English World Programme

English World is the ultimate in intensive learning!

We are dedicated to providing academic excellence for all our students through our English World programmes. With the help and support of our academic team, our goal is to make a significant contribution to your future and to provide you with a learning experience that will have immediate impact and a lasting effect on your life.

The benefits of our English World programmes:

● Every full-time student has a weekly coaching session, which is a 1:1 meeting with your teacher designed to make your progress more visible to you. It allows you to have further input in your lessons and benefit fully from our academic excellence.

● The course uses authentic materials and is not dependent on standard course books. Our syllabus is unique, distinctive and relevant to your needs.

● It has inspirational and contemporary content designed to transform your learning experience and make you a confident and competent user of English in today’s global arena.

● It is an intensive course with 25 hours of lessons per week which means more practice time for you.

● It is an effective course – 1 hour long sessions have been proven to give better results and provide faster progress.

What the five sessions will do for you:

Accuracy in Grammar (09:00-10:00) This session will improve your accuracy when communicating in English. Skills Training (10:15-11:15) Each session develops your autonomous learning skills in areas such as pronunciation, vocabulary and business English.

Knowledge for a Global Community (11:30-12:30) The third session is designed to improve your cultural fluency and increase confidence in listening, reading, speaking and writing. You will develop your language competence and become an effective communicator within the global community.

Language Focus (13:30-14:30) This lesson will help you develop your techniques in reading, listening and writing with a focus on exams such as IELTS, BUALTS or Cambridge exams.

Spoken performance workshop (14:45-15:45) This workshop encourages your fluency in a range of speaking situations through role-plays, pair work and public speaking activities giving you the skills to achieve confident performance in the spoken language.

Sample Timetable English World Programme

09:00-10:00 Skills Training10:00-10:15 Break

10:15-11:15 Accuracy in Grammar

11:15-11:30 Break

11:30-12:30 Knowledge for a Global Community

12:30-13:30 Lunch

13:30-14:30 Language Focus

14:30-14:45 Break

14:45-15:45 Spoken Performance Workshop

IELTS Exam Preparation Programme

These programmes help you:

● Be confident in handling all aspects of the exam ● 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 exam through intensive

exam practice

IELTS Test Dates 2016

January 07.01.16, 23.01.16,

20.01.16

February 13.02.16, 20.02.16,

27.02.16

March 05.03.16, 12.03.16,

19.03.16

April 02.04.16, 16.04.16,

30.04.16

May 07.05.16, 21.05.16,

28.05.16

June 04.06.16, 18.06.16,

25.06.16

July 09.07.16, 16.07.16,

30.07.16

August 13.08.16, 20.08.16,

27.08.16

September 03.09.16, 10.09.16,

24.09.16 October 08.10.16, 22.10.16,

29.10.16

November 05.11.16, 19.11.16,

26.11.16

December 03.12.16, 10.12.16

Exam Preparation

IELTS is the International English Language Testing System, designed to test your English Language ability for higher education, immigration and employment (both in the UK and overseas). Results from IELTS tests are recognised by universities, colleges and professional bodies internationally. IELTS gives you a test report that shows an overall score for your level of English ability by assessing your Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. Our IELTS preparation programme consists of five complimentary sessions, which combine core language skills with specific exam preparation and practice.

To be successful in this exam you need a wide range of vocabulary ans syntax. Our course is designed to build these areas using engaging, authentic situations while providing plenty of exam skills and practice.

Cambridge Preparation Courses

The Regent Edinburgh Cambridge Preparation Courses give you structured training in the content and strategies essential for you to achieve your target grade in CAE or

FCE.

Cambridge Exam Courses at Regent Edinburgh The Regent Edinburgh Cambridge exam courses will help you to: ● be confident in handling all aspects of the exam● 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 anxiety though intensive exam practice

Skills Training (09:00-10:00) This session provides the practice students need according to their study goals: listening, note taking, pronunciation, etc. Their trainer works on the group’s needs for different skills.

Accuracy in Grammar (10:15-11:15) This second session looks at language more closely by revising and perfecting core grammar skills, presenting and clarifying structure, then ensuring its accurate production.

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-usually filmed. Topics such as history, culture, art, politics, world events and geography raise awareness of global citizenship.

Exam Focus (13:30-14:30) Students prepare for the reading and writing sections of the Cambridge exam in which they want to succeed. This session also teaches the Use of English section of the exam by expanding the students’ range of vocabulary and giving them the knowledge to use grammar and syntax effectively.

Spoken Performance (14:45-15:45) Students learn to deliver an assured performance in the speaking test Communicative fluently extends to the listening section which is practised and analysed.

Course Dates Exam Dates

FCE

21.02.2016 – 12.03.2016 11.03.2015

22.05.2016 – 11.06.2016 07.06.2016

10.07.2016 – 30.07.2016 28.07.2016

31.07.2016 – 20.08.2016 18.08.2016

20.11.2016 – 10.12.2016 10.12.2016

CAE

14.02.2016 – 05.03.2016 02.03.2016

22.05.2016 – 11.06.2016 08.06.2016

03.07.2016 – 23.07.2016 21.07.2016

31.07.2016 – 20.08.2016 19.08.2016

13.11.2016 – 03.12.2016 03.12.2016

Arts, Literature & Culture Course overview

This course is designed for the sophisticated, intellectual student who has a passion for learning, already has a good level of English and would like a highly structured two week course.

The course will include 50 hours of tuition over a 10 day period. The course will be divided into three main areas:

● Literature Analysis ● Writing Workshop● Arts and Culture

By the end of the course, students will have developed and consolidated their knowledge of English arts, literature and culture. They will have improved their critical awareness of selected material enabling them to discuss and debate topics with confidence. Finally, they will have developed their ability to research, select and adapt useful materials and resources.

Every student will also receive a weekly coaching session. This is an individual, tailor-made 15 minute meeting and is used to help students achieve their course objectives.

Course Components

Literature AnalysisStudents will study extracts of classic and modern texts. Sessions will include an analysis of stylistic traits, the language of literary commentary and critique and discussions on the social context. Writing WorkshopThis is a creative and interactive session in which the student will put into practice the themes and techniques already analysed. Students will look in depth into poetry, genre and literary strategies, cast a critical eye over the different authors and publishers and consolidate what they have learnt by doing it all themselves.

Arts and CultureThis will include a critical look at art and photography, a critique of modern cinema and television and whether these are defined by, or define our culture. Theatre will also be examined. Finally, a taste of British music as a culture carrier will be discussed; viewing the lyrics as modern poetry and how this compares with more traditional prose.

Cultural ProgrammeThe cultural visits will complement the content of the course, enabling students to experience first hand what they have been discussing. Activities will include a theatre trip, visits to the Scottish National Galleries, a literary tour of Edinburgh and events at the Edinburgh International Book Festival.

Course dates

Start Date Duration

07.08.16 2 weeks

21.08.16 2 weeks

Sample Timetable

08:45-09:00 Plenary

09:00-10:00 Literature Analysis

10:00-10:15 Break

10:15-11:15 Literature Analysis

11:15-11:30 Break

11:30-12:30 Writing Workshop

12:30-13:30 Lunch

13:30-14:30 Arts and Culture

14:30-14:45 Break

14:45-15:45 Arts and Culture

INDIVIDUAL TUITION PROGRAMME

Individual Tuition

Individual tuition offers you a programme which is designed precisely to your own unique requirements. This means you make the maximum possible progress because the teacher is able to focus on your needs and your personal learning style in every lesson.

● It’s a tailor-made programme so you will make maximum progress. ● Tuition is individually matched to your requirements so you can focus

on your specific tuition needs. ● Flexible number of hours per week suit your schedule

You can choose from 30, 25, 20 and 15 hours per week and start on any Monday throughout the year, so that your course fits in with your life.

Throughout the day you can supplement your lessons with self-study in our quiet areas. This helps to consolidate the work done during lessons. Teachers set self-study exercises and give direction and guidance for students to maximise their consolidation time between lessons.

This programme is ideal for you if:

● You need to improve your Englishlanguage skills for specific purposes e.g. English for finance,

IT, pharmaceuticals, the legal profession and more

● You have time constrains andneed to make rapid progress.

● You require extra focus when preparing for a Cambridge exam or IELTS test.

● You have unique learning requirements.

● You are a true beginner.

All our group programmes can be supplemented with 1:1 tuition. Teachers are chosen for their experience in or professional background knowledge of the subject areas.

Homestay Accommodation

Accommodation Fees

You can choose from a standard option or an executive Homestay. With the Executive option you will have a

private bathroom.

Taxi Transfers

If you would like to make use of this service please be sure

to book in advance.

Homestay Accommodation Living with a family is a good way to practise your English outside the classroom and experience the

British way of life. Your host family will provide you with a comfortable room, breakfast and dinner.

Location Most host families live in residential areas around the city with easy access to the school. It is very

common in Edinburgh for people to travel between 20 to 40 minutes by bus to and from school or

work.

Your Host Family You may stay with a family with children, a single person, a retired couple or a young couple. Many

different types of people enjoy hosting foreign students. To ensure that we find the best family for

you, please inform us about any special requirements well in advance.

Once we find the right host family for you, we will send you the address and a brief description of the

family no later then 1 week before your course starts.

Quality The Accommodation Officer personally visits each

host family to ensure that the highest standards are maintained and we keep in close contact with the

family during your stay. The Accommodation Officer will make sure everything runs smoothly and is

always available to speak to you.

Services Your room is cleaned once a week and bedding and towels are also changed weekly. Your laundry can be

done twice a week.

Internet Internet is available at most of our host families. You can also purchase a wireless connection from any of the mobile telephone providers which will give you your own unlimited internet access. You can also use free Wi-Fi connection at the school.

Arrival We can organise a taxi transfer from any of the

major airports in the UK to your homestay accommodation. If you arrive at your host family independently, please inform us about your arrival time and your host family will greet you at home.

Would you like to enjoy independent living in the heart of the city? Choose our self catering residence in Tollcross!

Only twenty-five minutes walk from school and bustling Princes Street, the residence is ideally based for convenience and the best that Edinburgh has to offer. There are shops, bars and supermarkets on

your doorstep, as well as the student-friendly area of Tollcross.

Ensuite Summer Residence

Accommodation

Every apartment has four to seven ensuite rooms with a small double

bed and study space. You will share a comfortable living

area and kitchen with your flatmates, which is well equipped

with everything you need including television and internet

access.

What to expect

Your apartment includes bedding, towels, all kitchen utensils, television and internet. There is also a weekly clean, although you will be responsible for keeping things tidy.

There are laundry facilities in the building, along with an excellent social area.