English Summer Camp in Uludağ

• Location: Bursa, Turkey,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of study: blended.

English Camp in Uludağ is a summer camp in the Uludag mountain area, offering English language programs for two age groups of students: 9-13 and 14-17 years old.

The region in which the educational campus is located is used by active skiers and snowboarders in the winter season. In the summer months, the nature of this place acquires a special charm: endless green spaces, sometimes interrupted by high mountains and their rocky slopes, offer students to spend their holidays in the fresh air, under the sunshine of warm Turkey.

The language program of the camp is a great opportunity to improve your English skills, overcome the conversational barrier and make friends from different parts of the world. Representatives of many countries come to the campus, creating a multinational friendly community, which is led by qualified teachers and staff. English Camp in Uludağ offers the best conditions not only for obtaining valuable language skills, but also for an exciting, unforgettable holiday: a modern and safe campus, comfortable accommodation, a varied leisure program and many other services await students.

The main goal of English Camp in Uludağ is to improve students' practical English skills and break down their prejudices against the language or learning it. Faculty and staff make this possible by creating an isolated environment where everyone speaks English.  On the way to achieving the goal, the practice is not to present language development through a difficult and intensive curriculum, but to get students to develop the language through fun and motivating methods, forming in them the awareness that the English language is a necessity of modern life. 

During the education, Internet communication is under the control of coordinators so as not to disrupt the motivation and adaptation of students: the staff does not limit communication by taking away personal phones or tablets from students, but teaches them how to properly use means of communication in favor of the program. During lessons and activities, there may be short-term restrictions on the use of technology, if necessary. 

Accommodation at English Camp in Uludağ is organized according to the high standards set by the luxury hotel contracted in Bursa. 

Accommodation of students is organized in double and triple rooms, each of which has a bathroom; The bedrooms have single beds and wardrobes for storing personal belongings.

Gender, age, and nationality are the criteria taken into account when placing students in rooms. Age groups are planned as 9-13 and 14-17 years old. In terms of nationality, it is considered that there should be at least two students of different nationalities in each room.   Students of different genders are not allowed to share a room, the only exception being siblings, who can be accommodated together if they wish.

Children live under round-the-clock supervision, accompanied by camp leaders and coordinators. Adults are accommodated on the same floor with students aged 14-17 or in the same room with pupils aged 9-13. 

The nutrition program is organized according to the daily menu, the dishes in which are compiled by nutritionists and prepared using seasonal fresh ingredients: vegetables, meat, fruits, cereals. The kitchen staff pays special attention to ensuring that the pupils are provided with healthy meals. For example, instead of unhealthy and carbonated drinks that contain sugar, they are provided with probiotic foods such as kombucha or kefir.  Children are provided with three main meals daily: breakfast, lunch and dinner + two snacks during the day. If there are medical, dietary, religious needs, the child will be provided with an alternative menu. 

The most important difference between English Camp in Uludağ and other language schools is the social activity and seminar programs. Due to the fact that the camp program is organized in a dedicated live-in environment, teachers have the opportunity to make the planning of the whole day focused on the all-round development of students.  Pupils consolidate the theoretical knowledge gained in the lessons, putting it into practice at such events, Like intellectual games, evening gatherings to discuss impressions. Every week, pupils go on an excursion in order to see the sights of the region and enjoy its natural beauty.

• A multicultural student community,
• The course is available to students with any level of English proficiency,
• Qualified native-speaking teachers,
• Flexible duration of education,
• Many services are included in the price of the program.

The city of Bursa, where the summer camp program takes place, is about 2.5 hours by car from Istanbul. Transfer services are offered for international students arriving at one of two airports: Istanbul and Sabiha Gökçen. 

On campus, pupils will find modern classrooms with interactive, audio and video equipment, a large dining room, and walking areas. The area has safe areas for walking, outdoor recreation, and events.

The summer program usually runs from mid-July to mid-August. Students can choose the duration that suits them best: from one to six weeks.

Many services are already included in the cost of the program:

• Residence
• Three meals a day,
• Assessment Test,
• Academic Studies,
• Extracurricular activities,
• Study materials,
• Graduation certificate.

In addition, you will need to pay:

• Registration fee upon admission,
• Alternate menu,
• Transfer to/from the airport,
• Personal expenses on the days of field trips.

• Filling out the registration form, providing documents,
• A response from the Admissions Committee confirming the availability of vacancies,
• Filling out forms about health, dietary preferences,
• Arrival at the campus: passing the language test, placement in classes, accommodation in residence and start of studies.

Staff advise you to apply as early as possible, as the admission of students takes place until there are no more places available.

Each student receives a graduation certificate, which contains information about the lessons completed, the knowledge gained and the progress of the language level. In the future, the student can continue his studies in English-speaking institutions.

Future students should provide personal documents: passport, health insurance. A visa to stay in Turkey is required in individual cases.

There are no entry criteria for the level of linguistics, as the courses are suitable for everyone: from beginner to advanced levels.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision