Set on more than 500 acres at the University of Hertfordshire, the center is located just outside the historic town of Hatfield and is the ideal choice for students who want to learn English in a safe university environment. For those who want to explore London, it is only 90 minutes away by car.
Hatfield is a small town with a big place in history – royalty, aristocracy, political leaders, musicians and authors have all contributed to its remarkable past. The town played an important role in Tudor and Victorian history. With over 400 years of history, Hatfield House, the home of the Marquess of Salisbury and the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth I, is just a stone's throw from the campus. The ancient city of St Albans is also nearby, and for Harry Potter fans, the Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter is just 25 minutes away.
Facilities:
- Free internet
- 24-hour security
- Modern classrooms
- Tennis courts
- Indoor sports center
- Close to London and Harry Potter Studios
Start dates and program duration:
- 01.07.2020 – 2, 3 or 4 weeks
- 15.07.2020 – 2 or 3 weeks
- 30.07.2020 – 2 or 3 weeks
Accommodation:
Accommodation can be on campus – in six-person apartments with single rooms and private bathrooms. Bedding and towels are provided and changed weekly. Each apartment has common rooms with sofas, games and books. A washer and dryer are available – 3 GBP per wash/dry. On arrival, a deposit of 50 GBP is paid against any damage, which is refunded on departure.
Students can also stay with host families located no more than 35 minutes from campus – in standard single or twin rooms – and will be provided with travel cards for 7 days a week.
Courses:
English language course:
- 15 hours of English lessons per week
- Average number of students per class – 15
- Online test before arriving at the center for group placement
- Course completion certificate
- Farewell ceremony
- Textbooks and/or additional course materials
Young Manager course:
- 30 hours of tuition over two weeks, developing listening and speaking skills, improving pronunciation and interaction skills, an introduction to business writing style and expressions, and negotiation.
- The course includes practical lessons designed to put theory into practice through project work and group discussions. Students will learn about business etiquette and how a business is created.
- Entering the business world (6 hours) - writing a CV and conducting an interview, teamwork and how a business idea is developed.
- Minimum required level: B1, international groups of 15-20 students aged 14 to 17.
- Price: 50 GBP per student per week
Course in preparation for IELTS and academic English:
- A 30-hour intensive English course lasting two weeks. It covers all aspects of the exam while developing students' ability to understand and use academic language through all four skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening.
- Minimum required level: B1+, international groups of 15-20 students aged at least 15+
- Price: 50 GBP per student per week (minimum 2 weeks)
Fun activities and sports:
- Welcome and farewell parties
- Theme discos
- Karaoke and talent show
- Movie night
- Fun games
- Sports: soccer, basketball, volleyball, badminton, tennis, dance.
Excursions:
2-week standard course:
- 1 full-day excursion to London
- 1 full-day excursion to Cambridge
2-week premium course:
- 2 full-day excursions to London (including a boat trip on the Thames,
- 1 full-day excursion to Cambridge
- 1 full-day excursion to Oxford
- 1 half-day excursion to Hatfield
3-week course (London and Cambridge included):
- 1 full-day excursion to Brighton
- 1 full-day excursion to Oxford or Bath
Price of the premium one-week program: 895 GBP
Price of the standard one-week program: 835 GBP