Kaplan International: Bournemouth
130-136 Poole Road, Bournemouth, BH4 9EF, uk
Kaplan International: Bournemouth
Long-term language programmes which allow you to achieve maximum fluency whilst immersing yourself in the language and culture of another country.
This programme is right for you if:
• You are aiming to achieve fluency in English
• You want an intensive focus on all language skills with quick results
• You would like flexible learning material, excellent communication between you and your teachers and continuous learning assessment
• You would like to receive a Kaplan Academic Semester or Year certificate at the end of your course
Each week you will receive 20 lessons of General English, 8 Specific Skills lessons, and 7 sessions of Structured Study
General English classes
Your General English classes will initially focus on making sure that you are able to communicate effectively in everyday English. A wide-ranging syllabus will then develop your overall linguistic skills, helping you to read, write and speak English with confidence and clarity.
Specific Skills classes
These vary from school to school but may include:
— Current Affairs
— English for Business
— Academic English
— TOEFL/IELTS Exam Preparation
— Writing and Vocabulary
— Speaking and Pronunciation
— Idioms
— Local Culture
— Literature
— Film Studies
Structured Study
Your Structured Study sessions help you to reinforce what you have learned and improve the areas where you need most practice by using selected books, online language exercises and interactive computer programmes.
Optional Internship
If your English level is high enough, you may decide to gain job skills and practise your English in a real working environment by including an unpaid internship placement as part of your programme. Your internship will replace some of your classes above. An example structure for your Academic Year could be 2 terms of classes as above, followed by an internship placement in your final term. Internships may also be made available on an Academic Semester programme if you have an appropriate visa.
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar
Kaplan International does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 12 students |
Maximum | 15 students |
Age range | 16 years old and older |
Kaplan International Bournemouth has a vibrant and lively atmosphere, a comprehensive range of Kaplan courses on offer, first-class learning facilities and a great location in the seaside town of Bournemouth.
Bournemouth is one of the most popular seaside resorts in England. Summer shows, great nightlife, and excellent shopping all make Bournemouth a year-round destination for tourists. With seven miles of beautiful golden beaches, this town is also very popular with international language students.
The nationality and age mix at Kaplan International: Bournemouth varies over different time periods, courses and levels.
Kaplan International 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.
Kaplan International Bournemouth has a vibrant and lively atmosphere, a comprehensive range of Kaplan courses on offer, first class learning facilities and a great location in the seaside town of Bournemouth.
Bournemouth is one of the most popular seaside resorts in England. Summer shows, great nightlife and excellent shopping all make Bournemouth a year-round destination for tourists. With seven miles of beautiful golden beaches, this town is also very popular with international language students.
The college was built in the 1960s. It is a modern building with three floors and is situated in the area of Westbourne, roughly 5 minutes by bus from Bournemouth town centre. The college is located on a main street and has a lovely patio at the back.
The Bournemouth College is an official IELTS Test centre for Kaplan students only. It is also a Cambridge computer based test centre for KET, PET, FCE and CAE, ensuring exams are taken at college in familiar surroundings.
I was staying in the Kaplan living Residence. The location was quite good, very central. Sadly, the school was quite far away from the residence. The infrastructure at the residence was very bad. There were 3 dryers and washing machines for over 1000 students. The Kitchen was dirty, one of the worst kitchen I'd ever seen. I spoke to the reception and was told that was the problem of the residents, even though I had just arrived and never used the kitchen. There was one vacuum cleaner available, again, for all the 1000 students. Everything I needed to clean the Kitchen, what I had to do myself, was bought by me. The next week the kitchen was dirty again, and I complained, and they didn't do anything to address the issue.
Over my whole stay, 2 months, there were construction works ongoing. I wasn't informed when I booked my room. The workers were very noisy, drilling and hammering until 6 pm at least. You couldn't get a quiet second to safe your life. They also worked in front the windows, so you didn't have any privacy either.
On one occasion I was sent an email telling me that I had to leave the residence tomorrow at 10 am, although I had paid for 3 more weeks. I was told they had double booked some rooms and it was the schools fault, and I should see where I could stay. It was a pain to figure out what was happening. I talked to someone at the school to solve the issue, Weiwei, and she was playing a game on her phone when talking to me. I finally had to change my room after being left without any information for over 72 hours. In my new room there was no electricity on any plug.
On an other occasion, the laundry room was renovated. It took them 5 days, planned was 1. We did not get informed in advance and were forced to hand wash our clothes or using them dirty.
The school on the other hand was very boring. It came to no surprise when I noticed that every book they used was over 9 years old. It wasn't the teachers fault, they just tried to make the best out of it.
I was in the C1/C2 class, but the level was fluctuating between the students so that I got very bored because I often had to wait for lower level students who took way longer to understand or finish a topic/exercise. I talked to multiple teachers about the issue and they said they couldn't do anything because I was at the highest level already and the school was not willing to open new classes.
I also asked to do a C2 Cambridge proficiency exam, and it took the school 2 months to tell me there wasn't one available until November. I also did mock exams which I was asked to do, and handed them in, but never got them back with corrections even though I was told I would.
I payed over 5000 CHF for my 2 month stay. Absolutely wasted money. Unprofessional and overpriced.
Would not recommend at all. Save your money please.
Everything was beautiful, though the Institute needs some development in learning, recreational facilities, and restoration of furniture.
Show details » Read more...First I was in an afternoon class but after a week I changed. I just couldn't listen to the lessons. The morning classes' teachers (the first two) was a bit bad. I learnt present perfect for two weeks, that was really boring. The best teacher was the entensive's. I really liked it. I've never bored. Inshort it was a great holiday for me and I happy with it.
Show details » Read more...I've been learning english since I was 6. I learned almost everthing about the grammar, butIi couldn't speak. I've never spoken with someone in english. But once I arrived here I started to speak it, well I was forced to do it, and now I can keep a good conversation with someone. I've met many friends and it's incredible and really funny going out with school mates from different countries. What about teachers? They are very very funny as well! I've improved and at the same time enjoyed a lot! Bournemouth is a very beautiful city (or town, even now I can't understand what the difference is), and the school is not so far from my homestay...every day I can choose if catch the bus or go on foot! Well not really every day because as you know here it is always raining.
I've been here during the period of winter, that's why they didn't promote lots of activities, they should do more things, they might promote inside sports. Fortunately I've been staying in the most beautiful homestay ever! I've improved a lot also with them.
I had a good experience and I have certainly improved my English.
Show details » Read more...My name is Khamit. I have been studying for 3 months at Kaplan Aspect (Pre-master course). So, within this period I have gotten some knowledge about Business and IELTS skills. Also, I was obtaining some language support lessons.
It is quite difficult to reach a conclusion about this college however I am tempted to say that during the time which I have been in College, I achieved almost everything that I planned. So I want to emphasize here that there was a huge number of foreign students who helped me to achieve a great improvement in speaking skills. Additionally, there are many qualified teachers who are always ready to help you. However, there are some rules that you have to mainly follow after. The biggest advantage in Bournemouth is location because it is situated next to the ocean. It has remarkable appearance!
On the other hand, there are some weaknesses in facilities. In fact, it is too small a city and there is a huge quantity of elderly people, hence, industry of entertainment has a medium level. Also, it is quite expensive to rent some accommodation in comparison with other parts of the UK.
To sum up, if you come here to obtain just some knowledge, it would be the right place. But, if you want to get social experience, it would be a little bit boring. However, it is just my point of view.
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Bournemouth. These homes are often between 25 - 50 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 16 - 17. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Student residences often do not include any meal plan. Learn more about student residence accommodation
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 Kaplan International . 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. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 40 when you register.
The school offers airport pickup services. If you wish to be picked up, just give us your flight details and arrival date. The price of a one-way airport transfer from London Heathrow Airport is £ 125. You must book your airport transfer in advance when you register.
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 Bournemouth based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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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