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Number of weeks 2-3 4-7 8-11 12-52 English World 33 25 hours of group lessons £419 £394 £369 £345 English World 22 15 hours of group lessons £302 £297 £287 £277 Combination 25 hours of group lessons + 5 hours 1:1 lessons £806 £781 £756 £732 English World Courses 2016 This programme is designed for ambitious and motivated individuals looking to make significant progress in their language skills. Our course is unique teaching English as a tool for global communication through real-life situations and contexts to develop natural language skills. Through group research, presentations and debates students build skills in critical thinking and cross-cultural communication and develop confident and natural performance skills in English. We are ambitious for our students. We encourage students to identify their personal goals and work closely with them to ensure they achieve them. Group Size Maximum 12 participants Average Age 20-25 Level of English Beginner - Advanced Hours per Week 15, 25 or 30 Minimum Length 1 week Value Added Whole school plenaries, workshops and coaching ٠ Course structure allows us the flexibility to tailor our programmes to the needs of each individual class. ٠ Weekly on-to-one coaching sessions give students individual attention and guidance. ٠ Unique course content takes students beyond language learning, giving them the tools to live, work and study in the global arena. ٠ Heavy focus on performance skills develops confidence and fluency in spoken English. Fact file Course Content Skills Training (09:00 – 10:00) This section focuses on a different skill set each day, from study skills to vocabulary building and pronunciation. Accuracy in Grammar (10:15 – 11:15) The aim is to present and clarify structure, then ensure its accurate production in written and spoken English. Knowledge for a Global Community (11:30-12:30) Students work together to research a weekly topic and then present their findings to their peers in a debate or presentation. Topics are drawn from history, the environment, the economy, culture, etc. Language Focus (13:30 – 14:30) Students look at key language elements: listening, reading and writing. Confident Spoken Performance (14:45 – 15:45) Using role-plays, discussions and mini-dramas students focus on confidence and fluency in spoken English. 1:1 Lesson (16.00 – 17.00) Combination course only This individual session allows you to focus on your own personal study goals and individual needs. Features & Benefits Fees per week

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Page 1: English World Courses 2016 - Regent info packs... · academic writing skills and use of English for seminars and presentations. Exam Focus (TOEFL, TOEIC, FCE and IELTS) Students can

Number of weeks 2-3 4-7 8-11 12-52

English World 3325 hours of group lessons £419 £394 £369 £345

English World 2215 hours of group lessons £302 £297 £287 £277

Combination25 hours of group lessons + 5 hours 1:1 lessons

£806 £781 £756 £732

English World Courses 2016This programme is designed for ambitious and motivated individuals looking to make significant progress in their language skills. Our course is unique – teaching English as a tool for global communication through real-life situations and contexts to develop natural language skills. Through group research, presentations and debates students build skills in critical thinking and cross-cultural communication and develop confident and natural performance skills in English. We are ambitious for our students. We encourage students to identify their personal goals and work closely with them to ensure they achieve them.

Group Size Maximum 12 participantsAverage Age 20-25Level of English Beginner - AdvancedHours per Week 15, 25 or 30Minimum Length 1 weekValue Added Whole school plenaries,

workshops and coaching

٠ Course structure allows us the flexibility to tailor our programmes to the needs of each individual class.

٠ Weekly on-to-one coaching sessions give students individual attention and guidance.

٠ Unique course content takes students beyond language learning, giving them the tools to live, work and study in the global arena.

٠ Heavy focus on performance skills develops confidence and fluency in spoken English.

Fact file Course Content

Skills Training (09:00 – 10:00)This section focuses on a different skill set each day, from study skills to vocabulary building and pronunciation.

Accuracy in Grammar (10:15 – 11:15)The aim is to present and clarify structure, then ensure its accurate production in written and spoken English.

Knowledge for a Global Community (11:30-12:30)Students work together to research a weekly topic and then present their findings to their peers in a debate or presentation. Topics are drawn from history, the environment, the economy, culture, etc.

Language Focus (13:30 – 14:30)Students look at key language elements: listening, reading and writing.

Confident Spoken Performance (14:45 – 15:45)Using role-plays, discussions and mini-dramas students focus on confidence and fluency in spoken English.

1:1 Lesson (16.00 – 17.00) – Combination course onlyThis individual session allows you to focus on your own personal study goals and individual needs.

Features & Benefits

Fees per week

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Number of weeks 1 2-3 4-7 8-11 12-52

ClasSix Full-Time25 hours group

£686 £601 £576 £551 £527

ClasSixCombination 1015 group + 10 individual

£1331 £1246 £1221 £1196 £1172

ClasSixCombination 1515 group + 15 individual

£1734 £1649 £1624 £1599 £1575

Other combinations of group and private tuition are available.Please enquire.

English World ClasSIX Courses 2016Our English World ClasSIX course is a demanding programme for both aspiring professionals and working executives. Our clients are time-poor, which is why we offer a highly intensive course, tailored to the specific needs of each class. Students are placed in realistic professional scenarios to develop the language and skills relevant to their needs. In our morning workshops, students work on developing their fluency and communication skills to ensure a confident and assured performance in English. In the afternoons the group dynamics change promoting renewed energy and focus.

Group Size Max 6 (morning) / 12 (afternoon)Average Age 35 - 45Level of English Beginner - AdvancedHours per Week 25 or 30Minimum Length 1 weekValue Added Whole school plenaries and

workshops

٠ Needs-driven classes enable us to tailor our courses to the individual requirements of each class.

٠ Small group classes in the mornings (max 6 participants) allow for maximum progress.

Fact file Course Content

Task Knowledge (09:00 – 10:00)This session presents the language (expressions, grammarand vocabulary) for a range of business tasks andscenarios. Controlled practice using drills and exercisesdevelops accuracy in the language.

Active Scenario (10:15 – 11:15)Students take the language that was introduced in TaskKnowledge and put it into practice in a scenario whichdevelops throughout the week.

Knowledge for the Professional Community (11:30 - 12:30)Development of important professional soft skills, plus the language of managing, leading and project management.

Language Focus (13:30 – 14:30)Functional English for the professional environment. Thissession builds skills in telephoning, business writing andsocialising.

Confident Spoken Performance (14:45 – 15:45)In this fluency session you develop your confidence andskills in a range of speaking situations through role-plays,presentations and public speaking activities.

Features & Benefits

Fees per week

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Number or weeks 1 2

Legal English ClasSix25 hours of group lessons

£686 £601

Legal English ClasSIX Courses 2016Our Legal English ClasSix program will develop a knowledge of legal English. The course is demanding, but practical . It is useful for people who need to use this type of English in their studies, working lives or to pass the TOLES exam.

Group Size Max 6 (morning) / 12 (afternoon)Average Age 35 - 45Level of English Intermediate - AdvancedHours per Week 25Minimum Length 1 weekCourse dates 13-24 June

11-22 July01-12 August15-26 August

TOLES exam dates 23 June, 25 AugustValue Added Whole school plenaries and

workshops

٠ Needs-driven classes enable us to tailor our courses to the individual requirements of each class

٠ Small group classes in the mornings (max 6 participants) allow for maximum progress

Fact file Course Content

Task Knowledge (09:00 – 10:00)This session presents the language - lexis, structure and expression - that can be used in a range of legal scenarios.

Active Scenario (10:15 – 11:15)Working through legal case studies course participants actively use the languagetaught.

Knowledge for the Legal Community (11:30 - 12:30)This session builds fluency and language competence by encouraging presentations and dialogue on themes relating to the legal world.

Language Focus (13:30 – 14:30)Students cover further points of grammar,vocabulary and skills practice appropriate to the the tasks they will be asked to perform in.

Confident Spoken Performance (14:45 – 15:45)An hour of further fluency which challenges students to communicate with ease and accuracy.

The course includes visits to courts in London. The Test of Legal English Skills can be taken if required.

Features & Benefits

Fees per week

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Number of weeks 1 2-3 4-7 8-11

15 Hours £1294 £1209 £1184 £1159

20 Hours £1697 £1612 £1587 £1562

25 Hours £2100 £2015 £1990 £1965

30 Hours £2503 £2418 £2393 £2368

Individual Tuition 2016 – A course designed for youOur Individual Tuition programme allows us to tailor a course to a client’s specific need. The programme is highly intensive and enables clients to make the best progress possible during their time with us.

٠ Qualified, experienced teachers with expertise in a number of different fields

٠ Students can tailor their course to cover the specific language and vocabulary they need

٠ An executive centre with a dedicated Client Services Manager to provide administrative support

٠ Intensive courses of either 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours of individual tuition per week

What can you cover

English for non-specific purposesStudents work on developing all areas of the English language including reading, writing and listening skills, spoken fluency, grammar and vocabulary.

Finance and BankingPerfect for anyone thinking of, or already pursuing a career in accountancy or finance. Improve your understanding of and communication in financial English.

Academic WritingAn individual tuition programme focusing on academic writing will benefit anyone planning to attend a course at an English-speaking University. Students can develop their academic writing skills and use of English for seminars and presentations.

Exam Focus (TOEFL, TOEIC, FCE and IELTS)Students can use their individual lessons to prepare for any major English language exam. Our teachers are all highly trained and provide students with the vocabulary, grammar and exam techniques to approach any exam with confidence.

Legal EnglishUse your individual lessons to cover specialised training for legal English. Ideal for law students or those already working in the legal profession.

Fees per week

Benefits – now and for the future

٠ Close personal, focused attention from industry professionals

٠ The individual tuition programme allows students to focus on their specific needs and areas of expertise

٠ A trouble-free stay in London with the ability to mix with peers outside the classroom

٠ Perfect for time-restricted clients who need to maximise their progress

Special Features

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Number of weeks 2-3 4-7 8-11 12-52

Intensive25 hours of group lessons £419 £394 £369 £345

Combination25 hours of group lessons + 5 hours 1:1 lessons

£806 £781 £756 £732

Exam Preparation Courses 2016Our exam preparation courses are designed to give you comprehensive training in the content and strategies essential for a good grade in the IELTS and Cambridge exams. These courses combine three daily sessions of language focus to develop English skills and language fluency with two hours focused specifically on examination skills. These afternoon sessions look at examination techniques, key vocabulary, phrases and structures. Students sit regular practice papers to familiarise themselves with working under authentic examination conditions.

Group Size Maximum 12 participantsAverage Age 20-27Level of English Pre-Intermediate - AdvancedHours per Week 25 or 30Minimum Length 1 weekFocus IELTS / FCE / CAE / CPEValue Added Whole school plenaries,

workshops and coaching

٠ Weekly on-to-one coaching sessions give each student individual care and guidance.

٠ Classes taught by trained examiners ensure that students receive the best possible training in exam content and strategy.

٠ Legacy of excellent exam results – our highest IELTS score in 2015 was 8.5.

٠ Free university advisory service available to those interested in further education in the UK.

Fact file Course Content

Skills Training (09:00 – 10:00)This section focuses on a different skill set each day, from study skills to vocabulary building to pronunciation.

Accuracy in Grammar (10:15 – 11:15)The aim is to present and clarify structure, then ensure its accurate production in written and spoken English.

Writing Skills (11:30-12:30)In this hour students work on writing skills for examinations. Many people find writing the most challenging skill to master and so need these five hours a week to focus on composition structure, planning, spelling and fluent written expression.

Examination Focus (13:30 – 14:30)Students prepare for the reading, writing and listening sections of the exam. This section is designed to expand students’ language skills and teach exam techniques.

Exam Skills Spoken Performance (14:45 – 15:45)Students learn oral skills, focusing on spoken fluency and public speaking skills. Students grow in confidence to deliver an assured performance in the test .

1:1 Lesson (16.00 – 17.00) – Combination course onlyThis individual session allows you to focus on your own personal study goals and individual needs.

Features & Benefits

Fees per week

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1 week 2 weeks

Intensive25 hours of group lessons £419 £838

Semi-Intensive15 hours of group lessons

£302 £604

Professional Development Programmes for Teachers 2016This course is designed for non-native secondary school teachers of English: it explores current English language teaching (ELT) ideas and methodology. It also revisits practical ideas that may have fallen from fashion; the role of British culture in the classroom and how to get the most from observations – both peer and top down. Our teacher trainers are highly experienced – they are all DELTA qualified and have been teaching for an average of 10 years each.

ERASMUS PIC: 945383632

Group Size Maximum 12 participantsLevel of English From intermediateHours per Week 15 or 25Minimum Length 1 weekValue Added Whole school plenaries and

workshops

٠ Error correction: when and why and how?٠ Dictations: do they help?٠ Teaching vocabulary: the Cinderella skill?٠ Fluency: the elusive skill?٠ Music and Songs: for everyone?٠ Learner training: how do we learn a language?٠ Classroom management: are your students awake?٠ Teaching literature: will Shakespeare motivate?٠ Phonology: should we drill; should we model?٠ Exams and assessment: measuring outcomes

Fact file Course Content

Teaching Methodology (09:00 – 12:30)

The group explore practical and stimulating ways to make learning effective in the classroom.

Cutting Edge Ideas (13:30 – 14:30) *

Course participants discuss ‘dogme’, ‘the reflective teacher’, how to maximise students’ motivation, how students learn (metacognition), encouraging critical thinking and the teacher’s role: coach, facilitator, mentor.

Performing and Observing (14:45 – 15:45) *

Using role-plays, discussions and presentations we focus on confidence and fluency in spoken English, as well as performance skills: body language, eye contact, voice projection and control – performance that can be replicated in the class room. Course participants also work on positive observation techniques, feedback strategies and using students’ evaluations to work on a co-operative learning environment.

* Course participants can attend language input classes instead of pedagogy.

Typical Areas of Focus

Fees

Course Dates

21st March – 1st April 20164th July – 15th July 20161st August – 12th August 2016 10th October – 14th October 20167th November – 11th November 2016

Erasmus+ funding is available for EU students

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TOEFL exam preparation programme

Regent London, 12 Buckingham Street, London, WC2N 6DF, EnglandT: +44 (0) 20 7872 6620 london @regent.org.uk www.regent.org.uk

Our programme helps you to: Be confident in handling all aspects of the test

Be able to express your thoughts and opinions fluently

Gain an expanded range of vocabulary and expressions

Be able to use grammar and syntax effectively

Overcome the anxiety of facing the test through intensiveexam practice and strategy outline

Daily sessionsOur preparation programme consists of sessions which work together to build your confidence and skills you need to successfully complete the examinations.

Skills Training Reading/Listening (09.00-10.00)

Accuracy in Grammar/Vocabulary (10.15-11.15)

Skills Training Writing/Speaking (11.30-12.30)

Examination focus (13.30-14.30)

Exam Skills Spoken Performance (14.45-15.45)

TOEFL PreparationThe Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is an exam which tests English language proficiency in four key areas, reading,listening, speaking and writing. Each section is marked out of 30, these scores are combined to give a total score out of 120. Recognised at more than 9,000 universities and agencies worldwide. Our programme is designed to prepare you for the iBT exam.

Section Description Time(minutes)

Questions

Reading Read 3 or 4 passages fromacademic texts and answer

questions.

60-80 36-56

Listening Listen to lectures, classroomdiscussions and conversations,

then answer questions

60-90 34-51

Speaking Express an opinion on afamiliar topic; speak based onreading and listening tasks.

20 6 tasks

Writing Write essay responses basedon reading and listening tasks;support an opinion in writing.

50 2 tasks

Our TOEFL Preparation programme is available on fixed dates

3 week course: £1,257

Course dates: 11.07.16 – 29.07.16 and 01.08.16 – 19.08.16

3 week homestay accommodation: £720

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1 week 2 weeks

Intensive25 hours of group lessons £419 £838

Semi-Intensive15 hours of group lessons

£302 £604

CLIL: Methodology and Language Competence 2016

This course is targeted at secondary school teachers who need to teach their subjects through English: its dual focus is class room practice and language input.

ERASMUS PIC: 945383632

Group Size Maximum 12 participantsLevel of English From intermediateHours per Week 15 or 25Minimum Length 1 weekValue Added Whole school plenaries and

workshops

٠ The importance of functional language٠ Developing and understanding task-based

learning principles and techniques of correction, both written and oral

٠ Developing students' four skills٠ Presentation and practice of new language٠ Dealing with students' pronunciation٠ Understanding learner motivation٠ Using technology in the classroom٠ Using project work in the classroom٠ Testing and assessment

Fact file Course Content

Teaching Methodology (09:00 – 12:30)

As a group you will explore practical and stimulating ways to make learning effective in the CLIL class room.

Language Focus (13:30 – 15:45)

These two hours will be dedicated to improving your general competence in English: comprehension, fluency and vocabulary extension. There are also opportunities to observe and feed back on EFL classes and discuss best practice with our teachers.

Course Dates

Typical Areas of Focus

21st March – 1st April 20164th July – 15th July 20161st August – 12th August 2016 10th October – 14th October 20167th November – 11th November 2016

Erasmus grants and other funding is available for EU students

Fees

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Homestay 2016Living in a homestay is the ideal way to develop your language skills, allowing you to immerse yourself in the language.Our trusted homestays also give you the opportunity to experience British family life first hand, expanding your culturalfluency in English. Our welcoming host families are hand-picked and regularly monitored to ensure that they maintain thehigh quality of service that our students expect.

Location Zones 2, 3 and 4Journey time Average 35 minutes to the schoolMinimum age 16 years oldArrival/departure Prices based on a Sunday arrival

And Saturday departureArrival time After 7am and before 11pm

Fact file

Important Information

Price per week

Standardroom

Half-board

En-suite roomdaily

breakfast +4 dinners

En-suite roomdaily

breakfast anddinner

1 week £240 £345 £355

Extra night £40 £58 £62

Shared £200 £260 £267

• Wi-Fi is available in most homestays. If this is a requirement, please mention it when booking

• Laundry service available once a week

• En-suite rooms available with daily breakfast and dailyor 4 dinners/week

• Standard rooms with shared bathroom, daily breakfast and dinner

• Rooms are cleaned and bed linen changed once a week

• Homestay hosts may be couples with or without children or single people

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Nevern House (Earl’s Court) 2016Located in zone 1, just 20-25 minutes door to door from Regent London, Nevern House is a quiet guesthouse-style residence with a comfortable, homely atmosphere – the ideal study environment. The residence offers both standard and en-suite rooms. There is an on-site warden to welcome students upon arrival and to help them during their stay.

Location Earl's Court – Zone 1Journey time 20 minutesDeposit £100 / €150 key deposit on arrivalMinimum age 18 years old

Fact file

Important Information

Price per week

Standard room En-suite room

1 week £360 £420

Extra night £60 £70

Twin £280 (per person) n/a

• Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the residence• Library/TV lounge for communal use (24h access)• Bed linen and towels provided – Linen is changed once per

week and towels twice per week. Laundry facilities are available in a nearby launderette for a small charge

• Kitchen facilities shared with a maximum of 3 other students. Kitchens equipment and appliances provided

• Bathroom facilities shared with 1 other student. En-suite rooms available

Nevern House Cancellation Terms

• Cancellation notice received by Regent London during our opening hours, more than 2 weeks prior to the arrival date: a cancellation fee of £85 will be charged, within 8-14 days prior to the arrival date: a cancellation fee of £200 will be charged, within 7 days prior to the arrival date: 1 week's rate will be charged.

• For an early departure after check-in, at least 2 weeks' notice must be given plus an £85 administration charge.

Regent LondonNevern House

Nevern House Payment Terms

Payment terms to Regent London: upon the booking ( the payment is necessary to secure the booking ).

• There is one twin room where couples may stay, subject to availability. Couples may share this room at a twin room rate. Please inform before booking if you would like some overnight guests to stay. This is permitted at the manager's discretion at a fee.

• Check-in/out – Prices based on a Sunday arrival and Saturday departure (by 10am ).

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Summer Residence 2016Located just a 10 minute walk from the school, our Summer Residence offers the ideal location for those looking to stay in the very heart of London - within walking distance of all the main attractions in central London. The residence offers en-suite rooms with fully equipped kitchens and is overseen by a Regent London member of staff who is available to welcome new arrivals and assist those staying in the residence.

Location WaterlooJourney time 10 minutes by foot to the schoolMinimum age 18 years oldDatesDeposit £50 key deposit on arrivalCheck-in/out Prices based on a Sunday arrival and

Saturday departure

Fact file

Important Information

Price per week

• Lounge area and television for communal use• Laundry facilities are available on site• Full equipped kitchen facilities shared with a

maximum of 8 other students• 24 hour security and key card access to buildings

and corridors

En-suite room

1 week £335

Extra night £56

Summer Residence

Regent London

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Citadines Trafalgar Square London 2016

Prices per room, per night (GBP)

Citadines Trafalgar1-6

nights7-29

nights30+

nights

Studio Apartment £205 £175

Pleaseenquire

1 bedroom apartment £285 £245

2 bedroom apartment £405 £345

Cancellation notice (working days)

2 5

What you need to know:• Located a 5 minute walk from the school• Check-in from 2pm, check-out by 12 noon• High-speed internet access available• Fully equipped kitchen and satellite TV• Breakfast available for an extra fee (£18)• Iron and ironing board in each apartment • Laundry and dry-cleaning services available• Business corner and meeting rooms• If less than the cancellation notice is

provided a cancellation fee may apply: please see below for details

The Citadines Trafalgar Square is an elegant but modern 4 star hotel, just a short walk away from Nelson’sColumn in Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and London’s theatredistrict. Rooms are spacious, sleek and stylish. For more photographs, please visit http://www.citadines-photos.com/phototheque/viewer_mc.php?lang=en&dir=trafalgar_square