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THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE
Bristol
Bristol to London
160km
2h 10m
1h 40m
2h 40m
250 Student Numbers 2016
An average of 165 students
200
from 25 different countries
150
100
50
Student Nationalities 2016
0
Percentages fluctuate according to season
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Italy
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Au
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Ja
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Switzerland
Student Ages 2016 Turkey
18-20
Average age: 23
(Minimum age 16
Thailand
Spain
Japan
16-17
Netherlands
21-25
31+ Taiwan Latin America
26-30 Other
South Korea
Middle East
BRISTOL
• With a population of 442,500, it is the second
largest city in the south after London
• A lively university city with more than
50,000 students
• Bristol International Airport has flights to
117 cities in 35 countries 2017
• 2017 Best UK City To Live In (Sunday Times)
• Bristol was the European Green Capital for 2015
(the first British city to win this award)
• Highest employment rate amongst UK’s
Core Cities
• Home of Banksy and the world famous
Balloon Fiesta
• A port city with lots of restaurants and nightlife
on the harbour side and numerous music,
art and food festivals
THE SCHOOL
• A family-run school established in 1969
• The #1 ranked school in the UK based
upon British Council Inspectors’
publishable statements
• Located in two fine old buildings close to
the university in Clifton, one of Bristol’s
most attractive areas.
• Accredited by the British Council and
inspected by the Independent Schools
Inspectorate (ISI)
• A member of TEN, a group of 10
independent schools with a reputation for
quality and personal service.
COURSES
• 21 full hours of classroom time per week plus daily
homework
• 4 hours per week optional supervised self-study
• Average class size: 10 (maximum 14)
• General English has 6 levels from A2
(Elementary) to C2 (Advanced), with more than
one class at most levels
• As part of your course, depending on your level,
you can prepare for the Cambridge English First,
Advanced and Proficiency exams,
IELTS or BULATS
• Minimum Level: A2 (Elementary) for General
English, B1 (Intermediate) for exam preparation
• Optional free language activities including
Conversation Club, Job Club, Friday Film Club
and guest speakers
• Free e-learning from the time of registration up to
12 weeks after the end of the course
SUMMER COURSES
• The summer courses run from June to
September.
• During July and August we open an additional
study centre in Clifton College, just 2 minutes’
walk from Pembroke House
• The summer centre has spacious classrooms,
a beautiful garden and wonderful facilities.
• The courses include 21 full teaching hours
per week
• They are run in the same way as our courses
throughout the year with intensive General
English and examination preparation
• The summer courses are suitable for motivated
students aged 16+
• During July and August, lunch is an option in
the college for all our students
ACCOMMODATION
ELC Student Residences
Residence No. En-suite Walking Distance Photos
Stud
St. John's House 28 No 3 - 7 minutes Photos
Granby Hill 9 Yes 15 - 20 minutes Photos
Showers and basin,
Wellington Park 7 5 - 10 minutes Photos
2 shared toilets
St. Paul's Road 7 Yes 10 - 15 minutes Photos
Showers and basin,
Mortimer Road 4/5 10 - 15 minutes Photos
2 shared toilets
Clyde Cottage 3 No 10 - 15 minutes Photos
3 options, one price
• Homestay families (all year)
• Student residencies (all year)
• Goldney Hall (summer only)
Accommodation Page on website
SOCIAL PROGRAMME • Led by the teachers • At least two activities during the week • A full day excursion every Saturday • Football match against the teachers on Thursday Examples of activities: International Food Party, pub tour, music at the Old Duke, theatre, pub quiz, visit to BBC studios, Laser Fusion, pool, Salsa Night, Banksy Tour (Graffiti), Bristol Beer Factory Tour, Friday Lunch Club, Afternoon Tea at Browns, school parties, Bowling, ELC’s Got Talent, etc. Examples of Excursions: Cambridge, London, Oxford, Bath, Glastonbury, Harry Potter Studios, Cardiff, Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Gower Peninsula, Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon. Website link to Summer Social Programme
STUDENT’S UNION – BRISTOL UNIVERSITY ELC students are able to join Bristol University clubs run by the student union. The perfect way to make English friends. Popular clubs and societies Badminton, Ballroom Dancing, Basketball, Capoeira, Choir, Climbing, Cycling, Film, Fine Arts, Football, Futsal, Hip Hop/ Street Dance, Hockey, Hot Air Ballooning, Kick Boxing, Kite surfing, Law, Marketing, Meditation, Muay Thai, Music, Philosophy, Photography, Public Speaking, Running, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Trampoline, Volleyball, Wine Circle, Yoga. "A great way to make English friends!"
OTHER INFORMATION AND USEFUL LINKS ELC Brochure Dates and Fees Online test Online enrolment form ELC Bristol #1 School in the UK Facebook Page Instagram More information about Bristol University Clubs & Societies ELC Bristol Marketing Manager: Neil Mullens neil.mullens@elcbristol.co.uk
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