TRENDING AT MAGISTER ACADEMY

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

SKYPE LESSONS

ON-SITE RESIDENCE

POP UP LESSONS

PARASAILING

STUDY GROUP

WELCOME PARTY

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Kick-start your learning journey or keep on building on your progress.

Live with people from all over the world, right on top of the school!

Enjoy a fun environment to learn outside of the classroom.

Enjoy views of the Maltese coast from high up in the sky! Or choose another of our daily activities!

Join an afternoon study group under teacher supervision and boost your progress.

Enjoy the free party every Monday and get to know your classmates.

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Welcome and thank you for taking the time to get to know Magister Academy.

Magister Academy was founded in 1993 and for more than 25 years we have been teaching and mentoring students to become the success story they want to be. It gives us great pleasure to be involved in the wonderful futures our students create for themselves. We believe that every student that crosses our threshold will take something very special away with them, not just a new language skill but memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

CONTENTS

IT’S ALL ABOUT LOCATION

5 REASONS TO CHOOSE MALTA

5 REASONS TO CHOOSE MAGISTER

THE SCHOOL

OUR TEACHING METHODOLOGY

OUR COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

LEISURE

TESTIMONIALS

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WELCOME TO MAGISTER ACADEMY

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IT’S ALL ABOUT LOCATION

Magister Academy is located in one of Malta’s most luxurious residential areas. St. Julian’s is a touristic town situated along the coast known for its mouth-watering restaurant and luxury hotels. It is right next to the heart of the Maltese nightlife scene, Paceville. Spinola Bay, a picturesque fishing bay, is less than 200m from Magister Academy. From here there are bus connections to all of Malta including Valletta, the country’s baroque capital, which is only 20 minutes away by public transport.

In the vicinity of the school there is everything you could possibly need. From supermarkets to pharmacies to beaches and the longest promenade in Malta.

SPINOLA BAYCLUBS AND BARS ST. GEORGE’S BAY10 MIN WALK 5 MIN WALK 10 MIN WALK

St Julian’s from above

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BESTLOCATIONS IN MALTA

SHOPPING COMPLEX RESTAURANTS AND CAFES NEAREST BUS STOP10 MIN WALK 2 MIN WALK 5 MIN WALK

BUS STATIONBUS STATIONS

SUPERMARKETS

RESTAURANTS & BARS

CASINO

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ST GEORGE’S BAY

BAY STREET SHOPPING CENTER / CINEMA

FITNESS CENTRE

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Spinola Bay - a 2 minutes walk from the school

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5 REASONS TO CHOOSE

MALTA

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PERFECT LOCATIONOur beautiful island is situated in the middle of the sunny Mediterranean. Over 34 airlines regularly fly into Malta’s national airport making our island easily accessible.

LANGUAGEEnglish is an official language in Malta and most of the locals are bilingual. The Maltese are known for being kind and welcoming so you’re sure to feel at home.

AFFORDABLE LIVINGBoth groceries and dining out are very affordable in Malta, a night out does not need to cost you an arm and a leg.

SAFETYMalta was ranked the safest country for women in Europe in 2019.

WEATHERWith an average of 300 days of sunshine per year combined with amazing sandy and rocky beaches and beautiful hiking spots, Malta is a must-visit country.

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BASIC LUNCH

€4

CUP OF COFFEE

€1.50

LITRE OF WATER

€0.75

CLUB ENTRANCE

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1.5 LITRES OF SOFT DRINK

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WEEKLY PUBLIC TRANSPORT TICKET

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COST OF LIVING

Popular beach in Malta

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5 REASONS TO CHOOSE MAGISTER

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LOCATIONBeautiful location, everything you need near by and well connected to the rest of the island, need we say more?

TEACHERSMalta is the only country in the EU where English teaching as a foreign language is regulated. All teachers require a teaching qualification, continuous training and a permit to be able to teach. On top of this, most of our teachers at Magister Academy are at least CELTA qualified.

RESIDENCEOn-site residence, literally right above the school. You can wake up, have breakfast and go downstairs for your lessons.

FREE TIMEExciting leisure programmes available with the school. There is a new programme every week, so you have the opportunity to plan your free time.

VALUEBest value for money guaranteed.

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When I first came here I had some people from Magister pick me up, they were really nice and they gave me a lot of useful information.The English course itself was great and everyone working at the Academy is professional and kind.I definitely suggest coming here,

I learned a lot, had a great time and met wonderful people. I also absolutely recommend seeing the other islands as well as Malta itself, you won’t regret it.

Riccardo Ternullo

THE SCHOOL

Magister Academy is open all year round and is designed to cater for adult students. The school is bright and airy with air-conditioning throughout the entire building. The classrooms are neat and comfortable with interactive boards and projectors available. Our friendly and professional staff are ready to make your stay a productive and enjoyable experience.

One of our greatest assets is our onsite residence right above the classrooms along with the fantastic roof terrace. Read more on pages 22 - 23.

SCHOOL FACTS

AGE MIX

FOUNDED1993

SCHOOL CAPACITY120 10

CLASSROOMS MIN AGE18

VENDING MACHINE AVAILABLE

COMPUTER ACCESS AT SCHOOL

FREE WIFI STUDYROOM AVAILABLE 24/7

37%18 - 24

27%25 - 29

19%30 - 39

8%40 - 49

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NATIONALITY MIX

ITALYCOLOMBIA

JAPAN

BRAZIL

GERMANY

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RUSSIA

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COMPANY VISION

OUR TEAM STRIVES TO PROVIDE THE HIGHEST QUALITY

PERSONAL SERVICE WHILST MAINTAINING AFFORDABLE

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TEACHING METHODOLOGY

THE MAGISTER ACADEMY WAY

LOCATION• Being in an English-speaking destination enables students to learn inside and outside of the

classroom

• Experiencing the rich culture of the Maltese Islands is something special in itself with plenty of learning opportunities

ONE OF THE BEST WAYS TO LEARN ENGLISH IS TO

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE LANGUAGE. FOR THIS

REASON WE PROMOTE SPEAKING ENGLISH BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOMS IN ORDER TO GET THE MOST OUT

OF YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE.

OUR TEACHERS• Benefit from in-house teacher training for

continuous development

• Are fully-qualified and licensed by the ELT Council. Most are also CELTA qualified

• Are monitored through observations and student feedback

IN THE CLASSROOM• Modern course books

• Audio visual examples

• Authentic material

• Interactive whiteboards

• Projectors

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WHAT WE PROMISE YOU• Lessons based on up-to-date teaching

methods

• Lessons tailored to your interests, strengths and needs

• Short and long-term goals for you to strive towards

• The opportunity to learn in a challenging environment which is both communicative and interactive

CEFR• A curriculum based on the common

European Framework of Reference for Languages so you can easily pick up and continue your learning after your stay at Magister Academy

• A written and oral test to make sure you are placed in the most appropriate level on your first day. You will also have the opportunity to progress through the levels during your stay

CEFR LEVELS

A 1

A 2

B 1

B 2

C 1

C 2

The average time to complete a level as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is eight to twelve weeks.

Beginner

Elementary

Intermediate

Upper-Intermediate

Advanced

Proficiency

My experience at Magister Academy was unforgettable, fantastic. Great teachers and staff.

It was really a period that I will carry forever in my my heart, I recommend Magister Academy to everyone!

Luisella Apuzzo

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This course is ideal for students wanting to improve and perfect their everyday English.

Whether you are at elementary or advanced level, the General English programme will enhance and improve your skills through reading, writing, listening and speaking.

By using real-life situations, you will gain a better understanding of the language and its grammar rules, and ultimately giving you more confidence during conversations.

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ENGLISHA beginner to advanced course to improve your English comprehension, grammar, writing and speaking skills.

Speak English with confidence

wherever you go

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My experience at Magister was really exciting. My English class helped me to improve grammar and speaking thanks to the teacher who is very good at getting all the students involved.

Gloria Cutala

I would like to thank my teachers for all the support that they gave me throughout this month. Their intelligence and positivity helped me improve my abilities and increase my confidence in using English. Also, I want to thank the staff who helped me with all of my questions with great patience and kindness!

Thanks Magister, SEE YOU SOON! :)

Daraine Belehior

Blue Laggon in Comino

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If you have limited time, or simply want to have additional lessons each day, the Intensive English programmme adds an extra 7.5 hours per week to your General English course.

These afternoon lessons focus on skills practice, and will allow you to gain confidence and grow your vocabulary in a shorter period of time.

INTENSIVE ENGLISH

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A course with increased focus on speaking and listening to build your confidence in day-to-day conversations.

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I’ve never had such a great time! I have done the right choice and can say that Magister Academy is a useful experience.

Our teacher is really friendly and prepared to help us learn and improve our English. The staff is also always available and quick to help everyone with whatever we need.English courses have helped me a

lot, I thank Eva, she made the lessons interesting and her way of teaching makes sure that you keep the vocabulary in mind in the future.

Sabrina Cristello

Alfio Puglisi

Popeye Village - A rainbow of colour on the cliffs

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If you have a good general understanding of English but you feel out of your depth in business settings or if you need to perfect your English for a specific reason then the Business English course is ideal for you.

The classes are smaller, meaning that you can plan your course together with our highly qualified teachers to suit your specific needs. If you do not know exactly what you want there is also a Business English course book available for guidance.

BUSINESS ENGLISHLearn key skills to evolve and succeed with English in everyday business settings, with a task and topic based course, designed to provide a flexible learning programme.

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Gain skills and

confidence to boost your

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I chose the Business English course. The course was very good with a good balance between conversation and exercises. The teacher was always helpful and explained everything very well, paying attention to pronunciation (which I liked). I enjoyed the lessons and learned a lot.

Martina Engels

I have really enjoyed my classes. I find sharing information about my culture with other students really interesting and our teacher was able to create a very nice environment for us.

Elena Sanchez

Valletta - The capital of Malta

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Private lessons are ideal if you want individual attention and support, and want to make significant progress in the shortest time possible.

Each lesson is tailor-made to meet your needs, and can focus on anything from examination preparation through to presentations and public speaking.

ONE TO ONE LESSONSDuring these lessons you will receive individual attention, personalised support and will be able to focus entirely on your own needs and at your own pace.

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Significant progress in a very short time for any

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LESSONS PER WEEK(15 HOURS)

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I also took a private lesson. It was easy to understand with my teacher. I learned English better because of it. I recommend to take some private lessons, if you want to learn English very well.

Yumika Harigae

The English course was a fantastic experience: We learnt English with fun lessons. The teacher also was great and very cool.

Alessio Isaia

Balluta Bay - a 10 minute walk

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Can’t travel, tied up with work or studies? Magister Academy has the best solution for you!

Book tailor-made Skype lessons delivered by our qualified ELT teachers. These lessons are designed just for you based on your level and individual needs. Skype lessons can also be booked as an add-on to the main course if you want to continue learning English when you go back home.

As with one-to-one lessons, private lessons for two enables you and your student partner to study and improve your language skills at the same time.

Whether for personal use or for specific language skills, two-to-one lessons focus on your needs and requirements.

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SKYPE LESSONS

Keep learning wherever you are.

LESSONS PER WEEK (45 MIN EACH)

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I was just studying one week and the experience was really nice. Carlo is an amazing teacher and his classes were so funny and creative. I made real good friends in the class and I’m sure we’re all learning a lot.

I’m here as an influencer and travel blogger and it’s really important in my case to live in Malta as an entire experience so I can share it with my followers in Latin America, it’s been crazy! Every one is asking me all the time about Malta, the places to visit, how’s the school, the cost of living and my job here is to convince them of coming to Malta.

I recommend this experience 100%, Malta is a paradise if you want to travel and spend a season in Europe, also, a nice, small and quiet place to live while you study English!

Thank you Magister for the opportunity.

Juan José Lopez Chica

Riviera - Best sunset in Malta

Fireworks in Valletta

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MONDAY

THURSDAY

LEISURE

You will find an updated leisure programme at reception every Monday. Each week we have a variety of different activities both in the morning and in the afternoon. Follow @magisteracademy on Instagram or facebook for the latest activities.

We have put together a sample 1-week programme which shows a typical week in summer.

WEEKLY PROGRAMME ON FACEBOOK

@MAGISTERACADEMY

VALLETTA TOUR

ST PETER’S POOL

MDINA VISIT

FREE WELCOME PARTY

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In Malta you will find plenty of things to do no matter what your interests are. This does not just include the summer months, it stretches way into our very mild winters which offers the perfect environment to go sightseeing.

There is Rock Climbing, Scuba Diving, Walking Trails, Shopping, Spas and that doesn’t even scratch the surface of all the things you can do in Malta all year round!

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TESTIMONIALS

I had a great time in Malta. I stayed in the Magister Academy in my own bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. The school staff and the security guards are very friendly and the facilities of the school are good. The transfer to the airport is also well-organized.The English courses are very interesting. We always had a lot of fun and I improved my English. The teachers are very patient and intelligent. What I like most about the school is the terrace, so I recommed choosing Magister Academy as your accomodation. I made a lot of friends from different countries and we explored Malta together. My favourite places are Paradise Bay, Popeye Village, Ghain Tuffieha and Blue Grotto. I’m very happy that I chose Malta for my time abroad and I will recommend Malta, St Julian’s and the school to everyone when I’m back in Germany.Thank you for the great time!

Verena Katharina Piepenstock

I’m glad that I chose Magister Academy to improve my English.When I arrived I was so excited and nervous but I had such a great welcome on my first day. Since the school is small, everybody knows everybody and I felt like being part of a family.The techers are very creative. That’s what makes us to look fordward to study ing everyday. They are helpful, patient and care about their students.The cleaner told me on my first day that I should not afraid because this place could be magic.Now, I know what she meant.

Thank you for being my “Magic Place”!Jessica Lemke

I really liked staying at the residence and enjoyed meeting people on the terrace after class. The accommodation was good, and so were the course and teachers. My overall experience was great, and I improved my speaking immensely because of the multicultural groups of people here

Malena Ludwig

All the teachers and staff members are really kind, friendly and welcoming. This means that if you have a problem or some kind of difficulty they can help you because they really care about your well-being. The classes are really diverse and because the teachers are well-trained they are careful to do a lot of different activities to help us focus and learn more.

Andrea Garcia Arango

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NOTES

The English course was very interesting for me because I learned a lot of new words and I had the chance to practice English with people of different nationalities. What’s more, I had the opportunity to join the Business English course for one week where I learnt new phrases and other language related to jobs.My teachers are very good at their jobs, they are fun and friendly and I had a good time in the classes here at Magister.

Victor Macarrilla Garces

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