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The right program to prepare me for my future...

Name: Alexandra AshikhminaHome: Ekaterinburg, RussiaEF School: LondonEF Program: University Placement & Preparation

Why EF Academic Year Abroad?My main reason for coming to EF London was to prepare for a quality university education in the United Kingdom. EF camehighly recommended as both a language school and for its university placement services. And, you can’t beat the school’sexcellent location. Most importantly EF offered me the right program along with placement support to prepare me for higher education at Middlesex University.

The future?I plan to study to be a journalist. I hope that an English univer-sity education will open the doors to a meaningful career ininternational journalism.

Take home invaluable international exposure

Your EF Academic Year Abroad starts here:OUR TEACHING METHODOver 40 years of excellence . . . . . . . . . 4EF – leading the way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Much more than a language course . . . 6Your EF certificates and credits. . . . . . . 7Complete fluency in nine months . . . . . 8My typical day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Subjects for every taste . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Track your progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Accommodation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Activities & Freetime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

EF EXCLUSIVE PROGRAMSEF General Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10EF Intensive Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10EF Exam Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11EF Pre-MBA Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11EF University Preparation & Placement 11

EF CAREER PROGRAMSEF Master Business English . . . . . . . . 13EF Master English for Media & Art . . . . 13EF Master English for IT . . . . . . . . . . . 13EF Master English for Hotel & Tourism . . . 13EF Internship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

EF SCHOOLS - UNITED KINGDOM, IRELAND & MALTA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Oxford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22London. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Cambridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Brighton International House . . . . . . . 26 Brighton Regency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Manchester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Bournemouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Dublin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Torquay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31St Julian’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

EF SCHOOLS - NORTH AMERICA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32New York – Fordham University . . . . . 34Boston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Washington, D.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Miami Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

San Diego – Alliant Int’l University . 38Santa Barbara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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San Francisco – Mills College . . . . . . . 42Seattle – Evergreen State College. . . . 43

Vancouver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Toronto. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

EF SCHOOLS - AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND & SOUTH AFRICA. . 46Sydney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Melbourne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Brisbane. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Perth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Auckland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Cape Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

BEYOND ENGLISH WITH EF . . . . . . 53Paris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Malaga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Barcelona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Costa Rica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Quito . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Munich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Shanghai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

EF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES EF Travel Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61EF Multi-Language Year . . . . . . . . . . . 62EF International Language Schools . . 64Other EF Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Enrollment Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Enrollment Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Let EF prepareyou for the world The world is waiting for you, but are you ready? Combine

language and academic studies at any of our over 40 schools

abroad – you can be fluent and ready to conquer today’s

international challenges in just nine months!

WELCOME TO EF

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Luzern WienZürich Budapest

MilanoLjubljana

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ValenciaLisboa

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Madrid Istanbul

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Fantastic schools and great locations

Every EF language school – whether in a historic

mansion, a beachfront villa, or university campus-

boasts excellent educational facilities filled with the

latest in learning technology. Located in the heart of

world-class cities, most of our schools have wire-

less Internet access – study and keep in touch

with friends back home from anywhere.

Internationally recognized courses

The superior quality of both our academics and our

facilities has earned us the respect of prestigious moni-

toring bodies around the world. Our schools are accre-

dited and rigorously inspected by organizations such as

the British Council, EAQUALS, ACCET, NEAS, and

many other government-approved education bodies.

The most effective way to learn a language

Developed by linguists and professors, the EF

Efekta™ System accelerates your ability to learn by

combining expert, communication-based teaching

with innovative technology. At your EF school you’ll

benefit from our specially trained teachers along with

our own EF textbooks and dynamic curriculum that

are synchronized with interactive online tutorials and

Efekta™ PodMovies. In nine months our unique

method ensures that you gain a new level of language

fluency and a greater depth of cultural understanding.

Gain credentials to last a lifetime!

EF is one of the only language schools to have univer-

sity-certified courses that are also eligible for US col-

lege credit. In partnership with Southern New

Hampshire University (SNHU), EF students can

receive college credit for specific courses.

Build your knowledge with academic subjects

Adding a whole new dimension to your course, aca-

demic subjects are an important element of your pro-

gram. Place your language and studies into a wider

social and intellectual context by applying your new

language skills in academic courses that will help you

in your future profession or later at university.

Friends from 100 countries

Thanks to our expansive global network of schools and

offices, only EF can create such a diverse international

community of students, hailing from 100 countries.

The life-long friends you make inevitably become one

of the highlights of your EF Academic Year Abroad.

EF every step of the way

Dedicated EF staff take the worry and hassle out of

study abroad planning. We arrange every detail of your

course – from visa assistance and airport transfer to

arranging your requested accommodation, so you can

focus on enjoying your program.

Leading the way –EF Academic Year Abroad Since 1965, EF has excelled in language training. Virtually no

other organization has the same experience, the same com-

mitment to language learning, or the same international scope.

WELCOME TO EF

Modern, welcoming facilities with Wi-Fi wireless Internet. Top school locations in world-class cities.

EF Boston

Teachers trained in our unique EF Efekta™ method.

Spend an EF Academic Year or Semester Abroad following an efficient program of language and academic studies. IN LANGUAGE LEARN

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ELLENCE

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Over 40 years of quality language education abroad

1965

Bertil Hult takes a small group ofSwedish stu-dents to studyEnglish in Eng-land. EF Educa-tion is founded.

1970

During the 70’s,EF expands rapidly, openingoffices in Germany, France,Italy, Japan andMexico.

1979

EF’s first school in England isaccredited byARELS, todayEnglishUK. EF’sfirst textbookseries is published.

1983

EF opens its firstNorth Americanschool in SanDiego, California.In 1985, EF logsits 1,000,000 student.

1987

All school admin-istration is com-puterized by EF’stailor made sys-tem. EF’s firstnon-Englishschool opens inMunich, Germany.

1993

EF English Firstbecomes the firstforeign languageschool allowedinto Shanghai.

1995

EF’s Researchand DevelopmentLab, together withApple Computer,set up a project toinvestigate com-puter-aided lan-guage learning.

1999

EF introduces the custom-madeEnglish@EFseries of text-books, which goon to win numer-ous awards.

2003

EF’s chairman andfounder, Bertil Hult,becomes main bene-factor of the ArthurD. Little School ofManagement, todayHult InternationalBusiness School.

2005

EF celebratesits 40thanniversary and unveils theEfekta™ LanguageLearning System.

Future

You wanted newschools? We’veheard you, andare planning arecord number ofopenings in citiessuch as Oxfordand Cape Town .

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“iLab exerciseshelp me get aheadand to make themost out of class”

Name: Shingo Miyamura Age: 24 years oldFrom: Osaka, JapanEF School: BournemouthEF Course: Academic Year withIELTS Preparation Course

Why EF? I came to EF because Iwanted to improve my English sothat I could realize a major careerchange. I liked the size of the EFBournemouth school – smallenough to get the attention I need-ed to improve my English and bigenough to meet students from allover the world.

What part of the EF method doenjoy the most? I like using theiLab to practice and review. It really helps that there is a linkbetween what we learn in classand what exercises are available inthe iLab. By keeping up on myiLab exercises I can make themost out of my time in class. Ibelieve this is a good way for meto learn quite efficiently.

Intensive language acquisition

Your EF lessons are designed to give you a fundamen-

tal understanding of the language you are studying and

to improve your proficiency. Taught by experienced

teachers, lessons help you acquire written and conver-

sational skills through class discussions, written exercis-

es, group work and sessions in our innovative, multi-

media language labs (iLabs). You can also enhance your

progress even more outside of the classroom – anytime,

anywhere with the Efekta™ PodMovies.

Academic studies

Once you have sufficient language skills to enable you

to participate in academic studies you can enroll in sub-

jects of your choice (see page 9 for samples). Courses

combine classroom teaching with lectures, group dis-

cussions, study visits and creative project work.

Pass an international exam

Proof of your language proficiency is key to your

professional success. That’s why over 90% of EF

Academic Year students take an internationally recog-

nized exam. Our team of experienced and highly

skilled instructors help you prepare for exams such as:

TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, the Cambridge Exams,

DELF, or TestDaF.

Prepare for university abroad

Depending whether you would like to pursue a bach-

elor, master, or an MBA, we offer you university

placement lessons to equip you with the required

skills. We guarantee admission to EF’s Preferred

Network of schools in the UK, North America,

Australia and New Zealand.

Gain valuable work experience

Our Internship program (page 14) prepares you for

the real-world work environment and places you with

the best organization to meet your professional goals.

Live the language

Immerse yourself in your host culture by staying in an

EF homestay or enjoy the multicultural environment

of our International Houses and college campuses.

Much more than alanguage courseLet us help you reach your goals! Return home with language

credentials, academic knowledge, university preparation, work

experience, new friends and memories to last a lifetime!

Gain all theskills and helpyou need tosucceed at uni-versity fromexam prepara-tion to gettingexpert admis-sions assis-tance.

Inspire your language studies with academic subjects rangingfrom marketing or history to popular culture and literature. Or,are you ready for an exam preparation course?

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EF ACADEMIC YEAR DIPLOMAAll successful EF Academic YearAbroad students receive the EF Diploma, proof that you’vecompleted a nine month courseof study with us.

EF COURSE REPORTThis official document lists all thecourses you have taken and themarks you received during yourstudies at EF and grades yourexposure to your host country’slanguage, culture, history, poli-tics, literature and art.

EF LANGUAGE ASSESSMENTYou will receive a detailed accountof your linguistic ability in listening,speaking, reading and writing.

EF CERTIFICATE OF INTERNSHIPUse your developing languageskills in the workplace abroadand get documented work expe-rience. At the end of your intern-ship, receive a Certificate ofInternational Internship. Studentsin the UK, Australia and NewZealand also receive a UCLEScertificate, please see page 15.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCYEXAMINATION RESULTSWith EF’s schools of English, youcan prepare for an internationallyrecognized official English profi-ciency exam, such as Cambridge,TOEFL, IELTS and many others.Many EF students even choose totake two exams during their nine-

month course. For more informa-tion on EF’s expert ExaminationPreparation, please see page 11.

INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGEEXAMINATION RESULTSStudents at our non-Englishschools have a variety of localexaminations available offeringinternational recognition. Fordetailed information on whatexams are offered at your schoolsee the individual pages for ourFrench, Spanish, German, Italianand Chinese schools.

USA UNIVERSITY TRANSFER CREDITStudents at EF schools aroundthe world can receive US univer-sity transfer credit through

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU).

USA COLLEGE CREDIT More advanced students study-ing in the US can also opt to earnUS college credit through directenrollment in college or universitycourses while at EF. Please con-tact your us for more informationon this option.

UNIVERSITY ACADEMICCERTIFICATEOpt to receive a certificate statingthat all EF course programs arecertified by Southern New Hamp-shire University, an accreditedmember of the New EnglandAssociation of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

Your EF certificatesOfficial documents recognized by employers, universities and government authorities around the world.

You’ll benefit from EF’s own series of textbooks with over 100units and complimentary EF Grammar Guides for each level.

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Individualized attention

EF’s personalized attention begins as soon as you con-

tact your local EF representative. During a free con-

sultation with one of our educational counselors, we

assess your current language abilities to help you de-

termine which EF school and course best suits your

needs and interests. Once at your school, the

Efekta™ Fluency Test accurately identifies your

strengths and weaknesses. During your course, your

EF Advisor helps devise your academic plan and

checks in with you regularly to ensure you are meet-

ing your goals.

Exceptional teachers

We know the difference a great teacher makes in lan-

guage learning. All EF teachers hold specialist teach-

ing qualifications and have an average of seven years

of teaching experience. Additionally, all are trained in

the EF Efekta™ System. But, what makes EF teach-

ers truly exceptional is that they are hand-selected for

their personality, enthusiasm, creativity – and their

commitment to sharing your success.

The widest selection of academic subjects

During your EF Academic Year Abroad, take lessons of

your choice in addition to general language instruc-

tion. This way, build your language fluency at the same

time that you build your knowledge in topics that gen-

uinely interest you. See a list of samples on p. 9.

The EF Efekta™ iLab – reinforce your learning

Traditional language lab learning often means studying

by yourself with books and audio tapes – but not at EF!

We have equipped our schools with hundreds of com-

puters and state-of-the-art multimedia language labs

(iLabs), offering interactive tutorials. These on-line

tutorials are synchronized with both your EF textbook

units and your face-to-face classroom topics. When

questions arise, your teacher is there in the iLab to help.

Have fun learning with the Efekta™ PodMovie

Downloadable to an iPod, Efekta™ PodMovies can

be taken anywhere and accessed anytime. Filled with

listening, pronunciation and grammar exercises –

Efekta™ PodMovies are synchronized with your les-

sons to help you develop core skills on the go!

The Efekta™ Progress Tracker

The Efekta™ Progress Tracker is an advanced lan-

guage assessment tool that your teacher continually

updates to help you focus your studies within the six

areas of English fluency (see next page).

Complete fluencyin just nine monthsThe secret behind our Efekta™ System is simple: great teach-

ing plus advanced technology helps you to become fluent in

another language and versed in the culture in nine months!

At the beginning of your EF Academic Year Abroad, you willconcentrate on improving your fundamental language skills.

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Speech clarity

ListeningConfidence

Verbal expression

Grammar accuracy

Conversation range

The progress page, continuously updated by your teach-ers, provides instant feedback on your strengths andweaknesses. By knowing where you stand, you and yourteacher can concentrate your learning where you need it!

Typical day inmy EF year

Your language ability at theoutset of yourEF AcademicYear Abroad

Language Acquisition

Academic subjects

Month 1–3 Month 4–6 Month 7–9

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

When you’ve reached a functional level of ability, you willbegin to use your linguistic knowledge to explore academicsubjects including business, politics, media or art.

BREAKFAST POOLSIDEMornings in Florida are cooler than the rest of theday. I enjoy picking up a light breakfast in thecafeteria and sitting outside by the pool with myfriends. It is a great way to start the day.

MORNING STUDY TIMEOur daily lessons alternate between morning andafternoon lessons. Today, I have a free morning soI do some Internet research for a class, and sincethe school has Wi-Fi I work on my laptop.

LUNCH IN THE CAFETERIAThe EF cafeteria is one of the best advantages ofliving in a residence school. They always have avariety of foods for us to choose from and this isthe top meeting place at school.

ILAB: INTENSIVE ENGLISHToday in the iLab I watch a movie and then ana-lyze its content. Easier said than done, but I likethis iLab exercise because you really have tothink ahead – like in everyday conversations.

SPIN CLASS: MEDIAWorking at Loreal in marketing, I realized to con-tinue I needed more English. That is why I’mhere. SPIN classes like Media help me to reallylearn the English that will help my career.

DOUBLE LESSON: INTENSIVERight now we are working on a unit about Britishversus American tourism. I enjoy the discussionsthat our class has, and that lessons focus on theculture of different English-speaking nations.

AFTERNOON ACTIVITYToday our Activities Coordinator has arranged ashuttle to take us to the Sawgrass Mills Shop-ping Mall for my favorite – of course shopping. Ineed to start thinking about souvenir presents!

DINNER & EVENING FUNUsually I grab something quick for the eveningmeal so that I can make the most of my night.Tonight is half-priced movie night for students atthe local theater, so I’m off....

“Everyday is different, this isone day in my lifeat EF Miami!”

Name: Beatrice BertonciniAge: 22 years oldFrom: Porto Mantovano, ItalyEF School: Miami BeachEF Course: Academic Year

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UNIVERSITY & EXAM ENGLISH■ Using English in Research■ Selecting a University■ Focus on IELTS■ Focus on TOEFL■ Focus on TOEIC■ Focus on Cambridge

Exams■ Focus on BEC

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE■ Communications and

Media English ■ Entertainment Industry

English ■ English and IT Industry ■ Sports Professions and

English

■ English for Logistics■ English for the Insurance

Industry■ English in the Sciences■ English for Accounting■ English for

International Trade■ English for the Oil

and Gas Industry■ English for the

Hospitality Industry ■ English for the Travel

Industry■ Construction English■ English for Public Policy ■ English for Real Estate■ Science and Innovation ■ Medical English ■ Pharmaceutical English ■ Auto Industry English

■ Telecom Industry English ■ English and Financial

Services ■ Legal English

INTENSIVE LANGUAGE WORKSHOP■ English Pronunciation■ English Vocabulary and

Grammar■ English Skills and

Strategies■ English Slang and Idioms

ENGLISH FOR SUCCESS & CAREER■ Corporate Culture■ Leadership and

Management■ Business

Correspondence■ English for the Office■ English for Interviews ■ Telephoning Skills■ English for Meetings ■ Social Skills for Business■ Negotiations in English■ Giving Great Presentations

CULTURE & WORLD ISSUES■ History and Architecture ■ Society and Leisure■ Society and Sport■ Globalization■ Language Policy around

the World ■ Archaeology and Muse-

um Studies■ Food and Wine

■ Alternative Medicine ■ Pop Culture and English ■ World Cultures ■ Global Environmental

Issues ■ Politics and Society

ART, IMAGINATION &CREATIVITY■ Creative Writing■ 19th Century

British/American Authors■ Photography■ Film Criticism■ Poetry ■ Great American Novels■ British Literature ■ Survey of British Art■ English Theatre

100 ways to customize your courseOffered both online and offline, the following SPINs are available at most schools.

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08:30-11:30

11:40-12:10

12:10-13:30

13:45-15:05

15:20-16:40

16:50-18:10

18:30-22:00

Your teacher assigns group projectsand presentations to give you thechance to work independently in real-life situations.

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EF UNIVERSITYFOUNDATION YEAR (UFY)

Number of lessons per week32 lessons of 40 minutes

WhenStarting dates in January, April and September

LevelsAll levels, Beginner to Advanced

DescriptionLearn all the skills and information youneed to succeed at university whileimmersing yourself completely inEnglish. You receive English instruc-tion plus special classes and seminarsdesigned to answer your questionsand prepare you for university. Uponsuccessful completion of the UFY pro-gram, EF guarantees your admissionto one of our partner universities.

Typical week during language portion of your course:■ 14 general language lessons tobuild grammar and communicationskills, including teacher-led discus-sions, written exercises, group workand role-plays.

■ 10 lessons in university prepara-tion. May include an introduction tothe university system, study andresearch skills, campus life, essaycomposition and test preparation.

■ 6 iLab sessions of interactive onlinelearning, practicing all basic skills.

■ 1 lecture (double lesson) either bya teacher or guest speaker for listen-ing comprehension practice.

EF PRE-MBA PROGRAM

Number of lessons per week32 lessons of 40 minutes

WhenStarting dates in January, April, June and September

LevelsIntermediate to Advanced

DescriptionPrepare for an MBA program in anEnglish speaking country. This coursecombines English studies with abusiness curriculum based on mate-rials from Harvard Business SchoolPublishing. Designed to prepare youfor a competitive MBA program byhoning your knowledge of generalbusiness concepts and sharpeningyour grammar and writing skills forthe rigors of MBA coursework. Alsoincluded is a part-time, one-monthbusiness internship.

■ All MBA programs require a mini-mum official language proficiency scorefor international student admission. EFoffers intensive English training andexam preparation to help you achievethe highest possible scores. You willtake an internationally recognizedEnglish exam according to the require-ments of your selected MBA program.

■ EF will assist you in applying to theMBA school of your choice.Successful completion of the EF Pre-MBA Program, combined with anIELTS score of 6.5 or higher, guaran-tees admission to Writtle College fora one-year Diploma course followedby a second year at the University ofEssex MA in Management Studiesdegree.

EF TWIN CENTERS

Number of lessons per week26 or 32 lessons of 40 minutes

WhenStarting dates in September

LevelsAll levels, Beginner to Advanced

DescriptionSpend a semester each in two differ-ent English speaking locations. Ourstandardized curriculum means thatyour progress continues uninterrupt-ed from one city to the next! Gain theadded advantage of exploring twoworld-class cities during the year.Choose from the 12 combinationsbelow [for starting dates and moreinformation about EF school loca-tions, please see pp. 18 to 46]

Twin Center locations:■ London and Brighton■ London and Malta■ Malta and Miami Beach■ Boston and London■ Boston and Miami Beach■ Boston and Santa Barbara■ San Francisco and Miami Beach■ Santa Barbara and Miami Beach■ Toronto and Vancouver■ Sydney and Perth■ Sydney and Brisbane■ Sydney and Auckland

The above list of Twin Center loca-tions is just a small sample of thecombinations available. Please con-tact us for more information!

Available in conjunction with EFIntensive or EF General course.

EF EXAMINATION PREPARATION

Number of lessons per week32 lessons of 40 minutes per week

WhenStarting dates in January, April, June and September

LevelsAll levels, Beginner to Advanced

DescriptionEnhance your year abroad by prepar-ing for an internationally-recognizedlanguage examination, such as theTOEFL, TOEIC or Cambridge FirstCertificate. Learn valuable test-takingtechniques and take timed practicetests to build confidence.

Typical week during language portion of your course:■ 14 general language lessons tobuild grammar and all communica-tion skills, including teacher-led dis-cussions, written exercises, groupwork and role-plays.

■ 10 exam preparation lessons.These vary by school location, butoften include: essay writing, buildingexam vocabulary and test-takingtechniques.

■ 6 iLab sessions of interactiveonline learning at English Schools. 4language lab sessions and 2 integrat-ed multimedia sessions at our non-English schools.

■ 1 lecture (double lesson) either bya teacher or guest speaker for listen-ing comprehension practice.

Available in conjunction with EFIntensive Course.

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EF General

EF Intensive

TOEFL Exam

Cambridge Exam

Other Language Exams

EF University Foundation Year

EF Pre MBA

EF Twin Center

EF Internship Program

EF Semester Plus Internship Program

EF Master Business English

EF Master English for Media & Art

EF Master English for Hotel & Tourism

EF Master English for IT

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“Thanks EF! I got my dreamjob through myMBE course.”

Name: Virginie HopsteinAge: 24 years oldFrom: Cannes, FranceEF School: LondonEF Course: MBE MBE Internship: BBC Televison

Why the EF MBE? Always faci-nated by London, I chose EFbecause the school was big andhad a great deal of academic sub-jects to compliment my MasterBusiness English course. Also keywas the internship integrated intothe course. Thanks EF! I have got-ten my dream job through myMBE internship. I start next weekat the BBC!

The best part of your course?My experience has been so fantas-tic that I’ve extended my courseanother year! I’ve found truefriendship in many of my class-mates, which I will always have.Then, of course, my internship atthe BBC was excellent! Given realtasks, I was able to act on my owninitiative and was accepted as ateam member – what more couldone want?

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High-level language instruction

EF’s unique 6 or 9-month Master English Programs

geared towards intermediate level students, combines

long-term English studies with discipline-specific cur-

riculum in business, hotel & tourism, IT or media &

art. Improve your English fluency while preparing for

a career where specialized language knowledge will

give you the competitive edge to succeed. From the

moment you arrive, our experienced instructors work

several hours a day to get your language skills up to

the level you need to start your thematic courses.

A unique discipline-specific curriculum

EF has developed a unique curriculum allowing you to

use your new English skills to explore different areas

on your career track. Using authentic materials from

our industry associates and partner schools, you’ll

explore management issues, theories and learn the best

industry practices from experienced, qualified instruc-

tors. Also, prepare for an internationally recognized

English exam ranging from TOEFL to the BEC.

An internship to enhance your knowledge

An integral part of the program is your part-time

internship. EF’s dedicated Internship Coordinator

will help you to match your interests and goals to an

industry specific experience. You’ll gain an insider

look at the corporate world, while putting your newly

acquired skills into practice right away. Many Master

English Program interns also receive a personal rec-

ommendation from their respective company – a

valuable asset for admission to competitive graduate

school programs, or for future job searches.

Credentials that are recognized worldwide

Your Master English Program diploma, combined

with your internship certificate and your official exam

results, will ensure you are ready to advance in your

career. Moreover, through our partnership with

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), EF

Master English students in the US may be eligible to

receive university credit for their coursework. The cre-

dentials you gain will last a lifetime!

EF Master English –shape your future Focus on your career choice with thematic studies in business,

hotel & tourism, IT or media & art. EF’s unique Master English

Programs give you the right skills to capitalize on your dreams.

To complement your classroom studies, the Master EnglishProgram includes a part-time internship, guaranteeing you an opportunity to practice your specialized skills.

EF brings the real-world to the classroom with authentic materials such as industry-standard references and software,along with Harvard Business School case studies.

CAREER PROGRAMS

EF MASTER BUSINESS ENGLISH [MBE]

EF MBE CentersLondon, Boston, Miami Beach, Vancouver and Sydney

What is an EF MBE Program?Gain valuable insights into today’smost successful business practiceswhile learning the language of thetrade. Our unique method combiningintensive English studies with HarvardBusiness School Publishing’s famouscase studies lets you explore topicssuch as global marketing, leadership,decision-making, public speakingand presentations.

Typical week:■ 14 general language lessons tobuild grammar and business commu-nication skills, including teacher-leddiscussions, presentations, writtenexercises, group work and role-plays. ■ 10 lessons devoted to contempo-rary business theories and practices,based on a case study method usingrenowned Harvard Business SchoolPublishing materials. ■ 6 iLab sessions of interactiveonline learning■ 1 lecture (double lesson) for listening comprehension practice.

EF MASTER ENGLISH FOR MEDIA & ART [ME-ART]

EF ME-ART CentersLondon, Los Angeles and Vancouver

What is an EF ME-ART Program?The only long-term English studiesprogram of its kind that bringstogether the world of interdisciplinaryart and media studies with intensiveEnglish studies. Examine the world ofvisual culture beyond theories andexperience new inspiration throughmedia professional lectures, museumvisits and photography lessons.

Typical week:■ 14 general language lessons tobuild grammar and communicationskills, including teacher-led discus-sions, written exercises, group workand role-plays. ■ 10 lessons devoted to the drivingforces behind modern visual culture.Students will learn the basics of clas-sical and digital photography alongwith techniques in graphic design withAdobe and other industry software. ■ 6 iLab sessions of interactiveonline learning■ 1 lecture (double lesson) for listening comprehension practice.

EF MASTER ENGLISH FOR HOTEL & TOURISM [MEHT]

EF MEHT CentersBrighton, Miami Beach and Brisbane

What is an EF MEHT Program?Pairing intensive English studies with apractice-based hospitality curriculum,the EF MEHT brings the opportunitiesof the international tourism industry intothe classroom with a wide range ofauthentic materials and HarvardBusiness School Publishing’s casestudies covering a challenging array ofhospitality management topics.

Typical week:■ 14 general language lessons tobuild grammar and communicationskills necessary for working in theinternational hotel & tourism industry,including teacher-led discussions, pre-sentations, written exercises, groupwork and role-plays. ■ 10 lessons devoted to contempo-rary industry theories and practices,based on authentic materials used byrenowned hotel and tourism schools. ■ 6 iLab sessions of interactive onlinelearning■ 1 lecture (double lesson) for listening comprehension practice.

EF MASTER ENGLISH FOR IT [MEIT]

EF MEIT CentersCambridge and Seattle

What is an EF MEIT Program?Gain the skills to communicate effec-tively in the IT industry by learning thelanguage of the trade through hands-on application. The MEIT programgives you the advanced Englishknow-how required to talk the talk ofprofessionals in the competitive andvery international world of IT throughinstruction in basic HTML and indus-try-standard design applications.

Typical week:■ 14 general language lessons tobuild grammar and communicationskills useful for working in the ITindustry, including teacher-led dis-cussions, written exercises, groupwork and role-plays. ■ 10 lessons devoted to learningEnglish through the basics of HTMLand mastering professional Webdesign software. ■ 6 iLab sessions of interactiveonline learning■ 1 lecture (double lesson) for listening comprehension practice.

Language learning becomes secondnature when you are doing somethingyou are passionate about!

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As the world gets smaller everyday, employers are seekingcandidates with international work experience that contributesto cross-cultural understanding and a global perspective.

Our expert internship preparation program gives you the skillsyou need to get the most out of your internship experience.Learn about everything from corporate culture to cv writing!

EF CAREER PROGRAMS

Sample EF InternshipsEF SCHOOL

London

Brighton

Cambridge

Bournemouth

Dublin

Boston

New York

Miami Beach

Los Angeles

Santa Barbara

San Francisco

Seattle

Toronto

Vancouver

Sydney

Perth

Auckland

Barcelona

ORGANIZATION

The BBC

Cardinal Newman RC School

Cambridge Magistrates Court

Hilton Hotel

Allied Irish Bank

State Street Consulting

Crate & Barrel

Next Model Agency

E! Entertainment Television

Santa Barbara International Film Festival

Oakland Police Department

Sierra Club

Rogers Communications

Vancouver Aquarium

AlphaMega Computer Consultants

Danny Khoo Photography

Club Physical Gym

Escriba Bakery

TYPE OF INDUSTRY

Broadcast journalism

Secondary Education

Law

Travel and tourism

Finance

Business Consulting

Retail Marketing

Advertising

Entertainment

Arts and entertainment

Law Enforcement

Environmental Protection

Media

Marine Biology

Web design and marketing

Photography

Fitness and health

Culinary

EF INTERNSHIP CERTIFICATEReturn home with a full portfolio of official proofdemonstrating your international work experiencerecognized by employers, universities and govern-ments worldwide. At the conclusion of your intern-ship program, you'll be eligible for the EFCertificate of International Internship, stating thatEF courses are certified by Southern NewHampshire University (SNHU).

PRESTIGIOUSRECOGNITIONInternship students in theUnited Kingdom, Australia and New Zealandwill receive a certificate from the prestigiousUniversity of Cambridge Local Examinations Synd-icate (UCLES), recognizing successful completionof the nine-week program consisting of preparationcourse and international work placement.

Impress your future employersInternationally recognized work experience certification

“I’ve gained theskills and insightto succeed internationally.”

Name: Jasmina ZieglerAge: 20 years oldFrom: Grosshansdorf, GermanyEF School: ManchesterEF Course: Academic YearEF Internship: Manchester Artand Craft Centre

Why the EF Internship Program?I chose the EF Internship Programbecause I liked the fact that therewas a preparation course provid-ed. I wanted to benefit from mywork experience abroad and bypreparing ahead of time one couldgain many practical skills useful forboth the internship and beyond.

The best part of your course?Each week leading up to ourinternship we have had work-shops, lectures or visits to differentcompanies. The workshops arevery useful, as we have learnedeverything from how to write aBritish CV to what kinds of ques-tions may be asked in a formalinterview! An EF Internship givesyou the skills to succeed in aninternational work environment.

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Beware – an internship may change your life

Work, learn and explore – you’ll experience your host

culture in a whole different way with the EF Internship

Program! Working part-time at an unpaid internship,

you’ll develop industry-specific language skills, build a

personal network, and explore your potential as you

work alongside native speakers. At the end of your pro-

gram your perspectives will be global; your CV more

attractive; your attitudes international and your lan-

guage skills will be ready for the real world!

Ideal preparation for the right internship

Designed to familiarize you with local working culture,

this portion of the program gives you the skills needed

to make the most out of your internship. Participate in

a series of workshops ranging from Interview Skills to

CV writing, along with attending guest lectures and

educational visits with a popular selection of industry

representatives. Depending on country a program may

vary from eight to nine weeks in length.

Dedicated to making your placement fit you

Taking your interests, background, work experience

and language abilities into consideration, our

Internship Coordinator is dedicated to finding the

right placement for you among our extensive network

of internship partners. Available at most EF schools,

placements can be made in a variety of disciplines.

Work experience that counts

Apart from earning an EF Internship Certificate, many

students also receive a personal recommendation from

their company – an asset for future jobs or studies. The

fact that you’ve had the independence and openness to

undertake an internship abroad is great for your CV. It

says a lot about you as a potential employee or student.

Semester plus 12-week internship option

Would you prefer a longer internship experience?

Study a semester at Manchester, London, Brighton or

Sydney and opt for a 12-week Internship Program.

Work experience –EF Internship Plunge into the working world and put your language skills to

use while learning first-hand about international work culture.

You’ll gain your first business contacts and build up your CV!

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“Living in a hostfamily has madea lasting impres-sion on my life.”

Name: Andrés CárdenasAge: 20 years oldFrom: Bogotá, ColumbiaEF School: Boston and NiceEF Course: Academic Year

Why EF? Last year I had theopportunity to do an AcademicYear in Boston. The fact that Ilearned English so successfullywith EF in the US made me wantto try the same experience in adifferent setting like Nice.

What is it like to live in a homestay? At both EF schools Ihave lived in host families. In both cases I had the feeling that theAccommodation Manager reallytook the time to find a suitablehost for me and that the schoolreally cares about the quality oftheir host families. My host familiesreally have worked hard to makeme feel at home. I enjoy cookingand eating together, ice skating,rollerblading and trips to thebeach. All these moments havebeen unforgettable and made animpression on my life.

EF Homestay

Living in a private home offers a warm and secure way

to immerse yourself in the daily life of your new coun-

try. Contact with your hosts will enrich your under-

standing of local culture and customs. Pick up idioms

and expressions with ease, and your accent will sound

more authentic. Accommodation Managers at each

school have a strong network of local families who

welcome international students into their homes. Our

experienced accommodation staff carefully screen

every homestay application and conduct personal

interviews with prospective families in their homes.

EF International House

Enhance the experience of studying alongside students

from 100 countries by living with them in one of EF’s

International Houses. A truly international environ-

ment awaits you in these comfortable and modern res-

idences with helpful staff living onsite. This convenient

accommodation option can be found onsite at such

schools as Boston, Miami Beach, Perth and Brighton.

University Student Residences

Live alongside local students while studying on or

near the campus of a college or university. Campuses

range from traditional to laid-back, and big-city feel-

ing to small town USA. In the UK, live on the

grounds of 800-year-old Cambridge University. In

France, it’s the cosmopolitan lifestyle of Université de

Nice. In the USA big-city schools include New York’s

Marymount College and EF San Francisco at Mills

College. If the laid-back campus life is where you

want to be, then beachside Alliant University in San

Diego may be for you, or EF Seattle offering big-city

access on the cozy Evergreen State College campus.

EF Student Residences and Apartments

Are you looking for a more independent and flexible

living option? Off-site residences and apartments offer

central locations within convenient traveling distance

to your EF school, often with a tv room, kitchen area,

or a cafeteria for meals. See pages 22-61 to find out

what options are available at your school!

EF – your homeaway from home Feeling at home is an important part of your course. At EF we

offer you the widest selection of accommodation options so

that where you live is truly your choice.

EF students love our on-site cafeterias not only due to theconvenient and tasty meals served up each day, but alsobecause lunch hour is the best time to make new friends!

College campus residences give you a unique student experi-ence where you will live alongside native-speaking studentsand have top access to sports and academic facilities.

Host family living gives you a unique view into daily happen-ings throughout the year. You’ll experience everything fromfamily holiday traditions and birthdays to lazy afternoons.

Each residence offers unique amenities and facilities, some arelocated within seconds of the local beach, some in the heart ofthe downtown and others like EF Miami have on-site pools.

EF ACCOMMODATION

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Meet an EF HomestayEF Homestay families come in many shapes and sizes – some are new and some have been with us for years!

”WHY HOST AN EF STUDENT?

As a retired teacher, Ienjoy helping EF stu-dents discover the UK. Ialso enjoy learning abouttheir cultures and seeingthings through their eyes.

Homestay: Sue Evans-ThomasEF School:BournemouthNumber of years hostingEF students: 10 years

“I enjoy helping EFstudentsdiscoverthe UK!

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“I’m students’one-stop guideto the best ofBournemouth”

Name: Rob McCaulEF School: BournemouthJob: Activities Director

Why do I work at EF? I’m fromthe Bournemouth area and I thinkthis is one of the best places tolive as a student. I studied hereand can’t think of a better placewith so many different options –really Bournemouth has somethingfor everyone. Sometimes thoughwith so much choice EF studentsdon’t know where to begin. That iswhere I come in, I’m students’one-stop guide to the best ofBournemouth. It is this enthusiasmthat I bring to my job each daythat I hope gets students excitedabout the UK and really openstheir eyes to exploring and findingtheir favorite hang-outs along withsome of Bournemouth’s best-keptsecrets!

Make your year one to remember

Having fun is an essential part of learning. It’s when

you’re relaxed that you’re most able to begin using

what you’ve learned in class in a natural way. That’s

why the Activities Director at your school, organizes

something fun every day of the week. Check the

school’s Activity Bulletin or the iLab Calendar for the

latest happenings. From football tournaments to ten-

nis matches to sightseeing tours, EF plans something

fun for every day of your academic year!

Exploration starts at your doorstep

We’ve carefully chosen school locations that are ideal

for exploring the cultural treasures of your new city. EF

in historic Boston is only 15 minutes away from key

sites of the American Revolution as well as Harvard

University. EF London is near Big Ben and the

‘London Eye’ ferris wheel. EF Sydney is around the

corner from the Sydney Opera House and Harbour

Bridge. EF Shanghai is only a short bus ride from the

heart of the restored French Concession district.

Travel and adventure

EF helps you discover the world. We plan plenty of

optional day-trips and excursions to help you experi-

ence more of your host country. Spend your spring

break hiking in the Grand Canyon or on safari in South

Africa. Go scuba diving in the Great Barrier Reef dur-

ing your Christmas holiday or learn to snowboard in

the Alps. Spend the weekend shopping in Paris or sight-

seeing in New York City. The possibilities are endless!

When your year is over, reward yourself with an option-

al EF Discovery Tour (see examples at right).

Nighttime fun

Evenings are a great time to take advantage of all your

host city has to offer. Catch the latest movie, go to the

theater, or dance the night away in one of your city’s

hottest clubs. We keep tabs on the hippest cafes and

restaurants in town, and can help you book a table.

Your EF Activities Director will help you make the

most of your social life. Rest assured, EF is with you

every step of the way.

Beyond class – fun and adventureHaving fun is one of the main benefits of studying abroad. Set

off on your own or join an EF excursion. At EF we are dedicated

to helping you experience everything possible during your year!

Shopping anyone? After class the trendy shops are callingyour name! Or, are you looking for a bargain – then ask yourActivities Director, who can point you in the right direction.

You’ll have plenty of time during your EF Academic Year to useyour free time to pick up a new hobby, try out an adventuresport or just relax at the beach.

Join EF for a weekend away and you’ll see the best your hostcountry has to offer while creating unforgettable memorieswith your new EF friends.

At EF fun begins in the classroom and continues throughoutthe week with intramural sports, group outings, day trips to thebeach and weekend excursions.

EF STUDENT LIFE

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ACTIVITIES:■ EF "Idol" Talent Contest■ Student Clubs■ Soccer Tournament■ Metropolitan Museum of Art■ “Lion King” musical■ Barbecue■ Calligraphy lessons■ Karaoke■ City-wide scavenger hunt with

prizes■ Harbour Bridge climb in

Sydney■ Pub crawl■ Movie theme nights

EXCURSIONS:■ Tate Modern visit, London ■ Shopping, Paris■ Camping, Grand Canyon■ Canal cruise, Amsterdam■ Statue of Liberty,

New York■ Punting, Cambridge■ University tour, Boston■ Bondi Beach, Sydney■ Hiking, Yosemite■ Disneyland, Los Angeles

SPORTS:■ Windsurfing■ Mountain biking■ Kayaking■ Tennis■ Golf■ Basketball■ Beach volleyball■ Sailing■ Baseball■ Surfing■ Rollerblading■ Swimming■ Waterpolo■ Rappeling■ Horseback riding

DISCOVERY 5-DAY TOURS:■ Dublin and Ring of Kerry■ Madrid and Seville■ London Getaway■ West Coast, USA■ Great Barrier Reef

Take advantage of your time abroadJust a few examples of the endless activities, excursions and fun always on offer at EF schools worldwide!

Be sure to refer to the Activities Board or

check out the iCalendar in the iLab for

the latest happenings at your school!