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This project isa project to learn English at an affiliated language institute of a prestigious art university in London, UKThis project is recommended for those who want to learn English in a more enjoyable way focused on arts and culture in the artistic city of London. Learn English for creative activities such as art, fashion, and design, and, most importantly, by studying English through various art and design elements, you can fully experience the world-renowned cultural and artistic city of London, UK.Study English in London, where diverse cultures coexist, together with friends from many nationalities!
| Note: For working professionals,language study leave orstudy-abroad leaveThis project is designed so that participants who wish to take such leave can easily take part.Those who wish to take a gap year through study-abroad leave can also apply.(*Upon completion of the language course,a certificate from the university-affiliated language instituteis issued). Public servants and employees in private companiesIf you are a working professional who can take a gap year through a study-abroad (training) leave system, please pay attention to this project! |
One of the most attractive privileges for travelers visiting London, UK is that many galleries and museums in the cityoffer free admission.You can visit world-famous attractions such as the British Museum, the National Gallery, the Natural History Museum, and the Imperial War Museum without any cost. In addition, London hasTower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, the Harry Potter Studios, Big Ben, Borough Market, Tate Modern, Piccadilly Circus, Westminster Abbey, etc.There are plenty of sights to see throughout the city center.It's an attractive city where you can experience diverse cultures and see the coexistence of past and present.The school hosting the project islocated in Zone 1, the center of London, so you can walk to many attractions.You can. Travel to London, UK right now!
This project isa prestigious art university in London, UK, ranked 6th worldwide.and takes place at (2018 Art and Design category) At the school,the school directly manages and operates a language centre so that international students of various nationalities can receive specialized English training before university admission and focus on their undergraduate studies. Leveraging its identity as an art university, it helps students learn English in a more fun and familiar way alongside their areas of interest.
Enjoy campus life at a London university with international friends!Imagine reading in the library, sitting in the cafeteria with a cup of coffee and chatting with new friends. I have no doubt your previously busy daily life will become a little more special. Enjoy your own London life in the city of artists!
"I want to take a leave of absence to study abroad — can the institution issue a certificate?" "Can working professionals participate?" "I need to submit a university-affiliated institute certificate to my company — is that possible?"When considering a leave of absence for studying abroad, don't worry about the documents and certificates you need to submit to your employer!
* The institution operating this project is a university-affiliated language institute and can provide documents that are recognized for submission.
* To qualify for a study-leave, you must attend a university-affiliated institution rather than a private language school, or participate through a language institute established by a local governmentand be able to participate in the program.
* Certificate issuance requires maintaining the standard attendance rate (80%)must be maintained for issuance.
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1-1. Adapting to a new environment 2-1. Getting a feel for English! 3-1. Meet foreign friends from around the world! |
1-2. Courage and resilience to adapt anywhere 2-2. Basic daily conversation is OK in English! 3-2. Experience London's unique charm and make friends with students of various nationalities! |
1-3. A spirit of challenge toward new things and increased confidence 2-3. Able to have free conversations with locals! 3-3. Express myself and discover a new side of myself through meeting diverse people! |
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Based on past participants’ experiences, we’ve organized the common themes of learning, reflection, and growth by time period.
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This project isa project to learn English with international friends from around the world at a prestigious arts university in London, UK.
The institution where the classes take place is directly run by the arts university, and based on topics related to the cultural and arts fieldslanguage classes are conducted
You can learn practical English expressions useful in everyday life in a fun way.
■ Learning English
- This project is starts on the designated start date startstarts. Classes are held Monday through Friday.
- On the first day of class, a new student orientation is held, including a placement test, an introduction to the institution, and a campus tour.
- This project is tailored to each participant's English level and pre-test resultsEach participant is placed in classes appropriate to their level. The program consists of two levels in total.
- The average class size is 12, with a maximum of 15 students.
■ Sample class schedule
- Basic classes are 20 hours per weekare conducted from Monday to Friday. (10:00 AM to 2:45 PM, including a 45-minute break)
- In addition to the basic textbook, classes are conducted using a variety of teaching methods and content. To encourage students' interest and active participation.
themes such as art, design, fashion, and communicationare structured around.During classes,discussions, project work,outdoor classesand various other methods are also
conducted.
- Classes cover speaking, listening, reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar, and an overall understanding of the language.
■ Social programs
- In addition to the basic English education program, the institution also offers various social programs.Through the social programs,Participants can make friends from many different countries. Visit various London attractions together with your new friends. By sharing diverse experiences with different people, before you know it, your English speaking skills will have improved significantly!
* Example programs
- Visits to London museums, galleries, exhibitions, and attractions
- Off-site activities (movie screenings and cultural events, etc.)
- Day trips and weekend excursions (Cambridge, Oxford, Bath, Stonehenge, Madrid, Berlin, etc.)
* Participation fees for social programs vary depending on the type.
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■ English requirement ★☆☆☆☆ This project Englishwill be conducted in English. To participate in this project, in addition to basic English training, you will study English across various topics and fields, so experience with studying English and basic knowledge are required to participate.Those who are studying English for the first time may find the classes difficult. Before applying for the project, if you are not confident about your English ability or have difficulties, we offer one-on-one consultations. * KakaoTalk @gapyear or phone consultation 02-318-2553 |
Not Included
- Round-trip airfare
- Individual Travel Insurance
- Other local living expenses
- Accommodation, meals, and airport pickup during the project period
This project is carried outat a language institute affiliated with a prestigious art university in London, UK.the British Counciland is an officially accredited professional English teaching institution by the British CouncilIt is affiliated with the Federation of English Language Teaching Organisations in the UK. It offers a variety of courses to help students preparing for university admission or those interested in art, media, and design learn English more effectively, and students of many nationalities from around the world receive English instruction.
In addition to the professional teachers who provide English instruction, many of the staff who support students are, by background, linguistics or English education majors and therefore have a strong understanding of language teaching. Because of this, they better understand what students find difficult when studying English and treat them with warmth.the fields of art, design, communication, or fashionThey also provide guidance to students who are considering pursuing university studies related to these areas.
| * Average nationality distribution: Japan 27%, China 19%, Thailand 13%, Korea 11%, Taiwan 8%, Brazil 5%, Spain 3%, Colombia 2%, Sweden 2%, Italy 1%.(As of 2018)Students of various nationalities from around the world attend. Nationality proportions may change over time. |
* Accommodationadditional optionscan be chosen according to personal preference, andIf you would like accommodation, we can book accommodation affiliated with the agency for you. Details may vary depending on the option.
1. Homestay
A homestay is an option to live with a host family in a household in London, UK. A homestay, where you can directly experience various aspects of British culture, can become a new opportunity to use English outside the classroom.It is accommodation where international students stay in an ordinary household in the host country to learn the country's culture and language. Living with a family allows you to develop language skills through communication and to understand the lifestyle, values, and cultural practices of the people of that country.
2. House share
A house share is accommodation where international students living abroad live together communally (5–10 people sharing). Depending on the condition of the house, you may choose a private room or share a room with one friend as roommates. Unlike a homestay, it is not a family home; residents share household chores such as meals, cleaning, and laundry with friends. It has the advantage of allowing you to socialize with friends from various countries.
* If you wish to apply for accommodation, please contact us individually.
| Region: United Kingdom, London
London, UK, a city that anyone dreaming of backpacking across Europe wants to visit.the UK'sLondon, the capital and largest city, is the center of politics, economy, culture, and transportation, and is counted among the world’s three great metropolises alongside New York and Tokyo. In fact, as the birthplace of capitalism and the Industrial Revolution, London, together with New York’s Wall Street, serves as the heart of the global financial market.London, a city that has developed for 2,000 years along the Thames, offers glimpses of its past and present throughout the city—from the elegant Buckingham Palace to the stylish London Eye. Additionally, because world-class education and active academic research are available, many people come to London for language study and studying abroad.
* In addition, London has a wide variety of streets, pubs, and parks within the city. There are so many things to introduce that it’s a shame we can’t cover them all! :(
Who can participate
-Aged 18 or olderAny physically healthy person
-London, the city of art and romancePeople who want to learn English with friends of diverse nationalities in London
-Culture and artsPeople who want to learn English in a fun way centered on culture and the arts
-Study leave for studying abroadPeople who want to properly learn English at a prestigious art university in London, UK for study leave
If you're planning a 'gap year for yourself' by temporarily pausing your career, please take note!Study leave programIf you are planning to study English using the study leave program, you can receive a certificate after participating in the project.Our classes are organized around topics in art, fashion, design, and media so you can study English without getting bored. They are also recommended for people who aren’t majors in these fields but want to take a specialized course or create their own portfolio!
■ The minimum participation period for this project is 12 weeks.
■ The cost of this project isat the top of this pagewhere you can easily check the detailed amounts by duration and option.
* For popular projects, there may be no openings, so please apply quickly to secure your spot.
■ Gap Year Mission Scholarship(▶ Learn more)
■ Installment payment information
If you cannot pay in full,make an advance payment of a 500,000 KRW registration feeand pay the remaining balance within two weeks; the date you paid the registration fee will be used as the basis fora process to confirm project participation and check availability and TO. To participate on your preferred dates and duration, securing your spot quickly is important!(Non-refundable once participation is confirmed)
* However, if the start date is imminent, the schedule for paying the remaining balance may vary depending on the situation.
■ Early bird discount andurgent applicationInformation
All gap year projects require normal processing procedures and a gap year preparation period,and we recommend applying at least 3 months before the project start date.and,as a rule, applications should be submitted no later than 2 months prior.However, if there are unavoidable reasons or you need to join a project urgently, you can pay an additional fee for the emergency application service, and we will assist with expedited processing as much as possible.
*최대한 빠른 수속 절차를 도와드리고 있지만 현지기관과의 소통 및 참가 확정을 위한 시간 등 기본적으로 소요되는 시간이 있으며, 모든 절차는 일반 참가자와 동일하게 진행되기 때문에 participants using the emergency application service must actively cooperate with the Korea Gap Year operations teamand are required to do so.
**Applicants who apply at least 180 days before the start date can receive an early bird discount.
***The emergency application service can be selected from the options above. For inquiries about the emergency application service, please contact koreagapyear@gmail.com.
- Provided items:Automatic application for gap year mission and notes / OT materials provided in full immediately upon confirmation of participation / additional emergency staff deployment / support for preparing documents if needed, etc.
*If you have difficulty calculating dates, please refer to the Naver Date Calculator >>Naver Date Calculator - direct link
**Note: For ultra-urgent applications, there may be no available openings depending on local conditions, and subsequent procedures will proceed according to the gap year refund policy.Additionally,any issues arising from a participant's lack of cooperation are the responsibility of the participant.
