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Concorde lnternational UK Visas and Immigration Tier 4 Sponsor English Language Training & Academic Programmes General English IELTS & CAMBRIDGE Examination Preparation University Access / English for Academic Purposes International Business / IT Programme G4 Intensive : General or Business English One-to-One Master Class™ Business English University Summer Courses Teachers’ Courses Family Study Programme “The college exceeds expectations and is excellent in every department". - ISI Report 2015 Canterbury, UK www.concorde-int.com Head Offi ce & Business School Welcome to Concorde International It is my very great pleasure to see that the founding principle upon which I established Concorde International over 40 years ago still remains true: a mutual understanding and shared communication. In 1972 we said that with Concorde International you would “break your language barrier”; since then tens of thousands of students who have enrolled on our courses have achieved success both in their English communication skills and professional development. The main strength of students’ success is, indeed, our team of teachers and the academic management. I am delighted that this was recognised by both the British Council Inspectors and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) report in 2015, which found that “The college exceeds expectations... and is excellent in every department." I look forward to welcoming you here in Canterbury! Colin Stone Director 10 very good reasons to choose Contents Hours Start Dates Page Concorde International Director's welcome 02 √ UKVI TIER 4 Sponsor, accredited by British Council, and member of The Study Centre, the Teaching and Social Activities 03 English UK Canterbury 04 - 05 √ Recently inspected and achieved the top grades in all areas General English Courses 15 - 25 Any Monday – All Year Round 06 √ Exceptionally high quality of teaching Examination Preparation 10 - 15 Any Monday – All Year Round 07 √ Students value high quality of teaching University Access / EAP 25 January / April 08 √ Outstanding range of curriculum International Business / 25 January / September 09 options IT Programme √ Teachers’ knowledge and Business English Course 10 Any Monday – All Year Round 10 understanding of subjects is excellent √ Personal and academic support for G4 Intensive : 15 - 25 Any Monday – All Year Round 11 students is outstanding General or Business √ Relationships throughout the college One-to-One Master Class™ 5 - 30 Any Monday – All Year Round 11 are excellent University Summer Courses 15 - 25 July + August 12 √ Exceptionally well organised programmes Teachers’ Courses 25 July + August 13 √ Outstandingly clear educational Family Study Programmes 15 - 25 July + August 14 direction (Statement from the Independent School Inspectorate Accommodation & Transfers 15 report) Course Pathways 16 02 For easy booking email: [email protected] The Study Centre, the Teaching, and Social Activities The Study Centre The Teaching The ethos of Concorde Located in the centre of Canterbury • Full-time, qualifi ed and experienced International Study Centre is best described by the • All classrooms equipped with teachers who will do their best to help you succeed Independent Schools Inspectors’ audio-visual equipment • Personal academic counselling Report : • Course books are available for available from course tutors homework on payment of a deposit • Continuous monitoring by your “Academic and support staff work • Assistance in applying for university class tutors to check your progress together very effectively to provide • A computer room with free access to • A balanced programme of excellent care, guidance and support the internet and student email facilities communication and comprehension for all aspects of students' • Opportunity to take internationally • Personal Wi-Fi available in school involvement with the college. recognised examinations Teaching is highly effective and • Books for graded readers to read in • Consistently excellent pass rate for exceeds expectations.… your leisure time on payment of a exams and university places small deposit The college exceeds expectations for • A coffee bar and student lounge with the quality of education.” music,TV and video Social Activities at the Study Centre - ISI Report • 24-hour Welfare Offi cer for your Excursions are offered at weekends to accommodation/health/safety issues locations throughout the UK. There are • Friendly and helpful staff ready to optional evening activities and an annual ensure you enjoy your stay cultural programme of events introducing British festivals and holidays. • Airport transfers and insurance are arranged on request Many activities are free. Excursion costs vary depending on location. Concorde Level 15 H p/w 25 H p/w Progress IELTS Cambridge Exams CEFR Concorde International has an excellent 9.0 Profi ciency track record in improving students’ CPE C2 12-15 9-12 English. On average, students at 8.5 weeks weeks Profi ciency Mastery Concorde last year improved by one level 8.0 every 8.49 weeks. This is faster progress than you will make at the vast majority 7.5 of schools. CAE Advanced 12-15 9-12 C1 We ensure that you make fast progress 7.0 weeks weeks Advanced Effective with the following measures: 6.5 Operational user IN THE SCHOOL Upper 6.0 12-15 9-12 • Small classes ensure individual Intermediate FCE B2 weeks weeks attention 5.5 First Certifi cate Vantage • Regular tests to embed learning 5.0 • A good mix of nationalities in classes Intermediate 12-15 9-12 • Monthly 1-1 tutorials to check 4.5 PET weeks weeks progress and set goals B1 • Experienced, dedicated and caring 4.0 Preliminary English teachers Threshold Pre-Intermediate 3.5 12-15 9-12 BY THE STUDENT KET weeks weeks 3.0 • Attendance at all lessons Key English A2 Elementary • Active participation in all lessons 2.5 12-15 9-12 • Completion of all homework Waystage weeks weeks • Make the most of all opportunities 2.0 Beginner available to practise English at break 1 - 1.5 A1 8-10 6-8 times, lunch times and immersion in Breakthrough weeks weeks homestay life 0 - 0.5 For easy booking email: [email protected] www.concorde-int.com 03 Canterbury A city for all seasons Canterbury welcomes almost 3 million visitors each year and 3. Museums there is always something to see and do. Concorde International is in the heart of this vibrant city. 1. Location • Canterbury Heritage Museum • Canterbury Tales • Canterbury Castle • The Westgate Tower • Canterbury Roman Museum • The Eastbridge • Beaney House of Art and Knowledge 4. Canterbury Festivals Throughout the year there are always events taking place - a Canterbury is perfectly placed for easy access from/to the music festival in the Dane John Park, or an international food Continent with fast Eurostar trains to Paris (2hrs,30minutes); festival in the city centre; the new Marlowe Theatre has all Brussels Central (3hrs,35minutes). the best shows and theatre plays in advanced of the West End London is only 55mins by High Speed train. stage, London. On any Saturday you can fi nd Morris Dancing, or street bands 2. UNESCO World Heritage Site or mime artistes, local Kent cherries, artisan craft & gift fairs.. there’s always something to see and do! 5. One of the safest cities in the UK for students Canterbury was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status with 3 world heritage sites all easy to visit on foot. • Canterbury Cathedral is internationally known for its stunning architecture and the longest Cathedral nave in Europe. It has welcomed Kings,Queens, Presidents and pilgrims for over fourteen centuries! Regularly voted one of the safest student cities in the UK in the Complete University Guide. • St Augustine’s Abbey - the remains of the great Abbey Canterbury has 3 universities with a lively student population founded by St Augustine in 597AD of over 40,000 students. Each university offers a different • St Martin’s Church - recognised by UNESCO as the range of courses, Concorde International is pleased to have oldest working church in the English speaking world have pathway agreements with its ‘home’ universities. 04 For easy booking email: [email protected] 6. Entertainment, Shopping & Restaurants 7. Climate Canterbury enjoys some of the best weather in the UK. Spring and Autumn are mild, and snow is rare in winter. Summer temperatures are ideal for days at the beach, river tours in Canterbury and picnics in local parks and gardens. Year round: bring an umbrella - our gardens and ducks like the showers! There are many busy cafés, bars, clubs, pubs and a modern o shopping centre; you will really enjoy this city whether you are C Average temperature in Canterbury here for 2 weeks or 12 months! 25 Around the corner from our Study Centre you can fi nd everything you need. It’s all on our doorstep! 20 Eating Out 15 Canterbury has a large choice of restaurants and cafes. Many 10 restaurants will have “lunch specials”. International cuisine you 5 can sample in Canterbury: English, French, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Indian, Mexican, Portuguese, Turkish, Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Moroccan, Thai... Shopping and banks 8. Getting Around Shops are usually open 9am – 6pm (Monday to Saturday), and 10am to 4pm (Sunday). Banks are open at the same times The centre of Canterbury is car-free, and everything is within during the week, and on Saturday mornings. Cash machines walking distance. Buses to local destinations are frequent and are open 24/7. Canterbury has a large variety of chain stores, cheap. Trains to London run approximately every 30 minutes department stores and independent retailers – something for during the day and every 60 minutes in the evenings and at everyone. weekends. Kent "The Garden of England" - where history comes to life! "Best in Europe" Kent has been named the top destination for family holidays in 2015. 1. Dover Castle & the iconic 6. Bluewater Shopping Centre Must see places White Cliffs Europe's biggest shopping 2. Whitstable – famous for its 6 centre.