Long stays programs

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Gap Year Long stays abroad

LANGUAGE STUDIES ABROAD

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A world of languages

Beyond fluency

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Discover your full potential

When you can speak a foreign language, a world of opportunities opens up for you. New relationships and career paths; new horizons and ways of thinking. But whatever anyone may tell you, learning a language takes time. Our Gap Year programmes offer excellent-value longer stays, in thrilling destinations around the world. And you will come home fluent.

By combining long-term language study with something extra, whether an internationally recognised language qualification, a stay on campus

or specialised electives, you will get the most out of your time in language immersion. Our innovative career development courses set you on the right track by giving you solid practice to go with the theory.

This is the perfect moment for you to explore the world on your own terms, while gaining skills that will stay with you for a lifetime. There is simply no faster, and more rewarding way to achieve fluency in a foreign language.

If you wish to take a sabbatical year or enjoy your freedom before starting a career, these programmes will give you much more than a simple language course. If you wish to have a personalised and free interview with us, we can help you turn your project into reality and get the most out of your Gap Year abroad. Take this opportunity to discover your full potential!

Laura Thompson London Office Manager

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With the considerable boost that language knowledge can give your career, and the soft skills that you will develop, these programmes are a superb investment in your future. They have been specially developed in partnership with first-class language schools and colleges. Whatever your individual needs and goals, we have a course for you.

Types of courses

GLOBAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT

ELECTIVE COURSESGENERAL STANDARD OR INTENSIVE

ACADEMIC YEAR

EXAM PREPARATION COURSES

MULTILINGUAL ACADEMIC YEAR

Develop well-rounded skills by studying a structured language course over a number of months. This popular programme offers you the chance to make rapid progress towards fluency, while enjoying total cultural immersion. You will progress upwards through multiple levels and gain a broad general and working vocabulary, enabling you to accurately discuss a wide range of topics with ease. With the ability to speak, listen, read and write in the language, you will have lifelong assets that will open the world to you, personally and professionally.

Gain in-depth insight into the professional world, develop your language skills and come home with invaluable international experience. Offered in a selection of global cities, this programme will help you structure your career, while benefiting from the insights of local business leaders who are actively involved throughout. In-context language tuition ensures rapid development of your English, while the experience of professional project workshops will give you enviable, valuable soft skills. And all of this comes with the immeasurable benefits of living and studying in total cultural immersion. There is no better way to start your career.

These programmes combine language training with specialised sessions on topics relevant to you. Studying in small groups, alongside others who share an interest in your field of study, you will make fast progress towards your goals. Participants on these programmes are often, but not always, working towards professional goals. Not only will you make the best possible progress with the language you are learning, but also you will come back brimming with confidence in your specialism.

Offering excellent value for money, academic year programmes take place during 6 or 9 months. They lead to a recognised certificate upon completion and are also an ideal pathway to Higher Education. The programmes are structured to give you the language skills demanded in the modern world but will also help you develop soft skills to let you shine in your personal and professional future. Whether you choose to spend a year on campus or living immersed in one of our thrilling destinations, don’t miss this chance to have a truly authentic year abroad that will certainly shape the rest of your life.

Employers, academic institutions and official authorities around the world use language certificates to make important decisions about you. Without a certificate, they cannot know your level, and when your application is in a pile alongside someone with one of these qualifications, which one stands out? Who would you choose? The programmes are carefully designed and taught by experts who specialise in the particular certificates and will help you reach your objective, with a special emphasis on the topics that are essential parts of the exam you’ll be preparing.

Imagine coming home from your travels with incredible stories to tell, and the new languages to tell them in. Dedicate a year of your life to studying more than one language and there is no limit to what you can achieve. Because we have schools in more than 50 countries around the world, we can offer you something to your taste, whatever your taste. Your programme will be surprisingly affordable too with our special offers on longer stays.


Some of our programmes include a range of innovative ONLINE LEARNING TOOLS available before, during and after your language course. Designed to complement your studies, they give you access to extra study materials, help you monitor your progress and let you stay in touch with the school community during your stay. Optional group or private online courses are particularly helpful to warm-up or reinforce your level before you start your course abroad.


As you progress with the language, new doors will open for you… and stay open. Of course, the personal benefits of studying abroad go far beyond communication, but your new language abilities alone will give you a new world of opportunities. Add in the soft skills acquisition and life experience that come with the programme, and your future looks very bright indeed.

Levels and progression

EXPERIENCES & OPPORTUNITIES IN THE WORKING WORLDSTUDY WEEKS & PROGRESSION

BEGINNER

ELEMENTARY

INTERMEDIATE

UPPER- INTERMEDIATE

ADVANCED

PROFICIENT

A1

IMPROVE TO SUCCEED

0 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 3632

A2

B1

B2

C1

C2

SURVIVAL LEVEL

Advanced trade, diplomacy, negotiation, teaching, translation, espionage...

All office work, international business, marketing, presentations, teaching young learners…

Some office work, internship programmes, tourism and hospitality, hotel, bar, restaurant work…

Entry-level jobs, service work, volunteer programmes…

Manual work that involves limited communication: cleaning, fruit picking…

These progression indicators are based on statistics with an average of 25 hours study per week and they depend on your personal commitment.


ACADEMIC PATHWAYS & LANGUAGE CERTIFICATES

SURVIVAL LEVEL

AcademiaDALF C; TELC C2; Goethe-Zertifikat C2; DELE C2; DALC; DUPLE; TRKI 4

Access to all elective and professional programmes; teacher training and all university courses.DALF C1; TELC C1; Goethe-Zertifikat C1; DELE C1; DALI; DAPLE; TRKI 3

Access to General Business language courses; cultural and work-related electives. DELF B1; TELC B1; Goethe-Zertifikat B1; DELE B1; DILI; DEPLE; TRKI 1

Access to DELF A2; TELC A2; DELE A2; DELI; CIPLE; TBOU

Access to professional and industry-based language programmes, all elective courses and many university courses.DELF B2; TELC B2; ZDfB; Goethe-Zertifikat B2; DELE B2; DILC; DIPLE; TRKI 2

These progression indicators are based on statistics with an average of 25 hours study per week and they depend on your personal commitment.


Where you choose to stay makes a big difference to the experience you have. That’s why we work closely with our partner schools to ensure you will find the right accommodation for your needs and budget. A wide range of options are available to you, including host families, shared student apartments, campus dorms, and much more.

Accommodation can be booked for your whole stay. However, as an option, we give you the flexibility to only book the first weeks of your stay. That way, once on site, you can either decide to extend or move to a shared accommodation you may find.

A second home


Making new friends and discovering a new place together is part of the experience. You can choose from a busy local activities programme, trips further afield or exploring the area at your own pace… it’s your choice!


Studying abroad is a far more immersive experience than taking a holiday. You will connect with the place where you study. Sharing new experiences in a new place over a longer time, you will connect with people from all over the world during your stay. See what our students have to say…

Until you stay for a longer time abroad, it’s hard to grasp the many positive ways in which the experience can change your perspective. This is a chance to connect with yourself, to find out more about what you want from life while forging lifelong skills and friendships.

Connect

“I went to an excellent school to study English, and I must say that I really

improved during my 6-month language stay. One of the things I enjoyed the most

was making so many new friends – a fantastic life experience.”

Dorian

“The school was a great place for me to study, as it gave me a

chance to really progress. My English has improved a lot.”

Océane

“The advantage of studying in a language school is that

you get to meet people from all over the world.”

Pauline

“ESL is a quality company. They were available from the very first minute until

the end of my stay, aware of my needs and requests.”

Andrés Felipe


“I need to speak languages at work, so I decided to do a course abroad.

My 6-month stay was a great experience of which I have fond

memories.”

Vanessa

“The teachers really try to do something interesting for you, and they always gladly

answer your questions and help you the best they can. You must simply enjoy your stay and

visit as much as possible.”

Cindy

“I could quickly socialize and made good friends with some students.”

“ESL was very helpful in giving me all the information I needed

before coming.”

“Without any hesitation, this is one of the most stunning experiences of my life.”

Simon


Most popular GAP Year programmes

Discover the most visited cities by our students and our selection of classic Gap Year programmes in the best language schools. Studying abroad is a unique time of your life and you will find a large choice of destinations and a large variety of courses.

Visit our website and get all details about our Gap Year programmes. Language courses can also be combined with work experience programmes such as internships, volunteering or paid jobs.

VALENCIA 12 weeksfrom GBP 2409Standard course of 20 lessons per week

Shared apartment accommodation in double room with no meals

Available year-round

ROME 12 weeksfrom GBP 2724Standard course of 20 lessons per week

Host family accommodation in single room with half-board

Availability year-round

BERLIN12 + 4 weeksfrom GBP 4544Standard course of 20 lessons/week + Exam preparation course of 30 lessons/week

Shared apartment accommodation in single room with no meals


STANDARD COURSE STANDARD COURSESTANDARD + EXAM PREPARATION COURSE

Prices in GBP were converted according to the exchange rate in force at the time of creation of this leaflet. This value is subject to change and provided for your information only. Only original prices (in local currency) are guaranteed throughout the year.

NICE12 + 3 weeksfrom GBP 4320Standard course of 20 lessons/week + Exam preparation course of 30 lessons/week

Host family accommodation in single roomwith breakfast included


LISBON12 weeksfrom GBP 3329Standard course of 15 lessons per week



SEUL24 weeksfrom GBP 7729Intensive course of 25 lessons per week

Studio apartment accommodation in singleroom with no meals


STANDARD + EXAM PREPARATION COURSE

STANDARD COURSE

ACADEMIC YEAR - INTENSIVE COURSE


BUENOS AIRES24 weeksfrom GBP 6660Standard course of 20 lessons per week

Shared apartment accommodation in single room with no meals


BOCAS DEL TORO24 weeksfrom GBP 7418Standard course of 20 lessons per week



MONTPELLIER24 weeksfrom GBP 6857Intensive course of 28 lessons per week

Shared apartment accommodation in singleroom with no meals


HAMBURG24 weeksfrom GBP 5760Intensive course of 25 lessons per week

Shared apartment accommodation in singleroom with no meals


LYON12 + 4 weeksfrom GBP 5147Standard course of 20 lessons/week + Exam preparation course of 30 lessons/week



FREIBURG24 weeksfrom GBP 5538Intensive course of 25 lessons per week



ACADEMIC YEAR - STANDARD COURSE

ACADEMIC YEAR - STANDARD COURSE



STANDARD + EXAM PREPARATION COURSE


BARCELONA + BOLOGNA24 + 12 weeksfrom GBP 9329Semi-intensive course of 25 lessons per week(Barcelona) + 20 lessons per week (Bologna)

Shared apartment accommodation in doubleroom (Barcelona) and single room (Bologna)


MADRID + BORDEAUX24 + 12 weeksfrom GBP 10461Semi-intensive course of 25 lessons per week (Madrid) + intensive course of 26 lessons per week (Bordeaux)

Shared apartment, double room (Madrid) and host family, single room with half-board (Bordeaux)


TOKYO24 weeksfrom GBP 6471Conversation course of 20 lessons per week

Guest house accommodation in single room with half-board

Available at specific starting dates

MULTILINGUAL YEAR

MULTILINGUAL YEAR

ACADEMIC YEAR - CONVERSATION COURSE


Each destination we offer has its own special sights, sounds and flavours. The locations of our Gap Year programmes are particularly suitable for longer stays. This may be because they offer a great quality of living, an exciting cultural life, work opportunities alongside a course or simply because they are hubs of education and student life. Whatever your personal needs, you will find a great place to live and study.

A world of destinations

THE FULL LIST OF DESTINATIONS WE OFFER IS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE

You will find all the information you need to make the right choice! Contact us, we are here to help you customise your project and bring it to life.

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