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Why study a language abroad?
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There are so many great reasons for choosing to study a language abroad. Here’s what we think are the best five: Immersion, seeing far away places, security and safety, making lots of friends and the opportunity for personal development.If you’re only just starting to consider a language course [...]
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Which Destination?
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Study abroad in a foreign language school should be a fun and very worthwhile experience with lots of added benefits – see and experience different countries and cultures, make lots of new friends and learn a language. But to make sure you have the best possible experience you should carefully [...]
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Which language school?
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Deciding on which particular language school to choose for your study abroad program is a very big decision. You should consider a number of factors to make sure you choose the most suitable one for you, including location, budget, duration, accommodation and reputation.Now that you’ve decided [...]
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Which Language Course?
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Which language course you choose for your study abroad program is just as important, if not more so, than choosing the right study abroad destination. There are many factors which go into making a language course what it is so you need to carefully consider all the variables when choosing which [...]
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Which Accommodation?
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For many language travel students, their study abroad accommodation comes as an afterthought, though it really shouldn’t! Choosing the right type of accommodation can be as important as choosing the right foreign language course so you should start thinking about this early on.How to choose which [...]
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Which start dates and course duration?
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There are many things to consider when you’re thinking about study abroad in a language school – which language to study, which destination to study it in, what type of course, what type of accommodation you want. But before you decide on most of these things you need to decide on your course [...]
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How much should I budget?
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The question on all foreign language students’ lips is ‘How much should I budget?’ and what a good question it is! Unless you have pots of money put away you’re going to have a spending limit, but what should that spending limit be, and what will you have to pay for. We aim to answer all [...]
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Applying & studying abroad in a language school, what’s it like?
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Studying abroad in a language school is something which thousands of students do every year. Here we summarise the process for applying to a language school and talk about what study abroad is like. Study abroad in a language school is something that language students have been doing for [...]
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Do I need a visa? How do I get it?
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In most circumstances when a language travel student wishes to study abroad they will need a study visa in order to be allowed to enter the country for an extended period. A study abroad visa is different and has different rules attached to it than a more general leisure tourist entry visa and [...]
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Do I need international student travel insurance?
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Like buying any other insurance, buying international student travel insurance is often an extra expense you could do without. You’ll no doubt be tempted not to bother with it and wander whether you do in fact need student travel insurance. Well, the answer is ‘YES’, you [...]
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Before you go
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From your passport and student visa to emergency funds, there are several steps for you to take to prepare for your trip abroad.While a language immersion program in a foreign country will be a life changing event, there are several steps that must be taken to prepare properly. From getting your [...]
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What's Your Level?
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So you’ve decided you want to study a language abroad, great! Now before you head off and book your foreign language course you’re going to need to know what level you should be studying. If you get the level wrong you could find the study abroad program is too easy and you’re not learning [...]
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How to Work Abroad and Study a Language?
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Language travel students generally have up to three options available if you want to study abroad and work at the same time. Working whilst you’re studying abroad can bring many benefits, so it’s worth considering studying abroad in a country where you will be allowed to work in some way. Read [...]
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Study abroad tips
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There’s a lot to consider when you’re thinking of studying a language abroad. We have some top tips and recommendations for potential language students, including how to choose the right study abroad destination for you.If your language study abroad journey is only just beginning, you’re [...]
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5 Reasons to Learn English
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English is the official language spoken in 53 of the world’s countries. This is just one reason why you might choose to learn English as a second language and one of our top five reasons to learn English. Top 5 Reasons to Learn English Every [...]
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Top 5 Reasons to Learn Spanish
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Maybe you want to learn Spanish to use your skills on holiday, maybe it would be good for finding employment, or maybe you just want to be immersed in the culture. There are many great reasons as to why you should learn Spanish; here are our top 5 reasons.Top 5 Reasons to Learn SpanishMore and more [...]