Agents' Zone - English Summer School for International Students

English Summer School...

• Do you want to improve your English next Summer?

• Do you want to make new friends from all over the world?

• Do you want to stay in one of the liveliest cities in the UK, less than 2 hours by train from London?

If so, come to New College Nottingham and join our English Language Summer School!

For a number of years, we have provided a Summer School General English course for international students of all levels of English. We also have a 4-week Academic English course. This course is specially designed for upper intermediate or advanced level learners who need English for study purposes, either to help them at present, or because they are intending in the future to study at a UK university or college. We have part time English Language courses available as part of our Summer School as well.

Course dates and fees

Course dates: 2nd July – 24th August 2012
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Minimum age:16 (on the date of starting the course)
Fees (per week):English - £140
English + 4 curriculum activities - £170

The English as a Foreign Language Department has provided courses for more than 30 years, with students from over 50 countries, and we only employ teachers who are professionally qualified and experienced in English Language teaching. All English courses are accredited by the British Council, and ncn is a member of English UK.

General English

The primary aim is to train you to speak natural, fluent English. Teachers use modern teaching methods and equipment, the latest course books and other authentic materials to help you to improve your language skills. Our students are serious about learning English and work hard. At the same time, the English classes are always fun and enjoyable. Here is a programme for a typical week:

Please Note: We cannot accept complete beginners. The levels taught range from Elementary to Advanced.

Academic English

This course is for students who have been studying General English and hope to study an academic subject in English in the future. It gives you an introduction to the skills needed to study further at college or university, and is suitable for students whose English is at the Upper Intermediate Level.

The following skills are covered:

• Note-taking from reading and listening
• Paraphrasing and referencing
• Structuring a short research essay
• Effective use of academic vocabulary
• Preparing and delivering a presentation

Social Programme

During the Summer School we offer a busy and varied International Students Social Programme. The aims are to enable students to visit new places, and make friends quickly. We organise excursions to places of interest, such as Stratford or York, discos, party nights and sporting activities.

All of the excursions and activities are optional and students can pay to take part in these if they want to. The costs are always very reasonable, and to reserve a place we advise that you book your trips at the start of the course.

Accommodation and Welfare

The International Office has a full-time accommodation officer to help you find suitable accommodation. Full details are available in the booklet Accommodation Options for ncn International Students, or on the Accommodation Page. The International Office is also open throughout the Summer to answer any questions relating to visas, welfare concerns, or course information. We will also provide you with a pre-arrival booklet, full of the information you will need when preparing to come to ncn for your studies. This includes travel information, maps, and other useful information.

Further Information

If you need more information please contact english.enquiries@ncn.ac.uk or call us:

• From outside the UK: +44 115 910 4615 / 4668 / 4610
• From the UK: 0115 910 4615 / 4668 / 4610