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Intensive English

Bucksmore Education

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Our intensive English programme is for enthusiastic students who want to accelerate their learning experience by putting their language skills into practice through a choice of electives. The varied learning styles of the Intensive English programme allows students to activate the language studied in their lessons in everyday scenarios and develop their fluency and communication skills, whilst building their confidence and knowledge of English language.

Overview of syllabus
Over the course of the summer, students will put their language skills into practice through varied learning styles, including:

Language Study: The syllabus focuses on contemporary English through topics specifically designed for junior learners. Language study supplies the building blocks students need to communicate successfully with native and non-native speakers.

Language in Use: Students are put in real-life situations to develop fluency and communication skills, building students' confidence and knowledge of English.

Excursion Link Lessons: Before full-day excursions, students learn about the destinations they are about to visit, including the history and culture of the area.

Academic Skills: The academic skills classes give students an introduction to exam techniques to help students improve the skills of academic reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. These classes culminate with students taking the Bucksmore Assessment.

Electives: Students sign up to a choice of vocational subjects to enhance their English usage through different topics such as creative writing, business and IELTS preparation.

Projects: Students are encouraged to work collaboratively on projects. Each weekly project ends with a presentation evening, during which all groups display and discuss their work.

Learning outcomes
Build accuracy and fluency in communicating in English in a variety of different academic and professional settings
Accelerated development in your confidence and knowledge of the English language
Build professional and academic skills through a wide range of selected electives including literature, business studies, drama, and more

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-6 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday (02 Jul - 13 Aug)
Classes per week
25 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Oxford.

Class size

Average 11 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 13 - 16 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

A charming University of Oxford College situated on the banks of the River Cherwell, just a short walk from the city-centre. St Hilda’s College’s gardens and greenery provides a picturesque backdrop for studying an intensive English language course in a peaceful setting. The College was founded in 1893, and it was the last Oxford College to remain exclusively for women, only admitting male undergraduates in 2008.

Number of classrooms
20

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Eating Area
  • Wireless Internet
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
Over 50%
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Bucksmore Education varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
02 Jul - 13 Aug
School holidays
None

School location

St Hilda’s College is one of the riverside colleges of Oxford University and was founded in 1893. The College only accepted female undergraduate students until 2008. It is situated next to Magdalen bridge, famous for punting, and is a short walk away from the centre of Oxford.

History
St. Hilda’s College is one of more than 30 colleges at the University of Oxford. The college was founded in 1893 by Dorothea Beale, a Principal of Cheltenham Ladies College. In 1896, St. Hilda’s was recognized as a hall for women only, and remained an all-women’s college until 2008.

St. Hilda’s became an incorporated company with its own council where in 1910 the University acknowledged female students and therefore finally permitted them to become undergraduates for Oxford degrees.

In 1959 the women’s society made an application to the University to be admitted as a full College of the University. The application was accepted making St. Hilda’s the only women’s College in Oxford University between 1994 and 2008. The charter and status was then changed in 2006 to accept men into the College.

Location
The medieval city of Oxford revolves around the prestigious University of Oxford. Nicknamed the ‘City of Dreaming Spires’ by the poet Matthew Arnold, Oxford is known for its beautiful buildings just 60 miles north-west of London. The city is one of the fastest growing and most ethnically diverse in the UK, with a broad economic base with industries such as motor manufacturing, education and science-based businesses.

St. Hilda’s College is based on the river side of the River Cherwell next to Magdalene Bridge, famous for its traditional punting activity. With only a short walk to the main high street, the college provides a perfect location for students to explore this famous city. Since the arrival of the Saxons, the buildings demonstrate English architectural periods including the mid-18th century Radcliffe Camera.

Accommodation
The accommodation at St. Hilda’s consists of single and twin bedrooms in separate male and female accommodation blocks, and bathrooms are shared between 4-6 students. Laundry is available onsite and free of charge.

Bucksmore also offers a complimentary airport transfer service to students arriving at Heathrow and Gatwick airports.

Safety
In addition to the Bucksmore’s residential centre management team and counsellors that provide pastoral care and support to students, there are also friendly and welcoming St. Hilda’s College staff available 24 hours a day.

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Housing

Bucksmore Education offers the following housing types:
student-residence

St. Hilda's Boarding House

Included
weekly
Age range: 13 - 16 years old
Location: In the city center of Oxford
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, heating, 24/7 supervision, and garden
Distance to school: 1 minutes by walk
Availability: 02 Jul 2024 - 13 Aug 2024
Check-in: Tuesday, anytime
Check-out: Tuesday, anytime
Included
All Bucksmore accommodation is located in the Garden Building, which itself is situated in the center of the college overlooking the gardens. Male and female accommodation is on separate floors, the accommodation at St. Hilda’s consists of twin bedrooms and bathrooms are shared between 4-6 students. There are two common areas with sofas and table tennis.

Laundry is free and available on-site. Once a week, students must load and empty laundry machines themselves (with staff guidance), though laundry detergent will be provided by Bucksmore.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from . Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.

If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

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Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Oxford based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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