums and cinemas, walking through nature reserves and historical sites.

• An ideal place for teenagers, combining the contrast of activities and leisure options,
• Interactive English lessons led by experienced native teachers,
• A variety of activities both on and off campus,
• Most of the fees are already included in the cost of the program,
• The program is available to children with any level of language proficiency.

The campus is located in Bournemouth, a 15-minute drive from the beach and many public places: restaurants, shops, walking areas. The equipment of the territory allows students to get not only high-quality knowledge and an unforgettable experience of living in a comfortable residence, but also to have fun in the fresh air, try their hand at several types of art and sports.

Campus infrastructure includes:

• State-of-the-art classrooms with audio, video equipment,
• Lecture Hall,
• Art studios with sets of materials,
• Center for the Performing Arts,
• Dance studio,
• Table tennis in the outdoor area in the courtyard.

The area is located in relative proximity to international airports: Bournemouth - 8 km, Southampton - 53 km, London Heathrow and Gatwick - 146 and 183 km respectively.

Summer programmes in Bournemouth usually take place in July-August (but the dates may change each year). Students can choose the most suitable length of stay for their goals: from 2 to 4 weeks. Booking for one week is only possible on the last start date of the course, which starts every Wednesday.

Many services are already included in the weekly price:

• 15 hours of English lessons,
• All Campus Events,
• Two or three excursions,
• Accommodation in the residence in the format of "full board",
• Welcome Party,
• Proficiency test, regular performance tests,
• Certificate of completion of the course,
• Round-the-clock support of experienced staff,
• WiFi,
• Banking.

In addition, you will have to pay:

• Registration fee,
• Courier service,
• Unaccompanied minors,
• Service fees,
• Transfers to/from the airport,
• Student Insurance,
• Deposit for accommodation in the residence,
• Pocket money to buy souvenirs during excursions.

The enrollment procedure consists of several simple steps:

• Filling out the application form, providing documents,
• Payment of the registration fee,
• Arrival at the campus to take the language placement test, assign to groups and start studying.

Enrollment takes place as soon as free places in the groups are filled, on the basis of a pre-compiled list of incoming applications. Staff advises applying early to make sure you get into the summer program on the required date.

Thanks to the knowledge and skills gained both in academic language lessons and on field trips, campus events, the student gains experience of communicating in English, confidence in its use in everyday life, and a full understanding of studying in the UK.

To enroll in the summer course, foreign candidates must provide personal documents of the child and his/her parents: passports, visas, medical insurance.

The level of English proficiency is not important for admission — the program is suitable for everyone, including beginners.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision