a2z student brochure 2015

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The A2Z ExperienceWhen you come to study at A2Z School of English, we know you will have the experience of a lifetime!

Whether you study in London, Manchester or Dublin, we will make you feel welcome and help you settle

in. Not only will you improve your English fast with our great teaching methods but you’ll have plenty of

opportunity to practice what you have learnt at our many social events: day trips, football in the park, film

night, pub club - we offer it all!

If you want to have a great time in the UK or Ireland, be taught by great teachers and meet new friends

then come and study with us. A2Z School of English is more than just a school - our teachers, support

staff and students are all part of a friendly community - so come and join us!

James Taylor - CEO

THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME...

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Find out more about your study experience with A2Z

Life at school

About A2Z and our schools 4-7

About our students 8

Life as a student at A2Z 9

Meet our teachers 10-11

Your level of English, classes and timetables 12-15

The A2Z Method 16-17

One-to-One 24

A2Z Plus 18

Exam English 20-23

Modules 19

Internships and Demi-Pair Programmes 26

Our teachers and classes

About London 28-29

About Dublin 30-31

Your social life 34

Exploring the UK and Ireland 35

Your accommodation 36-37

Student support and Visas 38

Enrolling 39

Make the most of your experience

We are here to help

Junior Courses 27

TEFL teacher training 25

About Manchester 32-33

About A2Z and our schoolsOur schools are located in some of the most vibrant cities in the world: London,

Manchester and Dublin. Home to hundreds of bars, clubs, restaurants, theatres,

galleries and museums.

Everything a visitor wants!

Every year we welcome more than 1,000 students to our schools in England and Ireland. Our schools have excellent, modern teaching facilities whilst offering a relaxed and friendly environment for you to learn English.

Our teachers are dedicated to providing you with the very best opportunity

to learn. We offer a range of courses for all levels including the A2Z Method,

which is one of the fastest ways to learn English.

But coming to one of our schools is not just about learning English, it is

about having the experience of a lifetime and at A2Z that is exactly what we

offer.

We look forward to welcoming you to A2Z School of English.

Nasir HussainOperations Director

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Learn English faster and better with the A2Z Method: 70% speaking and listening.

Build your own course with modules and one to one lessons.

Wide range of Examination classes, including IELTS, First Certificate and Business English.

Three amazing cities: London, Manchester and Dublin.

Transfer between schools at no extra charge.

Small class sizes: Average 8 students.

Students from all over the world: More than 100 different nationalities.

Native English Speaking Teachers.

Social events all week, including friendly football matches.

Support staff that understand you: More than 10 languages spoken.

Free internet - WiFi and wired, plus free self-study resources.

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WHY CHOOSE A2Z?

OUR ACCREDITATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: A2Z schools are accredited by leading accreditation bodies and authorities. Accreditation means that we have

been assessed by international organisations and have high levels of quality service. Our accreditations include* :

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* Correct at time of going to print. January 2015.

London & Manchester

London, Manchester & Dublin

Dublin

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Our schools are equipped to high standards, providing the perfect

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THE BEST THING ABOUT OUR SCHOOL IS THE STUDENTS

Computer areaComputers are available for you to use

whenever the school is open.

Reception area Our friendly multilingual reception teams are always

available to help during school hours.

They speak many languages including Spanish, Polish,

Arabic, Farsi, Portugese, French and Korean.

Lots of friendly students One of the best things about our schools is the students. There are always other students at school who are happy to chat, help and offer advice.

Free Wi-FiInternet access whenever you are in the school.

Comfortable and welcoming classroomsThe perfect place to learn English in relaxed surroundings.

Self Study CentreThe perfect place to concentrate on your studies.

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Student loungeStudents meet up here before, during and after classes to socialise, drink a coffee and of course, to practise their English!

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At A2Z we teach students from all over the world and since the school first opened

we have welcomed students from more than 100 countries. The wide mix of people

and cultures make the school a great place for you to learn and a great place for us to

teach.

Brasil S. Korea TurkishFrance Libya SaudiPoland Spain

Top nationalities in 2014:

Student progress and exam results at A2Z School of English:

Latin America: 10%

Africa: 12%

Western Europe / Eastern Europe and Russia: 53%

Turkey, Middle East & Asia: 25%

Student mix 2014:

97% of our students would recommend our school to a friend.

IELTS exams:

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60% level 6 or above

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My story

My name is Nadia. I’m from Kazakhstan and studied English in London in July 2013. Why did I go there? That’s a strange question with an obvious answer – if you want to learn a language well the best idea is study it in the country where it is spoken.

I’m a very sociable person, but even if you are a little shy you will not be able to ignore the activities that the A2Z School organises, such as the game party, cinema evenings and tea parties. Sometimes you can also go somewhere on a group tour, which is very exciting and useful for your language skills.

In my opinion, if you come to study English you should do your best to speak, speak and speak in English and don’t speak with someone in your own language. That’s why during my stay in London I lived with a host family. During my stay here I spoke my own language for just a few hours – great!

We did a lot of fun things: One day we had classes in a museum. We visited Thorpe park amusement park which was one of my most exciting days in UK. We also went to the Bath. It is a small town and one of the most beautiful cities in the UK, it reminded me of Venice. During my weekends I also visited some clubs in London and had a lot fun there.

My daily routine was to go to school, come home around 9pm (because of all the things that I used to do after my classes) then have dinner, check my homework and do some revision of the lessons I learned that day. Finally, I would go to bed and rest to recover my energy for new adventures the next day.

I’d like to say that while in London I had such a great time! I met a lot of nice, friendly and cool people. I made some really good friends. I will really miss my vacation in London. And I’m sure I will come back here.

Now I experienced it myself, I can tell you with certainty that studying in A2Z London is highly recommended!

Nadia

Nadia liked A2Z School of English

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Meet our teachersQUESTION: What makes a great school?ANSWER: Great Teachers!

An English school is only as good as the teaching staff and at A2Z we make sure we have the very best teachers to help you to learn English.

Our teachers are from England, America, Australia and many other English speaking countries and have exceptional

spoken English. They are all experienced teachers with the relevant qualifications to help you get the most out of your

time in the UK and Ireland.

Here’s what a couple of our teachers have to say:

JAMESI’ve taught English to students of all ages in Poland,Taiwan and

Japan. I enjoy teaching English because I get to meet people from

all over the world (both students and colleagues) and because I

love seeing progress in students’ ability to express themselves in a

foreign language; students are also very entertaining! I love reading,

watching art-house movies and photography.

Little Known Fact: James has travelled around the world!

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RACHELI’ve been teaching English for about 3 years including a

year teaching in France. I’ve travelled a lot around Europe and I

enjoy visiting new countries and learning about different cultures. I

always wanted to teach English and studied teaching for 4 years at

university. I love the English language and having the opportunity to

help people get to where they want to be in life. I’m a Christian, so

I spend a lot of free time getting involved with my church. I also like

to hang out with my friends and go to new places.

Little Known Fact: Rachel loves to bake lots of chocolate

treats

A lot of our teachers have lived and taught English overseas, so

they know what it feels like to be thousands of kilometres from

home and have to make new friends and a new life.

They all want to ensure that you don’t just learn better English

at A2Z School of English but that you never feel bored or lonely!

Our teachers arrange a variety of social events from football in

the park to weekly tea parties and pub nights, where you can

relax and practice your English with your new student and

teacher friends!

You can find out more about our teachers by visitinga2z-english.com/teachers

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About A2Z classesWhatever your reason to learn English we offer the right course for you:

The A2Z Method and A2Z PlusThese General English lessons are ideal for beginners to upper-intermediate level students. The A2Z Method is very interactive and learning is heavily based on speaking and listening. A2Z Plus builds on the A2Z Method by focusing on reading and writing as well.

Modules Students can take modules to boost skills in specific areas or as part time courses. General English modules include the A2Z Method, Reading and Writing, Conversation and Grammar and Vocabulary. Examination preparation modules include FCE, CAE and IETLS.

Exam PreparationOur full time exam preparation courses include FCE, CAE and IELTS. Classes provide excellent preparation for exams and lead to certificates suitable for work or academic study.

Business English This class focuses on the BEC exam and is for students who want to communicate confidently in English at work. Focuses on all aspects of English.

One-to-OneOne-to-One lessons are tailor made for each student to help them achieve their specific goals and are usually taken in combination with our full time courses and modules.

Teacher TrainingWe offer an accredited certTESOL course in addition to our A2Z TESOL Certificate - both designed for people who wish to start a career as an EFL teacher. A number of Continuing Professional Development courses are also available.

Internship and Demi-Pair ProgrammesFor EU students who want to study part time andget part time work experience with a company or as a demi pair living with a family in the UK or Ireland. Both offer an excellent combination of cultural experience and the chance to study.

Junior CoursesWe offer junior courses designed specifically for those under 18 years of age which focus on not only English language tuition, but which ensure appropriate supervision for our younger guests during their stay with us.

Not all classes are available at all times of day or in all schools. Classes are subject to minimum numbers of students and available space.

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Timetable plannerAt A2Z School of English you can personalise your own course by choosing

different modules and full time courses as well as one-to-one lessons.

By adding together options and customising the course in this way we believe you will be able to progress faster and find your

experience of learning English more enjoyable.

The basic options correspond to our timetable and include full time courses, modules (which can also be part time courses) and one-to-one lessons. All lessons last 50 minutes. The options are:

You can use these options to build your own timetable. Here are some example timetables:

Full time Modules One-to-One

= 20 lessons per week = 4, 6, 8 or 10 lessons per week = 1 or more lessons per week

Example 2: Intensive (24 lessons per week):

Full time Modules+

20 lessons/week14.30 - 18.20 Mon - Fri

4 lessons/week18.30 - 20.20 Tues & Thurs

Full time Modules+ +


8 lessons/week12.30 - 14.20 Mon - Thurs

2 lessons/weekFriday 12.30 - 14.20

One-to-One

Example 1: Super intensive (30 lessons per week):

Example 3: Full time (20 lessons per week):

Full time


Example 4: Part time (10 lessons per week):

Modules10 lessons/week

18.30 - 20.20 Mon - Fri

Example 5: One-to-One only (2 lessons per week):

One-to-One

2 lessons/week12.30 - 14.20 Fridays

Time General English Exam Preparation

Full Time08.30 - 10.20 A2Z Method

FCE Module CAE IELTS10.30 - 12.20 A2Z Plus

Modules 12.30 - 14.20Reading and

WritingGrammar and

vocabularyIELTS Module FCE Module

Full Time14.30 - 16.20 A2Z Method

FCE Business English IELTS16.30 - 18.20 A2Z Plus

Modules 18.30 - 20.20 A2Z Method FCE Module IELTS Module

Here is an example of a timetable

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Your study journeyYour progress

Learning English opens new possibilities for our students. As you progress through

different levels you will become more effective and accurate. After reaching an

advanced level of English we offer 3 main streams - General, Academic and

Business English. Later we can connect you with a University, a work experience

placement or you can take a TEFL teacher training course to become a qualified

English teacher.

Your level of English

Which classes are available to you will depend on

your level of English. We have classes for all levels

of English from beginner to advanced. You can see

a detailed listing of what is available in our special

chart on the next page. However, before you

continue, why not take our online test of English

that will give you an indication of your general level?

ABSOLUTE BEGINNER

INTERMEDIATE

ADVANCED

GENERAL ENGLISH

ACADEMIC ENGLISH

BUSINESS ENGLISH

TEFL TEACHER?

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Go to a2z-english.com/testmyenglish

and complete our short test to discover

your English level

A2Z English level

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

General EnglishA2Z Method ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

A2Z Plus ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Grammar and Vocabulary

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Reading and Writing ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Conversation ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

English for specific purposes*

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Exam preparationIELTS Foundation ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

IELTS ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Business English ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

FCE ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

CAE ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Teacher trainingAccredited Course ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

A2Z TESOL Certificate ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Continuing Professional Development ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

LevelsApprox weeks of study

6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6

CEFR Levels A1 A2 B1 B2 C1

Cambridge Levels KET PET FCE CAE

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Study plannerWhether you want to study part time, full time or intensively, we have classes to suit your individual needs.

Exam level comparisons are approximate

* Eg. Medical, Legal and Financial English

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General EnglishThe A2Z MethodA unique way of learning EnglishThe A2Z Method is a fast, fun and very interactive way to learn English. In fact we

guarantee your spoken English will improve faster than ever before. It’s perfect for

beginners or students with only basic English.

5 Great Reasons to choose the A2Z Method:FAST SPEAKING - so the student is forced to understand more

IMMEDIATE CORRECTION - students’ speech is corrected immediately so they don’t pick up bad habits

FUN AND EASY - students don’t get bored with this method and so learn more

NO HOMEWORK EXCEPT SOCIALISING - because there is no homework students can spend more time

socialising at A2Z social events with other students and teachers -an environment more conducive to natural

language learning.

GUARANTEED PROGRESS - if you fail your exam after taking the appropriate number of lessons, we will give you

FREE lessons until you pass the exam

IS INVOLVED EVERY STUDENTall of the time…

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How the A2Z Method worksThe A2Z Method is so successful because every student

is involved all of the time. Each lesson is structured as

though it is an informal test of listening, speaking,

grammar and sentence construction. This way, whenever

a mistake is made, your teacher will correct you instantly,

so there is no opportunity to pick up bad speaking habits.

The teacher asks a question speaking very quickly just like a native speaker and then repeats the question to be sure students understand.

The teacher chooses a student to answer the question.

The teacher then helps the student to answer the question and will correct pronunciation, grammar and any other mistakes.

Watch a lesson online! Go towww.a2z-english.com/

watchthemethod

Levels Absolute beginner to intermediate

Objectives All round improvement in English skills, especially speaking, listening, vocabulary and grammar

Entrance requirements? None

Start and end dates Start any day we are open

Times Monday to Friday - 08.30 - 10.20, 14.30 - 16.20, 18.30 - 20.20 and Monday to Thursday 12.30 -14.20

Lessons/hours per week Before 18.30 either 4, 8 or 10 fifty minute lessons per week, after 18.30 also 6 lessons per week

Duration 1 - 120 weeks

Class size - maximum/average Max 14, avg 8

Progression After completing book 8 students normally progress to exam preparation

Included in the price Tuition and progress tests

Not included in the price Course books

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General EnglishA2Z PlusA2Z Plus combines the A2Z Method with communicative language teaching to help

students improve their reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. These lessons

encourage students to think for themselves.

Levels Absolute beginner to intermediate

Objectives All round improvement in English skills, but especially reading, writing and practice in everyday situational English

Entrance requirements? None

Start and end dates Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open

Times Monday to Friday - 10.30 - 12.20, 16.30 - 18.20 and any time during business hours as a one to one lesson

Lessons/hours per week 10 fifty minute lessons per week, ie 8 hours and 20 minutes per week



Progression After completing all levels students normally progress to exam preparation



“I have been in Manchester for 8 months and A2Z for 7 months. When I started my English was nothing. A2Z Plus gives you practice for IELTS and more vocabulary. We do a lot of speaking by questions. The teacher asks a lot of questions and we answer. I like the food in Manchester and the people – the people are very polite here.”Walid, studying A2Z Plus

Levels Elementary to upper proficiency

Objectives Focus on particular areas of English - grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing and conversation.

Entrance requirements? You may be asked to complete a short written and/or oral test.

Start and end dates Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open mid course.

Times12.30 - 14.30 Monday to Thursday and 18.30 - 20.20 on selected evenings.

Any time during business hours as a one to one lesson. Exact times vary by school - contact reception for accurate details.

Lessons/hours per week 4 or 8 lessons per week, ie. 3 hours 20 minutes or 6 hours 40 minutes per week.



Progression After completing this module students can transfer to another module.



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ModulesAs well as lessons specialising in particular methods of learning or dedicated to helping

you achieve success in exams, we also offer extra modules to help boost your learning in

areas in which you feel less confident.

General English:• A2Z Method

• Reading and writing

• Conversation

• Grammar and vocabulary

Exam preparation:• IELTS

• FCE

• CAE

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Exam English Cambridge English: First (FCE)The First Certificate in English (FCE) is anexamination awarded by Cambridge University ESOL. It the most widely recognised General English certificate in England and is very well known across the world. This course is ideal for students who want a certificate in English which will enable them to progress to further education or to boost career prospects. During lessons, our teachers prepare students for all five sections

of the examination using previous exam papers, and help identify

specific weaknesses for students to focus on. We have full practice

tests every four weeks so students are thoroughly prepared.

Key Facts:• The FCE is valid for life, unlike an

IELTS certificate or TOEFL test report.

• Paper based tests take place in March, June and December, but computer based tests can be taken at other times.

Levels Intermediate to proficiency

Objectives Awareness of all parts of the FCE exam, full and partial practice tests and practical information about the test day leading to increased scores in the test

Entrance requirements? You may be asked to complete a short written and/or oral test

Start and end dates Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open mid course


Lessons/hours per week Before 18.30 20 fifty minute lessons per week, ie 16 hours and 20 minutes per week. After 18.30 4 lessons per week, ie 3 hours and 20 minutes per week



ProgressionStudents can take the FCE exam in an external test centre, or progress to the

CAE class or IELTS. Students who successfully pass the FCE exam may transfer to our A2Z TESOL certificate course

Included in the price Tuition and progress tests, including a full practice test every 5 weeks and part of a test each week

Not included in the price Course books and FCE exam and/or certificate fees

“I think the FCE is a title that is recognised in all the world and in Spain it is very important to have titles for all the things that you study. We do a lot of exercises about the grammar we study and the exercises you need to pass the FCE exam. I think A2Z is a good school because the facilities are very nice, it’s clean. I was in another one before and I prefer this academy. You have a lot of kind of courses, business courses, all types and I think it’s a good school.”Silvia, Spain, studying FCE

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Exam EnglishCambridge English: Advanced (CAE)

The Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is the next level up from the FCE, and is also an examination of General English awarded by Cambridge University ESOL. It is for students who need a qualification to show they have a high level of English for academic and professional situations.

Students who complete the course will be perfectly comfortable communicating almost fluently in English in a wide range of situations.

Key Facts:• 12,000 organisations globally

recognise the value of Cambridge English Exams.

• A CAE qualification is often accepted as proof that you can study a degree course in English.

• The United Kingdom and Australia accept the CAE for study visa applications.

Levels Upper intermediate to proficiency

Objectives Awareness of all parts of the CAE exam, full and partial practice tests and practical information about the test day leading to increased scores in the test


Start and end dates Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open mid course.


Lessons/hours per week Before 18.30 20 fifty minute lessons per week, ie 16 hours and 20 minutes per week. After 18.30 4 lessons per week, ie 3 hours and 20 minutes per week



Progression Students can take the CAE exam in an external test centre. Students who successfullly pass the CAE exam may progress to our teacher training courses


Not included in the price Course books and CAE exam and/or certificate fees

“We really focus on the skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking in CAE and the teacher also really makes us focus on our weaknesses. The subject matter is really interesting in CAE and the teacher really brings the lesson to life!”

Issam, Saudi Arabia, studying CAE

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Exam English IELTS

Levels Pre intermediate to proficiency

Objectives Awareness of all parts of the academic IELTS exam, full and partial practice tests and practical information about the test day leading to increased scores in the test


Start and end dates Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you canstart any day we are open mid course


Lessons/hours per week Before 18.30 20 fifty minute lessons per week, ie 16 hours and 20 minutes per week. After 18.30 4 lessons per week, ie 3 hours and 20 minutes per week.



Progression

Students can take the IELTS examination in an external testing centre or transfer to the CAE class. Students who successfully pass the IELTS test with a score of 4

or more may be able to apply for a University foundation course. Students who achieve a score of 5 or more may apply to University undergraduate or

postgraduate courses or the A2Z TESOL Certificate course.


Not included in the price Course books and IELTS exam and/or certificate fees

For students who want to study at an English speaking university, IELTS is one of the best courses available. More than 7,000 organisations across the world accept IELTS including universities and schools, government departments, professional bodies and associations and a large number of multinational employers.

Key Facts:• IELTS is the world’s most popular high

level English language proficiency test.

• There are more than 800 IELTS test centres in 130 countries worldwide.

“I have been studying for 6 months. I started with the First Certificate. The school helped me a lot, the teachers were really good and they specifically taught us how to do our exam. Now I am studying IELTS and I hope to do the exam at the end of the month. I am thinking of studying a post graduate course so I will need IELTS. think A2Z is the best...they give a good quality of teaching, a good price. I like it!”

Annalisa, Italy, studying IELTS

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Exam EnglishBusiness English including BEC Vantage

We offer Business English courses for students who want to understand how to use English in a work environment: not just for professional business people. Our courses focus on specific business vocabulary, grammar and subjects or situations that might be encountered.

The course includes preparation for the Cambridge BEC Vantage examination, which is widely recognised around the world by employers as proof of a person’s English language level.

Levels Intermediate to proficiency

Objectives

Increase in general business English skills including special vocabulary and idiomatic constructions, practice of common business situations including video

calls, telephone calls, email exchanges and face to face presentations. Awareness of all parts of the BEC exam, full and partial practice tests and practical information

about the test day leading to increased scores in the test


Start and end dates Official start dates 4 times per year in conjunction with terms, but you can start any day we are open mid course

Times Monday to Friday - 08.30 - 12.30, 14.30 - 18.20

Lessons/hours per week 20 fifty minute lessons per week, ie 16 hours and 20 minutes per week



ProgressionStudents can take the BEC exam in an external testing centre or transfer to another

high level class, such as CAE or IELTS. Students that successfully take the BEC Vantage exam may progress to our A2Z TESOL certificate course


Not included in the price Course books and BEC exam and/or certificate fees

“I am majoring in Business at my University in Seoul so I need to become familiar with the terms that native speakers usually use in the business context. The teacher helps us to think using business concepts and in using business terms in the correct way. For me studying here has been very, very useful.” Hyung, Korea, studying Business English

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One-to-One

Levels Beginner A1 - Advanced C1

Start and end dates Any day

Times Friday 12.30 - 14.20

Lessons/hours per week We recommend two lessons per week


One-to-One lessons cater for individual needs and are designed to help you fulfil your goals. You can focus on anything that you think will help you make progress, including speaking, listening, reading or writing, as well as grammar and vocabulary. We can also organise tuition focussed on legal, financial, medical or other kinds of special English.

One to One lessons are usually taken in combination with our full time courses and modules. As an example, you might study a full time General English course, 2 days per week of modules and 2 one to one lessons per week

The benefits of One-to-One lessons:

Individual time with a teacher to discuss your needs.

Students can decide ‘what’ they study.

Some examples of study programmes are; Exam preparation, Medical English, Legal English, Business English.

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Our teacher training courses have been developed so that you can take your English skills to the next level - become a teacher! With an English teaching certificate you can apply for jobs all over the world. We offer two types of full time course, depending on your level of English.

Our four week intensive accredited TESOL certificate is an externally accredited course for both native and non-native speakers of English who want to qualify asEnglish language teachers.

Our A2Z TESOL Certificate course (either 2 weeks or 4 weeks) is a non-accredited course designed for non- native speakers of English who want to qualify as English language teachers.

Both courses are full time and have been designed toempower our trainees to deliver fun, creative andinteresting lessons in an EFL classroom.

Becoming a TEFL teacher

Levels Advanced to proficiency

ObjectivesTheoretical and practical instruction on teaching English including

training and observed teaching practice, leading to successful completionof the course

Entrance requirements?Entry level qualifications for university. Non-native English speakers will require either a pass in FCE/IELTS 7.0 or equivalent (Accredited TESOL) OR a C1 CEFR and either a

pass in FCE/IELTS 5.0 or equivalent (A2Z TESOL Certificate)

Start and end dates See website for official start dates

Times 09.30 - 17.30 Monday to Friday

Lessons/hours per week

Accredited TESOL - 130 hours of training and 6 hours of observed teaching practice. A2Z TESOL Certificate: 80 hours of training and 2 hours of observed teaching

practice (2 week course), or 160 hours of training and 6 hours of observed teaching practice (4 week course)

Duration Accredited TESOL - 4 weeks; A2Z TESOL Certificate - 2 or 4 weeks


Progression Successful trainees may apply for jobs teaching English worldwide

Included in the price Examination fees, tuition and progress tests


“This internship is my first work experience in the UK, and I couldn’t be happier about it! There is a fast-paced working environment in the office, where I really enjoy the time both learning about the business and improving my English skills.”Raquel Lopez, Spain

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Internship and Demi-Pair programmesEnglish PlusInternshipIf you are a European Union citizen then you can combine part time work experience and study by choosing our internship programme. To qualify for the programme, you need to buy a course of 20 lessons or more per week for a minimum of 4 weeks.

Your internship will be organised after your English course so that you can apply what you have learnt in school to real life work environments. All internships are unpaid, but the businesses we work with may decide to take you on either part or full time if they are impressed with the standard of your work.

Your work experience can be tailored around your skills, talents and interests. For example:

Demi-Pair Programme Our demi pair programme is a great way to combine learning English, making lifetime friends and saving on your accommodation costs.

You will live with a host family and care for their children. You will also be asked to do light household tasks and to take the children to school or pick them up.

You will work 18 hours a week, which might include babysitting some evenings. The rest of your day is free for you to study around your work commitments and to enjoy all that a busy English or Irish city has to offer.

Included in your free accommodation is your own single room plus your meals. The Demi-Pair Programme is a fantastic opportunity to improve your language skills because you spend so much time in an English speaking environment.

Finance and Accounting Design Internet marketing Website development Market research Administration Sales and marketing Hospitality and Catering

For more information about our Internship and Demi-Pair Programmes visit:a2z-english.com/english-plus

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Junior Courses Junior Summer CampsAt all our schools we run summer camps specifically designed for younger guests from 12 to 17 years of age. Students learn to speak English using our unique, engaging and interactive A2Z Method in special classes where they study alongside other students who are under 18 years of age*.

Our Junior Summer Camps are available for group bookings as well as for individuals.

*Students aged 16 and 17 can attend normal classes with other adult

students if they wish.

Junior Tailored GroupsWe can create specific, tailor-made programmes to meet the needs of your group (minimum 10 attendees, aged between 12 and 17). These courses can run at any time of the year, subject to availability, and classes are run as closed groups.

Examples of tailored courses: English & Football, English & Travel, English & Culture and Mini Stays.

Special Considerations for Junior CoursesAppreciating that juniors have different needs from adult students, the following are included in the course fees:

• All juniors receive a special welcome pack with an ID card showing the 24/7 emergency number • All our schools have two Child Protection Officers available 24 hours a day via the emergency number • Each school has a Welfare Officer who is available to give extra support and to discuss any concerns the student may have In addition: • We can arrange fun social activities which are always supervised by vetted employees • We can provide a wide range of accommodation options (see page 36) • We can organise a pick-up and drop-off service at the airport (this is mandatory for under-16 students travelling on their own)

Why study at our London School?

• Wimbledon has a lovely town centre

• Students can stay in great accommodation locally

• We arrange fun social events all year round

• There are fantastic transport links to central London - just 15 minutes away

• London has hundreds of galleries, museums, theatres, restaurants, famous buildings and monuments, and offers a vibrant nightlife

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Our London school is in Wimbledon, only minutes away from the world famous All England Lawn Tennis Club and a short tube ride to central London.

In 1777, Samuel Johnson, the man who wrote the very first Dictionary of English Language wrote about London:

“...when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford.”

And that is still true today. London is one of the busiest and coolest cities in the world. It is an exciting mix of historic and modern architecture, traditional and new cultures, busy streets full of people and huge open parks.

Whatever you want to eat, you will be able to buy it in London and whatever music you want to listen to, you will find a venue that plays it.

If you are looking for an incredible and intense life experience then London is the city for you!

Our Wimbledon school is in the centre of the town, has 5 classrooms, a reception and free computer area. There is free Wifi internet throughout the building and a free student library

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The cost of living in London*:Accommodation (homestay) From £160pw (single, HB)

Cinema ticket £10.00

Cheap restaurant meal £10-£20

Pint of beer in a local pub £3.50

Cocktail in a club £9.00

1 litre of milk £1.05

12 eggs £2.46

Loaf of bread £1.00

Big Mac Meal £5.00

*All prices are from www.expatistan.com, the cost of living index

Visit our webpage for more details and pictures:

a2z-london.com

Wimbledon is the best place to learn English in London. One reason is that there are many nearby homestays so you should spend less time travelling to school than if you study in central London. In addition Wimbledon is one of the nicest areas in London and has great parks, shops and transport to central London. Many famous people including film stars and politicians live in Wimbledon.

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Dublin, the capital city of Ireland, is one of the most lively and friendly cities in the world. The city’s one million inhabitants are famous for their sense of humour, relaxed approach to life and for enjoying the ‘Craic’ - the Irish word for fun! Dublin itself has much to offer visitors and almost four million people come to the city every year. It is a city that mixes museums, galleries and historic architecture with a truly modern feel.

Further afield, Ireland has a rich history and you don’t need to travel far to find wonderful examples of old Irish Culture set amongst some of the most breathtaking scenery you will ever see.

Our Dublin school is in the centre of the City, has 5 classrooms, a reception and free computer area. There is free Wifi internet throughout the building and a free student library

Why study at our Dublin School?

• Dublin is the capital of Ireland and a fabulous city to live in

• Our school is in the heart of the city

• The Guinness factory is located in Dublin and offers tasting tours daily

• There are hundreds of museums, galleries and theatres to choose from

• We host great social events throughout the year

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The cost of living in Dublin*:Accommodation (homestay) From €1 85pw (single, HB)

Cinema ticket € 10.00

Cheap restaurant meal € 10-€ 20

Pint of beer in a local pub € 4.80

Cocktail in a club € 7.80

1 litre of milk € 1.30

12 eggs € 2.90

Loaf of bread € 1.41

Big Mac Meal € 7.20


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Visit our webpage for more details and pictures:

a2z-dublin.com

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Our Manchester school is in the centre of the city, has 12 classrooms, a reception, student room, free computer access and free internet wifi throughout the building

Our Manchester school is in the very centre of England’s vibrant second city.

People in Britain will tell you that the further North you travel, the more friendly people are. This is very true of Manchester. You will find that it is a city where people like to talk to you and because more than 85% of the population are native English speakers, you will have lots of opportunity to practise your English!

Why study at our Manchester School?

• Our school is located in the city centre near China town

• There are ten theatres, two symphony orchestras and free museums and galleries

• The huge Trafford Centre shopping precinct is only 15 minutes from the city centre

• Manchester offers restaurants, live music and great nightlife

• We organise fun social events throughout the year

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Visit our webpage for more details and pictures:a2z-manchester.com

The cost of living in Manchester*:Accommodation (homestay) From £130pw (single, HB)

Cinema ticket £7.50

Cheap restaurant meal £8-£15

Pint of beer in a local pub £2.90

Cocktail in a club £6.50

1 litre of milk £0.91

12 eggs £2.14

Loaf of bread £1.02

Big Mac Meal £5.00


As well as being home to Manchester City and Manchester United, two of the world’s biggest football clubs, the city also has an incredible music scene. Oasis, The Chemical Brothers, Take That and many more bands launched their careers here. The city has a thriving creative, media and arts scene, fantastic restaurants and some of the coolest (and sometimes wildest) nightlife in the world. Whether you want to relax with friends, be inspired by works of art or just dance the night away, Manchester has it all!

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Your social lifeA big part of your experience will be linked to your social life. While you are here you will have a chance to mix with other students and make friends with people from all over the world. We have a full social calendar with events organised every week. Some events are unsuitable for under 18’s*.

Weekly events include:

• Guided tours

• Afternoon tea

• Film night

• Friday night pub club

• Saturday football in the park - we are always looking for new players to join. Are you the next Ronaldo, Messi or Balotelli?

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Visit our social activities page for up to date information about our social calendar: a2z-english.com/social

All our schools arrange day trips to nearby locations and tourist attractions, such as York, Brighton, Old Trafford, The Houses of Parliament and the London Eye in England. In Ireland we also run day trips, for example tours of Trinity College and the Guinness Brewery or a cultural visit to Dublinia and the Viking World.

From hip bars and clubs, to galleries, fine restaurants or fish and chips in the park there is always something to do and someone to do it with.

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*Notice for under-18 students:* Some events are not suitable for under-18 students – e.g. those involving alcohol. We will always inform students if there are age restrictions for an event.* Outside lesson time, 16- and 17-year-olds enrolled on adult courses are supervised by a vetted member of staff only when taking part in social activities organised by the school.* With regard to Junior Summer Camps and Junior Tailored Groups (i.e. closed groups of students aged between 12 and 17), specific levels of supervision outside classroom hours are agreed with parents/guardians on a case by case basis.

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Exploring the UK and IrelandWhether you choose to live and study in Manchester, London or Dublin, you will never be far away from spectacular scenery, historic stately homes or incredible tourist attractions.

Lake District

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Edinburgh

York

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Liverpool

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Your accommodationMaking our students feel happy and comfortable is a big part of what we do at A2Z. We offer three types of accommodation and our dedicated Accommodation Manager will help you find the perfect place to live.

HomestayMost of our students choose to stay in an English speaking home where they are able to spend time with the host family, learn more about English culture and practice speaking English.

A lot of our families have hosted students for many years and all homestays are inspected regularly to ensure they meet our high standards. The accommodation includes a private single room, bedding, laundry facilities and internet access.

Our standard homestay includes breakfast and evening meal taken with the family every day, and lunch at weekends. We can provide customised homestays if you require special food or to be closer to the school, subject to availability, and we will charge extra to arrange this.

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MOST HOMESTAYLESS THAN 45 MINUTES FROM THE SCHOOLJuniors’ Accommodation

If you are under 18 years of age, there are special rules which apply to you when it comes to accommodation and our Accommodation Manager will be available to assist and guide you. Under-16 students who book individually must stay with one of our vetted host families (unless they are staying with relatives, which must be confirmed in writing). Accommodation for groups of under-16 students can be arranged either in homestays or in halls of residence – in the latter case so long as their group leaders are present overnight.

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Visit our accommodation pages for more

information on all the choices available:

a2z-english.com/accommodation

Or email our dedicated Accommodation Manager:

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Student residences Choosing to live in a shared student residence is a very social way to enjoy your time away from home. You will live with other students so will get lots of opportunity to socialise and practise speaking English.

You will have to do your own cooking but for students who want to make the most of the Great British nightlife a student residence is a great place to live!

Hotels and hostels We can also arrange for you to stay in a hotel or hostel. Hotels and hostels are good for short stays, but are quite expensive when compared with homestay or our student residences. However, you might not socialise as much and might speak English less than in a homestay.

House / Flat shareMany of our students choose to share a house or flat with others and can opt for either a single private room or a twin room shared with one other. Students share a bathroom and kitchen and are responsible for cooking their own meals.

Living in a house / flat share offers you independence but you’ll never be lonely as you will be living alongside your house/flat mates - and you’ll have lots of chances to practice your English with them.

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Student SupportA2Z is committed to the welfare of all of its students. We want to make you feel welcome and help you settle in when you first arrive. Our reception team are all former students so they understand what it’s like to start life in a new school in a new city. Between them they speak 10 languages and are always available to help with practical issues, such as:

Student inductionFor students starting lessons on Monday you will be invited to our weekly welcome session. Here you can meet other new students, learn about the school, the teachers and our support services. A copy of our Student Guide will also be available to help you with any other questions you might have.

ArrivingIf you need a transfer from the airport, we can help you book a private taxi or give advice about public transport. Under 16s travelling alone must book our airport pick-up and drop-off service.

VisasStudents from outside the European Economic Area often need to apply for a visa before they travel to the UK or Ireland. Because our schools have accreditations we are able to support your application for a visa if you enrol on a course. Ireland has different rules to the UK, but in general the process is as follows:

This is only a very general guide and you should visit our website www.a2z-english.com/visas for more detailed information.

• Enrol on a course with A2Z and pay your tuition fees

• A2Z will send you confirmation documents

• Use these documents, together with other evidence to complete your visa application

• Apply to the UK or Irish Embassy for your visa

• Opening a bank account

• Finding a doctor or dentist

• Using public transport

• Finding a place to worship

For any problems the reception team cannot help with, you can make an appointment to see the dedicated School Manager. Junior students (12-17 years old) also have access to the Child Protection Officers 24 hours a day.

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Enrolling with the schoolJoining our school is easy. Follow the steps below and if you have any questions, please contact us. We are always happy to help.

CHOOSEThe type of course you want to study?

The number of weeks you want to study for?How many lessons a week do you want to attend?

If you require accommodation, what type do you want?

PAYPay our official partner directly OR Online by credit/debit card, PayPal or Bitcoin. OR Bank transfer a2z-english.com/how-pay OR By telephone – Using your debit card or credit card.

CONFIRMWhen the payment has been received you will be scheduled into your classes for the dates you have chosen.

You will receive your letter to confirm your course booking at A2Z School of English.

You will receive proof of payment.

START!Prior to your arrival you will be supplied with a detailed information pack including all the necessary information you will need when you arrive.

A warm welcome awaits you. Our reception staff will help you settle into life at A2Z School of English. A new adventure and experience of a lifetime awaits you.

APPLYUse an official A2Z registered partner in your home country. They will process your application and deal with the school on your behalf

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Apply online - you can go to www.a2z-english.com/register and submit all the information required to complete your bookingOR

By telephone - Our UK & Ireland Head Office is open for business between 08:00 and 20:00 GMT. Our bookings team are ready to answer your questions and complete your booking. Telephone + 44 161 883 0247

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Apply by post - you can go to www.a2z-english.com/paper-forms, print out our booking forms and post to A2Z HQ, Brook House, Spring Gardens, Manchester, England, M2 2BQ.

Contact A2Z School of English:

t: +44 (0)161 883 0247 e: [email protected]: www.a2z-english.com Head Office, Brook House, Spring Gardens, Manchester, M2 2BQ, England

A2Z School of English is the trading name of Head Office Manchester Ltd.Every care has been taken to ensure that the information provided in this document was correct at the time of printing. E&OE.

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