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UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK
JUNIOR PROGRAMME
GUIDE 2021
UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK 26TH JUNE TO 1ST AUGUST 2021
Ensuite residential rooms AGE: 11-17 YEARS
GROUPS ONLY
UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK
Learn English this summer with ATC in Limerick city and explore the
culture and heritage of Ireland’s south west. Students enjoy the
best of both worlds as they experience life in the city alongside the
picturesque countryside as they visit charming towns and villages
DATES CAMPUS OPERATES: STANDARD PROGRAMME INCLUDES:
26th June to 1st August • Full board accommodation in single ensuite rooms
2021 • 15 hours of English language tuition per week
• Use of textbooks and ATC journal with graded
AGE PROFILE: certificate and end of course report– 18 hours certified
Groups only per week
• ATC Online Platform throughout stay and for 12 weeks
AGE: 11 – 17 Years
after departure
• ATC On Campus Projects—Vlogging, Photography &
MINIMUM COURSE DURATION: Gamezone — including organised sports and evening
2 weeks activities
• 1 full-day excursion(s) over 2 weeks including entrance
ADDRESS: fee and transport
ATC Language Schools, • 2 night stay in Dublin area (12 nights Limerick & 2
University of Limerick, Dublin) with full board, standard accommodation and
Castletroy Road, excursions with 2 entrance fees or *14 nights in Limerick
Limerick, with 3 full day excursions over 2 weeks.
IRELAND.
email: info@atcireland.ie www.atclanguageschools.com
VENUE LOCATION: Located on the west coast of Ireland, Limerick is Ireland’s third largest city. It is situated on the River Shannon - Ireland’s longest river, and only 30 minutes from Shannon International Airport. The Shannon Region is a particularly beautiful part of Ireland and is located on the famous Wild Atlantic Way offering tremendous diversity in its scenery and activities. The University of Limerick is located in a spectacular park bordering the River Shannon and is only 10 minutes from the city centre. Students stay in attractive village style accommodation in individual houses with single rooms TRAVEL TIME FROM AIRPORT: Shannon International Airport is located approximately 20kms from the University of Limerick with an average journey time of 30 minutes, depending on traffic. Dublin airport is approximately 200 kms from the University of Limerick with an average journey time of 2 hours and 30 minutes, depending on traffic. AIRPORT TRANSFER If you booked an airport transfer, you will see your ATC representative waiting with an ATC Language Schools sign in the arrivals hall. You will see your group name or the name of your agency. If you are unable to locate an ATC representative or are delayed in the baggage claim, please call the number provided in your airport transfer confirmation document. ARRIVAL PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS: When you arrive at the University of Limerick, you will be required to check in. An ATC member of staff will be there to assist you. You will be required to complete some paperwork and provide the security deposit before you receive your room key. The safety of our students, teachers and partners is paramount; in line with this we have implemented a number of policies, which we continue to review and update in accordance with national and international health guidelines. ATC has acquired the Failte Ireland Covid-19 Safety Charter and all of our staff members have been trained in accordance with its protocols. This Safety Charter is designed to give comfort and reassurance to our clients and ensures that we are safe to operate. email: info@atcireland.ie www.atclanguageschools.com
RESIDENTIAL ACCOMMODATION
BOARD STATUS: ACCOMMODATION RULES:
All students staying in the residence are on a full • Students must keep their room clean and tidy.
board basis. Students will have breakfast, lunch • Students are not allowed to invite guests into
and dinner on campus. Students will receive a the residence.
packed lunch on Saturdays and Sundays when they • Students who are not residing in the accommodation
are on their full-day tour. are not allowed to stay in the rooms.
• Male and female students must remain within their
TYPE OF ROOM: designated accommodation areas/floors. Room sharing
Dromroe Village offers single en-suite is not permitted between male and female students.
accommodation with a shared living area. • Students are responsible for any damage/breakages
caused to school/accommodation property.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE • Due to the nature of shared accommodation, residents
ACCOMMODATION: who are in the company of others who behave badly
The Dromroe village apartments have 4, 5 or 6 may be seen as partly responsible and be disciplined
rooms. The bedrooms are all en-suite single rooms. accordingly. Likewise, residents that do not admit to
Each apartment comprises of a fully fitted kitchen, their part in a particular issue may cause their flatmates
dining area and comfortably furnished lounge. to receive disciplinary action unfairly.
WI-FI is available throughout campus.
ROOMS INCLUDE:
• Bed
• Linen & towels
• Study desk & chair
• En-suite bathroom
• Large wardrobe
LINEN & TOWELS:
Bed linen and towels are provided.
During residency, towels and bed linen will be • Students who have lost/misplaced room keys must be
replaced once per week. accompanied by a group leader in order to gain access
to their rooms. Rooms should be left in the same
CLEANING: condition as when students arrive.
Bedrooms, kitchen and living rooms will be cleaned
and rubbish removed by the cleaning staff during SECURITY:
the week. Rooms will be fully serviced between There are 24 hour security guards monitoring the campus,
residencies. dealing with security related matters and responding to
fire alarm activations. Students may be asked to identify
LAUNDRY: themselves and respond to directions relating to safety
There is a private self-service launderette available and security.
for the students to use at the University of
Limerick. The machines take coins and KEYS:
washing powder can be purchased locally or Electronic key cards will be provided to each student. Lost
students may bring their own. A typical wash and key cards can be replaced by the University of Limerick
dry costs approximately €6. staff at a cost of approximately €20 each.
email: info@atcireland.ie www.atclanguageschools.com
ACADEMIC PROGRAMME
LOCATION:
Lessons will take place on campus at the University
of Limerick.
COURSE:
Students’ first lesson will take place the day after
arrival (unless this is at the weekend or the
scheduled day for full day excursions). Lessons will
be 3 hours, 20 minutes per day, for a total of 200
minutes. Students will get their full 30 hours of
General English over a standard two week
programme even in the case of mid-week arrivals.
Students will have two lessons of General English
per day and 3 hours per week of “World of Work” or
Conversation Club (depending on the students’ age) . EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL:
Hours completed will be included in the final An ATC Learning Journal and all learning materials will be made
certificate. available to the students. Students will receive a graded
certificate and end of course report on their last day of lessons.
EDUCATION FRAMEWORK:
Lessons are delivered using the communicative
approach and provide and interactive and engaging WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A STANDARD TWO WEEK
learning experience for all students. Lessons have PROGRAMME:
also been developed using the Common European The course is designed to develop students’ English language
Framework of Reference for Language , (CEFR) . skills by integrating the key areas of reading, writing, speaking
Levels from A1 (Elementary) to C1 (Advanced) are and listening. Lessons are designed specifically for different age
offered. groups. Teachers will design lessons based on the interests of
the students and each lesson will have a particular focus on
AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS, SEMINARS AND communication skills. Students take regular tests in order for
ACTIVITIES: teachers to monitor progress and ensure students are learning
Students will have the opportunity to take part in a during lessons.
wide variety of workshops, seminars and activities
after their General English lessons. Topics include PLACEMENT TEST:
Career Guidance, Journalism, Photography, Vlogging, Students will complete their placement test prior to their arrival
Drama, Creative Writing, Movies and Animation, to Ireland. This means they will join their class immediately, on
Music and Sound, Chemical Reactions and much the first day of lessons. Students are classed according to their
more. age and CEFR English language level.
MAXIMUM PER CLASS: ATTENDANCE:
There will be a maximum of 15 students per class, Attendance at the University of Limerick is compulsory; students
however, usually there are approximately 13. are expected to attend all classes unless there is a justified
Classes are held in comfortable, modern and reason for absence. Students must attend all lessons and
spacious classrooms which allow for social distancing organised activities in order to be presented with their end of
in the University. course certificate.
email: info@atcireland.ie www.atclanguageschools.com
MEALS MEDICAL
MEDICAL CONDITIONS:
ATC Language Schools must be advised upon booking of
any pre-existing medical conditions, allergies and
medications that need to be administered to students.
HEALTH & TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Students must have adequate health and travel
insurance in place prior to arrival in Ireland. Any medical
expenses incurred while in Ireland will be at the student’s
expense.
MEDICAL EMERGENCY:
In the case of a medical emergency an ATC Language
BOARD STATUS: Schools member of staff will assist in seeking the
All students staying in the residence are on a full board basis. appropriate treatment. Any visits to the doctor, dentist
Students will have breakfast, lunch and dinner on campus. or hospital will be at the individual student’s expense
Students will receive a packed lunch on Saturdays and Sundays (including transport where necessary). Group Leaders
when they are on their full-day tour. will be required to accompany the student in such
circumstances.
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS:
If students have specific dietary requirements, ATC Language LOCAL FACILITIES:
Schools must be informed at the time of booking in order to LOCAL DOCTOR:
cater for these needs. Castletroy Park Medical Centre, Castletroy, Co.Limerick
Phone: +35361507200
MEAL TIMES (APPROXIMATELY) : LOCAL DENTIST:
Breakfast: 08:00 University Court Dental Practice, Castletroy, Limerick
Lunch: 13:00 Phone: +353 61 331414
Dinner: 18:30 LOCAL HOSPITAL:
Limerick Regional Hospital, Dooradoyle, Limerick
Phone: +353 61 301111
SAMPLE MENU:
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Cornflakes /Rice Crispies/ Lemon and thyme roasted American style hot dogs
Coco Pops chicken drumsticks OR Irish beef burger
1 piece of fresh fruit Cherry tomato, Swiss cheese Basil pesto pasta
& vegetable tortilla
White/brown toast Grilled veggie and cheese burger
OR croissant Veg, potatoes , baton
carrots, French fries, salad Veg, potatoes, corn on the cob
Fruit juice bar - coleslaw chopped Salad Bar
tomatoes and basil mixed Freshly baked sliced rolls
Hot chocolate/hot leaf carrot and orange salad Fresh fruit
beverage A selection of dressings
Fresh fruit Dessert: Chocolate brownie
email: info@atcireland.ie www.atclanguageschools.com
CENTRE HIGHLIGHTS
ATC LEARNING JOURNAL:
ATC ONLINE:
All students attending our Summer Centres will be gifted
12 week subscription now included in the package:
one of our new ATC Learning Journals. The learning
Every ATC Summer Centre Package will include access to ATC journal is our own specially designed summer experi-
Online. The digital platform will not only be accessible to ence workbook that integrates the ATC
students upon arrival, but also allows them to take advantage junior syllabus with our activities programme. This
of the online course material available for up to 12 weeks after
their departure. consolidate classroom material with students’
experiential learning allowing them to work on their
written English in an outdoor setting. Our learning
journal features information related to the excursions
provided as part of the social programme, allowing
students to fully immerse themselves in their cultural
experience of Ireland.
Not only that but the Learning Journal will support
students during their 12 week access period to ATC
Online
ATC PROJECTS:
Our new ATC Projects aim to actively and socially engage
students by incorporating the latest trends and developments
into their learning experience beyond the classroom..
Including…
• ATC Club - Vlogging
Students will discover the world of lifestyle influencers on
Next Generation Career Guidance:
social media whilst using new vlogging skills to create
their own video content. One 3-hour session per week of Next Generation Career
• ATC Club - Photography Guidance combines the fundamentals of Digital
Citizenship into the world of work programme. This
Students will learn what it takes to create the perfect photo initiative follows the policy guidelines of the Next
and take Generation EU Plan ( part of the EU Recovery Fund), and
part in fun competitions and selfie challenges. focuses on the impact of covid-19 on workplace
automation and flexibility, the opportunities created by
• ATC Club – Gamezone Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, the
Green Economy alongside Cybersecurity and other
Students will combine mental and physical skills in a relaxed
emerging sectors.
and fun environment to participate in on-campus activities
devised by ATC.
email: info@atcireland.ie www.atclanguageschools.com
STUDENT WELFARE
The welfare of our students is of paramount importance A residential evening activity programme rounds off each day
to us and we offer a high standard of care and and includes: discos, Irish nights , karaoke, talent nights and
supervision to all our students. It is very important for us treasure hunts, ensuring that each student is busy from
that our students remain happy and healthy throughout breakfast to bedtime.
their stay. The activity programme provides young students with
Our management team at the University of Limerick, an opportunity to experience some of Ireland’s rich heritage in a
along with our teachers and activity leaders will fun and relaxed way.
ensure that all students receive the best possible care
and attention so as to maximise their experience during
their study holiday.
SPORTS & RECREATION:
The University of Limerick facilities include: two indoor heated
swimming pools, a diving pool, squash & tennis courts, a
POCKET MONEY: gymnasium to play indoor football or volleyball, an athletics
ATC Language Schools do not provide a pocket money track, extensive playing fields and astro turf football pitches.
service for students, so it is recommended that students
arrive with adequate spending money based on the SAFE:
duration of their study holiday. We would recommend
A safe is available for the security of students’ belongings at the
€100 as an average budget per week. This can be used in
University of Limerick. Students are encouraged to store large
emergencies, for buying souvenirs or for the little extras
sums of money or valuables here. Travel tickets and passports
that students like to do with friends.
are normally kept in the safe for the duration of the students’
stay.
CURFEW TIMES:
Evening activities take place on campus between 20:00 STUDENT IDENTITY CARDS:
and 22:00. Students are expected to return to their In order to cooperate with the security and safety standards at
apartments by 22:30. Students found outside after this the University of Limerick, ATC Language Schools will supply all
time will receive disciplinary action. students with a student identity card. Students must carry their
card with them at all times.
ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS:
The University of Limerick offers a very comprehensive DELIVERIES:
cultural, sports and evening programme. Mail and other deliveries for students will be passed on to the
The programme incorporates one full day excursion over Centre Manager for distribution. Please address items to
two weeks. It also includes the option of a two-night (Student Name)
stay in the Dublin area with full board, standard single C/O ATC Language Schools,
accommodation and two half day visits in Dublin. The University of Limerick,
Dublin stay will take place either at the beginning or at Castletroy Road,
the end of the two-week stay. Co.Limerick,
Ireland.
email: info@atcireland.ie www.atclanguageschools.com
SAMPLE PROGRAMME
PROGRAMME INCLUDES: NOTES:
• 15 hours of English language tuition per week • Full day excursions will be
• General English classes either morning or afternoon alternating weekly assigned and confirmed
• Use of textbooks and ATC journal prior to arrival
• Tours can not be changed
• Graded certificate and end of course report– 18 hours certified per week
once approved
• ATC Online platform throughout stay and for 12 weeks after departure • Additional tours can be
• ATC on-campus projects—Vlogging, Photography & Gamezone arrange but only prior to
• Organised sports and evening activities arrival in Ireland
• 1 full-day excursion with entrance fee over 2 weeks
• 2 nights stay in Dublin area (12 nights Limerick & 2 Dublin) with full board standard
accommodation and excursions with 2 entrance fees or *14 nights in Limerick with 3 full
day excursions over 2 weeks.
email: info@atcireland.ie www.atclanguageschools.com
RULES & DISCIPLINE
CURFEW: DAMAGES:
Evening activities take place on campus between 20:00 and There is a damage deposit of €50 for individual students and
22:00. Students are expected to return to their apartments €250 for groups that will be collected upon arrival. This will
by 22:30. Students found outside after this time will receive be retained for the duration of the student/group’s stay. The
disciplinary action. deposit will be returned in full prior to departure less the cost
of any damage caused by the student/group.
ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION:
ATC Language Schools will not tolerate the consumption of FIRE SAFETY:
alcohol by any of its students who are on a Junior Summer It is a criminal offence to tamper with fire safety equipment.
programme. Students found in the possession of or All students and group leaders are to attend a mandatory fire
consuming alcohol will be immediately expelled from the briefing. Any breach of fire safety regulations may result in
school and repatriated at their own cost. In Ireland the a fine and expulsion from the course.
legal age to consume alcohol is 18.
PARENTAL CONSENT:
SMOKING: If a student is to be exempt from any sports or recreational
Smoking is strictly prohibited on campus. The legal age to activities or have permission to leave Limerick University
purchase cigarettes in Ireland is 18. campus unsupervised, ATC Language Schools must receive
a signed consent form from the student’s parents. ATC
DRUGS: Language Schools at the University of Limerick is officially not
Any student found in the possession of Illegal substances accountable for the student’s absence during the associated
will result in immediate expulsion and repatriation at the period of time.
student’s expense.
STUDENT COMPLAINTS:
DISCIPLINE: ATC Language Schools offer the highest standard of student
For the safety of students and staff, ATC Language Schools welfare to each student. However, if a student is unsatisfied
will monitor students’ behaviour. When deemed with any aspect of their programme it is essential that they
necessary, students may receive a written warning and
report it immediately in order for it to be resolved without
parents will be notified or students will be refused
participation in group activities. delay.
A large percentage of issues can be resolved almost
EXPULSION: instantaneously by either our academic staff or activity staff
ATC Language Schools reserve the right to expel any
student at their own expense should any of the following as they usually attend to either their class, or leisure
issues arise: activities. If the problem cannot be resolved immediately, the
staff at ATC Limerick will endeavour to find a solution as
• Consumption of alcohol quickly as possible. If the problem is of a more serious nature,
• Possession of any illegal substances the student will be required to submit a written complaint.
• Student who endangers either themselves or another
ATC Language Schools will also inform the agent of the on-
person.
• Deliberate or malicious damage to University property. going issue and progress in resolving the situation.
• Breaking Irish law.
Students will be briefed on the rules and regulations on
their first day of school. If ATC Language Schools deems
the behaviour of a student unsatisfactory or endangers
other students or staff members their stay will be
terminated effective immediately.
The individual student’s agency/ parents will be informed
and the student will be booked on the next available
flight.
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