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Fluency and Experience

Professional Success

Exam Success

University Success

English for Life:

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üOfsted inspectedOur UK schools are registered as independent schools with the UK Government Department for Education and inspected by the Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted).

Our UK schools are accredited and inspected by the British Council.

Kings Boston and Kings Los Angeles (Kings Colleges USA LLC) are accredited by ACCET.

The Kings Advanced Level Foundation is inspected by Pearson.

Our university pathway programs in the US are AIRC Pathway Members.

Kings Oxford is an official IELTS Test Centre.

Kings London is an authorised Cambridge English examination centre.

Our UK schools are members of English UK.

Our UK schools are accredited Delivery Centres for the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality.

Fully Accredited

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together with our brand new Kings Hub.

The Kings Hub is where you will find all the

supporting digital content and information

you need.

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and much more…

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brochure to go straight to the content you need.

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Where will Kings English take you?

BrightonBournemouthLos Angeles

Boston

New York

London

Oxford

This brochure is just the start. Open up to see the whole Kings world.

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4 Your journey to fluency

starts here

6 Outcome-driven English

8 Kings New York

10 Kings Los Angeles

12 Kings Boston

14 Kings Brighton

16 Kings London

18 Kings Bournemouth

20 Kings Oxford

22 Live like Kings: Accommodation

24 A world outside the classroom

26 Coursefinder

28 Learning 24/7

30 English for

Fluency and Experience

32 English for

Professional Success

34 English for

Exam Success

36 English for

University Success

38 One Amazing Week at Kings

Kings HubDigital resources online

This brochure has been designed to work

together with our brand new Kings Hub.

The Kings Hub is where you will find all the

supporting digital content and information

you need.

Videos Photo galleries Virtual tours Mini brochures Course factsheets Location factfiles

and much more…

Or, you can scan the QR codes throughout this

brochure to go straight to the content you need.


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üOfsted inspectedOur UK schools are registered as independent schools with the UK Government Department for Education and inspected by the Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted).

Our UK schools are accredited and inspected by the British Council.

Kings Boston and Kings Los Angeles (Kings Colleges USA LLC) are accredited by ACCET.

The Kings Advanced Level Foundation is inspected by Pearson.

Our university pathway programs in the US are AIRC Pathway Members.

Kings Oxford is an official IELTS Test Centre.

Kings London is an authorised Cambridge English examination centre.

Our UK schools are members of English UK.

Our UK schools are accredited Delivery Centres for the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality.

Fully Accredited


For over 60 years we have been one of the world’s most successful providers of quality English language courses.

That’s because at Kings, we like to do things differently.

We’re not too big, not too small. We are always focused on quality teaching and practical, tangible outcomes. But our learning communities are always friendly, highly personal — and above all fun.

That’s what we mean by Kings English!

Your journey to fluency starts here

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Exceptional teaching Average teaching quality ratings of 93%. Small classes, dynamic lessons, regular

progress testing.

Friendly student services We ensure your whole experience is

happy, exciting and fun. Weekly activities and excursions

calendars will keep you busy 24/7.

Professional academic management Director of Studies interviews you early

in your course, oversees course quality and your own progress .

Great housing options You’ll feel at home in top quality

accommodation. At most locations long-term students

are guaranteed to live within walking distance.

“ I love being around so many different cultures on a daily basis. I believe we not only learn from each other’s experiences, but also make friends for life. I love the family atmosphere we have at Kings and I know our students do as well! ”

“ I take great joy in making sure Kings students have the best experience possible. I have worked in education administration my entire career and am passionate about student service and success. Away from work, I enjoy playing tennis and creating music with friends. ”

“ I look after all of the English classes here at Kings Brighton. I’ve worked for Kings as a teacher and then as Assistant Director of Studies at Kings Oxford. I was also lucky to work as the Director of Studies at Kings Malibu — so I’ve really seen a lot of Kings! ”

“ I ensure students enjoy living in their accommodation, have access to everything they need and are looked after by our friendly wardens. I really enjoy meeting students from all over the world and learning about different cultures. ”

Lucy Polley Accommodation Manager at Kings Bournemouth

Clay Barham, Assistant Director of Student Affairs at Kings LA

Tici Coleman, Teacher at Kings Boston

Stephen Pilton Head of English at Kings Brighton

Some of the

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Outcome- Driven EnglishOur focus is always on language learning for a specific purpose. We call it Outcome-Driven English.

Fluency and Experience (p 30 – 31) Full range of courses to develop

fluency and experience Choose Special Interest Groups to develop

learning further (see page 31) Join extracurricular clubs, societies and learning

events — develop fluency 24/7 in class, online and in the real world

Professional Success (p 32 – 33) English Plus courses offer a unique way to combine

English with a choice of exciting practical subjects Choose from Film, Fashion, Business, Digital Media,

Art, Law or Sports Practical, real-life experience and tangible outcomes Prepare for specialist professional exams

Exam Success (p 34 – 35) Expert preparation for formal exams —

IELTS, Cambridge and TOEFL Kings Oxford is an official IELTS Test centre Kings London is an authorised Cambridge

exam centre

University Success (p 36 – 37) We specialise in academic pre-university education Top 100 US university acceptance including

the Ivy League Top 50 UK university acceptance including

Oxford and Cambridge

7Study long-term Take your fluency and experience to the next level

Climb the Kings fluency ladderWe use a system of 8 fluency levels based on typical IELTS and TOEFL scores.

1. Greater fluency in English

Develop much broader and deeper skills in all areas of English.

2. More cost-effective

The longer you study, the cheaper your weekly course price becomes.

3. Complete cultural immersion

Take the time to feel completely at home, just like a UK or US national.

4. Follow Special Interest Group subjects

You can extend your learning with a choice of Special Interest Groups (see page 31).

5 Free IELTS/TOEFL test

We’ll pay your IELTS or TOEFL exam fee if you study with us for 24 weeks or more.

6 Study in more than one location

You could study in and explore two different cities or even two different continents!

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7 Pre-Advanced 6.5 80 C1+

6 Upper Intermediate 6 61 C1

5 Intermediate 5.5 50 B2

4 Lower Intermediate 5 41 B1+

3 Pre-Intermediate 4 29 B1

2 Elementary 2.5 19 A2

1 Beginner — 0 A1+

Please note: the exam scores are affected by experience and knowledge of each exam.

If you are studying an Intensive Course for 12 weeks+ or the Diploma of English, we guarantee you will reach the level we have agreed with you. If you don’t — provided you have attended all classes and completed all assignments — you can study for free until you do!

Learning Progress Guarantee “ I’ve met incredible people — students,

teachers, staff members. The staff at Kings take a lot of time to create social opportunities. But of course they never forget to help us improve our English at the same time, and what’s better than learning while having fun? ” Kimberley Heuacker, from France followed her TOEFL course at Kings LA then Cambridge CAE and IELTS courses at Kings London

The main building at our campus center Indoor tennis courts, sport hall and gym on campus

KINGS NEW YORK

CAMPUSUSA

Choose Kings New York:1 Often voted Greatest City on Earth2 Amazing sightseeing, shopping

and sports3 University campus in exclusive area

Accommodation On-site residence (twin rooms, full-board) Homestay half-board

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A beautiful, traditional US campus environment Typical room at the on campus residence

More Online

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“ Kings New York is an easy 30 minute train ride to Grand Central Station in the heart of Manhattan. We are based on the campus of Concordia College, located in the safe, affluent town of Bronxville in Westchester County, New York. ” Vanessa Zuidema, Center Director

Nationality Statistics (2016 – 17)

Western Europe 5.3% Eastern Europe 26.5% Middle East 1.5% Asia 24.4% China/Hong Kong/Macau 1.5% Former Soviet Union 0.5% Americas 40.3%

Hollywood’s famous Walk of Fame just minutes from our campus

Our Hollywood campus is between Sunset and Hollywood Boulevards

KINGS LOS ANGELES

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The bright new student lounge at Hollywood Typical room at our on-site residence in Hollywood

Accommodation Student residences (including on-site residence) Homestay

More Online

Download Los Angeles factfile, videos and more: kingshub.online/english

“ This amazing “City of Angels” offers everything — great weather, great beaches, amazing shopping, world-famous tourist attractions and fantastic sports. Our campus is right in the heart of Hollywood — between the iconic Sunset and Hollywood Boulevards. There’s also a residence on site. ” Gina Iannelli, Center Director


Western Europe 24.5% Eastern Europe 12.6% Africa 1% Middle East 2% Asia 44.6% China/Hong Kong/Macau 2.5% Former Soviet Union 2.4% Americas 10.4%

Choose Kings Los Angeles:1 Live and learn in the heart

of Hollywood2 Great climate, great beaches, great style3 Culture and entertainment 24/7

KINGS BOSTON

Our 60-acre campus just outside downtown Boston Student zone within the main campus building

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Spacious classrooms are bright and welcoming Typical bedroom in on-site residence

Accommodation On-site residence (single or twin rooms, full-board) Homestay

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Download Boston factfile, videos and more: kingshub.online/english “ Kings Boston is located on the attractive

campus of Pine Manor College, in the exclusive suburb of Chestnut Hill. It offers a safe environment and access to a wide range of facilities, with the attractions of downtown Boston only 20 minutes away. ” Emily Pierre, Center Director


Western Europe 21.2% Eastern Europe 4.4% Africa 0.4% Middle East 2.3% Asia 27.9% China/Hong Kong/Macau 4.8% Former Soviet Union 2.7% Americas 36.3%

Choose Kings Boston:1 One of the great sports and

music cities2 American culture, European style3 Stay on campus close to Downtown

Our brand new state-of-the-art college in the city centre Reception and student zone has unique décor

KINGS BRIGHTON

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On-site Courtyard Café serves fantastic food All on-site bedrooms are single en suite

Choose Kings Brighton:1 One of the UK’s most vibrant

seaside cities2 Hip and relaxed, with two universities 3 New “state of the art” city centre school

Accommodation On-site residence (single, en-suite rooms, half-board or bed

and breakfast options) Homestay

More Online

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“ Kings Brighton is a brand new state-of-the-art school with an on-site student residence and cafeteria. Located in a vibrant, student-centred area of the city, it enjoys close proximity to shops, restaurants, transport hubs and the beach. ” Nigel Addison, Principal

Two London campuses Beckenham (year-round), just 20 minutes from

Central London by train. Within a five-minute walk of the school are banks, shops, restaurants, cinemas and transport links into Central London.

South Bank (summer), based at London South Bank University. Enjoying a superb location right in the heart of the city, it offers modern facilities and single en suite accommodation with spectacular views of the Shard and the London Eye.

Our South Bank summer campus is right in the heart of central London

Our Beckenham campus is a unique blend of old and new architecture

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The spacious Link café is at the heart of the school

Typical bedroom at our nearby Kings Apartments residence

Choose Kings London:1 One of the world’s most iconic cities2 Endless choice of things to see and do3 Central London or suburban campuses

Accommodation Kings Apartments (student residence) Homestay / Homestay Extra Student houses

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“ Kings London has two campuses: our main year-round college and a central London summer campus. Both campuses offer exceptional facilities and are within easy travelling distance of the endless attractions which this world-class city offers visitors from all over the world. ” Simon Cleary, Principal


Western Europe 22.7% Eastern Europe 11.6% Africa 0.3% Middle East 5.3% Asia 36.9% China/Hong Kong/Macau 7.4% Former Soviet Union 3.4% Americas 12.4%

Our beautiful buildings and grounds at Braidley Road

Contemporary style at St Peters in the heart of the city

KINGS BOURNEMOUTH

Two Bournemouth campuses Our St Peters campus is right in the heart of the city

centre in a refurbished, modern building. It is directly above an on-site student residence.

Our Braidley Road campus is located 10 minutes from the city centre in an exclusive residential area. It is the only language school in Bournemouth with an on-site basketball and sport court.

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Bright attractive student zone at Braidley Road Typical bedroom at one of four student residences

Choose Kings Bournemouth:

1 Probably the best beach in the UK2 University city with relaxed lifestyle3 City centre campus with residence

Accommodation Four student residences, including on-site at St. Peters Homestay / Homestay Extra

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“ Kings Bournemouth occupies two campuses in the city. Our main Braidley Road campus is located in a leafy residential area close to the centre and the station. In addition our contemporary St. Peters campus sits in the heart of the city, surrounded by shops and restaurants and a few minutes’ walk from the famous sandy beach. ” Andrew Short, Principal


Western Europe 28.8% Eastern Europe 14% Africa 1.8%% Middle East 21.5% Asia 17.9% China/Hong Kong/Macau 1.5% Former Soviet Union 1.5% Americas 13%

St. Josephs was recently renovated to provide a stylish learning environment

Our St. Michaels campus is bright, stylish and very central

Two Oxford campuses Our St. Michaels campus is right in the heart of the

city centre. Occupying an impressive corner building on St Michaels Street, the historic exterior opens onto a bright, contemporary interior. Spacious classrooms each feature interactive whiteboards.

Our St. Josephs campus is based in the safe, quite suburb of Cowley, 20 minutes by bus from the city centre.

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Bright, modern classrooms all with interactive white boards

Single en suite room at Wavy Gate residence, located between both campuses

Choose Kings Oxford:1 World-famous academic city2 Live and learn in the heart of Oxford3 Great sightseeing on your doorstep


Accommodation Student residences Student houses Homestay

More Online

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Western Europe 18.9% Eastern Europe 11% Africa 1.8%% Middle East 21.5% Asia 30.6% China/Hong Kong/Macau 8.3% Former Soviet Union 1.8% Americas 6.1%

“ Kings Oxford is based at two main campuses in this world-famous city of learning. We offer both the thrill of city centre learning and the quiet of a campus environment. Equidistant between both campuses is our top quality student residence — one of the very best in the city. ” Mike Smith, Principal

Live like Kings

Walk to Class Guarantee

If you study an Intensive Course, Intensive 25+ Course, Diploma of English or pre-university programme for 24 weeks or more you’ll be offered accommodation within reasonable walking distance of the school for the whole of your course.

Kings Bournemouth: Charminster residence

Kings Bournemouth: St. Peters on-campus residence (Studio room)

Kings London: Kings Apartments residence

Kings Oxford: Wavy Gate residence

A student common room at Kings Brighton overlooking the park

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Homestay is perfect for students who want to be a member of an English-speaking family and to practise English every day. Our homestays are all very carefully selected and regularly inspected.

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Options vary by location but include: Single or twin rooms En suite or shared bathrooms Full-board, half-board or self-catered meals

(plus bed and breakfast in Brighton)Homestay Half-board All year-round locations Single or twin rooms (twin

rooms only available during the summer — must be booked with a second person)

Shared bathroom Half-board meal plan

Homestay Extra Bournemouth and London Single room with double bed Private bathroom Half-board meal plan

Our student residences are ideal if you want maximum freedom and flexibility.

We have invested heavily in new student accommodation to offer a range of options that will cater for every need.

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A world outside the classroom

May Ball in Oxford

Exploring Boston Harbor

Fenway Park baseball in Boston

Punting in Oxford

Outside the Chinese Theater in LA

Hiking to the Hollywood sign in LA

Sightseeing in London Halloween night in New York

Learning with Kings opens up new horizons. Even when you are discovering new places and meeting new people, you are learning while you are having the time of your life.

There’s a world of possibilities out there for you.

We’ll help you explore them.

Monthly activity calendarsWe have dedicated Activities Managers at eachlocation. They organise lots of exciting activities, visits and excursions, and publish the monthly schedule online and in school. There are also many clubs and societies which you can join.See the calendars here:

Activities Guarantee

Every week you will be able to choose from a wide range of activities, at least two of which are guaranteed to be free.

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Exploring the heart of New York

Surfing in Bournemouth

Walk of Fame in Hollywood

Excursion to the Google offices

Sports by the sea in Brighton

Open top bus ride in London

Colour Run in Boston May Day in Bournemouth

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Intensive Course Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December, except Beginners)Beginners: First Monday of each month

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Intensive 25+ Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 28 (21) 25 3 – 15

Vacation 25+ 2 – 12 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 20 (15) 25 3 – 15

Diploma of English Minimum 24 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December, except Beginners)Beginners: First Monday of each month

28 (21) 16 1 14 15

Compact Course Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 20 (15)1 16 2 14 15

Vacation Course 2 – 12 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 20 (15) 16 1 – 15

Discover London / Discover New York London: 1 – 4 weeks; New York: 2 weeks London: Every Wednesday (27 June – 15 August). End date: 22 August New York: 17, 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July; 5 August

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English Plus Entrepreneurship 4 weeks 2 January, 5 February, 5 March, 2 April, 7 May, 4 June, 2 July, 6 August,4 September, 1 October, 5 November

28 (21) 16 4 – 15

English Plus Business and Finance Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 28 (21) 16 4 14 –

English Plus Law Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 28 (21) 16 4 14 –

English Plus Business and Digital Media Minimum 2 weeks 2, 29 January, 26 February, 26 March, 23 April, 21 May, 18 June, 16 July,13 August, 10 September, 8 October

28 (21) 16 4 14 –

English Plus Art and Design Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 28 (21) 16 2 14 –

English Plus Fashion, Art and Design 4 weeks 2 January, 5 February, 5 March, 2 April, 7 May, 4 June, 2 July, 6 August,4 September, 1 October, 5 November

28 (21) 16 4 – 15

English Plus Film 12 weeks or 4 weeks 12 week course: 2 January, 2 April, 24 September;4 week course: 25 June, 23 July, 20 August

28 (21) 16 4 – 15

English Plus Sports Science 4 weeks or 12 weeks 12 week course: 8 January, 9 April4 week course: 2 July, 30 July

28 (21) 16 4 14 –

Vacation Plus Film 4 weeks 25 June, 23 July, 20 August 20 (15) 16 4 – 15

Diploma in International Business 2 terms 9 January (not Brighton), 3 April (Brighton) 28 (21) 17 5 14 –

IELTS Preparation Course London: Minimum 2 weeks;Bournemouth, Brighton and Oxford: Minimum 6 weeks

London: Every Monday 2 January – 10 December;Bournemouth, Brighton and Oxford: 2 January, 12 February, 26 March,8 May, 18 June, 30 July, 8 October

28 (21) 16 4 14 –

Intensive IELTS Minimum 6 weeks 2 January, 12 February, 26 March, 8 May, 18 June, 30 July, 8 October 32 (24) 16 4 14 –

Super Intensive IELTS 3 weeks 4 June, 2, 30 July 32 (24) 16 5 14 –

Cambridge English: First (FCE) 4, 8, 9, 10 or 12 weeks See factsheet for details Varies 16 5 / 6 14 15

Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 4, 8, 10, 11 or 12 weeks See factsheet for details Varies 16 6 / 7 14 15

Intensive TOEFL Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 35 (26.25) 16 5 – 15

TOEFL iBT Preparation Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 35 (26.25) 16 5 – 15

Vacation TOEFL 2 – 12 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 20 (15) 16 5 – 15

Undergraduate Preparation Program 2 1 – 6 terms 2 January, 26 March, 18 June, 17 September 33 (25) 16 1 – 15

Advanced Level Foundation 3 – 6 terms 3 January, 11 September 28 (21) 17 4 12 –

International Business Foundation 3 terms 9 January (London and Brighton only), 11 September 28 (21) 17 4 14 –

Graduate Preparation Programme 1 – 3 terms 3 January, 3 April, 11 September 32 (24) 21 4 / 1 3 12 –

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Intensive 25+ Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 28 (21) 25 3 – 15

Vacation 25+ 2 – 12 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 20 (15) 25 3 – 15

Diploma of English Minimum 24 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December, except Beginners)Beginners: First Monday of each month

28 (21) 16 1 14 15

Compact Course Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 20 (15)1 16 2 14 15

Vacation Course 2 – 12 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 20 (15) 16 1 – 15

Discover London / Discover New York London: 1 – 4 weeks; New York: 2 weeks London: Every Wednesday (27 June – 15 August). End date: 22 August New York: 17, 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July; 5 August

20 (15) 16 2 15 15

English Plus Entrepreneurship 4 weeks 2 January, 5 February, 5 March, 2 April, 7 May, 4 June, 2 July, 6 August,4 September, 1 October, 5 November

28 (21) 16 4 – 15

English Plus Business and Finance Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 28 (21) 16 4 14 –

English Plus Law Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 28 (21) 16 4 14 –

English Plus Business and Digital Media Minimum 2 weeks 2, 29 January, 26 February, 26 March, 23 April, 21 May, 18 June, 16 July,13 August, 10 September, 8 October

28 (21) 16 4 14 –

English Plus Art and Design Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 28 (21) 16 2 14 –

English Plus Fashion, Art and Design 4 weeks 2 January, 5 February, 5 March, 2 April, 7 May, 4 June, 2 July, 6 August,4 September, 1 October, 5 November

28 (21) 16 4 – 15

English Plus Film 12 weeks or 4 weeks 12 week course: 2 January, 2 April, 24 September;4 week course: 25 June, 23 July, 20 August

28 (21) 16 4 – 15

English Plus Sports Science 4 weeks or 12 weeks 12 week course: 8 January, 9 April4 week course: 2 July, 30 July

28 (21) 16 4 14 –

Vacation Plus Film 4 weeks 25 June, 23 July, 20 August 20 (15) 16 4 – 15

Diploma in International Business 2 terms 9 January (not Brighton), 3 April (Brighton) 28 (21) 17 5 14 –

IELTS Preparation Course London: Minimum 2 weeks;Bournemouth, Brighton and Oxford: Minimum 6 weeks

London: Every Monday 2 January – 10 December;Bournemouth, Brighton and Oxford: 2 January, 12 February, 26 March,8 May, 18 June, 30 July, 8 October

28 (21) 16 4 14 –

Intensive IELTS Minimum 6 weeks 2 January, 12 February, 26 March, 8 May, 18 June, 30 July, 8 October 32 (24) 16 4 14 –

Super Intensive IELTS 3 weeks 4 June, 2, 30 July 32 (24) 16 5 14 –

Cambridge English: First (FCE) 4, 8, 9, 10 or 12 weeks See factsheet for details Varies 16 5 / 6 14 15

Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 4, 8, 10, 11 or 12 weeks See factsheet for details Varies 16 6 / 7 14 15

Intensive TOEFL Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 35 (26.25) 16 5 – 15

TOEFL iBT Preparation Minimum 2 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 35 (26.25) 16 5 – 15

Vacation TOEFL 2 – 12 weeks Every Monday (2 January – 10 December) 20 (15) 16 5 – 15

Undergraduate Preparation Program 2 1 – 6 terms 2 January, 26 March, 18 June, 17 September 33 (25) 16 1 – 15

Advanced Level Foundation 3 – 6 terms 3 January, 11 September 28 (21) 17 4 12 –

International Business Foundation 3 terms 9 January (London and Brighton only), 11 September 28 (21) 17 4 14 –

Graduate Preparation Programme 1 – 3 terms 3 January, 3 April, 11 September 32 (24) 21 4 / 1 3 12 –

w3 Level 4 in Oxford and Level 1 in New York

When you start a Kings course your world grows bigger. Our teachers will inspire you and your progress will amaze you. We’ll make English come alive for you by ensuring your learning is 24/7 — both inside and outside the classroom.

But don’t worry, you’ll be having such a great time it won’t feel like hard work!

Learning 24/7

Great teachers, dynamic classes Interactive multimedia learning Class projects and assignments Small group work Lots of personal teacher time.

93% average teacher quality rating

ClassMate: Your online learning companion Use ClassMate — the Kings online learning platform

— before or after lessons Integrates with your class-based learning Free access 3 months before and during your course Video/audio content, quizzes, practice material,

exam guidance and more

In Class Online

Find out more about ClassMate

29Practical, real-life business experience Business review: regular discussion sessions on the

latest business-related topics Work experience: Our partnerships with local

organisations can provide valuable experience in the UK

Local company visits: Some courses include regular, planned visits to local companies and institutions.

Professional qualifications, such as CTH or Cambridge BEC

Résumé guidance on some courses

Additional interactive learning optionsContinue developing your skills and knowledgeoutside class:

Attend a weekly lecture Take part in discussion group Join the Student Council Join a college club or society Meet local UK or US students

Outside class In the real world

Teacher Qualification Guarantee

We guarantee that all of your teachers will have qualifications and experience suitable for your learning needs. You’ll have at least two teachers during an Intensive Course to ensure a varied learning experience.

INTENSIVE COURSE (ALL LOCATIONS)

This is our most popular course. It is designed to increase fluency in as short a time as possible and can be customised to deliver the outcome you want through our range of Special Interest Groups.

COMPACT COURSE (ALL LOCATIONS)

This is a broad General English course which is specifically designed to improve your overall language skills whilst giving plenty of free time to explore your new city location.*24 lessons per week in USA

DIPLOMA OF ENGLISH (ALL LOCATIONS)

This long-term course is the best value way to achieve real fluency. You can gain specific subject knowledge through Special Interest Groups or can even study a specialist semester designed for university entry or professional development.

INTENSIVE 25+ (LOS ANGELES)

This course is designed specifically for students aged 25+ to develop their English whilst also getting “under the skin” of LA. You can create your custom program through Special Interest Groups and have access to dedicated social activities.

VACATION COURSE (ALL US LOCATIONS)

This flexible, great value course is available year-round in the USA. It consists of 20 English lessons per week. There are also optional sports and activities, plus an optional weekly excursion.

VACATION 25+ (LOS ANGELES)

This course is perfect for students aged 25+ who are looking to develop their English while also having plenty of free time to explore Hollywood and wider LA. It includes practical elements including professional skills/communication.

English for Fluency and Experience

Entry fromKings Level

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3 20


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DISCOVER LONDON (LONDON SOUTH BANK) DISCOVER NEW YORK (NEW YORK)

These programmes offer you the chance to spend an unforgettable summer vacation living and learning in either central London or New York City.

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Special Interest Groups (SIGs) (Intensive Courses/Diploma of English)SIGS are your building blocks to create the outcome you need. You can combine SIGs in ways which fit your intended outcome — making the Intensive Course, Intensive 25+ and Diploma of English fully customisable. All SIGs are included in the price of your course.

SIGS for Fluency and Experience Email English Essential English English for socialising

and travel Conversation skills Advanced language skills Speaking and

pronunciation Reading and writing Film and drama Communicating effectively

in English Current affairs and

understanding the news Survival English Language out loud! American culture British culture and history Global citizenship Accent reduction Hashtag English Improv and acting

SIGS for Professional Success Art and Design Global leadership Tricks of the Trade Résumé writing Business fluency English for work Legal English English for Wall Street English for tourism English for career

development Diplomacy and negotiation Sales, marketing and retail English for meetings and

presentations Networking in English Business and finance

SIGS for Exam Success Exam skills and strategies Cambridge PET Cambridge KET TOEFL preparation Pre-TOEFL Cambridge (FCE/CAE) IELTS Pre-IELTS

SIGS for University Success Contemporary topics EAP skills for success Academic study skills University

preparation skills Speak your mind Discussion skills Online English Personal Statements GMAT Graduate Preparation Academic reading

and writing

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Find out more about all of our courses and download a factsheet for every course: kingshub.online/english


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ENGLISH PLUS ENTREPRENEURSHIP (BOSTON)

If you want to combine English with experience of US entrepreneurial culture, this is the course for you. It includes lectures from local entrepreneurs and visits to local companies and universities.

ENGLISH PLUS ART AND DESIGN (OXFORD, LONDON)

This course is perfect if you need to improve your English while practising your art and design skills or preparing a portfolio of artwork. It combines General English with specialist art and design-related disciplines.

ENGLISH PLUS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL MEDIA (BRIGHTON)

This course is designed for students who either work in the digital media or creative industries now, or plan to in the future. It will help support specific language development in a wide variety of business contexts, with particular focus on the vocabulary used in the areas of new media, digital communication and creative technologies.

ENGLISH PLUS BUSINESS AND FINANCE (LONDON, BOURNEMOUTH, BRIGHTON)

This course will improve your English skills for a wide range of business and financial contexts. It combines General English with specialist Business and Finance-related topics and the option to prepare for the Cambridge BEC exam.

ENGLISH PLUS FILM / VACATION PLUS FILM (LOS ANGELES)

These courses are ideal if you want to combine English with the study of contemporary film, script writing, acting and production. You will also learn practical filmmaking skills.

*20 lessons per week on Vacation Plus Film course

ENGLISH PLUS LAW (LONDON)

This course is ideal if you would like to improve your English skills for use in a variety of legal contexts. It combines General English with specialist law-related topics.


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4 28


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ENGLISH PLUS SPORTS SCIENCE (BOURNEMOUTH)

This course will develop your English while also teaching sport terminology to enhance your knowledge of the science behind sport. You will also improve your performance in your own sport.

ENGLISH PLUS FASHION, ART AND DESIGN (NEW YORK)

This course introduces you to the exciting world of New York fashion, as well as more general art and design disciplines. Your English classes are complemented by a choice of lessons including drawing and painting, photography, ceramics and fashion. There are also regular visits to museums and galleries in New York.

“ We went to the Design Centre in Boston where The Massachusetts Challenge (MC) works. The visit was very productive because we could… identify some of the entrepreneur concepts that we have learned in Business class. ”

Katherine Ramirez Puentes from Colombia, studied English Plus Entrepreneurship at Kings Boston

“ I would like to study in the New York Film Academy and after that work in the film industry. That’s why I need to improve my English and take the film class — to make my dreams come true. ”

Yaroslav from Russia, studied English Plus Film at Kings LA


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DIPLOMA IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (ALL UK LOCATIONS)

This course is ideal if you want a recognised, stand-alone business qualification. It is run in partnership with the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality.

*Plus additional independent study/ homework


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English for Exam Success

IELTS PREPARATION COURSE (ALL UK LOCATIONS)

This course has 28 lessons per week which include Special Interest Groups in IELTS preparation. It develops your general language skills while also providing specialist preparation for the IELTS exam.

TOEFL IBT PREPARATION (ALL US LOCATIONS)

This course will prepare you thoroughly for the TOEFL exam. Exam practice and technique are vital parts of the course.

*Includes seven targeted practice sessions

INTENSIVE TOEFL (LOS ANGELES AND BOSTON)

This full time, very intensive course runs throughout the year. It provides the most thorough preparation for the TOEFL exam.

*Includes seven targeted practice sessions

INTENSIVE IELTS (OXFORD)

This full time course runs throughout the year. It combines 20 lessons of General English with 8 IELTS preparation lessons each week plus exam practice sessions to provide thorough preparation for the exam.

*Plus three hours exam practice

SUPER INTENSIVE IELTS (OXFORD)

This full-time highly intensive course runs in the summer. It concentrates 100% on IELTS and gives maximum preparation for the exam in as short a time as possible.

VACATION TOEFL (ALL US LOCATIONS)

This course is ideal if you want TOEFL preparation and plenty of free time. The focus is on maximizing TOEFL skills and exam strategies.


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4 28


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“ I’m doing the CAE preparation programme, and have been here about 4 months so far. I really like the school…and the teachers — they’re really friendly. I think it’s good for university — I would like to apply to a Swiss university. I would like to have proof of my English level. ”

Anna from Switzerland, studying the CAE at Kings Oxford

“ The classes are academic but also have a dynamic component. It’s not always reading and very academic — you can also interact with people and do something more fun. It also makes you view things from a different perspective because of the topics that we see. ”

Gabriel from Brazil, studying TOEFL Prep at Kings New York

CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH: FIRST (FCE) / ADVANCED (CAE) (ALL EXCEPT NEW YORK)

These courses are specifically designed to prepare you thoroughly for all papers in the Cambridge exams — some of the best known and most respected formal qualifications in English.

Official IELTS Test CentreKings Oxford has been the Official Test Centre for the Oxford region since 1996, and today is one of the busiest IELTS Test Centres in the UK.

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English for University Success

UNDERGRADUATE PREPARATION PROGRAM (BOSTON, NEW YORK, LOS ANGELES MARYMOUNT)

The Undergraduate Preparation Program is a specialized pre-sessional course delivered by Kings on a range of university campuses. It is designed to equip you with the language skills needed for degree-level study in English.

*Plus 12 – 15 hours of homework

ADVANCED LEVEL FOUNDATION (ALL UK LOCATIONS)

This course is based on A-levels, taught by A-level teachers and assessed against A-levels. As such, it is one of the most academic and successful pathways to leading UK universities.

*Plus 12 – 15 hours of independent study/ homework

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS FOUNDATION (ALL UK LOCATIONS)

This course is ideal if you want a recognised, stand-alone business qualification, or to progress to a degree focused on business or management. It is run in partnership with the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality.

*Plus additional independent study/ homework

UK GRADUATE PREPARATION PROGRAMME (OXFORD)

This programme is ideal if you have an undergraduate degree and want to study at graduate level at a UK university. It will fully prepare you for the demands of a Master’s degree.

US GRADUATE PREPARATION PROGRAM (NEW YORK)

If you have a Conditional Letter of Admission from Concordia College (where our New York school is based) to study a Masters, but first need to improve your English, this program is the ideal choice.

*Plus 12 – 15 hours of homework

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Vivian, from Malaysia, is now studying at the University of Bristol (#19). Read more in our dedicated Kings Colleges in the UK prospectus

Sebastian Arboleda Martelo, from Colombia, has been accepted by Boston University (#39). Read more in our dedicated Kings Pathways in the USA brochure.

Our mate Loic

One amazing week at Kings“ Hi, I’m Loic. I’m from Switzerland and I came to Kings in summer 2017. My time at Kings Brighton was one of the most fun-packed of my life. My English improved so much, I made great friends and saw so many cool things.

Here’s a snapshot of one perfect week. ”

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

SESSION 19.00 – 10.30

Speaking: Finding things in common

Speaking:Polite requests

Language topic:Gerunds and infinitives

Free time Reading:A review of a restaurant

Day trip to London

Open Top Bus tour

River cruise

Visit to Buckingham Palace

Shopping in Oxford Street

Free time in Brighton

Morning run along the seafront

Ride on the i360

Lunch with friends overlooking the ocean

Afternoon on the beach!

SESSION 211.00-12.30

Language topic: Present perfect and past simple

Free time Speaking: Explaining what you mean

Language topic:Superlatives

Listening: Making and receiving apologies

12.30 – 13.30 LUNCH

SESSION 313.30 – 15.00

Free time Language topic: First Conditionals

Writing: Letter to a friend

Writing: a Blog Post

Free time

SESSION 415.30 – 17.00

Reading: The perfect crime

Reading: 3 ways to be more creative

Free time Language topic: Second Conditionals

Free time

Lessons with my teacher Steve were always fun. My English “went through the roof”.

The Courtyard Café at Kings is great for hanging out with friends. And the food is amazing!

There is loads of great street art all around Brighton.

At the weekend I did a day’s sightseeing in London. It’s less than 1-hour away!

There’s always a busy, friendly vibe at the school. I feel right at home here.

There’s a common room on each floor of the residence. Me and my friends chilled there in the evenings.

…and the views are incredible!

The i360 is an amazing viewing platform right on the seafront…

Kings Brighton really is an amazing school. There are some really cool features like the mural behind me.

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