Liverpool School of English

English is the international language of business and communication. This has been reinforced by the growth of the Internet and the globalisation of international trade, culture and language. Liverpool has a distinctive cultural heritage but is also a modern, vibrant centre of business and commerce, making it an excellent environment in which to learn English. The Liverpool School of English offers an unusual and diverse range of language courses to a wide range of organisations. We pride ourselves on our flexible approach, which enables us to try and accommodate all budgets. There is a full range of English Language Courses on offer, from beginner to advanced level. The school is also able to provide Business and Technical English Language Courses. The English Language Summer School programme enables international students to gain as much from their time in England as possible. We combine various learning based activities with a full and varied social programme. The combination of formal classes with afternoon and evening activities and weekend excursions presents the student with the opportunity to practice English informally in everyday situations. Our teachers are a highly qualified and responsible group of individuals. They have all the necessary specialist qualifications to teach English as a foreign language, and we are proud to employ a number of Masters Degree holders. Our aim is that you enjoy all of the time you spend in Liverpool, both whilst you are learning at our school and when you are at leisure. At the end of your course with us, you will return home having gained a broader understanding of the English Language and our culture, as well as fond memories of an enjoyable time spent in the City of Liverpool.

Our Liverpool centre is ideally situated in a quiet suburb approximately 4 miles from the city centre. Students can enjoy safety and tranquility while being within easy reach of the lively city centre. Liverpool is less than an hour from Manchester and Chester and North Wales and has excellent road and rail, air and sea links with the rest of England and the world. London is only 2 hours 40 mins away by train. Liverpool is lively, friendly and full of things to do. Of course, what draws many students to study in Liverpool is the fact that it has such an established student population; 50,000 degree level students attend Liverpool\'s universities, therefore you are guaranteed a warm reception from the shops, clubs and cafes. Being a student has many advantages and it\'s unlikely you would find a city where students are so well accepted and catered for. A CITY FOR........ART AND CULTURE As you would expect from a city that established itself through world trade, Liverpool\'s cultural life is excitingly diverse. Our art galleries and museums have long housed some of the finest collections in the world, theatres and concert halls feature prominently with a succession of live shows, drama and concerts to suit all tastes. From Liverpool the birthplace of the Beatles, the popular music scene continues to thrive through the numerous night clubs and alternative music venues that have launched so many legendary bands and artists over the years. A CITY FOR........SPORT Not only have Liverpool\'s football prowess and the Grand National, the world\'s greatest steeplechase been acclaimed internationally - many sports people have set out from the city to achieve top honours in national and international arenas. They are an inspiration to the people of Liverpool who enjoy unrivalled sports facilities and opportunities. The many recreation and leisure centres, parks, pools and golf courses encourage and actively promote participation in the sporting life of Liverpool. A CITY FOR........ARCHITECTURE What is unbeknown to most, is the sheer magnificence of Liverpool with its impressive architecture and amazing past, from the Georgian splendour of Rodney Street to the classical elegance of St. George\'s Hall, from Art Deco air shafts to Art Nouveau pubs. Liverpool\'s Architecture is in a class of its own and the city has been credited with more listed buildings than any city outside London.

English and Culture Combine your English studies with activities that explore the rich and fascinating cultural heritage of the City of Liverpool. English and Football Liverpool School of English are working in partnership with The Everton Experience to provide a unique course of English and Football. Business English This programme will improve your communication skills and business performance while developing your self-confidence for the professional world. Technical English Specialist courses for groups or individuals, directly relevant to the vocational or professional needs of our clients. English and The Beatles Experience This unique course is designed to enable students to combine studying English with experiencing the sights and sounds that inspired Lennon and McCartney in and around the city. English and Work Placement This course incorporates \"on-the-job\" experience with a practical Communications and Business Skills Course. The course consists of a three week English language course and then seven consecutive weeks of work placement whilst completing a project.

Campus Accommodation Students who choose this option stay on the campus at Liverpool Hope, where they have a single study bedroom and shared bathroom facilities. The students receive three meals a day whilst staying on the campus and have the opportunity to take part in our wide range of evening activities, make friends with international students from all over the world, and enhance their communication skills. A typical study bedroom Host Family Accommodation Students who choose this option stay with a host family which has been carefully selected. Their families will provide breakfast, a packed lunch and an evening meal during the week with all meals at weekends. Students staying with host families one full day excursion each Saturday and to join one evening activity per week. This option allows students to spend time with their host family to practise their English skills.

Full Weekend Excursions - The following exciting, optional full weekend excursions are available for students staying on campus. London Full weekend excursion to London, departing early Saturday morning, including the following: overnight accommodation in our centrally located London hotel with all meals included; a guided sightseeing tour visiting Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and many other famous sites; a visit to Madame Tussard\'s and a flight on the London Eye. Returning late Sunday evening. Edinburgh Full weekend excursion to Edinburgh, departing Early Saturday morning, including centrally located accommodation with all meals included, and a guided sightseeing tour of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and Princes Street. On Sunday we will visit Loch Lomond and take a boat trip across this famous loch before departing for our return journey home. Full Day Excursions - Included in both the residential and home-stay Summer School Programme is a full day excursion each Saturday to one of the following places: Alton Towers Departs at 8am for this exciting full day excursion to Alton Towers Theme Park, the largest theme park in Great Britain where you will experience the thrills of the world famous rides, including Oblivion, Nemesis and Rip Saw. The Lake District Depart at 9am for a full day excursion to the beautiful Lake District, visiting Bowness, Grasmere and Lake Windermere, which is the largest and deepest lake in Great Britain. London Depart at 7am for a full day excursion to London where you will enjoy a sightseeing tour and some free time for shopping before returning late evening. Chester Depart at 9am for the Roman city of Chester where you will enjoy a guided tour of this historic walled city and its fascinating architecture. You will have time to stroll by the river, explore the Cathedral or visit the many shops in this beautiful city.