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Programs and prices, tuition fees in Eastbourne Summer Camp
University Pathway Programme Course
- Age - from 18 years,
- The duration of training is from 4 to 12 weeks.
This course is 4 to 12 weeks long and designed for students wishing to gain key skills for successful learning at university level. The course consists of General English lessons in the morning and English for academic purposes in the afternoon, aimed at developing the basic skills of reading, writing and speaking necessary for studying in the UK and Canada, other English-speaking countries. Afternoon English lessons can also be combined with an IELTS or Cambridge exam preparation course consisting of 20 morning lessons per week.
Upon successful completion of training, many students receive offers from leading universities in the country and the world, enter universities without problems.
General English Group
- Age - from 16 years,
- The duration of training is from one week.
The General English course is suitable for all students with different initial levels of knowledge, starting from A1. It is aimed at improving basic language skills: reading, speaking, writing and listening comprehension, increasing vocabulary.
The weekly schedule includes 20 English lessons, each lasting 50 minutes. Lessons are held in groups of up to 12 people or in an individual format - alone with the teacher. Teachers provide each pupil with a sufficient amount of individual attention, noticing weaknesses in knowledge in time, helping to assimilate educational material and supporting at each academic stage.
Basic Beginner Course
- Age - from 16 years,
- The training period is two, three or four weeks.
A basic English course is ideal for those who are just starting their journey in learning it. It includes the basics of language: basic rules of grammar, reading and writing, pronunciation, listening comprehension and memorization of new words.
Students are given a choice of the format of the program:
- 20 morning lessons,
- 20 morning lessons and five afternoon lessons alone with the teacher.
Individual lessons with a teacher will help the student to better assimilate the educational material and to understand in more detail the problem areas of study.
International Semester Courses
- Age - from 14 years,
- The duration of training is from 24 weeks.
The long semester course is aimed at foreign students who want to gradually learn English and enjoy life among English-speaking residents.
Its duration is 24 weeks. During this time, students will gain solid applied knowledge in the language, increasing their skills in speaking, listening comprehension, and improving vocabulary. The emphasis in the program is on the language basics and everyday life, so it will be easy for students to transfer the knowledge gained outside the classroom.
Classes are held in classes of 9-12 people in the amount of 16-23 hours per week. Students communicate a lot, listen to native English speakers, watch movies and read books, which contributes to the rapid memorization of educational material and its confident use in life.
IELTS Preparation
- Age - from 16 years,
- The duration of training is from four weeks/
The IELTS exam is one of the most important stages in the life of foreign students who want to study and live in English-speaking countries. Preparation for it on the Eastborn campus takes place for four weeks or more. During this time, students will improve their knowledge of general English, will regularly train on the examination structure.
The composition of the program is selected by the student:
- 20 morning IELTS preparation lessons with the option to add eight afternoon lessons in General English,
- English for University Studies.
The course is suitable for students who already have a level not lower than B1.
General English plus English for Business
- Age - from 16 years,
- The training period is from two to 12 weeks.
The school offers a course containing group classes in General English and English for Business, which help students improve their language skills, develop certain business skills: making presentations, writing reports and writing emails, organizing business meetings.
This course combines 20 morning lessons of General English and 8 afternoon lessons of English for Business. Students can take this program as an elective, combining study with another course at the institution, or prepare for the Cambridge Exam (BEC).
English for University Studies
- Age - from 16 years,
- The duration of training is from four to 12 weeks.
This course is perfect for students who want to continue their educational path at one of the universities in the United States or Canada.
Within 4-12 weeks, students will improve their English language skills and acquire a solid foundation of academic knowledge, which will contribute to a successful start in higher education.
The program includes 28 language lessons per week, each of which lasts 50 minutes. Studying in classes of 9-12 people will help students practice their knowledge in communication, support each other and solve problems collectively. Teachers provide each student with individual attention during classes, providing assistance in understanding complex language moments and eliminating mistakes in time.
Cambridge English Preparation
- Age - from 16 years,
- The duration of training is from nine to 13 weeks.
The Cambridge exam preparation program has two formats: intensive and standard. With intensive training, students attend 28 lessons per week, with standard - 20.
Students are also divided into groups according to the level of knowledge: from B1 to C1. This approach will help them prepare for exams more effectively by helping each other.
The program contains a full cycle of the examination structure. Students will be provided with materials for training in vocabulary, listening, speaking, grammar, writing and many other basics of the English language.
Description of Eastbourne Summer Camp
- Location: Eastbourne, United Kingdom,
- Number of students: about 300,
- Language of instruction: English,
- Type: mixed.
Eastbourne Summer Camp is a small cozy English language school located in Eastbourne. All year round, a variety of language programs are held on its campus, among which there are courses for adults. They can be adapted to the interests of the student, include age-appropriate activities and create a comfortable atmosphere in small classes - all this is created so that adults learn the educational material as efficiently as possible and do not lose interest in learning.
Accommodation, meals, prices
Eastbourne is a small and safe town on the south coast of England. In it you can find several accommodation options and choose the most suitable for yourself:
- Accommodation with a host family
This option is the most affordable, and therefore popular. Host families are made up of local residents who are carefully selected and screened by the school staff. Students are provided with single or shared rooms, breakfast or half board, bed linen and towels. Homestays will help students upgrade language skills, learn the culture and customs of the UK. Travel time from homes to campus is from 15 to 40 minutes.
- Hotels, guest houses
They are ideal for students who would like to live in a more independent and self-reliant atmosphere than is offered in host families. The closest to campus are within walking distance: Hydro, Cherry Tree B&B, The Beach Front, The Diamond.
- Student dormitories
The school has partnered with a private home, Avondale Road, where students can live in groups. The building is located in the city center, just a 30-minute walk from campus. Residents are provided with single and double rooms with well-equipped kitchens, shared bathrooms and seating areas.
Activities Eastbourne Summer Camp
All year round - from January to December - a variety of events are held on the school's campus, including collective board games, themed cooking days, film discussions or shopping trips. The institution organizes excursions to local attractions, tourist trips to London and the nearest world-famous cities.
In the summer months, students will be brightened up by activities such as:
- Visiting the highest point in Brighton – i360,
- Going to the performance of stand-up comedians,
- Eastbourne tour: walks in parks and gardens, sightseeing of architectural and natural beauties,
- Visit to the musical "Madagascar",
- Going to local restaurants, American eateries,
- Full-day excursion to London or Brighton,
- Visit to the theatrical production "The Picture of Dorian Gray",
- Cheese and wine tasting,
- Beach holiday,
- Excursions to museums, art galleries, music venues.
Advantages
- A relaxing atmosphere for purposeful study,
- A small center with a high level of individual attention from teachers,
- All housing options are within a 40-minute drive of campus,
- Excellent value for money,
- The average age of students in all courses is 21 years,
- Small classes of 10 to 12 people.
Facilities and equipment at Eastbourne Summer Camp
Eastbourne is a cozy city on the south coast with a population of only 90,000 people. It is small, safe and convenient for students who come here to study. Eastbourne's reputation as the UK's sunniest city attracts more than four million tourists a year.
The English language school is small and cozy, located in a beautiful building just a 5-10 minute walk from the city center and a few steps from the beach. The building is surrounded by gardens, patios for outdoor recreation.
The campus is equipped with:
- 20 classrooms with interactive whiteboards, video and audio equipment,
- Student café,
- Garden terrace,
- A bookstore where you can buy educational materials and stationery,
- Library
- Computer class.
Free Wi-Fi access is available on campus.
Travel time to the nearest airports, places for accommodation:
- Airport in London – 90 minutes by train,
- Brighton — 30 minutes by train,
- Gatwick - up to 60 minutes by train,
- Heathrow - about 120 minutes by car,
- Hotels, guest houses - from 5 to 20 minutes on foot,
- Host families — from 15 to 40 minutes on foot.
Admission dates and extra charges
Courses starting every Monday throughout the year, except public holidays:
- General English Courses,
- International semester courses (from 24 weeks),
- IELTS preparation courses (four weeks),
- General English + English for Business (from two to 12 weeks),
- General English + English for University Studies
- (four to 12 weeks),
- General English course for teenagers (from one to 16 weeks).
Some major additional tuition costs:
- Residence
- Registration fee
- Deposit for booking a place on the course
- Study materials
- Deposit for accommodation
- Cambridge exams
- Transfer to / from the airport
- Express mail
Enrolment process
The admission process involves a few simple steps:
- Filling out an online application form and providing the required documents,
- Payment of the registration fee,
- Waiting for confirmation of consideration of the application from the admissions committee and consent to enrollment,
- Deposit fee for booking a place on the course,
- Obtaining additional instructions before arriving on campus.
Perspectives
The certificate received at the end of the course allows students to enter the chosen university, as it proves the level of English proficiency. It also describes the entire learning process: the number of language hours completed, the progress in learning and the final level of knowledge.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
For admission to the course, applicants must provide:
- Personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit in the UK,
- Level of English – IELTS from 4.0 or equivalent,
- Academic transcripts for the last few academic years, if available.
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Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Eastbourne Summer Camp
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
