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KINGS
ENGLISH
Kings online:
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2012
USA
BOSTON
LOS ANGELES
UK
BOURNEMOUTH
LONDON
OXFORD
04 The Kings Advantage
06 How you'll learn English
07 Long term study benefts
08 ClassMate
09 Activities at Kings
10 Language level progression
11 Coursefnder
12 Intensive Course
14 Diploma of English
16 Compact Course
17 Cambridge FCE
17 Cambridge CAE
18 IELTS Preparation Course
18 Super Intensive IELTS
20 TOEFL iBT Preparation
20 Test Preparation: SAT, GMAT, GRE
21 Pre-Masters
24 English Plus Art and Design
25 English Plus Tourism and Hospitality
26 English Plus Film Studies
and Filmmaking
27 English Plus Music
28 English Plus Business and Finance
29 English Plus Law
32 Vacation Course
32 Vacation Extra
33 Vacation Plus Film
34 Great locations
36 Studying at Kings Boston
38 Living in Boston
40 Studying at Kings Los Angeles
42 Living in Los Angeles
44 Studying at Kings Bournemouth
46 Living in Bournemouth
48 Studying at Kings London
50 Living in London
52 Studying at King Oxford
54 Living in Oxford
56 Accommodation
57 Student residences
60 Student houses and apartments
61 Homestay
62 Practical Information
62 Kings student insurance
62 Before you leave home
62 Book today
63 Further opportunities with Kings
Welcome to Kings!
Established since 1957, we are one of
the leading international college groups
in the UK and USA. Weve helped tens
of thousands of students achieve their
ambitions. Well do the same for you!
Our UK Colleges are accredited
by the British Council and we are
a member of English UK.
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THE KINGS
ADVANTAGE

Turkey

Russian Federation

Saudi Arabia

Kazakhstan

China

Korea

Taiwan
24+
Spain

Italy

Libya

Latin America

African nations
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4. Wide nationality mix
Students from 89 countries studied with us last year
The top 10 nationalities make up only 65% of our students
The remaining 35% are from 79 diferent countries

Note: Consolidated statistics from July 2010 July 2011
2. Long-term study benefts
On our Intensive Course, the longer you study, the more benefts you receive.
Benefts apply to students attending all classes and completing all assignments.
For more information on the Intensive Course, see pages 12 13
1. Teaching Quality Guarantee
We guarantee all your teachers will have the CELTA,
DELTA (UK Colleges); MA in TESOL (USA Colleges)
or equivalent qualifcations and experience.
CELTA
qualified
DELTA
qualified
TESOL
qualified
Examiner
IELTS
Test
Centre
We are also specialists in exam preparation.
Many of our teachers are also examiners.
Kings Oxford is an ofcial IELTS Test Centre.
As 12+ weeks, plus:
Free Kings ISIC card
Free mobile phone SIM card
Walk to Class Guarantee (see panel 6)
Free University Placement service
Free grammar book
If you dont achieve the result weve agreed with you in
advance, you can study for free until you do
Free Study Pack
One-to-one interview with your Course Co-ordinator
Personalised study action plan
Extra optional guided independent study sessions weekly
3. Enrolment Guarantee
We guarantee a 24-hour turn-
around of your fully completed
enrolment, if received from
Monday to Friday, from August
to May.
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9. Student Saver Pack
7. ClassMate:
supplementary
online learning
ClassMate is your 24/7 learning
companion. It supplements your teacher-
led lessons with multimedia content.
For more information, see page 8.
Multimedia lessons
Exam practice
Social calendar
e-Reception
Interaction with teachers
and other students
Free Kings ISIC card for
over 40,000+ benefts
and discounts globally.
8. Latest technology
Kings is continually investing in the latest
technology to enhance your learning
experience. For more information on our
College facilities, see pages 36 53.
Wif
Kings Boston
Superb campus location
in one of Bostons most
exclusive suburbs
Only 15 minutes by train
to downtown Boston
Excellent facilities
including on site student
residence
See pages 36 39
Kings Los Angeles
Fantastic Hollywood
location of Sunset
Boulevard
5 minutes' walk from
main Hollywood
attractions
Student residence
10 15 minutes walk
See pages 40 43
Kings Bournemouth
Great central location in
seaside town
5 10 minutes' walk to
shops, beach, and
entertainment
Excellent College
facilities for learning
and recreation
See pages 44 47
Kings London
Excellent location 17
minutes from central
London
Great local transport,
shopping and
entertainment
Most homestay within
walking distance
See pages 48 51
Kings Oxford
Newly refurbished
city-centre campus
Latest technology with
interactive whiteboards
throughout
Within walking distance
of all Oxford's many
attractions
See pages 52 55
10. Great locations
6. Accommodation options
1. Walk to Class Guarantee:
Book an Intensive Course of 24 weeks or
more and we guarantee youll be ofered
accommodation within reasonable
walking distance of College for the whole
of your course*.
We ofer a choice of accommodation to suit all
needs including student residences, homestay
(with a choice of half-board and self-catering)
and student houses or apartments. For more
information, see pages 56 61
* For conditions and details see page 56
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2. Stay Connected Guarantee:
We guarantee all accommodation will
include internet access as part of the price*.
5. Activities Guarantee
We ofer a huge number of activities, events and excursions throughout the year.
Every week, we guarantee you will be able to choose from a range of activities of
which at least two will be free. Our dedicated Activities Organisers are here to
help you fll your days with fun and excitement. For more information, see page 9.
Book an Intensive Course of 24 weeks or more, and
well give you these great products, absolutely free.
See page 7 for details.
Interactive
whiteboards
Online video
and audio
Mobile
broadband
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Free UK / US SIM card for one of the lowest
tarifs for national and international calls.
Comes complete with 10/US$10 credit.
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HOW YOU'LL
LEARN ENGLISH
At Kings, youll be at the centre of a total learning system.
Its a system which has been developed over many years by our
language teaching experts. Its a varied, enjoyable and highly
efective way to learn. Youll learn faster and learn more.
Interactive learning technology
Interactive whiteboards in class
Computer Learning Centre
Video and audio resources
Free wireless internet in College

Free university placement
Free university placement service if

youre studying for 24 weeks or more
Class discussion groups
Role-playing
Presentations and seminar

discussions
Debates and special

projects
Using newspapers
and magazines
all in English!
Regular progress assessment
Placement test on arrival
Progress test every week
Close teacher interaction at all times

Learning 24/7
Visit www.kingscolleges.com
for tips on practising your English
outside class
Talk to your friends and host family

in English all the time
One-to-one lessons
Improve vocabulary, idioms, or pronunciation
Ideal before exams, job interviews or university interviews
Available year-round in the USA and between September

and June in the UK, for:
Business English Grammar
Conversation Exam Preparation
Academic Study Skills Other specialist topics
YOU
Kings Learning Guarantee
If youre studying an Intensive

Course for 12 weeks or more, and
dont achieve the level weve agreed
with you, study free until you do
(You must have attended all classes
and completed all assignments)
ClassMate
Our unique supplementary online learning system
Lessons from Elementary to Advanced
Dynamic multimedia learning content
Cambridge, TOEFL and IELTS exam practice
Access from before you arrive until three months

afer you leave
(See page 8)
Qualifed teachers
Youll have at least two teachers during

your course, to ensure a varied learning
experience
We guarantee all your teachers will have a

CELTA, DELTA, MA in TESOL or equivalent
qualifcations and experience
Personalised progress plan
If youre studying an Intensive
Course for 12 weeks or more:
Personal meeting with your

course co-ordinator
Study Action Plan for your

personal learning
development
Specially designed
Study Pack
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Booking an Intensive Course
for longer has many benefits:
Greater fuency in
English: Youll develop
much broader and
deeper skills in all the
main areas of the
language speaking,
listening, reading and
writing
More cost-efective:
The longer you study,
the cheaper your
weekly course price
becomes
Complete cultural
immersion: Youll
have the time to feel
completely at home in
the UK or USA, getting
an inside view of the
language and culture
Follow special elective
subjects: Youll be able
to extend your learning
from a choice of
fascinating electives
in a variety of subjects
(see page 13)
Study in more than
one location: You could
even study at more than
one Kings location,
transferring from one
great location to another
( see pages 34 55)
When you book a longer term Intensive Course,
youll also enjoy these great additional benefts:
LONG TERM
STUDY BENEFITS
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Benefts apply to students attending all classes and completing all assignments.
Fees must be paid in advance to beneft from discounted course prices.
As 12+ weeks, plus:
Free Kings ISIC card
Produced specially for Kings in association with STA

to give you 40,000 + benefts and discounts globally
Savings on fights, ferries, accommodation, entertainment,

dining, cultural attractions, shopping, gyms, music and
much more
Free mobile phone SIM card
Use with your mobile phone for one of the lowest tarifs for
national and international calls
Comes complete with 10/US$10 credit

Walk to Class Guarantee (see page 56 for details)
Free University Placement: Guidance from specialist university
counsellors about your future university plans in the UK or USA
Free grammar book
24+
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Kings Learning Guarantee: If you dont achieve the result weve
agreed with you in advance, you can study free until you do
Free specially designed Study Pack
One-to-one interview with your Course Co-ordinator
Personalised study action plan designed for you
Up to four free guided independent study sessions per week
(including 1.5 hours of teacher-led classes per week)
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See a demo here:
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classmate-demo
ClassMate is our online supplementary teaching and learning
zone. It extends your learning and the contact you have with your
teacher outside of class. It is an integrated, skills-based learning
system using resources and topics across live teacher-led classes,
online guided learning sessions and practice in your own time.
Available for all courses except summer vacation courses.
Personalised interaction and guidance is at the heart of the Kings
approach to your learning. So ClassMate is not just a library of
resources it is your total learning plan. Youll get access to the
activities suitable for your specifc interests and language level.
ClassMate
YOUR 24/7 LEARNING COMPANION
Flash Point weekly news-based
lesson. Each week we scan the news
and find an article of interest. We then
use it to create a multi-level lesson with
a range of questions and reference
tools. You can browse an archive of
over 100 news-based lessons
My lesson history. See a record of
every exercise and lesson you have
completed and the score you achieved
My Study Plan. A variety of online
lessons covering all aspects of
language learning. Choose from a list
of lessons suited to your language
level. Lessons from Elementary to
Advanced
Exam Practice practice materials
for FCE, CAE, IELTS and TOEFL iBT
Multimedia learning resources include
reading exercises, listening exercises,
video and links to other websites
Learning content will automatically
adapt as the system sees your
results improve
Self-access for practice wherever
and whenever you want
My Assignments. Access to
your teacher through their personal
online profile
View the most recent assignment
posted for you by your teacher
Keep a record of all assignments from
your teachers
Homework and projects based on
topics covered in main lessons
Teacher-guided supplementary
sessions (Intensive students)
Library. Add a new lesson from the
lesson library according to your own
language level
The total learning approach:
Before your course
As soon as you are
registered for a course,
well give you a login so
that you can start
practising and using the
system before you even
leave home.
Follow a specially
created
pre-arrival course
Feel part of College

and interact
with your teacher
and other students
before you arrive
During your course
You have access
to ClassMate
throughout your
time at Kings.
Afer your course
Youll have three
months' free access to
ClassMate afer you
leave to help you
maintain the level
youve reached.
Specially created
post-departure
study plan
Unlimited access to
the archive of weekly
news lessons
Online access to your

teacher with prior
agreement
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My Overview. The home screen from
where you can get easy access to
everything on the ClassMate site
your shortcuts, learning zone, events
calendar and friends
My Calendar. Check out whats
happening this week on the Kings
social programme
Sign up for activities or excursions
Get information on exam test dates
My Life. e-Reception, where you can:
Sign up for events and excursions
Check your attendance
Update your personal details
Request a holiday or an oficial letter
Connect a device to the college
wireless network
Chat with College friends online
Ask a question or make an
appointment with a member of staf
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The Kings Community join in!
ACTIVITIES
AT KINGS
Wii Just Dance is great fun
and a great way to stay ft
The sports court at Kings Bournemouth
is perfect for outdoor aerobics classes
Learn to kayak
on the open waves
College barbecues are
always popular in summer
Join in the regular
Kings beach volleyball
competitions
We ofer a huge number of
activities, events and excursions
throughout the year. Every week,
we guarantee you will be able to
choose from a range of activities,
of which at least two will be free.
The Social Calendar is updated
on ClassMate every week.
You can sign up for activities
and excursions online!
Each of our colleges is a friendly, happy
community. Theres always something
new to do, somewhere new to explore,
someone new to call a friend.
With students from over 80 countries and
teachers and college staf from many
diferent backgrounds, its a fantastic
environment in which to learn, live and
have fun. Its a place youll call home.
Join our community before you
even arrive.
1 Check out the individual facebook
pages for each of our colleges:
facebook.com/kingscolleges
2 Follow us: twitter.com/kings colleges
3 Keep up to date with Kings news, blogs
and events: news.kingscolleges.com
Excursions
Wherever you choose to study
with Kings, you can be sure it
will be in a location which
ofers plenty to see and do. Our
Activities Managers organise
a range of excursions to great
destinations every week.
Find out more about whats on
ofer at our study locations on
pages 34 55.
A typical Kings social calendar includes:
Barbecues, parties
and karaoke
Cinema or theatre evenings
Concerts
Video evenings
Debates and
discussion evenings
Quizzes, bingo and

party games
'Open mic' nights
Sports (e.g. football, table

tennis, volleyball, basketball,
swimming, surfng)
Laser Quest
Speedboat ride
Salsa dancing
Ten pin bowling
Movie premieres
Rollerblading on the beach
Wii Just Dance

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The Common European Framework
Kings
level Language competence Description
TOEFL / IELTS
equivalent
Common European
Framework
(see below)
Advanced
Fluency, accuracy and appropriacy approaching
that of a native speaker. Can understand and use
complex and idiomatic language.
IELTS 7+
TOEFL 600+
iBT 100
C2 Mastery
Pre-Advanced
Fluent and accurate in most situations. Occasional
mistakes with appropriacy and when attempting
more complex expressions.
IELTS 6.0 7.0
TOEFL 550 600
iBT 75 99
C1 Efective
Operational
Proficiency
Upper Intermediate
Confident and efective communicator in a wide
range of situations. Noticeable lapses in fluency
and accuracy with complex structures or ideas.
IELTS 5.5 6.0
TOEFL 500 550
iBT 60 74
B2 Vantage
Intermediate
Can communicate independently and efectively
on familiar topics. Frequent lapses in accuracy and
fluency in more demanding situations.
IELTS 4.5 5.5
TOEFL 475 500
iBT 50 59
B1 Threshold
Lower Intermediate
Can appear confident and fluent when
communicating in familiar and non-pressuring
situations. Regular lapses in accuracy, fluency
and appropriacy.
IELTS 4.0 4.5
TOEFL 437 475
iBT 40 49
B1 Threshold
Pre-Intermediate
Can communicate and understand in a fair range
of familiar situations. Sustained communication
restricted by problems with fluency and accuracy.
Less than:
IELTS 4.0
TOEFL 350
A2 Waystage
Elementary
Can answer basic questions and communicate
some information slowly. Vocabulary and
understanding limited to basic everyday situations.
Less than:
IELTS 3.5
TOEFL 350
A1 Breakthrough
Beginner
Very little or no previous knowledge of English.
Can use and understand simple vocabulary and
phrases. Considerable assistance needed to
communicate.
Less than:
IELTS 3.5
TOEFL 350
We use a system of eight
bands to determine the level
of your language progression
Well use this to place you in the right class, and to help you plan how long
you will need to reach the level you want
Typically, students progress up one Kings level every 6 10 weeks
Your own progress will depend on the length and intensity of your course,
the level at which you are currently studying, as well as your own personal
ability and motivation
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to the Common European Framework of
Reference for Languages: Learning,
Teaching, Assessment (CEFR).
The CEFR has been developed
through scientifc research and wide
consultation to set clear and agreed
standards of attainment at each stage
of language learning.
It is designed to measure and compare
learning outcomes in a standard way,
and to allow recognition of language
qualifcations across diferent countries.
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General English courses
Intensive Course
12 Minimum 2 weeks 28 16 14 15
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Diploma of English
14 34 weeks or 24 weeks 28 (20
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Compact Course
15 Minimum 2 weeks 20
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16 14 15
Exam preparation courses
Cambridge FCE
17 8, 10 or 12 weeks
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20 or 28 16 12 12
Cambridge CAE
17 8, 11 or 12 weeks
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20 or 28 16 12
IELTS Preparation Course
18 Minimum 6 weeks
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28 16 14
Super Intensive IELTS
18 2 or 3 weeks 32 16 14
TOEFL iBT Preparation Course
20 Minimum 4 weeks 35 16 15
Test Preparation
(SAT, GMAT, GRE)
20 12 weeks 4 16 / 18
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Graduate preparation
Pre-Masters
21 1, 2 or 3 terms 32 21 10
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English Plus courses
English Plus Art and Design
English Plus Tourism
and Hospitality
25 6 or 12 weeks 28 16 14
English Plus Film Studies
and Filmmaking
26 12 weeks 28 16 15
English Plus Music
27 12 weeks 28 16 15
English Plus Business
and Finance
English Plus Law
Vacation courses
Vacation Course
32 2 11 weeks (UK)
2 12 weeks (USA)
20 16 16 15
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Vacation Extra
32 2 11 weeks 20 14
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Vacation Plus Film
33 4 weeks 20 / 28
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Beginners are accepted at all Colleges except Oxford, and must begin
on the frst Monday of the month. The minimum level at Oxford is
Elementary
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Compact version of 20 lessons plus 4 guided study lessons per week
also available in the USA
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Students below this level can frst complete an Intensive Course
at all Colleges except Oxford prior to starting the Diploma
of English
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Compact version in the USA has 20 lessons plus 4 guided study
lessons per week
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Course length dependent on start dates. See page 17 for details
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Minimum 2 weeks in London with weekly start dates
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16 (SAT), 18 (GRE/GMAT)
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SAT: Kings Level 5 (Intermediate);
GRE/GMAT: Kings Level 6 (Upper Intermediate)
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Three terms of study: Level 5; two terms: Level 6; one term: Level 7
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Beginners in all Colleges except Oxford. Minimum level in
Oxford is Elementary
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Students aged 13 are accepted in Bournemouth as part of a group
and aged 15 in Los Angeles
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Compact version: 12 English lessons plus 8 flm lessons per week;
Intensive version: 20 English lessons plus 8 flm lessons per week
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Intensive version: Kings Level 4; Compact version: Kings Level 5
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Sample timetable with Special Interest Group: Introduction to Tourism
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Session 1
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Grammar and
Vocabulary
Education
vocabulary
Reading
Gapped text
sentences
Grammar and
Vocabulary
First conditional
Reading
Multiple choice
comprehension
Grammar and
Vocabulary
Future time
clauses
Reading
True/false
questions
Grammar and
Vocabulary
Describing
house types
Reading
Focus on noun
formation
Grammar and
Vocabulary Test
Marking and
correction in the
lesson
B R E A K
Session 2
(2 lessons)
Listening
Pronunciation
focus
Speaking
Your education
Listening
Listening for
specific
information
Speaking
Agreeing and
disagreeing
Listening
Pronunciation
focus
Speaking
Speak for one
minute on
diferent topics
Writing
Structure,
language and
timed writing
Listening
Social English
Making
suggestions
Speaking
Sentence stress
L U N C H
Session 3
(2 lessons)
Special
Interest
Group
Vocabulary
Travel
vocabulary
Speaking
Student
discussion group
on their vacation
Vocabulary
and Reading
Using adjectives
to describe
tourism
Speaking
Student
discussion group
Project
Students plan a
weekend break
in London using
tourist
information
given by the
teacher. Class
presentation in
small groups
Writing
A letter of
reservation for a
hotel room
Listening
Booking a hotel
room on the
phone
Study time
or free time
Skills developed:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Pronunciation
Plus: knowledge of subjects selected in
Special Interest Group classes. See page 13.

Structure
28 lessons per week will be dynamic,
interesting and rigorous and will take
place in the mornings and afernoons.
(During the summer you might have
lessons in the mornings, afernoons or
a combination of both).
Comprising:
20 lessons per week of General English
8 lessons per week in Special Interest

Groups enabling you to study a range of
more specialist English language topics
to suit your needs and interests.
6 guided independent study sessions

per week, with support from a teacher,
if you study for 12 weeks or more.
Included in the price:
28 lessons per week
Welcome Information Pack
Placement test on arrival, weekly

progress tests and regular homework
Kings Study File, teaching materials

and use of coursebook
Use of Computer Learning Centre
Access to ClassMate online learning

(see page 8)
Wireless internet in College
Optional weekly lecture programme

at UK Colleges
Two free social activities per week
End of Course Certifcate

Your certificate
At the end of your course you will be
presented with your Kings Intensive
Course Certifcate at a special awards
ceremony, provided you have attended
at least 90% of your lessons.
INTENSIVE
COURSE
Purpose: This, our most popular course,
is designed to maximise your fluency in
as short a time as possible, and to
introduce a range of specialist subjects
taught in Special Interest Groups.
Key information
Course length:
Minimum 2 weeks
Starts: (3 January 10
December)

Lessons: 28 lessons (21 hours) per week:
Language lessons per week
(15 hours)
Special Interest Group lessons
per week (6 hours)
Optional guided independent
study sessions per week (3 hours,
including 1. 5 hours with teacher),
if studying for 12 weeks or more
Minimum age: 16
(average age range 18 30)
Maximum class size:
UK USA
Minimum entry level:
Kings Level 1 (Beginner)*
*Beginners courses are available at all
locations except Oxford starting on the frst
Monday of each month. The minimum
entry level in Oxford is Elementary.
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Kings Levels 1 4
(Beginner to
Lower Intermediate)
Lower level students take SIGs in both
Fluency and Discussion, and Listening
and Pronunciation. They can also follow
the Art and Design SIG.
1. Fluency and Discussion
Contributing to discussions
Using role-play to communicate
Developing mini-presentations
Taking part in drama activities

2. Listening and Pronunciation
Sounds, stress, rhythm and intonation
Sound units (phonemes)
Articulating sounds
Using primary and secondary stress
Understanding sentence rhythm

intonation, emotion and meaning
3. Art and Design (Oxford)
Developing your creative expression
Practical project work
Drawing and painting techniques
Using diferent media and materials
Preparing a portfolio
Kings Levels 5+
(Intermediate to Advanced)
Students at higher levels can take SIGs
in specialist subjects including:
1. IELTS Preparation
Essential grammar and vocabulary
Exam techniques and strategies
Read more quickly and efectively
Listening comprehension
Organising your writing
Self-correction techniques
2. Academic Reading and Writing
Developing presentation skills
Learning to plan and write an essay
Learning efective subject research
Improving reading strategies

3. Business and Finance
(London and USA)
Business terminology
Report writing and presentation skills
Business case-study project work
Practical real-life business experience
Visits to business / fnancial institutions
Cambridge ICFE and BEC preparation

4. Law (London and Boston)
Criminal and civil law
Cambridge ICFE and BEC preparation
Legal English terminology
Report writing and presentation skills
Legal case-study presentation
Visits to law frms and courts

5. Fashion (Los Angeles)
History of costume design
Emerging trends from catwalk to retail
Branding in the fashion industry

6. Music (Boston)
(Set start dates)
History of American music
Musical composition performance
Production and musical techniques

7. Introduction to Tourism (Bournemouth)
(Set start dates)
English for Tourism
Tourism operations: transport,

accommodation, attractions, events,
destinations, and tour operators
Marketing: marketing mix, statistics

and data analysis, market and
competitor analysis; macro and micro
economic factors
Graded assignment and presentation

8. Introduction to Hospitality
(Bournemouth)
(Set start dates)
English for Hospitality
Hotel and restaurant operations:

food, accommodation, beverages,
facilities and classifcation systems
Customer service skills and

relationships
Graded assignment and presentation

9. Film Studies (Los Angeles)
(Set start dates)
Genres, trends and flm history
History of Hollywood
Acting foundations: skills and

techniques
Acting for the camera
Script development and creative writing
Production/Post Production:
Filming and editing
Practical skills in making a short flm

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English Plus courses.
Other Special Interest Groups
Depending on your choice of location,
examples might include:
GMAT preparation
TOEFL preparation
Business English
British Life and Culture
American Culture
Elementary Writing Skills
Reading
Pronunciation
Intensive Course
Special Interest Groups
8 lessons per week (included in the price)
You can choose from a range of Special Interest Groups (SIGs) to develop your skills further, depending
on your language level and subject to location and availability. Sample SIGs are shown below.
Great benefts when
you study for longer
1. The longer you study, the cheaper
your weekly course price becomes.
2. Study for 12 weeks or more, and
youll get additional guided study
sessions and other benefits.
3. Study for 24 weeks or more and
youll have extra benefits including
free university placement and your
special Student Saver Pack.
See page 7 for details
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Course length: 34 or 24 weeks tuition
Start dates:
3 January, 19 March (UK), 26 March (USA),
10 September
Intensive version
language lessons per week
(15 hours)
per week (6 hours)
optional guided independent study
sessions per week (3 hours,
including 1. 5 hours with teacher)
Compact version (USA only)
(15 hours)
structured self-study lessons
per week (3 hours)
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
UK USA
Kings Level 2 (Elementary)
DIPLOMA
OF ENGLISH
Purpose: This long-term course is the
best value way to achieve real fluency,
gain specialist subject knowledge and
enjoy a memorable college year or
semester abroad.
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Course starts: 3 Jan (USA/UK)
Course fnishes: 29 Jun (USA); 22 Jun (UK)
Vacation: 24 Mar 8 Apr (USA); 10 18 Mar (UK)
March start
Course starts: 26 Mar (USA); 19 Mar (UK)
Course fnishes: 21 Sep (USA); 7 Sep (UK)
Vacation: 16 Jun 1 Jul (USA); 9 17 Jun (UK)
September start
Course starts: 10 Sep (USA/UK)
Course fnishes: 8 Mar 2013 (USA);
15 Mar 2013 (UK)
Vacation: 22 Dec 2012 6 Jan 2013 (USA);
15 Dec 2012 6 Jan 2013 (UK)
34 WEEK COURSES
January start
Course starts: 3 Jan (USA/UK)
Course fnishes: 21 Sep (USA); 7 Sep (UK)
Vacations: 24 Mar 8 Apr, 30 Jun 15 Jul (USA);
10 18 Mar, 9 17 Jun (UK)
March start
Course starts: 26 Mar (USA); 19 Mar (UK)
Course fnishes: 14 Dec (USA); 30 Nov (UK)
Vacations: 16 Jun 1 Jul, 22 Sep 7 Oct (USA);
9 17 Jun, 25 Aug 9 Sep (UK)
September start
Course starts: 10 Sep (USA/UK)
Course fnishes: 31 May 2013 (USA/UK)
Vacations: 22 Dec 2012 6 Jan 2013,
9 Mar 24 Mar (USA); 15 Dec 2012 6 Jan 2013,
16 24 Mar 2013 (UK)
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Your Diploma
At the end of your course you will be presented with your Kings
Diploma of English at a special awards ceremony, provided you have
completed all your assignments and attended at least 90% of lessons.
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Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Pronunciation
Plus: knowledge of subjects selected in
Special Interest Group classes.

Structure
Two study lengths:
34 weeks (2 semesters)
24 weeks (1 semester)

Two lesson plans:
Intensive (28 lessons per week)

available in all locations
Compact version (20 lessons per week

plus 4 lessons per week of structured
self-study) available in the USA
(During the summer you might have
a combination of both).
Gain recognised,
formal qualifications
The Diploma of English is a great way to
prepare for formal language exams
such as IELTS, TOEFL or the Cambridge
Exams all recognised by universities
and employers around the world.
Included in the price
20 or 28 lessons per week (plus, in the

USA, 4 lessons per week of structured
self-study on Compact version)

progress tests and termly progress
assessment
Teaching materials and use of

coursebook

(see page 8)
University counselling and

placement service
Portfolio development
Weekly lecture programme

at UK Colleges
Full written end-of-course report plus

Kings Diploma of English.
Creating your
personal portfolio
The course includes special project work
which will lead to the creation of your own
project portfolio. With the guidance of your
teacher, you'll choose the theme of your
own project. Successful completion and
presentation of your project is required
before you are awarded your Diploma.
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Sample curriculum overview

General English lessons
Focus on key areas of language
development.
You will develop the following skills:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Pronunciation

Total: 20 lessons per week

Optional guided independent
study sessions
The guided independent study sessions
develop your skills outside the classroom.
You can use online resources, including
ClassMate (see page 8), in the Computer
Learning Centre or on your own laptop, or
you can work on projects using magazines,
books and video resources.
Total: Up to 4 sessions per week
8 lessons per week of specialist subjects.
You will frst focus on extra language
development and then move on to more
specialist subject areas. Well ensure you
study the right subjects for your needs.
Sample Special Interest Groups
Depending on location and language level,
subjects might include:
Communication Skills
Idioms and Further Vocabulary
Conversation Practice
Listening and Pronunciation
British Life and Culture
American Culture
IELTS Preparation
TOEFL iBT Preparation
FCE and CAE Preparation
GMAT Preparation
Academic Reading and Writing
Academic Study Skills
English for Work
Art and Design
Introduction to Hospitality
Introduction to Tourism
Business and Finance
Law
Film Studies
Total: 8 lessons per week

Lecture Programme
At our UK Colleges there is also a one-hour
lecture each week on a language-based
topic or a subject of UK cultural interest.
Sample language lectures:
Grammar Seminar: Conditionals
Language Seminar: Adjectives and Verbs
Dialects and Diferent Types of English
Grammar Workshop: Passives
Phrasal Verbs
Sample cultural lectures:
British Comedy: Laughter in English
Charles Dickens: His Life and Times
Animation: Moving Images
Poetry Workshop
King Henry VIII

Total: 1 hour per week

Assessment
Regular, formal assessment forms an
important part of this course and you'll
also be assessed on your presentation of
your special project. Coursework is
collated in your personal Learning
Development File.
Assessment includes:
weekly tests throughout the course
regular progress tests
regular essays and written

presentations throughout the course
oral presentations
presentation of special project portfolio
oral exam
written exam
Sample timetable
Session 1
(2 lessons)
Grammar and
Vocabulary
Education
vocabulary
Reading
Gapped text
sentences
Techniques and
approaches
Grammar and
Vocabulary
First conditional
Presentation
and practice
Reading
Multiple choice
comprehension
Grammar and
Vocabulary
Presentation
and practice
Reading
True/false
questions
Grammar and
Vocabulary
Describing foods
of the world
Reading
Focus on noun
formation
Grammar and
Vocabulary Test
Marking and
correction in the
lesson
B R E A K
Session 2
(2 lessons)
Listening
Pronunciation
focus
The letter e
Speaking
Your education
Listening
Techniques
and approaches
Speaking
Agreeing and
disagreeing
Expressing your
opinion
Listening
Pronunciation
focus
The letter u
Speaking
Speak for one
minute on
diferent topics
Writing
Describing your
favourite food.
Structure,
language and
timed writing
Listening
Social English
Making
suggestions
Speaking
Sentence stress
L U N C H
Session 3
(2 lessons)
Special
Interest
Group
Vocabulary
Management
qualities
Speaking
What makes a
good manager
Reading
Management
styles
Listening
Work idioms
Skills Focus
Making people
feel at ease
Speaking
Small talk at a
business dinner
Case Study
Choosing a
Project Manager
based on
individual
qualities
Study time, free
time or Culture
Club visit to
London
Session 4 Guided
self-study
session
Guided
self-study
session
University
counselling
Guided
self-study
session
Free period
Intensive version with Special Interest
Group in English for Work
Great benefts when
The longer you study the cheaper
your course price becomes.
You'll also receive additional optional
independent study sessions, with
support from your teacher.
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Key information
Course length: Minimum 2 weeks
Starts: (3 January
10 December)

Lessons:
lessons per week
(15 hours)
lessons per week
(3 hours) of structured self-study
in the USA
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
UK USA
Skills developed
Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Pronunciation

Structure
20 lessons per week usually take place
every morning from Monday to Friday.
During the summer you might have
a combination of both.
20 lessons per week (plus 4 lessons

per week of structured self-study in
the USA)



(see page 8)

at UK Colleges

Your certificate
At the end of your course you will be presented with
your Kings Compact Course Certifcate at a special
awards ceremony, provided you have attended at least
90% of your lessons.
Sample timetable
Session 1
(2 lessons)
Grammar and
Vocabulary
Education
vocabulary
Reading
Gapped text
sentences
Grammar and
Vocabulary
First conditional
Reading
Multiple choice
comprehension
Grammar and
Vocabulary
Future time
clauses
Reading
True/false
questions
Grammar and
Vocabulary
Practising
adjectives
Reading
New vocabulary
Noun formation
Grammar and
Vocabulary Test
Marking and
correction in
the lesson
B R E A K
Session 2
(2 lessons)
Listening
The letter u
Spelling and
speaking
Speaking
Your education
Listening
Listening for
specific
information
Speaking
Expressing your
opinion
Listening
The letters s/z
Spelling and
speaking
Speaking
Speak for one
minute on
diferent topics
Writing
Describing a
house or a flat
Listening
Social English
Making
suggestions
Speaking
Sentence stress
L U N C H
Afternoons are free.
You may use the Colleges study facilities for private study after lessons.
COMPACT
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Purpose: A broad General English
course which is specifically designed
to improve your overall language skills
whilst giving plenty of free time for
work or fun.
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On the Compact Course, the longer you study, the cheaper your weekly course price
becomes. Please see price sheet for details.
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Skills developed:
Tuition in exam techniques
Regular progress tests
Two complete practice

examinations

Structure
Both courses are taught by specialist and experienced teachers.
The syllabus has been specially designed to maximise your exam
success and covers all papers of the exam.
Homework is an integral part of the course and you will be
expected to complete at least fve hours of self-study assignments
each week.
There are two sets of mock exams before the exam date.

(FCE and CAE)
20 or 28 lessons per week
Placement test on arrival, weekly progress tests and

regular homework
Kings Study File, teaching materials and coursebook
Access to ClassMate online learning (see page 8)

Your certificate
At the end of your course you will be presented
with the Kings Certifcate in Cambridge
Examination Preparation at a special awards
ceremony, provided you have attended at least
90% of your lessons.
CAMBRIDGE EXAM COURSES
Purpose: These courses are specifically designed to prepare you thoroughly for all
papers in the Cambridge exams the best known and respected formal qualifications in
English. Youll focus on exam techniques and practice.
First Certificate in English (FCE) Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
Key information
Course length: 8, 10 or 12 weeks
Start dates:
3 January (10 weeks) for exam on 10 March
19 March (12 weeks) for exam on 9 June
2 July (8 weeks) for exam on 24 August*
10 September (12 weeks) for exam on 4 December**
Lessons:
Compact version: Intensive version:
lessons per week lessons per week
(15 hours) (21 hours)
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
UK USA
Kings Level 5 (Intermediate)***
Key information
Course length: 8, 11 or 12 weeks
Start dates:
3 January (11 weeks) for exam on 17 March
19 March (12 weeks) for exam on 13 June
2 July (8 weeks) for exam on 24 August*
10 September (12 weeks) for exam on 1 December
Lessons:
Compact version: Intensive version:
lessons per week lessons per week
(15 hours) (21 hours)
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
Kings Level 6 (Upper Intermediate)***
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** For the 10 September start, students will need to book an additional
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*** Students may also be asked to complete a language suitability test.
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Key information
Course length: 2 or 3 weeks
Start dates:
Bournemouth: B London: L Oxford: O
6 Feb (test 18 Feb) O
27 Feb (test 10 Mar) B
19 Mar (test 31 Mar) O
30 Apr (test 12 May) O
14 May (test 26 May) B, O
18 Jun (test 30 Jun) B
25 Jun (test 7 Jul) O
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9 Jul (test 21 Jul) B, O
16 Jul (test 26 Jul) L
Lessons:
lessons per week (24 hours) plus
extensive private study assignments
Minimum age: 16 Maximum class size:
Minimum entry level: Kings Level 5 (Intermediate)
* 3 week course
Key information
Course length: Minimum 6 weeks (London: Minimum 2 weeks)
Start dates:
Bournemouth and Oxford*: London:
9 January
20 February
2 April
14 May (3 Jan 10 Dec)
25 June
6 August
17 September
29 October
Lessons:
General English lessons IELTS preparation
per week (15 hours) lessons per week
(6 hours)
Minimum age: 16 Maximum class size:
Minimum entry level: Kings Level 5 (Intermediate)
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1. Adapting to the requirements
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2. Practice in each of the four
modules of the IELTS exam:
Listening
(30 minutes of the exam)
Reading
Writing
Speaking
(11 14 minutes of the exam)
Structure
Week 1 Preparing for the
IELTS exam:
Adapting your existing
language skills to understand
and use patterns of academic
English.
Week 2 Exam practice:
Intensive practice tests under
exam conditions of the four
exam modules. Specialist
teachers give feedback on
your performance.
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Language:
Reading
Writing
Speaking
Listening
Grammar
Pronunciation
IELTS exam preparation:
Essential grammar,
vocabulary and language
skills required for IELTS
examination success
Exam techniques
Regular practice exams

Structure
20 lessons per week of

General English (15 hours)
8 lessons per week of IELTS

preparation (6 hours)
IELTS AT KINGS
Purpose: This intensive course of 28 lessons per week is
intended to develop your general language skills while also
providing specialist preparation for the IELTS exam.
Purpose: This full-time, very intensive course concentrates
100% on IELTS preparation and is designed to prepare you
thoroughly for the exam in as short a time as possible.
IELTS Preparation Course Super Intensive IELTS
* It may be possible to start the IELTS Preparation Course on alternative
dates in Bournemouth and Oxford, subject to availability.
Note: The Super Intensive IELTS course is intended for the Academic
Module only. If you would like information about preparing for the General
Training Module, please contact us.
23 Jul (test 4 Aug) O
30 Jul (test 11 Aug) L
6 Aug* (test 25 Aug) O
13 Aug (test 25 Aug) B, L
20 Aug (test 1 Sep) L
8 Oct (test 20 Oct) L
22 Oct (test 3 Nov) L
5 Nov (test 17 Nov) L, O
19 Nov (test 1 Dec) L, O
26 Nov (test 8 Dec) B
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The IELTS reputation
The IELTS exam has become the largest
and most respected test of English for
educational and training purposes in the
world. It tests both general and academic
English and is taken by over 1.4 million
candidates each year.
The IELTS exam is recognised by the
majority of universities in the UK, Canada,
Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and South
Africa, and by over 380 universities and
Colleges in the USA.
(IELTS Preparation Course
and Super Intensive IELTS)
28 lessons (or 32 lessons) per week

Kings Study File, teaching materials and

coursebook

(see page 8)

Your certificate
presented with your Kings Certifcate in
IELTS Examination Preparation at a special
awards ceremony, provided you have
attended at least 90% of your lessons.

Kings Oxford is the second largest IELTS Test Centre in the UK,
and has been the Oficial Test Centre for the Oxford region since 1996.
This means that all IELTS tests in the Oxford region are administered by
Kings Oxford, the accredited British Council testing centre.
IELTS Test Centre at Kings Oxford
Since
1996
We currently test over 3,000 candidates
per year a number that continues to
grow. In total, Kings Oxford has tested over
20,000 candidates.
I have been involved with IELTS for over twelve years. I
work with a dedicated and experienced team who
understand the needs of each candidate.
We know that you may have many questions to ask and
have designed our website to help you as much as
possible. In addition we recognise that you may need to
talk to someone about your concerns and we are always
willing to listen and help here at Kings Oxford.
Sally Fenn
IELTS Test Director
Kings Oxford
Our website provides detailed information
for students taking the IELTS test within
the Oxford region.
You can look up test dates and view your
results. You can also download all the
documents you need to take the test.
> 3,000 candidates per year
> 20,000 in total
kingscolleges.com
The IELTS test is in two parts:
The Main Exam
This is taken on Saturday morning. It is
administered by Kings Oxford and taken
at the nearby Cheney School.

The Speaking Test
This is taken at Kings Oxford one or two
days before the main exam, either on
Thursday or Friday (13. 30 18.00).

We also ofer a limited number of non-
standard test appointments outside these
days. Please see our website for details.

Test Report Forms
We will issue your Test Report Form (TRF)
ten working days afer the date of your test.

If you need to prove your test result (for
example to a university or employer), you
can ask us to send a duplicate of your TRF
directly to them.

We are permitted to issue up to fve
duplicate TRFs like this within four weeks
of your test.
Full details about IELTS testing at Kings
Oxford are available on our website:
www.kingscolleges.com
The IELTS Test
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Language:
Reading
Writing
Speaking
Listening
Grammar
Pronunciation
Exam preparation:
Essential grammar, vocabulary and

language skills required for TOEFL
examination success
Exam techniques
Regular practice exams

Structure
The course is taught by specialist and
experienced teachers who will support
you throughout. The syllabus has been
specially designed to maximise your exam
success and covers all areas of the exam.
Homework and guided independent study
are integral to the course. You will be
expected to complete at least fve hours of
self-study assignments each week. There
are regular progress tests and mock exams
before the exam date.
20 lessons and 15 guided study

lessons per week


coursebook
Guidance and information on testing

dates. Exam fees not included

(see page 8)
Online TOEFL study account,

with training content and full-length
practice tests
Free TOEFL Preparation coursebook

Key information
Course length: Minimum 4 weeks
Starts: 3 January
10 December)

Lessons: 35 lessons per week, including:
TOEFL and English for Academic
Study lessons per week (15 hours)
guided independent study lessons
per week (11. 25 hours)
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
Kings Level 5 (Intermediate)
TOEFL iBT
PREPARATION
COURSE
Purpose: This course will prepare you
thoroughly for the TOEFL exam. Exam
practice and technique are vital parts
of the course. TOEFL is recognised by
more than 7,500 colleges, universities
and international employers.
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Course structure (all courses)
4 lessons per week focusing on

techniques and skills for exam success.
Several hours of online drills, exercises

and regular practice exams
SAT
Sections: Critical Reading, Maths and
Writing (the essay)
GMAT
Sections: Verbal, Quantitative
and Analytical Writing
GRE
Sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative
Reasoning and Analytical Writing
Your certificate
At the end of your course you will be presented with
your Kings Certifcate in TOEFL iBT Examination
Preparation at a special awards ceremony, provided you
have attended at least 90% of your lessons.
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PREPARATION
Purpose: For students wanting entry to
U.S. university and, in addition to their
general English course, need specialist
preparation for the formal examinations
required for entry to Undergraduate or
Graduate programmes.
Key information
Course length: 12 weeks
Starts: 3 January, 26 March, 18 June,
10 September
Lessons:
lessons (3 hours) per week in
addition to general English course
Minimum age: 16 (SAT); 18 (GMAT, GRE)
Maximum class size:
SAT: Kings Level 5 (Intermediate)
GRE/GMAT: Kings Level 6
(Upper Intermediate)
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Purpose: For students who want a
direct path to postgraduate study at a
leading UK university, and who need the
appropriate language level and study
skills to ensure success.
The course
This course has been developed in
conjunction with leading universities to
provide a dedicated pathway to a range
of Masters degrees.
You will beneft from signifcant personal
teacher contact time, helping you develop
appropriate language and study skills for
a Masters, plus the ability to express
yourself efectively in your subject.
Ensure you receive your university ofer
Studying your Pre-Masters at Kings gives
you the very best chance of receiving an
ofer to study your Masters at a leading UK
university. We will work closely with you to
help you determine the choice of Masters
course and university which is most
suitable for your academic intentions.
Kings is able to help you secure the ofer
you need because of the strong
relationships and track-record of success
we have built up with the leading
universities in the UK.
The IELTS specialists
Kings Oxford is the Ofcial IELTS Test
Centre for the Oxford region (see page 19).
Our dedicated IELTS teachers will give
you the edge in specialist preparation for
the exam.
Course structure
Term 1
The frst term will focus on English
language skills development. It will also
incorporate critical reasoning, evaluative
description and the principles of post
graduate study.
Term 2
The second term reviews the main skills
and academic language from term 1 and
continues to focus on English language
skills development. A larger part of the
course will involve critical reasoning.
There will be more opportunities for you to
participate in tasks directly related to their
chosen MA or MSc subjects.
Term 3
In addition to continuing to expand your
language, critical thinking, self-study
and analytical skills through various
assignments, you will write and present a
subject specifc research paper. You will be
helped in this process by subject teachers
as well as your EAP teacher.
Course content
English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

and IELTS
Lectures in specialist subjects
Study skills
Assignment and investigation classes:

producing a short report based on
primary research. Researching,
outlining, creating and editing an
academic paper
Seminar and presentation skills:

understanding debate-style academic
discussion; the roles of facilitator and
participant in academic seminars
Literature Review: critically evaluating

and summarising sources,
understanding the multiplicities of
argument around a certain topic,
synthesising sources into a discussion-
like document
Research Matters: key issues in

conducting research, assessing a piece
of research, the generic and linguistic
features of research reports and
proposals
Presenting a dissertation
During the third term you will agree with
your Academic Tutor the subject for a
3000-word dissertation which you will
research and write. You will formally
present your dissertation to your tutor
and will defend it verbally (Viva).
This approach mirrors that at university.
Average 25 contact hours per week
Weekly progress tests and regular

homework

coursebook

(see page 8)

Key information
Course length: 1, 2 or 3 terms (3, 6 or 9
months) depending on language level
Term 1: September December
Term 2: January March
Term 3: April June
Starts: 9 January, 9 April, 17 September
Lessons:
Lessons per week (average
25 contact hours per week)
plus guided self-study
Minimum age: 21
Maximum class size:
(weekly tutorials
with 1 3 students)
3 terms: Kings Level 5 (Intermediate)
2 terms: Kings Level 6 (Upper Intermediate)
1 term: Kings Level 7 (Pre-Advanced)
Academic requirements:
Completed frst undergraduate degree
with a good Grade Points Average
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We deliver a unique range of specialist English Plus
courses which combine language development with
a choice of exciting yet practical subjects.
English Plus Art and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p24
English Plus Tourism and Hospitality . . . . . . . . . . . . p25
English Plus Film Studies and Filmmaking . . . . . . . p26
English Plus Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p27
English Plus Business and Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p28
English Plus Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p29
ENGLISH PLUS
COURSES
Are you looking for a career in the catering industry?
Or perhaps in the world of business, law or the arts?
Our English Plus courses are designed to help you gain
the specialist skills you need to succeed in these industries.
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ENGLISH
PLUS ART
AND DESIGN
Purpose: This course is for students
who need to improve their English while
preparing a portfolio of artwork. It
combines General English with specialist
art and design-related disciplines.
Key information
Course length:
Minimum 4 weeks
Starts: (3 January
10 December)
(15 hours)
Art and Design lessons per week
(6 hours)
6 hours per week of independent
work on course projects
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
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1. Language:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Pronunciation
2. Art and Design techniques
3. Portfolio development

Structure
20 lessons of General English (15 hours)
8 lessons with Art teacher (6 hours)
At least 6 hours per week of independent
work on course projects.

The Kings art studio
The art studio at Kings Oxford (St. Josephs
Campus) is a light, spacious, dedicated
room, specially equipped for teaching
painting, drawing and modelling. Lessons
take place here and students come here to
work on projects in their own time. The
studio is a place where you can meet other
students afer classes to share and develop
artistic ideas, to do your coursework and to
learn new skills.
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Use of art studio

Your certificate
presented with the Kings Certifcate in
English Plus Art and Design at a special
awards ceremony, provided you have
attended at least 90% of your lessons.
The art studio at Kings Oxford
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Bournemouth London
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Great benefts when you study for longer
1. The longer you study, the cheaper your weekly course price becomes.
2. Study for 12 weeks or more, and youll get additional guided study sessions and
other benefits.
3. Study for 24 weeks or more and youll have extra benefits including free university
placement and your special Student Saver Pack.
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Course length: 6 or 12 weeks
Start dates:
Course 1: Introduction to Tourism:
9 January, 2 April, 25 June, 17 September
Course 2: Introduction to Hospitality:
20 February, 14 May, 6 August, 29 October
(15 hours)
Introduction to Tourism /
Introduction to Hospitality lessons
per week ( 6 hours)
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
Kings Level 4 (Lower Intermediate)
Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH)
These courses are run in partnership with the Confederation of Tourism and
Hospitality, one of the worlds leading hospitality and tourism professional bodies.
CTH has agreements with many prestigious UK universities and hotel schools
including Les Roches and Glion in Switzerland. Kings Bournemouth is an accredited
Delivery Centre for CTH programmes.
ENGLISH PLUS
TOURISM AND
HOSPITALITY
Purpose: These courses combine
English with a general introduction to
Tourism and/or Hospitality. Students can
follow either course individually or both
courses consecutively.
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1. Language
Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Pronunciation
2. Tourism
English for Tourism Studies
Tourism operations
Principles of tourism marketing

3. Hospitality
English for Hospitality
Hotel and restaurant operations
Customer service skills and relationships

4. Project and assignment
presentation skills

Structure
20 lessons of General English per week
plus 8 lessons of Tourism / Hospitality plus
at least 6 hours per week of private study
and project work
Both courses include real-life case-studies,
authentic texts and research assignments.
Course 1: Introduction to Tourism
6 weeks
Week 1: English for Tourism
Weeks 2 3: Introduction to Tourism

operations: transportation, events,
accommodation, attractions,
destinations, tour operators and
travel agents
Weeks 4 5: Introduction to marketing in

tourism: marketing mix, statistics and
data analysis, market and competitor
analysis, marketing activities and macro
and micro economic factors
Week 6: Review, Project and

Presentations: completion of graded
assignment and PowerPoint
presentation
Course 2: Introduction to Hospitality
6 weeks
Week 1: English for Hospitality
Weeks 2 3: Introduction to hotel and

restaurant operations: food,
accommodation, beverages, facilities,
grading and classifcation systems in
restaurants, bars and clubs
Weeks 4 5: Introduction to customer

service skills and relationships:
corporate philosophy and culture,
customer care, expectations, feedback
and customer relationships
Week 6: Review, Project and

Presentations: completion of graded
assignment and PowerPoint
presentation

28 lessons per week (21 hours)


use of course books

(see page 8)
Optional weekly lectures

Your certificate
On completion you will be presented with
your Kings Certifcate in English Plus
Introduction to Tourism / Hospitality,
validated by CTH, at a special awards
ceremony. You must have attended at least
90% of your lessons. You will also receive a
portfolio of your work,
a personal report from
your tutor and a
recording of your
presentation.

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Bournemouth London
Oxford
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Course length:
12 weeks (4 weeks for each module)
Starts: 9 January, 2 April, 24 September
(15 hours)
Film Studies / Filmmaking lessons
per week (6 hours)
4 hours (minimum) per week of
feld work
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
ENGLISH
PLUS FILM
STUDIES AND
FILMMAKING
Purpose: This course, taught in
conjunction with AMDA, is for students
who want to combine English with the
study of film including film history, script
writing, acting and production. It also
includes practical filmmaking skills.
All this right in the heart of Hollywood
the film capital of the world.
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1. Language:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Pronunciation
2. Film Studies: Knowledge of
specialist subjects as detailed in
the modules below
3. Practical skills: Managing the creation
of a short flm or documentary

Structure
Film history:
The silent era
Iconography
The sound era
Animation
Genres
Famous trends
The 80s: sequels, blockbusters

and videotapes
Special efects
Underground movement
Independent flms
History of Hollywood:
From the 1920s to the present day
Acting Foundations:
Life-study observations
Improvisation techniques
Techniques for role preparation

Acting for the Camera:
Methods and techniques for flm acting
Angles, working within a frame, playing

according to the size of shot
Script Development:
Concept development
Creative approaches to writing
Sitcoms, screen plays, shorts flm

and documentaries
Production/post production:
Filming
Editing and full montage

Short flm competition
Towards the end of the course you will
apply your new skills and creative ideas
to making a short flm or documentary,
managing the project from start to fnish.
The best flm will be given an award.
American Musical and
Dramatic Academy (AMDA)
The course is taught in conjunction
with AMDA one of the worlds leading
institutions for the performing arts.
Classes are taught both at Kings and the
AMDA campus, located 10 minutes walk
from our College. The course also includes
visits to iconic flm locations, studios and
other industry-related venues.

Video editing suite
Kings Los Angeles has a fully equipped
Apple Mac video editing suite, including
Final Cut Pro and Afer Efects sofware.
28 lessons per week

Access to AMDA labs and other facilities
Membership of Kings Colleges

Film Club

(see page 8)
Access to 3 exhibitions of the Academy

of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Subscription to the Academy of Motion

Picture Arts and Sciences periodical
Visits to flm locations and studios

Your certificate
presented with your Kings / AMDA
Certifcate in English Plus Film Studies and
Filmmaking at a special awards ceremony,
provided you have attended at least 90%
of your lessons.

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ENGLISH
PLUS MUSIC
Purpose: If you want to learn English
while studying music, this course is for
you. General English is combined with
aspects of music performance
(instrumental/voice) and music
composition (songwriting/musical
theatre). The course will also cover the
history of American music, including
jazz, blues, folk, musical theatre, and
contemporary rock.
Key information
Course length:
12 weeks (4 weeks for each module)
Starts: 9 January, 2 April, 25 June,
17 September
(15 hours)
Music studies per week
(6 hours)
hours per week (minimum)
of independent study, which
may include rehearsal,
performance, or composition
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
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1. Language:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Pronunciation
2. Music Studies: Knowledge of specialist
subjects as detailed in the modules below.
3. Practical skills: Technique, logistics
and management in live music
performance and/or production of
one original musical composition.

Structure
1. History of American Music
Early American jazz
Contemporary musical theatre
Folk and American culture
Contemporary rock
2. Music Production
Sound and editing
Production and logistics
Planning and executing a live

performance
3. Music Performance:
foundations and technique
Instrumental
(Piano, Guitar, Wind, String)
Voice
4. Music composition
Original score
instrumental or musical
Songwriting
Note: Modules are ofered subject to the
particular interests and skills of enrolled
students.
Music facilities at Kings Boston
At Kings Boston, we have a full theatre
on site which has professional sound
and lighting facilities, making it the
perfect venue for recording, rehearsal
and performance.
Live performance
The course will culminate in a live
performance of original work or a
professional recording of at least one
original song.
28 lessons per week

Access to Music labs and other facilities

(see page 8)

Your certificate
English Plus Music at a special awards
ceremony, provided you have attended at
least 90% of your lessons.
Study at:
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Bournemouth London
Oxford
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Skills developed
1. Language:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Pronunciation
2. Business and fnance terminology,
report writing, presentation skills
including use of PowerPoint
3. Business case-study presentation
and report
4. Optional preparation for Cambridge
ICFE and BEC exams

Structure
8 lessons of Business and Finance topics
(6 hours)

28 lessons per week


use of coursebook

(see page 8)
Regular accompanied visits to

companies and City of London
institutions

Practical real-life
business experience
Every two weeks you will have an
accompanied visit to one of Londons
leading business and fnancial institutions.
Youll learn more about the world of
commerce and practise your language
skills in real life situations. You will attend
meetings, communicate with
professionals, carry out project research
and work on business case-studies with
fellow students.
Valuable formal qualifications
You can prepare for valuable formal
qualifcations to enhance your CV
(resum) and help develop your career.
Cambridge ICFE
The International Certifcate in Financial
English (Cambridge ICFE) is a high-level,
internationally recognised qualifcation.
It is ideal if you want to develop your career
in accountancy or fnance and gives
employers proof of your ability to work in
an international context.
Cambridge BEC
(Business English Certifcate)
The Business English Certifcates (BEC) are
internationally recognised qualifcations
that show employers your ability to use
English in the workplace. BEC is ideal if
you are preparing for a career in business.
It shows you can use English appropriately
in a business context.
For more information about
these qualifcations, visit
Your certificate
presented with your Kings Certifcate in
English Plus Business and Finance at a
special awards ceremony, provided you
have attended at least 90%
of your lessons.

ENGLISH PLUS
BUSINESS
AND FINANCE
Purpose: This course is ideal for students
who would like to improve their English
skills for use in a wide range of business
and financial contexts. It combines
General English with specialist Business
and Finance-related topics and the option
to prepare for the Cambridge ICFE and
BEC examinations.
Key information
Course length:
Minimum 2 weeks
Starts: 3 January, 6 February, 5 March,
2 April, 7 May, 4 June, 2 July, 6 August,
3 September, 1 October, 5 November,
3 December
(15 hours)
Business and Finance lessons per
week (6 hours)
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
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1. Language:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Pronunciation
2. Legal English terminology including
criminal vocabulary, types of court,
employment law, intellectual property,
company law, property law.
3. Presentation skills, formal letter writing
4. Legal Case Studies
5. Optional preparation for Cambridge
ILEC exam

Structure
8 Lessons of Law-related topics (6 hours)
work on course projects.
There is homework nearly every day,
which will be usually either a writing
exercise or vocabulary exercises.
The following subjects will be studied
within the course:
Introduction to Legal English
Company Law
Employment Law
Contracts
Intellectual Property
Property Law
Legal Practitioners
European Union Law
Debtor-Creditor Law
Competition Law
International Legal English
Certificate (Cambridge ILEC)
English is essential for anyone intent on
a career in the law as it is the common
language of the legal profession and
international afairs. The Cambridge ILEC
is a high-level language qualifcation for
lawyers which assesses English language
ability at Levels B2 and C1 of the Common
European Framework of Reference for
Languages (CEFR), see page 10. It is suitable
for law students intending to follow
courses which include a signifcant English
language content either in their own
country or abroad.
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Regular accompanied visits to law frms

and legal institutions
End of Course certifcate

Your certificate
English Plus Law at a special awards
ceremony, provided you have attended at
least 90% of your lessons.
ENGLISH
PLUS LAW
Purpose: This course is ideal for
students who would like to improve
their English skills for use in a variety
of legal contexts. It combines General
English with specialist law-related
topics and the option to prepare for
the ILEC exam.
Key information
Course length:
Minimum 2 weeks
Starts: 3 January, 6 February, 5 March,
2 April, 7 May, 4 June, 2 July, 6 August,
3 September, 1 October, 5 November,
3 December
(15 hours)
lessons of Law-related topics
(6 hours)
hours per week (minimum)
of independent work on
course projects
Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
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VACATION
COURSES
Weve been running our highly popular summer
vacation courses for over 50 years.
They are perfect for groups or individuals who
want a vacation full of learning, fun and adventure
in either the UK or USA.
Vacation Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p32
Vacation Extra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p32
Vacation Plus Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p33
Our vacation courses ofer a huge range of activities
including sports, games and parties to make sure every
day is action-packed. See over for details.
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Vacation Course Vacation Extra Vacation Plus Film
20 lessons per week of listening, speaking, comprehension
and grammar

12 or 20 English lessons per week plus 8 flm lessons
Placement test on arrival, weekly progress tests and use of coursebook

Email and internet access in College


Weekly full-day excursion
(Free in the UK, excluding admission fees. Extra cost in the USA)

Optional extensive activities programme with
2 3 inclusive activities per week

Free weekly full-day and half-day excursion
(including selected admission fees)
All-inclusive sports and activities programme. Activities Monday to Friday

and at least three evening activities per week
Lunch provided every day
School bank to keep pocket money
Weekly laundry
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Key information
Course length:
UK: 2 11 weeks
USA: 2 12 weeks
Start dates:
UK: 18, 25 June; 2, 9, 16, USA: (3 January
23, 30 July; 6, 13, 20 August 10 December)
Lessons: lessons per week (15 hours),
morning or afernoon
Minimum age: 16*
*Students can enrol as part of a group aged from 13 in
Bournemouth and aged from 14 in London.
Average age range: 14 18
Maximum class size:
UK USA
Kings Level 1 (Beginner)**
**Kings Level 2 (Elementary) at Oxford
Structure
20 lessons per week (morning or afernoon)
Optional activities programme with at least 2 3 sports

and activities ofered per week
Weekly full-day excursion. (Included in the price in the UK

and at additional cost in the USA).
Structure
20 lessons per week (morning or afernoon)
An all-inclusive sports and activities programme from Monday

to Friday with at least 3 evening activities each week, all
included in the price
One full-day and one half-day excursion per week, included in

the price.
Key information
Course length: 2 11 weeks
Start dates: 18, 25 June; 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July; 6, 13, 20 August
(course fnishes 31 August)
Lessons: lessons per week (15 hours),
morning or afernoon
Minimum age:
Boston* and London: 14
Los Angeles*: 15
Bournemouth: 14 (13 as part of a group)
Maximum class size:
UK USA
Kings Level 1 (Beginner)
*Boston and Los Angeles: Residential option only
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Purpose: This flexible, great value summer course ofers a
combination of English language lessons and a programme of
optional sports and activities, plus a weekly excursion.
Purpose: With its organised activities programme and close
supervision, this all-inclusive summer course is ideal for students
aged 14+. It includes tuition, sports, excursions and all meals.
Vacation Course Vacation Extra
Sample timetables
Vacation Course Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Morning Lessons Art Club or DVD Lessons Optional half-day
excursion
Lessons Full-day excursion Optional
excursion
Afternoon Volleyball Lessons Sports day Lessons Boat trip
Evening Social evening Evening lecture Party games Disco Karaoke
Vacation Extra Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Morning Ice skating or
crazy golf
Lessons Beach sports or
Art Club
Lessons Lessons Full-day excursion Optional
excursion
Afternoon Lessons Swimming or
football
Lessons Half-day excursion Football or
team games
Evening Social evening
and karaoke
Roller disco
or bingo
Bowling or
Laser Quest
Barbecue
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Your certificate
presented with your Certifcate, provided
you have attended at least 90% of your
lessons and activities.

Activities
Typical free sports and activities:
Volleyball, football, dance, table-tennis, crazy golf*, swimming*,
archery*, keep ft, Wii Fit, mini-cruise*, treasure hunt, cycle ride*,
forest walk, mini-Olympics, beach games, cinema*, cabaret,
quizzes, bingo, sing-along, karaoke, art club, talent show, boat trip*,
picnics, beach parties, barbecues*, sight-seeing
* Free on Vacation Extra course only

Typical extra cost activities:
Cinema, theatre, bowling, skating, half-day excursions,
Laser Quest, cultural visits, barbecues, tennis coaching,
sailing and watersports
Purpose: This exciting summer course combines English
lessons with an introduction to film production right in the
heart of Hollywood, the film making capital of the world!
Vacation Plus Film
Excursions
Typical full-day excursions
UK
London
Cambridge
Brighton
Bath
Oxford
Salisbury and Stonehenge
Windsor
USA
Disneyland
The Freedom Trail
Sea World
Cape Cod
Various LA beaches
Film Studios
6 Flags theme park

Typical half-day excursions
UK
British Museum
Camden Market
Natural History Museum
Tate Modern
Brownsea Island
Poole Harbour
Southampton

USA
Boston 'Duck' tours
Hollywood star tours
Quincy Market
Madame Tussauds
Hollywood sign
Grifth Observatory
Red Sox baseball park

Key information
Course length: 4 weeks
Start dates: 2, 30 July; 27 August
Lessons:
Compact version:
English lessons flm lessons independent
project work
Intensive version:
English lessons flm lessons independent
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Minimum age: 16
Maximum class size:
Compact version: Kings Level 5 (Intermediate)
Intensive version: Kings Level 4 (Lower intermediate)
Structure
12 or 20 lessons of English
8 lessons of flm studies, including:

Film and Hollywood History Acting
Filming Editing
Weekly feld day for on-location flming throughout

Los Angeles and production work.
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Attendance and registration
For students under 16 all daytime activities
are compulsory (unless exempted by their
parents or Group Leader in writing).
Registration is taken daily.
Free time and curfew for under 16s
Students under 16 who come as part of a
group are the responsibility of the Group
Leader when not in lessons.
Under 16s at Kings Bournemouth are
permitted to go unsupervised into the
town during their free time. At Kings
London, Boston and Los Angeles under
16s are not permitted to travel into the city
centre without supervision by a member
of staf or the Group Leader. All students
must adhere to local College rules.
Students under 16 living in homestay must
return by 22:30. Students under 16
are not given their own house key.
Supervision and safety for students aged under 16
Activities and excursions vary by location. They may be free or at
additional cost depending on course please see opposite page
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Los Angeles (Hollywood) Boston
Live like a star in one of the world's most iconic locations
Soak up the California sunshine on your favourite beach
Explore all the attractions only moments from College
Study in the education capital of the USA
Discover history and learning in a modern city setting
Watch world-class sports and entertainment
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Enjoy a great choice of watersports, nightlife and shopping
Relax on one of the very best beaches in the whole of the UK
Feel at home in this fantastic student-centred town
Be part of life in one of the worlds great capital cities
Enjoy all the local entertainment and facilities
Visit all the famous sights, but also seek out 'hidden London'
Learn where students have been learning for over 800 years
Marvel at the beauty of an ancient city with a modern outlook
Explore all the sights within easy walking distance of College
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STUDYING AT
KINGS BOSTON
Fantastic learning
facilities on campus
The Ellsworth building, location
of our main teaching facility Modern, spacious classrooms
Study on the attractive
campus of Pine Manor College
Kings Boston is located on the campus of Pine Manor College,
one of the most attractive universities in the whole of New
England. This beautiful 60-acre site is situated in Chestnut
Hill, one of Boston's most elegant and exclusive suburbs.
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Learning and sports facilities
Well-equipped, spacious classrooms
Well-stocked libraries
Soccer pitches and sofball felds
Six outdoor tennis courts
Cross-country trails (entirely on campus)
Fitness room with modern equipment
Gymnasium for indoor sports including
basketball, sofball, volleyball, tennis,
badminton, dance and soccer
Activities on campus
Lectures, movies, drama workshops,
computer and video workshops, seminars,
debates, music, concerts and plays, plus a
host of sports are all available.
Connectivity
Catering facilities
Student cafeteria on site serving a wide
selection of hot and cold food
Excellent transport links
The campus is just ffeen minutes from
downtown Boston and easily accessible by
car and public transportation.
10-minute walk to the Chestnut Hill Station
of the D branch on the Green Line of the T,
Boston's subway system.
Regular shuttle service to and from the
train station when Pine Manor classes are
in session.

Find out more
For more information:
To join our online community:
facebook.com/kingscolleges.boston
Relax in the student lounge The library is very well-stocked
Comfortable single and twin
rooms right on campus
Courses available
Intensive Course
Diploma of English
Compact Course
Cambridge FCE
TOEFL iBT Preparation Course
Test Preparation (SAT, GMAT, GRE)
English Plus Music
Vacation Course
Vacation Extra
Accommodation available
Homestay options
Homestay Half-board
Student residence
On-Campus Student Residence
For more information see pages 57
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Brookline
Golf Course
Harvard
University
Boston
University
Fenway Park
Red Sox Stadium
MIT
Airport
Downtown Boston
(15 minutes from Kings Boston)
Aquarium, Boston Public Gardens,
Boston Commons, Beacon Hill,
Copley Square, North End, Quincy Market
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LIVING IN BOSTON
A trip on the water is an
essential Boston experience
Boston is one of the great American cities, and the perfect place to be an
international student. World-renowned as one of the great capitals of learning,
Boston is home to over 50 universities and colleges. Its a city with a rich history
but also a modern, dynamic centre of entertainment, sports and fun.
The city has some great bars
and restaurants, including a
very famous one!
The imposing golden
dome of the State House
Beautiful parks and gardens
are a feature of this lovely city
Culture and entertainment
Great student city with a quarter of a
million students in Boston, including over
20,000 international students.
World-class museums, historical sites and
theatres
Fascinating Back Bay area and narrow
streets of the North End
Harvard Square and world famous
Cheers Bar
Take a trip around Boston with the Boston
Duck Tours - on both land and water!
Choose from hundreds of restaurants,
cafes and bars
Enjoy a selection of global cuisines with
something for every taste and budget
Eating and drinking
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One of the many spacious
squares in downtown Boston
Boston where the historic
and modern stand side by side
Watch the Boston Red Sox baseball team
at Fenway Park, one of the oldest and most
iconic baseball stadiums in the USA.
You can also watch professional soccer,
basketball and ice hockey in this great
sporting city.
Sports Excursions
Some of the major cultural attractions
of Boston include:
The Freedom Trail
Faneuil Hall
Quincy Market
Red Sox baseball
Celtics basketball
Museum of Fine Arts
Harvard and MIT universities

Boston is close to many other beautiful
areas of the USA.
Visit Cape Cod, Newport, Montreal,

Philadelphia and Washington DC.
New York is just 4 hours away by

train or car.
We can arrange skiing in the winter and

beach excursions in the summer.
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STUDYING AT
KINGS LOS ANGELES
Outdoor dining on the veranda
popular in the LA sunshine
Our spacious reception
area is a great place to meet
All classrooms are bright,
spacious and modern
Our College at 1555 Cassil Place.
Scan the QR code above with your
smart-phone to see our College video
Our College is located just of Sunset Boulevard in
Hollywood, the legendary heart of the movie industry.
The stylish building has been recently fully refurbished
and ofers excellent facilities for learning and a great
location for having fun in this amazing city.
1555 Cassil Place
See our website
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Learning facilities
Stylish College building
Well-equipped, spacious classrooms
Interactive whiteboards
Student common room with TV and video
Light and spacious reception area
Apple Mac flm editing suite

Leisure and entertainment
Many attractions within easy walking
distance including Walk of Fame, Wax
Museum, Guinness World of Records,
Egyptian Theater and Kodak Theater
In the vicinity of Hollywood's famous flm
studios and hundreds of companies in the
music and entertainment industries
Multiplex cinema within walking distance
Great shopping within walking distance or
easy bus ride
30 minutes by bus to some of the best
beaches in Los Angeles

Catering facilities
Snack bar and cofee shop (planned 2012)
Kitchen and outdoor dining
Huge variety of local cafes and food
outlets in the area

Connectivity

Find out more
For the blog, videos, photos, staf and
student profles, interactive plans and
more: www.kingscolleges.com
facebook.com/kingscolleges.losangeles
Our Apple Mac computer
suite has professional kit for
movie editing
The spacious student lounge
is perfect for private study time
and the inside/outside space is
ideal for the Californian climate!
Familiar faces
Courses available
Intensive Course
Diploma of English
Compact Course
Cambridge FCE
TOEFL iBT Preparation
Test Preparation (SAT, GMAT, GRE)
English Plus Film Studies

and Filmmaking
Vacation Course / Vacation Extra
Vacation Plus Film

Homestay options
Homestay Half-board
Student residences
Student Residence
Summer Residence
Student Houses
For more information see pages 57 and 60
Clockwise, from top lef: Adam Marvel, Director
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Studies; Holly McKee-Clark, Housing Ofcer;
Kyle Wegner, Teacher.
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Arclight
Movie
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Amoeba
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Fitness
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Hollywood
Wax Museum
Walk of Fame
Hollywood/Vine
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LIVING IN LOS ANGELES
Take a trip up to Grifth Park
the views of the city and the
Hollywood Hills are spectacular
Los Angeles is an endless source of fun and adventure for international students.
And of course Hollywood is the most famous and iconic location in the whole of
this great city. There is so much to see and do just moments from College and
across the whole of this vast, amazing city.
There are so many great
beaches which one will
become your favourite?
Hollywood Boulevard, 3 minutes
walk from College, is a vibrant
location day and night
Hollywood Walk of Fame: 3 minutes walk
from College. Find your favourite star
Graumans Chinese Theater: Experience
cinema as it was meant to be shown
Wax Museum, Ripleys Believe it or Not
and Guinness World of Records: All on
Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood Bowl: Check out your favourite
band just up the road from College
Eating and drinking Sports Entertainment
cafes and bars in the local area
LA is famous for its cosmopolitan cuisine
you'll be able to try food from all over
the world
LA is the basketball capital of the world.
You can watch the LA Lakers at the Staples
Center most weeks.
There are lots of opportunities to join in a
huge number of sports including kayaking,
beach volleyball, golf, soccer and hiking or
cycling around Grifth Park.
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Venice beach is where
the cool people hang
out every weekend
Palm Trees in Beverley Hills
an iconic symbol of Los Angeles
Beach life: Explore LAs many beaches
including Venice Beach, Laguna Beach,
Malibu and many more
Theme Parks: Including Six Flags
Grifth Park Observatory: Wonderful
space museum and amazing city views
Hollywood Sign: Hike right up to the sign
Kodak Theater: Home of the annual Oscars
Excursions
There are thousands of places to visit
during your time in LA. The following
might be some on your list:
Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
Universal Studios / Warner Bros Studios
Madame Tussauds, Hollywood
Movie Stars Home Tours
Beverley Hills
There is also much to visit in the wider
California area and beyond. Some of the
hundreds of destinations include:
Joshua Tree National Park
Lake Tahoe
Big Bear Lake
Yosemite National Park
San Francisco
Napa Valley vineyards
Las Vegas
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STUDYING AT
KINGS BOURNEMOUTH
The extensive Computer
Learning Centre
Our College building
at 51 Braidley Road
Spacious, well-
equipped classrooms
Our College at 58 Braidley Road.
Our Bournemouth College is only 5 10 minutes walk from
the town centre and beach. Our two impressive buildings are
located in an elegant residential area and are surrounded by
gardens, with lawns and patios for relaxing outside.
58 Braidley Road
51 Braidley Road
See our website
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Learning facilities
28 spacious, well-equipped classrooms
Interactive whiteboards
2 Computer Learning Centres
Lecture/activity hall
Library
Sports and leisure facilities
The only College in central Bournemouth
with an on-site sports court
Facilities for basketball, badminton,
table-tennis, indoor games and more
Free ftness and aerobics classes with
qualifed instructor
Activity hall with mini-cinema available
for games, parties, videos, art and drama
Organised visits and excursions to central
London and other famous UK destinations
Catering facilities
Restaurant and caf on site
A wide choice of hot lunches available
every day (including Halal options) plus a
variety of snacks and drinks. Outside
dining on two sunny patios

Connectivity

Find out more
facebook.com/kingscolleges.bournemouth
Our outdoor sports court
is popular all year round
The vibrant restaurant serves
hot and cold food every day
There's always something going
on in The Hall, our fexible space
for activities and lectures
Familiar faces
Kings
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Summer Residence
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Kings Beach
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Kings Charminster
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Bournemouth Square
shops, banks, bars,
restaurants, etc.
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Intensive Course
Diploma of English
Compact Course
Cambridge FCE and CAE
IELTS Preparation
English Plus Tourism and Hospitality
Pre-Masters
Vacation Course /Vacation Extra

Homestay options
Homestay Half-board
Homestay Extra
Student residences
Premium Student Residence
Student Apartments
Summer Residence
For more information see pages 58 59
Clockwise, from top lef: Dermot Tobin,
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Lee-anne Verity, Academic Assistant;
Danielle Watts, Development Manager.
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LIVING IN BOURNEMOUTH
Walk through the beautiful Central
Gardens all the way to the sea
Bournemouth is one of the UKs most popular seaside towns, with perhaps the
best beach in the whole of the country. As a university town, there is a great
student atmosphere with plenty to keep you entertained all year long. If you want
to enjoy a great outdoor lifestyle after lessons, Bournemouth is a fantastic choice.
Theres so much to do in Bournemouth
Laser Quest is always popular
If you want fun afer lessons
youre in the right town!
Eating and drinking Sports
cafes, bars and pubs
Try food from Asia, China, India, Italy,
France, England and many more countries
Restaurants for every taste and budget
Learn to sail, windsurf, surf or kite-surf!
Play beach volleyball or soccer
Play golf or tennis at a local club within
walking distance of College
Go mountain biking in the New Forest
Join one of the four local gyms within
walking distance of College
Go swimming at a local pool or in the sea!
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The Bournemouth Balloon
provides amazing views over
the town and coastline
The beach is where the action is
join in with our weekly volleyball games
Bournemouth Balloon: a giant helium
balloon in the Central Gardens with
fantastic views you can see for miles!
Tower Park: a 10-screen cinema; bowling;
restaurants and Splashdown Water Park
lots of water slides and great fun!
Cinemas: See the latest blockbuster at one
of Bournemouths many cinemas
Oceanarium: View sea-life from around
the world, including a walk-through
shark tunnel
Bournemouth International Centre:
Check out a band or a show at the
BIC Bournemouths main live
entertainment venue
Nightclubs: Dance the night away at one
of Bournemouths great clubs
Entertainment Excursions
Poole harbour
Brownsea Island
Portsmouth
The New Forest
London
Cambridge
Brighton
Bath
Oxford
Salisbury and
Stonehenge
Windsor
Winchester
Weymouth
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KINGS LONDON
Classrooms are
spacious and bright
Our large garden is the perfect
place to meet friends afer lessons
We have a Computer Learning
Centre and a Computer Lab
Our main College buildings on Beckenham Road.
Kings London is located in Beckenham, a safe and prosperous
London suburb only 20 minutes from the City Centre. Our two
College buildings have attractive gardens and patio areas.
There are excellent local sports, shopping and leisure facilities
nearby. Over 90% of host families are within walking distance.
25 Beckenham Road
27 Beckenham Road
See our website
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Learning facilities
Spacious, airy classrooms
Interactive whiteboards in some classrooms
Library resources
Sports and leisure facilities
Large garden with outdoor seating areas
and games
Free public library and sports/leisure
centre with reduced prices for students,
both opposite the College
Organised visits and excursions to central
London and other famous UK destinations
Lively programme of lectures and
social evenings
Several major shopping centres are just a
short bus-ride away from the College

Catering facilities
Cafeteria serving a selection of hot and
cold food (including catering for Halal
requirements) plus snacks and drinks
Outside eating area on the patio and
in the large, sunny garden

Connectivity

Find out more
facebook.com/kingscolleges.london
Plenty of space for eating,
drinking and socialising outside
Invite your friends to a game
of table tennis in the garden
Our cafeteria serves a
selection of hot and cold food
Familiar faces
Courses available
Intensive Course
Diploma of English
Compact Course
Cambridge FCE and CAE
IELTS Preparation
Pre-Masters
English Plus Business and Finance
English Plus Law
Vacation Course* / Vacation Extra*

Homestay options
Homestay Half-board
Homestay Extra
Student Residence
Student Houses
For more information see page 60
Clockwise: Vincent Iannucci, Principal;
Tim Fernandes-Bonnar, Director of Studies;
Laura Hodgson, Accommodation and Welfare
Ofcer; Gaston Zapata, Travel Manager.
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The fantastic Spa sports
centre is right opposite College
He who is tired of London is tired of life said Samuel Johnson, a famous English
writer, over two hundred years ago. Today, this is as true as ever. London is a
fantastic place in which to be an international student. And in 2012, the world
comes to London for the Olympic Games!
Make sure you see all the sights
including world famous Big Ben
Beckenham High Street has all you need
and is only two minutes walk from College
Eating and drinking Sports
There are lots of restaurants, bars and
cafes just a short walk from College
Take a 17 minute train ride into Central
London for the choice of thousands of
places to eat, drink and share good times
Close to College are lots of supermarkets
selling food from all over the world
Sport and Leisure Centre: Regarded as one
of the best public leisure centres in the UK,
the Beckenham Spa is opposite our
College. Swimming, gym and sports courts
are available
Premier League football: Experience the
unique atmosphere at Chelsea, Arsenal,
Spurs or Fulham
Tennis: Available at local parks.
Free with advance booking
Tenpin Bowling: 30 minutes from College
Golf: there are three courses near College
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We have weekly excursions to all
the main attractions of this great city
A trip on the London Eye is
a must the views are amazing!
Cinema: 3 minutes' walk from College
Chinatown
Piccadilly Circus
Royal parks and gardens
Theatre at the West End
Shopping at Camden Market
and Portabello Road
Entertainment Excursions
National Portrait Gallery
The British Museum
The Science Museum
The Natural History Museum
Big Ben
Westminster Abbey
The Houses of Parliament
The London Eye
River boat cruises
Shakespeares Globe Theatre
Tate Britain and Tate Modern
St. Paul's Cathedral
The V&A Museum

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Our main English language college is right in the
heart of the city. It has been fitted out to provide one
of the best study environments in the whole of Oxford.
Our second campus, St Josephs, is located in a quiet
residential area 20 minutes from the city centre.
STUDYING AT
KINGS OXFORD
The student lounge area is
the perfect place to catch up
on your emails afer lessons
There is always someone
to ofer help and advice
All classrooms at St. Michaels
have interactive whiteboards
Our College at St. Michaels Street.
smart-phone to see our Campus video.
St. Josephs Campus
St. Michaels Campus
See our website
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City centre building over 5 storeys
Light and spacious classrooms with
interactive white boards
Stylish student lounge area with
hot spot computer access
New additional central Oxford facility
with classrooms plus area for relaxing
5 minutes from St Michaels Campus
St. Josephs Campus
21 large, well-equipped classrooms,
many with interactive whiteboards
2 Computer Learning Centres
Self-access Study Centre
Library
Fully equipped art studio
Catering facilities
St. Michaels Campus: Huge variety of cafes
and restaurants within easy walk
St. Josephs Campus: Large, popular
cafeteria serving hot lunches every day
(including Halal options) plus a variety of
snacks and drinks. Outside dining on the
sunny patio

Connectivity

Find out more
more: kingscolleges.com
facebook.com/kingscolleges.oxford
St. Josephs Campus: scan the QR
code to watch the Campus video
The fully-equipped Art Studio
is a great space for creativity
Our spacious cafeteria
and student lounge
Familiar faces
Courses available
Intensive Course SM
Diploma of English SM
Compact Course SM
Cambridge FCE and CAE SM
IELTS Preparation SM
Super Intensive IELTS SM
Pre-Masters SJ
English Plus Art and Design SM/SJ
Vacation Course SJ
SM St. Michaels Campus SJ St. Josephs Campus
Homestay options
Homestay Half-board
Student residences
Crescent Hall Summer Residence
Student Houses
For more information see page 60
Clockwise, from top lef: Simon Fenn, Principal;
Jeanette Lindsey-Clark, Director of Studies;
Hannah Lenik, Reception Manager; Ruth Gill,
Information Ofcer.
Train Station
Coach Station
Crescent Hall
Residence
Magdalen Bridge
Radclife Camera
Swimming
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Cinema
Library
Supermarket
Medical
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Kings Oxford
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LIVING IN OXFORD
Oxfords unique architecture is
famous throughout the world
This world-class centre of learning forms the perfect backdrop to your studies.
The sense of history is all around you in the beautiful, ancient university
buildings. Yet Oxford is also a very modern city with a thriving live music scene,
great shopping and unique cafes, bars and restaurants.
The city is also at the cutting edge
as the interior of the newly renovated
Ashmolean Museum shows
Youll notice that everyone
gets around the city by bicycle
there are thousands!
Eating and drinking Culture
There are hundreds of great restaurants,
cafes, bars and pubs in Oxford
There are also lots of supermarkets which
specialise in food from all over the world
The world-class Ashmolean Museum,
Museum of Natural History and the Pitt
Rivers Museum all have free entry and are
an easy walk from our St. Michaels Campus
Oxford University's world famous colleges
Bodleian library
Botanic gardens
Museum of Modern Art
Sheldonian Theatre
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Make sure you take a punt on
the river youll get hang of it!
There are wonderful views of this
special city from the Carfax Tower
Football at Oxford United stadium
Swimming and tennis within walking
distance of St. Josephs Campus
Go-Karting
Greyhound racing
Cinemas
Tenpin bowling close to St. Josephs
Ice-skating
Punting on the river
Famous English pubs
Live music from classical to rock
Lots of student-friendly nightclubs
Sports and Leisure Excursions
Bicester village
designer
shopping outlet
London
Bath
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Warwick
Stonehenge
Salisbury
Winchester
Cheltenham
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ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
* Walk to Class Guarantee not available at Kings Oxford, St. Michaels Campus.
Applies at all other colleges for accommodation booked for a minimum of 24 weeks, between September and June.
** Stay Connected Guarantee subject to our fair usage policy (web surfng and email only). See www.kingscolleges.com for full details
Internet access is not guaranteed during summer high season (17 June 12 August).
At Kings we ofer a wide range of accommodation options across all
our locations. We ensure all accommodation is carefully selected and
designed to perfectly suit the needs of international students.
Accommodation factsheets
For more information about every
residence download our factsheets from
Boston Los Angeles Bournemouth London Oxford
Student residences
Year-round
Single
Twin
Summer only
Single
Homestay
Half-board
Single
Twin
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Extra
Single
Student houses/apartments
Single
Twin
Kings Accommodation Guarantee
1. Walk to Class Guarantee:
Book an Intensive Course of 24 weeks or more and we guarantee
youll be ofered accommodation within reasonable walking
distance of College for the whole of your course*.
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2. Stay Connected Guarantee:
We guarantee your accommodation will include internet
access as part of the price**.
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Student residences
Hollywood Student Residence
(Year-round)
Our student residence in Hollywood
ofers good quality accommodation
and is located just 6 blocks from College
(approximately 15 minutes walk) near to
all the attractions of Hollywood.
The residence ofers single and twin
rooms arranged in apartments.
All rooms are en suite.

Choice of single and twin en suite rooms
Bedding and towels provided
Students clean own rooms
One large laundry room with 20

washers and dryers
Internet access included
All rooms fully air conditioned, cofee

machine in each room
Communal living area with dining table

and chairs
Modern kitchens with refrigerator and

full cooking facilities
Located in an area full of restaurants,

supermarkets, a major movie theatre
plus lots of other entertainment within
walking distance
Minimum age: 18
Meal options:
Self-catering
Summer Student Residence
(Available July to August)
Located 15 minutes' walk from College, our
summer residences provide comfortable
accommodation in the heart of Hollywood.
They consist of bungalows around a
landscaped courtyard (females only) and
spacious apartments (male and female)
with a courtyard patio and student activity
room. All rooms are fully furnished,
well-maintained and very comfortable.

Bungalows: 2 twin rooms, separate

dining area, kitchen and bathroom
Apartments: One twin room, kitchen

and bathroom.
All rooms air-conditioned
Kitchen area with stove, microwave

and oven provided
Alarm system
Bedding and towels provided
Cleaning included
Wireless internet access
15 minutes walk from College

Minimum age: 15
Meal options:
Half board (breakfast and dinner)

On-campus Student Residence
Our Boston student residence is situated
on the same beautiful 50-acre site as Kings
Boston on the campus of Pine Manor
College. The residence ofers good quality
single and twin rooms with 6 students
sharing a central bathroom area.
There is also a communal common
room on each foor. The nearest train
station is a 10 minute walk (or free shuttle
bus) from where it is a 15 minute journey
to the city centre.

Single and twin rooms
Shared bathroom area with one shower,

2 sinks and 1 toilet for every 6 students
24-hour security staf
Bedding and towels provided weekly
Excellent cafeteria on site with choice

of hot and cold food
Communal areas cleaned once a week,

students clean their own rooms
Free internet access
Student lounge with TV
Full self-service laundry facilities on site

Minimum age: 16 (14 in summer for groups)
Meal options:
Full board (19 meals per week)

Typical single study bedroom
in the Boston residence
Comfortable living at our
Hollywood Student Residence
Our summer residence is located
just 15 minutes from College
The Boston cafeteria serves
19 excellent meals per week
The Hollywood Residence
is a secure, safe environment Great kitchen facilities
Boston Los Angeles
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Premium Class
Kings Charminster Residence
(Year-round) Available from summer 2012
The Kings Charminster Student Residence is a brand new
purpose-built premium residence used exclusively by Kings.
The residence is situated just 5 minutes walk from Charminster
(the vibrant and cool heart of student life in Bournemouth) and
just a 15-minute walk from College.

Brand new residence opening in June 2012
Walking distance to Charminster (main student area),

College and town centre
45 beds in single and twin en suite shower rooms

(available year-round)
Bed linen is provided and changed on a weekly basis

(towels not provided)
Communal areas are cleaned daily, bedrooms and

bathrooms are cleaned weekly
24-hour security / on-site residential warden
All meals are freshly prepared by the Kings Chef
Free wireless internet throughout
Communal student dining room / lounge with DVD

and games console
On-site self-service laundry and secure bike storage

Minimum age: 16
Meal plan:

Premium Class
Kings Town Centre Residence
(Year-round) Available from summer 2012
A brand new residence in the town centre, 10-minutes walk from
college and the beach. The residence has been converted from a
lovely historic building and ofers light, spacious accommodation,
furnished to a high standard.

Single and twin en suite bedrooms (en suite shower room)
Brand new residence in a historic building in Bournemouth

town centre
Town centre location 10 minutes walk to college and the beach
Bed linen is provided and changed on a weekly basis (towels

not provided)
Communal areas, bedrooms and bathrooms cleaned weekly
Free internet in all bedrooms
Communal fully-equipped kitchen / dining / lounge area
On site self-service laundry and secure bike storage

Minimum age: 18
Meal plan:
Self-catering
Student residences
Artists impression of our brand
new Kings Charminster Residence
Our Kings Town Centre
Residence is superbly located
The lounge at the Kings Beach Residence
has TV, DVD and a games console
Bournemouth
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Premium Class
Kings Beach Residence (Year-round)
The residence ofers high quality, recently
refurbished single and twin en suite
accommodation. The superb location is
only 3 minutes from the beach and 15
minutes' walk from College.

Newly refurbished en suite rooms

with TV in each room
Single and twin rooms available

year-round (twin rooms subject to
availability in low season)
Residential staf on site
Free wireless internet throughout
Communal student lounge with fat

screen TV, DVDs and games console
Self-service hot drinks and snacks
Bed linen and towels are provided and

changed on a weekly basis
Communal areas cleaned daily;

bedrooms / bathrooms cleaned weekly
Use of the nearby swimming pool on

request (supplement applies)
On site self-service laundry
15 minutes walk from Kings

Minimum age: 18 (13 for summer groups)
Meal plan:

Sandringham Student Apartments
(Year-round)
Sandringham Student Apartments ofers
self-catering accommodation just 5
minutes walk from the town centre and
beach, and 15 minutes walk from College.
Occupying a 70s style 3-storey apartment
block, it is fully furnished and equipped.

Excellent town centre location
7 student apartments with 6 single

bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in
each apartment
Towels and bed linen are provided on

arrival (2 sets of each per student)
Students are responsible for their own

laundry and cleaning
Free wireless internet
Apartments fully equipped with new

sofas, curtains, beds and kitchen
equipment
Communal lounge and kitchen in

each apartment
Minimum age: 18
Meal plan:
Self-catering
(Lyme Regis House, available July 8
to August 25)
Lyme Regis House is a modern, high-
quality residence for English and
international students. It is only 15 minutes
walk to College, town centre and beach.
There are 5 single ensuite bedrooms per
apartment, each of which has a well-
equipped kitchen with lounge/dining area.

Modern, purpose-built residence
Walking distance of the beach, train /

coach station, town centre and College
Single en suite bedrooms with shower
Self-contained apartments each with

5 ensuite bedrooms
Communal fully-equipped kitchen /

dining / lounge area
Bed linen is provided and changed once

a week (towels are not provided)
Bedrooms cleaned once a week
24-hour security / on-site warden
Common room with pool table and TVs
Free wireless internet in all apartments
Self-service laundry and bike racks

Minimum age: 16 (13 for groups)
Meal plan:
Self-catering or half board

(Meals served at carefully selected
restaurants within walking distance)
The Kings Beach Residence is just
three minutes walk from the sea
Our Sandringham Student Apartments
are perfect for independent living Lyme Regis House
Typical en suite bedroom
at Kings Beach Residence
Modern residential facilities
at Lyme Regis House
Typical bedroom
at Lyme Regis House
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Crystal Palace Residence
(available year-round from
September to June)
A purpose-built residence located just a
15-minute bus-ride from the college.
The Crystal Palace Residence has a
parkland setting inside Crystal Palace Park,
overlooking the National Sports Centre yet
only 20 minutes from Central London.

Fully furnished single and twin rooms
1 shower room shared between 2

bedrooms (maximum 3 students per
shower room)
Student common room, CCTV and

24-hour reception staf
Bedding and towels supplied and

changed weekly, daily room cleaning
Internet access
Superb on-site sports facilities including

swimming pools, gyms, squash courts
and climbing wall (at additional cost)
Weekly service wash available at 10

per week (per load of clothes)
10 minutes from shops / leisure facilities
15 minutes' bus-ride to College
20 minutes' train-ride to Central London

Minimum age: 16
Meal plan:
Bed and breakfast or half-board

(Crescent Hall, available 17 June
to 18 August)

Our summer residence is part of Oxford
Brookes University. It ofers bright modern
accommodation with excellent facilities.
The residence is situated less than two
minutes walk from our St Josephs Campus
and 20 25 minutes by bus from our
St Michaels Campus.

Single rooms grouped in self-contained

apartments of 6 study bedrooms
Six students share two toilets, two

bathrooms
Telephone in each apartment
CCTV and 24-hour security staf and

resident warden
Bedding provided and changed

once a week (students should bring
own towels)
Internet available in College
Full self-service laundry facilities on site

Minimum age: 16
Meal plan:
Half-board. Meals provided at Kings

(St. Josephs campus) cafeteria
Year-round
Our student houses or apartments provide
all the comforts of a traditional home plus
the excitement of independent living.
Details of typical student houses/
apartments:
Spacious student bedrooms

(single or twin)
Large living room and separate kitchen
Fully-equipped, shared bathrooms
Bedding provided on arrival

(please bring towels)
Students responsible for own cleaning
Close to College in good, safe

neighbourhoods
Close to shops and transport links
15 20 minutes walk to College in

London. 20 minutes by bus/metro
to College in Los Angeles and Oxford
Minimum booking 12 weeks

Minimum age: 18
Meal plan:
Self-catering
Student residences
Student houses
and apartments
Typical study bedroom
Typical study bedroom
in Crescent Hall
Our London residence is
situated in Crystal Palace Park
Crescent Hall Student
Residence in Oxford
Typical student house
Communal area
in a student house
London Oxford
London, Oxford, Los Angeles
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Homestay accommodation
A place to relax
and chat in English
Typical Homestay Extra
en suite bedroom
Sharing life with
your host family
All locations
Our homestays are all very carefully
selected and regularly inspected by our
experienced Accommodation Ofcers.

We have developed strong, long-term
relationships with many local hosts
including working families, couples, single
people and retired people.
Homestay Guarantees
Our homestay accommodation now
ofers even more than ever.
Walk to Class Guarantee
Stay Connected Guarantee

See page 56 for details.
Homestay Half-board
Comfortable, welcoming
accommodation
Single rooms year-round. Single or twin

between 17 June and 12 August
Fully furnished room
Internet access (See p56 for conditions)
Bed linen provided
Weekly clothes wash included
Breakfast and dinner every day
Average distance from College:

10 30 minutes walk or short bus-ride

Homestay Extra
(Bournemouth and London)
As Homestay Half-board, but with these
additional benefts:
Large, single, well-furnished bedroom
Double bed
Television
Private bathroom or shower room

Security, support and cultural integration
Homestay is ideal for students who want
the support and comfort which being a
member of the family brings. There are
huge cultural benefts for both host
families and students alike, and strong
personal bonds are ofen created which
last well beyond the hosting period.
Students can practise their English every
day and feel part of UK family life.
We take the selection and monitoring
of our host families very seriously.
The Accommodation Ofcer at each
College has carefully vetted every
host family.
We also publish a comprehensive Handbook
for all our host families so that they know
exactly what is expected of them.
A copy can be downloaded
from our website:
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Weve developed an excellent value insurance
policy specially designed for international students,
in conjunction with Sirius International Insurance
Corporation in the USA and Endsleigh Insurance
in the UK.
The insurance policy gives a very high level of
cover and will protect you in the case of an accident
or emergency, as well as the need for urgent travel
home. Your personal possessions are also covered.
To be fully protected, simply complete the
insurance section on the enrolment form.
For full details about levels of cover and costs,
see the Information and Support section of our
website: www.kingscolleges.com
Well before you leave home we will provide you
with all the information you need to ensure your
new learning journey is a happy and successful one.
You will have all the details about how to fnd the
person who will meet you at the airport, and about
your host family or residential accommodation.
Well also send you information about what to do on
your frst day at your new College.
Our comprehensive Get Set guides give you all
the information you need about living and learning
in the UK or USA.
You can download them from the Information
and Support section of our website:
Booking your course is
straightforward. You can
choose from three ways
to book.
Via your local agent By completing the enrolment
form and sending it to Kings
Colleges (see back cover for
address details)
By completing our
online Booking Form at:
BOOK TODAY
Before you
leave home
Kings student
insurance
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
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UK:
University
preparation courses
A-level
GCSE
University Foundation
Introductory Level Foundation
Advanced Level Foundation
Foundation in Tourism and
Hospitality Management
Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality
Management

Art Foundation
Pre-Masters
Pre-sessional Academic English

USA:
University pathway
programmes
Second Year University Pathway
First Year University Pathway
Direct University Placement
Premium Direct University Placement
Test Preparation: SAT, GMAT, GRE

and TOEFL iBT
Conditional Letters of Acceptance
University and College counselling

UK/USA:
Summer camps
and vacation courses
Residential Summer Camps:
Orlando Summer Camp

( Florida, USA)
Sherborne Summer Camp

(Dorset, UK)
Pangbourne Summer Camp

(Reading, UK)
Farringtons Summer Camp

(London, UK)
Moreton Hall Summer Camp

(Wales, UK)
Summer vacation courses for adults and
teenagers, individuals and groups:
Boston
Los Angeles
Bournemouth
London
Oxford
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Kings Boston
Pine Manor College
Campus
400 Heath Street
Chestnut Hill
MA 02467
USA
T +1 323 963 5311
F +1 323 963 5288
Kings Los Angeles
1555 Cassil Place
Hollywood
Los Angeles
California 90028
USA
T +1 323 963 5311
F +1 323 963 5288
Kings Bournemouth
58 Braidley Road
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH2 6LD
England
T +44 (0) 1202 293535
F +44 (0) 1202 293922
Kings London
25 Beckenham Road
Beckenham
BR3 4PR
England
T +44 (0) 20 8650 5891
F +44 (0) 20 8663 3224
Kings Oxford
St. Michaels Campus
21 St. Michaels Street
Oxford
OX1 2EB
England
T +44 (0) 1865 711829
F +44 (0) 1865 747791
Kings Colleges is a Registered Trademark
To contact us online:
www.kingscolleges.com/enquiries
Kings Boston our latest college
in the USA
Our new College is based on the campus of
Pine Manor College in one of Bostons most
exclusive locations. There are excellent
facilities for learning and leisure.
New courses
English Plus Music (Kings Boston)
English Plus Law (Kings London)
Test Preparation: SAT, GMAT, GRE

(Kings Los Angeles and Kings Boston)
New student residences
We are opening brand-new student
residences in Bournemouth. Together,
the Kings Beach Residence, Kings Town
Centre Residence and Kings Charminster
Residence ofer the best residential choice
in Bournemouth.
We also have a new summer residence in
Los Angeles, 15 minutes' walk from College.
New accommodation guarantee
From 2012, All Kings residential and
homestay accommodation includes
guaranteed free internet usage.
ClassMate extended
From 2012, ClassMate, our online
supplementary learning system,
will be available at Kings Boston and
Kings Los Angeles.
New long-term benefts
Book an Intensive Course for 24 weeks
or more and receive lots of great benefts
including a free Kings ISIC card for 40,000+
benefts and discounts worldwide.
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Students from 89 countries studied with us last year

The top 10 nationalities make up only 65% of our students

The remaining 35% are from 79 diferent countries

Interactive whiteboards in class

Computer Learning Centre

Video and audio resources

Free wireless internet in College

Free university placement service if

Presentations and seminar

Debates and special

Placement test on arrival

Progress test every week

Close teacher interaction at all times

Talk to your friends and host family

Improve vocabulary, idioms, or pronunciation

Ideal before exams, job interviews or university interviews

Available year-round in the USA and between September

If youre studying an Intensive

Our unique supplementary online learning system

Lessons from Elementary to Advanced

Dynamic multimedia learning content

Cambridge, TOEFL and IELTS exam practice

Access from before you arrive until three months

Youll have at least two teachers during

We guarantee all your teachers will have a

Personal meeting with your

Study Action Plan for your

Produced specially for Kings in association with STA

Savings on fights, ferries, accommodation, entertainment,

Comes complete with 10/US$10 credit

Feel part of College

Online access to your

Cinema or theatre evenings

Quizzes, bingo and

'Open mic' nights

Sports (e.g. football, table

Ten pin bowling

Rollerblading on the beach

Wii Just Dance

Typically, students progress up one Kings level every 6 10 weeks

20 lessons per week of General English

8 lessons per week in Special Interest

6 guided independent study sessions

28 lessons per week

Welcome Information Pack

Placement test on arrival, weekly

Kings Study File, teaching materials

Use of Computer Learning Centre

Access to ClassMate online learning

Wireless internet in College

Optional weekly lecture programme

Two free social activities per week

End of Course Certifcate

Using role-play to communicate

Taking part in drama activities

Sounds, stress, rhythm and intonation

Sound units (phonemes)

Using primary and secondary stress

Understanding sentence rhythm

Developing your creative expression

Practical project work

Drawing and painting techniques

Using diferent media and materials