Agent Guide 2016
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Agent Guide 2016
WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK W International Agents Workshops WEBA WORLD AGENTS HANDBOOK Agents Workshop Tours 2016 s Tours 2016 Agents (Organization in Charge for the recuritment of students) Phone : +41 79 730 34 73 E-mail : [email protected] www.webaworld.com WEBA World Annual Workshops and Fairs give you the opportunity to meet with top quality recruitments agents from all over the world or to meet and recruit directly students internationally. W WEBA WORLD 25year Anniversary 1988-2013 Welcome to the WEBA Agents Workshops Handbook Within the electronic publication you will find profiles of schools that are attending upcoming events as well as useful articles on education abroad. For more information on our tours and how to register for our events please visit www.webaworld.com . We hope that you will embrace the opportunities on offer from the institutions on our tour and are able to reap the rewards from the offerings from many of the high quality schools. The guide will provide you with information on participating schools and details of our events. We hope to see you soon and wish you every success. Richard Affolter Owner and Executive Director of WEBA Contents Agents Workshops Dates and Location ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 04 College Platon - North America ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . 43 SHML, Hotel School Management School -Switzerland ... ... ... ... 05 Eastern Institute of Technology - New Zealand . ... ... ... ... ... ... . 45 European School of Economics - Italy ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ..07 Oxford International Study Centre - UK ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 47 West Vancouver School District - Canada ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 09 Blake Hall College - UK . ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . 49 HTMi, Hotel & Tourism Management Institute - Switzerland ... .11 Cherwell College Oxford - UK ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 51 BHMS, Business & Hotel Management School - Switzerland ... ... 13 University of New York in Prague - Czech Republic . ... ... ... ... . 53 British Higher School of Art and Design - Russia ... ... ... ... ... ... ..15 Catholic University San Antonio Murcia - Spain ... ... ... ... ... ... . 55 Foxcroft Academy - United States ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 17 Hillcrest Christian College - Australia ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 57 Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College - UK ... ... ... ... .. 19 Lincoln University - USA .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. AVI International ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 21 Wintec - Waikato Institute of Technology - New Zealand . ... ...61 Woodstock School - India ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 23 Surval Montreux - Switzerland ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 63 The European School of Economics - USA ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 25 IMI University Centre - Switzerland ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 65 Jilin University - China ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 27 Cambridge Regional College - UK . ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 67 Girne American University - Cyprus ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 31 Gstaad International School - Switzerland . ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 69 National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University - Russia. ... ... ..33 Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate - UK .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 71 Canadian College - Italy ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .35 Harrow House International College - UK ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 73 The Hong Kong Polytechnic University ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...37 British Institute of Technology & E-commerce - UK . ... ... ... ... 75 Kazan University - Russian Federation ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 39 Wayland Academy - U.S.A ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 77 Wellington High School - New Zealand .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...41 A+ Academy - Canada.. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 79 59 Contents Army and Navy Academy - USA ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 81 University of California, Irvine - United States ... ... ... ... ... 119 Canterbury College - Australia ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 83 Webster University - Austria ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 121 FLS International - USA ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . 85 High Bluff Academy (HBA) ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 123 CATS College - UK ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 87 Xplore Group ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 125 Debrecen University - Hungary ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . 89 Study English in Scotland ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 127 A2Z School of English - UK . ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . 91 Jönköping University - Sweden ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 93 French In Normandy - France ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 95 Institut Monte Rosa - Switzerland ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . 97 Trafalgar Castle School - Canada ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 99 HFS London - UK ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 101 Boston College - United Kingdom ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 103 Carlsbad International School - Czech Republic ... ... ... .... 105 European University - Switzerland ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 107 Fisher College - USA ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 109 fRilingue - Switzerland ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 111 Hesston College - USA ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 113 Institut Monte Rosa - Switzerland ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . 115 Queen Ethelburga’s College - UK ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 117 Agents Workshops 2016 22 - 23 January 2016 4 - 6 February 2016 ( 4 & 5 February ) ( 6 February ) 15 - 17 February 2016 18 - 20 February 2016 23 - 26 February 2016 ( 23 & 24 February ) ( 25 February ) ( 26 February ) 7 - 8 March 2016 10 - 11 March 2016 22 - 23 March 2016 26 - 27 April 2016 15- 17 May 2016 15 May 2016 16 - 17 May 2016 23- 26 May 2016 ( 23 & 24 May ) ( 25 & 26 May ) 4 - 5 June 2016 Hotel Swissotel, Beijing Beijing - China Hotel Le Méridien Dubai & Conference Centre - UAE Hotel Radisson Blu, Istanbul Sisli - Istanbul Hotel Golden Tulip Shuttle, Rome - Italy Hotel Crowne Plaza Geneva - Switzerland Hotel Khreschtyk, Kiev - Ukraine Hotel Novotel Warsaw - Poland Hotel Radisson Blu, Bucharest - Romania Hotel Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 -London Hotel Golden Tulip CDG, Paris - France Hotel Preluna and Spa Conference - Malta Hotel Hilton & Resorts, London - United Kingdom Hotel Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel Radisson Blu - Istanbul Hotel Mexico Meliá México Reforma - Mexico Hotel Radisson Royal Bogata - Colombia Hotel Crown Plaza Convention Center, Denver - USA W WEBA WORLD 25year Anniversary 1988-2013 Agents Workshops 2016 6 - 10 June 2016 ( 6 & 7 June ) ( 8 June ) ( 9 June ) ( 10 June ) 5 - 6 September 2016 6 - 8 September 2016 ( 6 September) ( 7 September ) ( 8 September ) 14 - 17 September 2016 ( 14 & 15 September) ( 16 September) 9 - 10 October 2016 19 - 20 October 2016 20 - 21 October 2016 24 - 25 October 2016 25 - 27 November 2016 ( 25 November) (26 November) 6 - 7 December 2016 Hotel Olympik, Prague - Czech Republic Hotel Danubius Gellért, Budapest - Hungary Hotel Chamartin, Madrid - Spain Hotel Golden Tulip, Rome - Italy Hotel Hilton London Wembley, London - UK Hotel Khreschtyk, Kiev - Ukraine Hotel Sheraton - Warsaw Hotel Ramada, Bucharest - Romania Almaty - Kazakhstan, The Dostyk Hotel Hotel The Dostyk Hotel, Almaty - Kazakhstan Hotel Holiday Inn, Tbilisi - Georgia Hotel Swissotel, Beijing - China Hotel Stratosphere, Las Vegas - USA Hotel Golden Tulip Rome - Italy Hotel Albergo Losone, Locarno - Switzerland Southeast Asia Agents Workshops Hotel Royal Kuningan, Jakarta - Indonesia Hotel Park Royal, Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia Hotel Heston Hyde, London - UK W WEBA WORLD 25year Anniversary 1988-2013 www.shml.ch 05 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Swiss College Of Hospitality Management Lenk SHML - Switzerland SHML, Switzerland's First "Boutique" Hotel Management School Situated in the safe and magnificent mountain resort of Lenk, SHML is the first "boutique" educational concept owned and managed by Swiss nationals, mostly graduated from Lausanne Hotel School, who earned distinctive marks as international hoteliers. Academic programs have been prepared by hoteliers for hoteliers, to respond to today's international hoteliers' needs and customers expectations. Partnership with distinguished hotel groups have been established to offer students the opportunity to succeed in their internship placement and career planning. At SHML, students live, study and practice in a fully operational hotel and restaurant environment and continuously interact with owners, partners, lecturers, staff and real customers. SHML "boutique" concept is unique as it offers students with : - Small classes - Personalised education Rawilstrasse 23 - High attention to students - Intensive & high standard Under-/Post Graduate Programs - Special preparation for high quality internships - Lecturers live on campus and are easily accessible Rawilstrasse 23 CH-3775 Lenk Tel : +41 33 736 33 35 Fax : +41 33 736 33 30 E-mail : [email protected] Web : www.shml.ch 06 www.eselondon.ac.uk 07 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS European School of Economics - Italy The European School of Economics (ESE) is a private College of Higher Education in international business, offering unique bachelor, master, MBA, and certificate programmes at its centres in London, New York, Rome, Milan, Florence and Madrid. ESE graduates are among the most competitive business professionals on the market, prepared for leadership roles in international marketing, finance, communication and management. Contact : Cae tana Piscicelli 8/9 Grosvenor Place, SW1X7SH London - UK Tel : 0039 34 75 463 695 08 www.westvanintl.ca 09 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA West Vancouver School District - Canada Located between the mountains and ocean, West Vancouver is the most beautiful and affluent residential area in the Greater Vancouver Region, the world’s most desirable place to live. West Vancouver School District has been an internationally recognized International Student Program since 1982. All of our 17 schools; 14 elementary schools and 3 secondary schools, are fully accredited and equipped with the most up to date technology and facilities in the province of British Columbia. West Vancouver students earn the highest percentage of Provincial Government Scholarships in the province. We offer IB, AP and 4 different sports academies for students. Whether you come to improve English or to graduate with a Dogwood diploma, West Vancouver School District offers the best quality and the ultimate choices with access to college and university. We welcome both short term and full year students at elementary. Contact : Ms. Maureen Smiley 1075 21 Street, West Vancouver, B.C. V7V 4A9 Canada Tel : 1 604 981 1299 Fax : 1 604 925 2033 skype : maureen.smiley 10 www.htmi.ch 11 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS HTMi Hotel & Tourism Management Institute - Switzerland HTMi the School of International Hotel and Tourism Management is located in beautiful Central Switzerland in 2 typically Swiss hotels with a high quality study environment reflecting the best qualities of safe, beautiful and rich culture of Swiss life. Programs offered are : 2.5 years Higher Diploma in International Hotel & Tourism Management 3 years BSc (Honours) Degree in International Hotel & Tourism Management 1 year Advance Diploma in European Bakery & Pastry Arts (Awarded by University of Ulster, UK) 1 year Postgraduate Diploma in International Hotel & Tourism Management 1 year Postgraduate Diploma in Events Management 1 year MBA in Hospitality Management 1 year MSc in Hospitality & Tourism Management (Awarded by Edinburgh Napier University, UK) Our Academic programmes, whether Undergraduate or Postgraduate, are of the highest internationally recognized standards and combine theoretical education with guaranteed practical training for 5 – 6 months each year with earnings of CHF 2180 – 2400 Swiss Francs Gross per month. HTMi is a challenging environment academically as study time is intensive. However, students also have access to a variety of world class recreational facilities on-campus during their spare time like a mini cinema, gymnasium, Swimming pool, sauna/ solarium, student lounge, wireless Internet access amongst other conveniences which invite to relax. All graduating students receive assistance through our Centre for Career Management which is connecting them with leading International Hotel Companies from UK/ USA/ Europe/ Middle East that visit our campus 2 times each year for recruitment. Hotel Campus Mariental Panorama, 6174 Soerenberg, Kanton Luzern, Central Switzerland. Tel : +41 41 488 11 25 Fax : +41 41 488 23 44 E-mail : [email protected] 12 www.bhms.ch 13 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS BHMS (Business & Hotel Management School) - Switzerland BHMS Business & Hotel Management School is part of Benedict Education Group, one of Switzerland’s largest and oldest private education institutions. Benedict is one of Europe’s largest language school and educates hundreds of international students in German language at one of its 4 Swiss campuses. BHMS is amongst the leading hotel management schools in Switzerland located in the beautiful city of Lucerne and offers Swiss Diploma, Swiss Higher Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, Culinary Management & Post Graduate Diplomas in Hotel and Hospitality Management as well as in Global Management. In addition, BHMS offers a joint MBA program with the City University of Seattle in two specializations; Global Management and Hospitality Management. BHMS is certified by eduQua (Swiss Association for Quality & Management Systems) and affiliated with the highly-ranked Robert Gordon University, UK, in granting BA Degree in Hotel & Hospitality Management. BHMS Culinary Management Program is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Baselstrasse 57, CH-6003 Luzern American Culinary Federation Foundation. Switzerland Tel : +41 41 248 70 70 Included in every academic year, a period of 6 months of assured paid industry Fax : +41 41 248 70 04 training in Switzerland. E-mail : [email protected] 14 www.britishdesign.ru 15 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA British Higher School of Art and Design - Russia The British Higher School of Art and Design ( Moscow ) was established in 2003 to teach and train local and international students according to the standards of the leading education programmes in the art & design world. The British Higher School of Art and Design is one of the most important educational centres in Russia. BHSAD works in close partnership with School of the Creative Arts of the University of Hertfordshire in the UK and specialises in professional education in various creative fields. The British Higher School of Art and Design offers the unique opportunity to study in Russia and obtain a British degree. Studies at the British Higher School of Art and Design are complete degrees, fully validated by the University of Hertfordshire. Member Of: British Design and Art Direction (D&AD), International Council of Graphic Design Associations ICOGRADA, Interior Educators Association and International Interior Design Contact : Alexander Avramov 10 Nizhnyaya Syromyatnicheskaya St., building 3 Moscow 105120, Russia Tel / Fax : +7 495 640 30 15 16 www.foxcroftacademy.org 17 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Foxcroft Academy - United States Established in 1823, Foxcroft Academy is an independent day and boarding high school in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine. FA’s student body comprises approximately 350 local day students and 100 boarding students hailing from 12 different nations. The Academy’s extensive standards-based curriculum includes 10 accredited Advanced Placement courses, 21 Visual and Performing Arts courses, 24 offerings in Technical Education, 5 World Language programs, 10 Computer Science options, and comprehensive Special Education services. Foxcroft Academy’s 21 varsity athletic teams have combined to win 17 state championships. Foxcroft Academy’s campus is located on 125 acres comprising playing fields, two large student dormitories, a main academic complex, and a number of annexes. The campus borders the Piscataquis River one mile west of the center of Dover-Foxcroft on Route 15, formerly the stage route between Bangor and Greenville. An hour’s drive from Mt. Katahdin, Moosehead Lake, and Baxter State Park, Dover-Foxcroft is surrounded by lakes, mountains, rivers and woods. The Academy boasts a safe and friendly learning environment with plenty to do before, during and after school. An experienced and supportive faculty challenge and motivate students both in and out of the classroom, as we believe learning goes beyond the classroom walls! Academic support includes a strong advisor system, peer tutoring, special study options, and one-on-one conferences with teachers. Foxcroft Academy students are involved in all aspects of school life, whether that be in music, athletics, dance, clubs, classes, or theater. Member of : TABS, NAIS, AISAP, NEASC Contact : Christopher McGary 975, West Main St. Dover-Foxcroft, United States Tel : +12 075 64 86 64 18 ww.wlc.ac.uk 19 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College (EHWLC) - UK Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College (EHWLC) is committed to providing high quality education, training and related services and promoting participation in lifelong learning. Hundreds of international students choose Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College as their place of study every year. EHWLC is recognized for its wide range of courses that include language support and its excellent facilities. EHWLC offers much more to students. Studying in this College will help students gain a whole range of skills and experiences that will prepare them for the next step, whether it is progressing within education or employment. Programmes are delivered from the four campuses in Hammersmith, Ealing, Southall and Acton. The College provides high quality teaching, innovative community contacts, invaluable employer links and excellent teaching facilities and support for all its students. Contact : Catherine Vines Gliddon Road, Barons Court W14 9BL London, UK Tel : +44 20 75 65 12 46 E-mail : [email protected] 20 www.avi-international.com 21 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA AVI International - France AVI International provides comprehensive travel insurance plans for international students, trainees/interns as well as to those who go to language schools. They include such benefits as medical care, family reunion in case of student hospitalization in the host country, accidental death and disability compensations, personal effects insurance and third party liability. UNLIMITED medical evacuation and repatriation are included. Our alarm centre works 24/7 with multilingual staff. Our heritage from 30 years in insuring young people who for the first time in their lives deal with insurance coverage. Our plans are underwritten by ACE an A+ Standard and Poors rated insurance company. We insure 80 000+ students worldwide with over 350 agents from 45 different countries. Contact : Robin Laurence 106/108 rue La Boétie Paris 75008, France Tel : +33 1 44 63 51 04 Fax : +33 1 40. 80 41 57 E-mail: laurence.robin@ avi-international.com 22 www.woodstockschool.in 23 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Woodstock School - India Woodstock School is widely recognised as a leading educational institution in Asia, impacting the world from its Indian Himalayan context. Our diverse student body and talented staff are drawn from many nations. Our educational approach strives to be relevant, innovative and inspiring, built upon values which have anchored the school for more than 150 years. We strive to graduate self-directed and reflective young people with a passion and curiosity for life, equipped for leadership and influence throughout the world. Through highly engaged staff, and with the support of worldwide networks of alumni and partner institutions, Woodstock aims to be a beacon of excellence in India and beyond – holding out a uniquely effective educational vision of hope and possibility. Contact : Marney Lewis Mussoorie 248179 India Tel : +91 (0)135 661 5167 E mail : [email protected] 24 www.ese.edu 25 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS The European School of Economics - USA We’re a private college of higher education that offers a wide array of business and finance courses in six beautiful and cosmopolitan campuses. Students can enroll in the MBA, masters, bachelors, and even mid-career certificate programs and prepare themselves for the business world of tomorrow. That’s why some of our most popular programs are in marketing, finance, management, and communications, each of which take on a distinctly international focus. Students have what’s known as the “ESE Advantage.” They can customize their programs by focusing on the fashion and music industries or in important fields like human resources. Not to mention the fact that they can test out their new-found knowledge in internships at more than 1,500 corporations across the globe. The ESE is dedicated to educating the next generation of world leaders. We are a fully accredited school because of our affiliation with England’s University of Buckingham, which validates the degrees we confer on our students. We also have the stamp of approval from the British Accreditation Council as well. Member Of: BAC Contact : Alessandro Nomellini 725, Fifth Avenue, 19th Floor, NYC NY 10033 New York City - USA E mail : [email protected] Tel : 001 (212)759-1000 26 www.en.jlu.edu.cn 27 Jilin University - China WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS Jilin University (JLU) is a leading national university under the direct jurisdiction of the Ministry of Education of China. Located in Changchun, the capital city of Jilin Province in Northeastern China, the University has eight campuses in six districts which are home to forty-three colleges covering thirteen academic disciplines, including philosophy,economics, law, literature, education, history, science, engineering, agriculture,medicine, management, Jilin University- China military science and arts. The University boasts 6 national key laboratories, and 8 national bases for the development of basic science. Other resources include 5 research bases for humanities and social sciences, 9 key laboratories sponsored by the Ministry of Education and 14 by other ministries of Chinese government. JLU offers a variety of degree programs. It has now 124 undergraduate programs, 311 master\'s degree program, 240 doctoral degree programs, and 37 post-doctoral programs. The year of 2012 saw the enrollment of a total of 68,000-odd full time students among whom more than 25,000 are graduate students. At present there are 6,540 faculty members, with 20 members of Chinese Academy of Science and/or Chinese Academy of Engineering, and 1,638 full professors. This dedicated education community is a guarantee of excellence in teaching and research. For years, the University has been playing a major role Contact : Li WANG 109# Youyi Hotel, 2699# Qianjin Street, Changchun- China Tel : +86-431-85166885 E-mail : [email protected] 28 www.en.jlu.edu.cn in the educational, cultural and economic life of Northeast Region of China. In the beginning decade of the new century, the University is committed to achieving the status as one of the leading institutions for higher education well known in China and around the world. Jilin University- China Facilities include, first of all, a fast gigabit computer network. Optic fiber cables connect all the campuses together, and over 20,000 computers are hooked up to the network. Faculty, staff and students can have easy access to the internet/intranet anywhere - in classrooms, dormitories or at home, enjoying online education and online office automation. There are more than fifty multimedia classrooms and language learning audiovisual classrooms, ten of which are reserved for international students. Special attention has been paid to the construction of 20 basic science laboratories. The University Library claims a collection of 6.59 million books and is designated as the library of UNESCO, UNIDO and World Bank. It also serves as the Comprehensive Information Center of Liberal Arts of the Ministry of Education , the only Foreign Scientific Text Book Center in Northeast China, and the National Humanities and Social Science Higher Education Books Import Center. It is one of the seven centers of China Academic Library and Information System (CALIS) Center in Northeast China. 29 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS Every campus has a gymnasium, a stadium, and arenas for basketball, volleyball, table tennis and artistic gymnastics. The Nanling Campus Stadium, with grass soccer field surrounded by standard synthetic racetracks, can seat 10,000 persons; there are also well-lit synthetic floored tennis courts. Jilin University- China Jilin University has established worldwide exchange and cooperation ties with more than 150 universities, colleges, and research institutes in 31 countries/districts. . Over 1,500 foreign students are currently enrolled in Jilin University. Life for International students is pleasant. Dormitory rooms are furnished with nice furniture, TV-set, telephone and network terminals. There are reading rooms, cyber-café, tearoom and fitness room in the building. Each year, the University hosts many academic and cultural events including seminars, forums, speech competitions and, performances on various topics and subjects. 400 student groups and organizations enrich campus life with colorful activities. Contact : Li WANG 109# Youyi Hotel, 2699# Qianjin Street, Changchun- China Tel : +86-431-85166885 E-mail : [email protected] 30 www.gau.edu.tr 31 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Girne American University - Cyprus Girne American University (GAU) was established in 1985 as the first University in Cyprus. GAU is truly an international univeristy and our students have the unique opportunity to study abroad, transfer from one GAU campus to another, experience many different cultures, and make life-long friends with students from all over the world. GAU is distinguished by our American-style higher education, which allows students to study at their own pace but also encourages them to meet their potential and achieve their dreams. In the classroom there is an emphasis on interaction, teamwork, and research in an effort to create the next generation of effective communicators and critical thinkers. GAU welcomes students as a partner in the educational experience by offering internationally recognized degree programs at the undergraduate, Master and PhD level. Through our Study Abroad Program, GAU students can further enhance their education by studying at our range of campuses in Cyprus, the UK, Singapore and the USA. Children and young adults wishing to improve their English Language skills whilst having lost of fun can also join our Summer School programs. These programs are available to different age groups at our Cyprus, United Kingdom and Singapore campuses. GAU has taken a prime place amongst other internationally recognized universities and offers students a fantastic educational experience. With the motto “Three Continents One University” GAU provides students with the very best foundatoin to pursue their chosen career in any part of the world. Member Of: EFMD, IAU Contact : Dr. Asim Vehbi University Drive, Girne Northern Cyprus Tel : +90 392 650 2000 E-mail : [email protected] 32 www.iie.tpu.ru / www.tpu.ru 33 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University - Russia Being the oldest engineering higher school in the Asian part of Russia, Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU) has produced generations of graduates who have gone on to become leaders in all areas of society and industry. Today, we are striving to acquire and elevate the best research and education practices accumulated in the national and international academic community. We are confident that the creative and practical approach to studies and research will contribute to our further endeavors. Academic traditions established by enthusiastic innovators of industry have paved the pathway for TPU graduates to becoming top quality engineers and efficient managers. Today we have good reasons to think that Tomsk Polytechnic University as a National Research University of Resource-Efficient Technologies has chosen the most reliable and forthright way to success. Contact : Margarita V. Mezhibovskaya 115 years of glorious history 30, Lenin Avenue, 150, 000 engineers for success and wealth of Russia Tomsk, 634050 Russia Tel/Fax : +7 (3822) 563-304 Email : [email protected] 34 www.canadiancollegeitaly.com 35 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Canadian College - Italy Canadian College Italy is Canada’s first high school in Italy. CCI is a co-educational boarding high school that offers grades 10 - 12 in an academically rigorous curriculum, in a semester format, for students aged 15-18 years of age. CCI is located in the beautiful town of Lanciano and was founded in 1995. The school provides a unique high quality English-language based educational experience that prepares students for success in their university studies. CCI prides itself on its excellent student achievement and graduates have accepted offers and received scholarships from a variety of universities throughout Canada, the U.S.A., the U.K., Australia and Europe. Contact : Davide D'Alessandro 59 Macamo Ct (Via Cavour 13) Maple Italy Tel : +905 5087108 E-mail : [email protected] 36 www.polyu.edu.hk/fb 37 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Faculty of Business The Faculty of Business at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is one of the top business schools in the Asia-Pacific region. Our core value is Innovation Driven Education and Scholarship (IDEAS) which are translated into a range of well-designed academic programmes and cutting-edge application-oriented research. Triple accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the areas of accounting, finance, logistics, management, marketing and transport. Our research has been ranked 60th in the world and 2nd in Hong Kong (The UTD Top 100 World Rankings of Business Schools based on Research Contribution 2007 - 2011). Contact : Dr. Alison Lloyd 9/F, Li Ka Shing Tower, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom Hong Kong. Tel : (852) 3400 3564 38 www.kpfu.ru 39 WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Kazan (Volga region) federal university - Russian Federation Founded in 1804, Kazan University is the second oldest classic university in the Russian Federation. An internationally acknowledged center of academic excellence, it is routinely listed among top 10 institutions of higher education in the country. The main center of higher education for a vast region, KFU today employs more than 3,200 faculty members and trains over 47,000 students, who follow 260 major degree programs on the basis of 19 Institutes, 2 faculties and 4 branches in nearest cities. KFU is the only Russian higher education institution which has enough housing units to accommodate all students who can choose from 26 comfortable dormitories. KFU continues to serve as a leading national research center which is supported by 33 newly opened modern laboratories and five research sectors in Economics, Electrosynthesis of Aromatic Compounds, Applied Radiophysics and Applied Mathematical Modeling. State-of-the-art equipment has been bought for new research laboratories in physics), chemistry (6), biology (7), biomedicine (2), geology (6) and ecology (4). Member of American Association for Higher Education Accreditation, American Educational Research Association, EURAS, Association of University Administrators, Global University Network for Innovation – GUNI Contact : Chulpan Gazieva 18 Kremlevskaya st., 420008 Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia Tel : +7 (843) 292-76-00 40 www.wellingtonhigh.com / www.whs.school.nz 41 WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Wellington High School - New Zealand Wellington High School is the only, co-educational, non-uniform school in central Wellington. There are 1000 students at Wellington High, of whom 60 are international students. Established in 1886, this innovative and vibrant school has a long history of welcoming international students starting with Colombo Plan students in the 1960s. Currently there are students from China, Japan, Germany, Fiji, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Chile, Brazil, the US, Belgium and Austria. Wellington High School offers a varied choice of subjects, high quality teaching, small classes, tailored programmes and excellent facilities. We are well known for our strengths in technology, art and design, music and IT. Our homestay parents are kind, inclusive and experienced. Students can participate in many different sports, arts, music and cultural groups and join outdoor or cultural trips within New Zealand and overseas. Contact : Maria Walker 249 Taranaki Street, New Zealand E mail : [email protected]/ [email protected] Tel : +64 4 385 8911 X 897 WellingtonHighSchoolInternationalStudents 42 www.collegeplaton.com 43 WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA College Platon - North America College Platon is a co-educational, multicultural private language school dedicated to the highest standard of linguistic instruction while maintaining the most reasonable tuition fees in North America. College Platon was founded 56 years ago with a guiding mission that learning languages, particularly English, is a fundamental key to higher learning and to securing a career in a global economy. Moreover, integral to this philosophy that education is not a prerogative of the elite and that education should be financially accessible. College Platon is committed to providing a high-quality, academically comprehensive curriculum with the most effective and efficient learning instruction. College Platon students can expect a positive and engaging academic atmosphere. While at College Platon, students will benefit from the support of its staff and instructors who are committed and dedicated assuring a students’ progress in learning languages. College Platon has assisted students from all over the world in their pursuit of the language proficiency needed to reach their educational goals, careers, or simply for self-improvement. College Platon embraces students from every Continent where often their experience here is the vehicle in forging lifelong friendships. Our Courses Intensive English/French Course Semi-Intensive English/French Course Evening English/French Course 28 languages in a group and private lesson New sessions start on the first Monday of each month. 4521 Park Avenue Montreal, Quebec H2V 4E4 College Platon is the sole test centre for the MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) accepted both by McGill and Concordia University. MELAB is an alternate proficiency test to TOEFL. Tel Fax: E mail : [email protected] : (514) 281-1016 : (514) 281 -6275 44 www.eit.ac.nz 45 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS Eastern Institute of Technology - New Zealand EIT is a New Zealand government institute in sunny Hawke’s Bay offering a wide range of programmes from English language to degrees and post-graduate degrees. Our practical based programmes provide students with the right qualifications, skills and experience within industry to get a job in their chosen career. Small class sizes allow for EIT’s highly experienced and qualified staff to provide students with individualised attention and support in order to guide them to success. Hawke’s Bay offers a relaxed lifestyle with a Mediterranean type climate and easy access to world class wineries, extensive cycle trails, stunning beaches, forests and rivers for outdoor adventure. 501 Gloucester Street Taradale, Napier 4142 Hawke’s Bay E mail : [email protected] Tel : +64 69 748 902 46 www.oxintstudycentre.com / www.oict.co.uk 47 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS Oxford International Study Centre - UK Oxford International Study Centre is in the heart of the University city of Oxford, and welcomes students from all over the world . OISC is accredited by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), has a UKBA HTS licence . The teachers at OISC are from leading universities, including Oxford and Cambridge. We have excellent contacts with Oxford University, and many of our programmes are taught in the University. At Oxford International Corporate Training (OICT) we provide professional training for companies and organisations . The tailor-made programmes include banking, law, energy, education, and intercultural communications. 7, St Aldates Oxford OX1 1BS Tel Fax : +44 (1865) 201009 : +44 (1865) 201006 48 www.blakehallcollege.co.uk 49 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS Blake Hall College - UK "Blake Hall College is situated in the centre of London with easy access to all best parts of the city. Through the University of Greenwich, our partner, we offer degrees in Business, Tourism Management and Computing. We also offer professional accounting qualifications through ACCA and CIMA. If you are starting your formal education, then you can start by studying the Edexcel BTEC Higher National Diplomas in Tourism, Business or Computing, giving you direct access to our degree programmes. We have the highest accreditation possible from the Quality Assurance Agency and have been awarded Highly Trusted Status by the UK Immigration Services." Former Dock Offices Surrey Quays Road London SE16 2XU E mail : [email protected] Tel : +44 (0) 20 7252 2033 blakehallcollege 50 www.cherwell-college.co.uk 51 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS Cherwell College Oxford - UK Cherwell College Oxford is different: Pre-University ethos based on the tutorial system practised by the universities of Oxford and Cambridge. ISI report-May 2013 “The quality of the curriculum, teaching and learners’ achievements is excellent. Assessment and reporting are robust and students understand what they must do to achieve their targets. The college has an excellent record of university placement. Students are encouraged to become independent learners, supported by a high standard of one-to-one teaching, workshops and clinics Assessment and reporting are robust and students understand what they must do to achieve their targets. The college has an excellent record of university placement. ” Tutors at Cherwell include academics, teachers, engineers and scientists, many of whom are Oxbridge graduates and tutoring is focused on a student’s needs as an individual to enable progress to a Russell Group University or a leading international university. Cantay House – Administration, Oxford OX1 1JD Tel: 01865 242670 Frewin Court - Study Centre, Oxford OX1 3HZ (adjacent Oxford Union) E mail : secretary@ cherwell-college-oxford.co.uk Tel : 08165 242670 +44 (0) 1865 242670 52 www.unyp.cz 53 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS University of New York in Prague - Czech Republic THINK EXCLUSIVE University of New York in Prague in cooperation with State University of New York is a highly prestigious school. Its added value lies in the fact that our professors can transfer their theoretical skills to real situations in the work environment, as part of both Bachelor and Master studies (B.Sc, B.A., M.A., MBA, Ph.D). As the only international university, University of New York is the best destination for study abroad in Prague, offering two versions of the Bachelor program diploma (Czech and American). UNYP has almost 1,000 alumni all over the world. There are over 90 instructors from 16 different countries. The majority of instructors are native English speakers. Contact UNYP to find out which of our programs best suits your needs. Legerova 72 120 00 Praha Czech Republic E mail : [email protected] Tel : 224 221 281 / 224 221 261 54 international.ucam.edu 55 WEBA - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA - AGENTS UCAM Catholic University Saint Anthony of Murcia - Spain UCAM is a private Catholic university with 17 years of history and more than 11.000 students that located on the XVII century Jerónimos Monastery where infrastructures and labs provide UCAM’s students excellent facilities to learn practical skills. Its teaching method is based on a personalized attention with reduced students per classes and a personal tutor for each student. Besides, UCAM also offers a modern system of distance teaching. This makes UCAM has a special environment to enhance students learning experience. UCAM offers 25 prominent European official graduations, 35 Master programs, 17 PhD programs and other prestigious titles. Undergraduate programs were available at Polytechnic school, Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty of Business and Legal Studies, Faculty of Nursing, Faculty of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences, and Faculty of Social Sciences and Communications. Master programs are offered under Masters in Health Sciences, Masters in Social Sciences, Masters in Engineering, and Masters in Physical Activity and Sports Science. Please kindly visit international.ucam.edu for further information. nº 135, Guadalupe 30107 (Murcia) - Spain E mail : [email protected] Tel : +34 968 278 786 +62 21 2933 8925 Indonesia +65 9732 9232 Singapore 56 www.hillcrest.vic.edu.au 57 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Hillcrest Christian College - Australia For 30 years Hillcrest has educated students by offering a comprehensive and diverse curriculum, such that its graduates have had the option of pursuing careers in a range of areas like medicine, law, education commerce, graphic design, dance or IT. All academic subjects, such as Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Specialist Mathematics and English Literature are offered at Hillcrest, as well as a combination of diverse subjects such as Psychology, Accounting, Business Management, Equestrian, Visual Communication & Design, Drama and others. Hillcrest also boasts an impressive physical environment in terms of vastness, appearance and sustainability. The 138 acre property includes a dedicated 25-acre Environmental Reserve and 20-acre Equestrian Centre. The Environmental Reserve includes lakes, bird hides and trails. The Equine Centre has 3 ménages, a polo field and is home to over 30 horses. Additional facilities include a 500 seat Theatre & stage, Discovery Centre, IT Suites, Science Laboratories, Creative Arts & Design Centre, Equestrian Training Centre and a Double Basketball Gymnasium. Hillcrest Christian College is situated close to Monash University, Berwick Campus in Melbourne, Victoria. Hillcrest is about 40 minutes from the centre of Melbourne. International students can choose to pursue their higher education after they have successfully completed their Victoria Certificate of Education (VCE) at Hillcrest. International Students may enrol in the Total Integration program or under the School Visitation program. In the Total Integration program, international students attend classes with the local students and English Language development is provided by the ESL teacher where required. Alternatively, international students may choose to attend Hillcrest under the School Visitation program that can run from a fortnight to a term in duration. Hillcrest offers Homestay to our International Students with families from the College. The homestay families extend their care to the student as if they are part of the family. All homestay families have been carefully reviewed and selected based on guidelines set by Independent Schools Victoria. Careful planning has seen Hillcrest consciously adopted long-term academic and pastoral strategies, to see all students not only succeed but thrive. Contact : Mrs Judy Cheah 975, West Main St. Dover-Foxcroft, United States Call : +61 39 702 2144 Fax : +61 39 702 2155 E mail : [email protected] [email protected] 58 www.lincolnuca.edu 59 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Lincoln University - USA Lincoln University, California is an independent, private, non-profit educational institution founded in 1919. Its beautiful historic building is located in a business and transportation hub of the San Francisco Bay Area. The campus is close to all forms of public transportation. Degree programs offered: Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Administration, and Bachelor of Science (BS) in Diagnostic Imaging. The noncredit Intensive Academic English Preparation (IAEP) is available for international students who wish to improve their English language proficiency necessary for successful academic studies. Contact : Dr. Mikhail Bradsky 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA 94612 United States Call : +1-510-628-8010 Fax : +1-510-628-8012 E mail : [email protected] [email protected] 60 www.wintec.ac.nz 61 E mail : WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Wintec - Waikato Institute of Technology - New Zealand Wintec is located in the dynamic, multicultural city of Hamilton, home to over 46,000 tertiary students every year. Utilizing the latest technology, practical learning and real work place experience, Wintec equips our students with relevant skills and internationally recognized qualifications that meet the needs of all students, regardless of their country of origin or culture. Our programmes, from Certificate to Diploma to Bachelor and Master Degrees, are developed in association with respected industry specialists. The result is an inspirational approach to learning that’s not just about theory - it’s practical and relevant to today’s global marketplace. Wintec has three main campuses with 24 hour computer and internet access and some of the best purpose-built training facilities in the country. Our highly qualified tutors are industry experienced and actively involved in research, development and technology transfer. Our Centre for Languages programmes are designed to improve English language skills for entry into a Degree programme. Certified IELTS examiners are on our staff and class sizes are small. At Wintec, we take very good care of our international students. From the moment they arrive in New Zealand, our dedicated International Centre is here to provide all the help and support they need. Contact : Inde Chandra Private Bag 3036, Waikato Mail Centre, Hamilton 3240 Call : +64 (0)7 834 8800 ext 3024 Fax : +647 858 7513 E mail : [email protected] 62 www.surval.ch 63 E mail : WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Surval Montreux - Switzerland Surval Montreux, a small boarding school for girls 12/13 to 19, is set in a stunning location above Montreux, overlooking Lake Geneva and the mountains. Warm family atmosphere, fully international community, high level of individual support. Small class sizes. Further options include etiquette and cookery. SATS and TOEFL preparation. Extensive academic, cultural and sporting activities and opportunities for international travel. Foundation year, ages 12/13 to 14; broad ranging course preparing girls for either the British or American programmes. British programme: ages 13-18, leading to IGCSE, AS and Advanced Levels American programme: Grades 8-12, leading to High School Graduation Diploma Liberal Arts, an inspirational GAP year programme including setting up a charity, running a business, four languages, debating and a wide range of cultural courses. Summer Camp for girls 10-17, with intensive language, sporting and fun activities and excursions. Winter Camp at Andermatt in January Contact : Mrs Penelope Penney 56 Route de Glion, CH-1820 Montreux Call : 021 966 16 16 Fax : 021 966 16 17 E mail : [email protected] 64 www.imi-luzern.com 65 E mail : WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA IMI University Centre - Switzerland IMI University Centre in Switzerland is a unique, private, International Management Institute founded in 1991. Our International Hospitality courses in Hotel, Event, Restaurant, European Culinary and Tourism management at undergraduate level, are all validated by Manchester Metropolitan University in the UK as well as a prestigious MBA in International Hospitality Management. As of January 2014 we will be offering MAs in Event and Tourism Management and the exciting new Luzern MBA with a choice of four specialisations in addition to brand new undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Global Business Management. We have deliberately remained small, with a maximum of 220 students per semester. This way our students can be assured of a highly personalised and individual approach to their learning. All programmes are in English, but you can also learn French, Spanish and German as part of the syllabus. A qualification from IMI is a stamp of excellence on any CV and will ensure that you are top of the pile for those first important interviews. The combination of quality academic teaching, Swiss practical training, excellent industry contacts and breathtaking scenery are a recipe for success. Our graduates can be found in Senior Management positions all around the Globe. Their success shows that to reach the top it pays to start at the top. IMI or ICI 6047 Kastanienbaum - Luzern CH - Switzerland Call : +41 41 349 64 00 Fax : +41 41 349 64 44 E mail : [email protected] 66 www.camre.ac.uk 67 E mail : WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Cambridge Regional College - UK Cambridge Regional College is a State College of Further Education with over 15,000 students studying courses in the following subjects: The Arts Business and Administration Computing and IT Engineering Hairdressing Media Music Public and Uniformed Services Sports Studies Beauty Therapy Catering, Hospitality & Front of House Construction Environmental Sustainability Health, Social Care and Childcare Media Make up Performing Arts Science Travel and Tourism English courses are available all year round and students can start any time during the academic year. English courses cover English for work (eg. business, law, science, etc), academic purposes, preparation for IELTS and English plus other subjects. A levels, University Foundations, higher education diplomas and training courses start in September, January or April. Cambridge Regional College Kings Hedges Road Cambridge CB4 2QT Tel : 01223 226335 Fax : 01223 226391 Email : [email protected] 68 www.gstaadschool.ch 69 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Gstaad International School - Switzerland Situated in the stunning village of Gstaad overlooking the Swiss alps, Gstaad International School is a boarding school for boys and girls 13 - 19, specialising in the provision of an exclusive high quality boarding school education set within a unique, intimate and nurturing environment. Gstaad International School offers an international curriculum consisting of the official Cambridge programmes IGCSE and A Levels, in addition to the American High School Diploma and Foundation Year. The school also offers a Summer Programme that is designed for students who are eager to learn, have fun and meet peers from all over the world. The school combines academic excellence with an outstanding range of opportunities beyond the classroom. The focus is firmly on ensuring an all-round education through a rigorous curriculum, tailored to individual student needs. The world-class local sporting facilities, ranging from ski slopes and cross country tracks to tennis, football and swimming and the extra-curricular activities and trips develops students’ cultural understanding and leisure pursuits. The combination of focused academic work with fresh Alpine air and exercise achieves a sense of balance and well-being which invigorates and inspires our students to achieve their full potential. Contact : Peter Hewitt 56 Route de Glion Montreux, Switzerland Call : +41 21 966 16 16 70 www.qe.org 71 E mail : WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate - UK Situated near York under 2 hours from London, we take boarding students from 6 – 18 years old who are prepared for GSCE, A level examinations & BTEC. Our superb boarding accommodation is probably the best in Europe and the 6th Form students have en-suite apartment style accommodation, kitchen/lounge area and plasma TV’s, music centre, safe. All our bedrooms on the campus are en-suite and there are 2 or 3 students in each room. We have excellent sports facilities with a large Sports Hall, 25 metre Swimming Pool with Jacuzi and Sauna, Grass and Astroturf sport pitches, new gym with state of the art equipment and tennis courts. A superb Equestrian Centre where students can bring their own horse or have riding lessons. Our campus is set in a walled estate and covered by CCTV cameras. Queen Ethelburga’s is the top independent co-educational school in the North for A level passes. 66.6% of students passed at Grade A*/A and 93% at A*/B in June 2012. Students can also study the BTEC vocational courses . Many students gain entry to top universities including Oxford, Cambridge, LSE and Kings College London. Our class sizes are small. All overseas students are given extra English support. Thorpe Underwood Estate, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 9SS, UK Call : +44 (0)1423 33 33 30 E mail : [email protected] 72 www.harrowhouse.com 73 WEBA WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK Harrow House International College - UK Harrow House is an International College with more than 40 years' experience. It is located in Swanage, a very safe seaside resort on the south coast of England, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Swanage is the gateway town for England's first UNESCO World Heritage Site - the Jurassic Coast. The facilities at Harrow House are unrivalled in the UK, with on-site residential accommodation for more than 500 students, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, a restaurant, library, computer rooms etc. Harrow House provides a variety of courses for Adults (aged 16+) and Juniors (aged 8+). Courses include an International High School Semester Programme for students aged 15 to 17. The College also offers a wide range of daily supervised activities and regular excursions. The percentage of Arabic speakers throughout the year is extremely low, at approximately 1%. Harrow Drive, Swanage, Dorset BH19 1PE, England Call : +44 1929 424421 Fax : +44 1929 427175 E mail : [email protected] 74 www.bite.ac.uk 75 WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA British Institute of Technology & E-commerce - UK B|I||T|E has a reputation for innovative learning, empowering people with highly marketable skills. The business environment that transcends cultures within an economic cycle where, more than ever, innovative thinking and entrepreneurial approaches to business are essential. The Business School of England has been setup to address the need of exclusive and elite personalities who would like their children to successfully complete a first class honours degree in secure, 5 star venue with 2000 years history. The challenges facing both developed and developing economies are enormous, yet the responses to these must be crafted in approaches that encompass the principles of sustainable economic development. B|I||T|E ’s heritage in pioneering innovative approaches to the development of undergraduate and post graduate degree programmes. Designed to embrace technology and its influence on a modern world, these programmes are aimed at providing the executives and leaders of tomorrow with the skills required to build a sustainable future. B|I||T|E has developed as a catalyst for transformation, be it within businesses world-wide or within the business doing government. We understands that no one solution will suit all, and we therefore remain committed to the flexible provision of higher education to meet the needs of those we serve. Stratford, London HQ 252-262 Romford Rd, London E7 9HZ Call : +44 (0)20 8552 3071 E mail : [email protected] 76 www.wayland.org 77 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Wayland Academy - U.S.A. Wayland Academy is a coeducational, college preparatory boarding and day school for grades 9-12 located in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. Wayland is known as one of the friendliest school communities in America with 185 students from across the United States and 27 different countries. Founded in 1855, Wayland Academy prepares students for the rigors of higher education through a challenging, robust curriculum and a strong emphasis on personal responsibility and diligence. Our graduates have an outstanding acceptance rate at some of the most competitive universities and colleges in America, and, beyond that, they arrive at those universities prepared to succeed at the next level. Students are actively engaged on our beautiful 55-acre campus, both through their academic work and their involvement in Wayland's numerous extra-curricular activities. Wayland offers outstanding programs in the arts, sciences, mathematics, literature, and a new program in robotics and engineering. Find out more at wayland.org. Contact : Paul Keller Office of Admission Wayland Academy 101 N. University Ave. Beaver Dam, WI 53916 U.S.A. Tel : +001 (920) 356-2120 E-mail : [email protected] 78 www.aplusacademy.org 79 WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA A+ Academy - Canada A+ Academy is an international boarding school whose campus is the tall ship Sørlandet. 60 qualified 11th and 12th grade students will undertake a voyage of remarkable discovery as they set course on a circumnavigation of the world. We aspire to equip students with employability skills, life experience and academic expertise required to be admitted into their first choice university program. Through a rigorous American, Canadian, and European curriculum, inspired by International Baccalaureate philosophy, students choose from a wide array of demanding Advanced Placement courses. Whether engaged in inter-tidal environmental studies in the Amazon delta, learning to sail a tall ship, conducting anthropological studies on Easter Island, diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia or meeting with leading business and political figures in China or New Caledonia, our students benefit from firsthand explorations of the planet while completing a rigorous course of study, making the world their personal classroom. Contact : Monica Dedich, B.A., M.B.A. Director of Admissions 1 Rideau Street, Suite 700 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1N 8S7 Toll-Free : +1 855-670-PLUS Office : +1 613-670-5901 Mobile : +1 704-469-8868 80 www.armyandnavyacademy.org 81 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Army and Navy Academy - USA Army and Navy Academy is an internationally recognized college-preparatory military boarding school for boys, grades 7-12 that follows University of California standards and incorporates leadership training centered around its JROTC program. Since 1910, Army and Navy Academy has sought to develop scholarship and honorable character in young men. Our cadets benefit from having a greater degree of structure, motivation and discipline in their daily routine. One of our core competencies is the academic achievement of our students. On a regular basis, we see students improve their GPA's, often within the first semester of attendance. Small class sizes, a highly committed staff and individualized support enable students to achieve better results and improve their chances for attending a college or university of their choice. Mandatory JROTC leadership classes emphasize teamwork, honor, self-esteem, citizenship, study habits, and time management. Band, performing arts, extracurricular clubs, and CIF and intramural sports complement the academic program. Contact : Candace Heidenrich Director of Admission 2605 Carlsbad Blvd | Carlsbad | CA | 92008 Tel : +1 760-547-5278 Fax : +1 760.434.5948 E-mail : [email protected] 82 www.canterbury.qld.edu.au 83 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Canterbury College - Australia Canterbury International is an award-winning Kindergarten to Year 12 co-educational school of 1400 students located between Brisbane and the Gold Coast with convenient access to some of the most exciting activities and places in Queensland. Canterbury College offers a rich curriculum, with opportunities for all students to pursue their dreams through flexible pathways to university, further education or employment. The extra-curricular program is extensive and varied, offering students opportunities to excel in sport, cultural pursuits and other intellectual endeavours such as debating. Students receive a well-rounded education, both within and outside the classroom to assist in the development of life-long learning. The College atmosphere is founded upon positive relationships among staff, students and parents, as well as the wider community. The College ethos is based on mutual respect, support and co-operation. Our rich and diverse academic program is supported by a full curriculum of activities, camps and excursions. Technology is integrated in all year levels, providing students with access to laptops, iPads and desktop computers as part of their day-to-day learning. Canterbury College is committed to educating students within a protective and nurturing environment. A strong pastoral care team is committed to the emotional and physical well-being of all students. Academic testing is not a requirement of entry to Canterbury College. We practice inclusive education and offer educational programs that cater to a students' varying learning needs, helping them reach their full potential. Contact : Ms Louise Lewis International Liaison Manager Old Logan Village Rd | Waterford | Queensland 4133 | Australia Tel : +61 7 3299 0810 Fax : +61 7 3805 2132 E-mail : [email protected] 84 www.fls.net 85 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA FLS International - USA For international students, the key to a great experience is getting quality support from the staff and teachers at your center. From your first day at FLS International, you’ll be impressed with the expertise and caring attitude of our professional staff. Our Center Directors, Housing Coordinators, teachers and other staff members all share the same goal: to make your experience at FLS memorable and educational. With 30 years of serving students, FLS has the sensitivity and experience to meet the special needs of international students. FLS Core Classes are the foundation of our English Language Programs. Made up of 9 levels, the core sequence is an integrated skills curriculum that teaches speaking, listening, reading and writing with current techniques, contemporary materials, teacher coaching and communicative activities. Our approach simulates the way you learned your native language, through the natural use of all skills together. Our core sequence takes students from a basic understanding of simple English communication all the way to the proficiency for success at an American college. FLS offers options for supportive homestays, college dormitory stay, and apartment living for the student seeking a more independent experience. Contact : FLS.Mandy International Program Coordinator 301 North Lake, Suite 310 Pasadena, CA 91101 USA Main Tel : +1(626) 795-2912 (ext. 102) Direct Tel : +1(626) 316-6430 Fax : +1(626) 795-5564 86 www.catscollege.com 87 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA CATS College - UK CATS College is one of Britain’s most established and distinguished independent education providers. Founded in 1952, we have helped thousands of students achieve their ambitions and progress to some of the world’s most prestigious universities. At the heart of our ethos is recognition of the fact that everyone is different and as such has different aims, aspirations and desires. At CATS College we encourage ambition, recognise potential and allow you to stretch your abilities – all within a challenging but supportive atmosphere that is right for you as an individual. Our personalised learning approach, regular assessments and one-to-one tuition ensure you are equipped with the study skills to achieve the best grades possible for you and the life skills that will stand you in good stead at university and beyond. By studying at CATS College you will enjoy all the benefits of the high quality education for which the British independent system is renowned, in the international environment of your choice: either in the academic heart of Cambridge; the safe and historic city of Canterbury; or the exclusive address of WC1 London. Discover how CATS College can be the best place for you in every way. Start your journey with us today to realise your full grade potential, develop your life skills, access your best choice university and experience your home from home. Contact : Emma Turnbull Market Development Manager Head Office Kett House, Station Road, Cambridge, CB1 2JH, United Kingdom Tel : +44 1223 345698 Fax : +44 1223 346181 E-mail : [email protected] 88 www.englishstudies.sci.unideb.hu 89 WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Debrecen University - Hungary University of Debrecen has a student body of over 30.000; with 14 faculties on 6 campuses. The English-language programs were launched in 1987. Nowadays, 3,600 foreign students represent countries from all around the world. UD ranks among the top state higher education institutions in Hungary. Among other faculties, the Faculty of Agriculture, Food Science and Environmental Management in Hungary invites foreign students as well to its English courses at different levels. The Faculty offers BSc course on Food Engineering, BSc and MSc courses on Agricultural Engineering and Environmental Management and MSc courses on Business Development, Food Safety and Quality and Plant Protection. The institution trains highly qualified as well as innovative experts with theoretical and practical knowledge capable of applying and further developing the acquired knowledge, with outstanding managerial skills for, food industry, environment protection, nature protection, game management, extension, service sector, technical administration and financial institutions. As degrees and diplomas issued by our institution are acknowledged in a variety of professional fields, many of our graduates find employment in public administration, at local authorities and in different areas of internal affairs and defence. More information on education is at http://portal.agr.unideb.hu/index.html?useLang=en administrative issues can be obtained through [email protected] Contact : Dr. László Kozma Director of International Studies H-4010 Debrecen, P.O.Box 95, Hungary Tel : +36 52 518 655 Fax : +36 52 518 623 E-mail: [email protected] 90 www.a2z-english.com 91 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA A2Z School of English - UK In our three schools (Manchester/London/Dublin), we offer a range of high-quality courses including: - A2Z Method - high speed spoken English training International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Business English Cambridge English First Certificate in English (FCE) Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) We welcome students from everywhere around the world and help them improve their English skills in a large variety of ways. We also offer weekly social acitvities and a suitable type of accomodation for each student. Students can now have 2 days of free trail classes. Brook House, Spring Gardens Manchester, Greater Manchester M2 2BQ, England, UK Tel : +44 (0) 161 883 0707 Fax : +44 (0) 161 883 0246 E-mail : [email protected] 92 www.ju.se 93 WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Jönköping University - Sweden – one of the most international universities in Sweden, attracting students from all over the world. Jönköping University has a genuinely international orientation and promotes a range of innovative initiatives to create an enriching environment for students and researchers from all over the world. In many of our programmes, students get the opportunity to spend part of their education abroad at one of our many partner universities around the globe. Our students are attractive on the labour market, both in Sweden and internationally. Education and research is carried out at four schools: Jönköping International Business School, School of Engineering, School of Education and Communication and School of Health Sciences. As a student at Jönköping University you will have lots of opportunities to try out what you’ve learned in the business world outside of the university. Jönköping University uses the business world as a platform for education and you will be able to create a network of business contacts while adding practical experience to your theoretical competence Sweden is a safe and modern country and is ranked as one of the most livable in the world. The crime rate is low, environmental consciousness is high and the risk of natural disasters is minimal. Contact : Tomas Bengtsson Director, International Department P.O Box 1026, Gjuterigatan 5 55111 Jönköping, Sweden Call : +46 36 10 17 14 Mobile : +46 70 699 39 18 E mail : [email protected] 94 www.frenchinnormandy.com 95 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA French In Normandy - France Since 1992, French in Normandy has offered a winning combination to those wishing to learn French or to improve their language skills. French in Normandy is a French Government recognised French Language School and we are is a member of the prestigious professional quality organisation for language training “IALC” as well as being member of French organisations – “Campus France” , “Groupement fle” and “fle.fr” – a guarantee of our commitment to the highest standards. We specialise in Business French courses for one-to-one and small professional groups plus General French Courses and our excellent DELF / DALF preparation courses. In 2014 French in Normandy enjoyed a 100% success rate for C1/C2 DALF and 99% success rate for DELF B2. The school is open all year round and sessions start every Monday. Our groups are ten students maximum. A special feature of French in Normandy is that students do not lose any lessons for Public Holidays. French in Normandy is the only French Language School to have been awarded Super Star status by Study Travel Magazine and in 2013 was awarded the Best French Language School title by Education Stars (www.educationstars.com) and UED Turkish Agencies. 26bis rue Valmont de Bomare, 76100 ROUEN France Tel : +33 2 35 72 08 63 Fax : +33 2 35 72 08 64 E mail : [email protected] 96 www.monterosa.ch 97 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Institut Monte Rosa - Switzerland The International Boarding School Monte Rosa numbers among the first established Swiss Schools. Located in a prime location on the shores of Lake Geneva, the school welcomes students from 8 to 19 years of age, both boys and girls. ‘Individual care in a family-like environment’ Small classes (2-10 students) and experienced teachers promote motivation and encourage students to take pleasure and pride in their work. In addition to creating the ideal learning environment, Monte Rosa provides an academic program flexible enough to suit each student’s needs, in order for all to fully realise their potential. • American Junior & High School (Grades 6 – 12) • Post Graduate Course (Grade 13) • Business Studies Program • Intensive English Courses (All levels) • AP, SAT, DELF, TOEFL, Cambridge Exams ‘The Swiss feeling for Education’ A very popular feature offered by the school is its Summer and Winter Holiday courses, where students can learn to live with students from other nations through sports, outdoor activities and intensive language training. There’s a world to be explored, in safe hands at Monte Rosa! Av. de Chillon 57 1820 Montreux VD Switzerland Tel : +41 21 965 45 45 E mail : [email protected] 98 www.trafalgarcastle.ca 99 WEBA- -AGENTS AGENTS HANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA Trafalgar Castle School - Canada Trafalgar Castle School in Whitby, Ontario, Canada is an Independent Day and Boarding School for Girls, Offering Grades 5 - 12. The Trafalgar community believes strongly in the full development of our students. We offer opportunities in the arts, athletics, music, and clubs and with unique co- curricular opportunities. Curriculum with 140 years of education expertise, Trafalgar Castle School excels in educating young women for success in university. Offering the world-best curricula, our internationally acclaimed programmes provide an enriching learning environment for our community. 401 Reynolds St, Whitby, ON L1N 3W9, Canada Tel : (905) 668-3358 Fax : (905) 668-4136 100 www.hfslondon.com 101 WEBA- AGENTS - AGENTSHANDBOOK HANDBOOK WEBA HFS London - UK Host Family accommodation is a high quality, competitively priced alternative to staying in a hotel or hostel. Our Homestay visitors range from individuals to groups of students studying English or professionals on internships. Homestay accommodation is not just restricted to international students or young professionals; it is suitable for anyone coming to London. By staying with a host family you will not only learn more about our culture, but also have an excellent opportunity to practise your English in an authentic environment. Our host families are experienced in welcoming international visitors into their home. They will help you settle in quickly and support you throughout your stay. English will always be the main language spoken in your Homestay. Living with a British family adds a hugely personal dimension to your visit and experience of London. Many of our guests stay in touch with their host family for a long time thereafter. Our ethos as an organisation is to provide the highest quality Homestay service to individual guests, international agents and education providers, as well as to our own host families. We will make sure that you make the most of your experience here by placing you within a safe and warm British family environment. Our host families have been carefully selected to English UK and British Council standards. We are always happy to receive feedback and will aim to confirm Homestay bookings within two working days. Contact : Will Davis Business Development Manager 558 Commercial Road London E14 7JD Tel : +44 (0)20 3069 2048 Fax : +44 (0)20 7790 0465 E mail : [email protected] 102 www.boston.ac.uk 103 WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK Boston College - United Kingdom Boston College has welcomed international students for almost 30 years. Each year up to 100 students from over 25 different countries arrive at Boston College to begin studying. With a proven track record of success, we make sure we provide our students with the help and support they need to succeed in the UK. The College is state supported with over 8000 students, located in the traditional English market town of Boston in the county of Lincolnshire, with a population of around 60,000 people. Students and their parents choose Boston College because of its established reputation and the excellent support provided for students. In recent inspections by Ofsted, the College was award ‘Good’ for its overall provision and for the quality of its residential services. In 13\14 our learners achieved a 100% A Level pass rate and in an independent survey we were voted third buy our learners out of 267 colleges and universities for student satisfaction. Contact : Paul Collins Boston College Skirbeck Road, Boston PE21 6JF - United Kingdom Tel : +44 (0)1205 313212 E mail : [email protected] 104 www.carlsbadschool.cz 105 WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK Carlsbad International School - Czech Republic Carlsbad International School is a private day and boarding school offering IB Diploma and pre-diploma programmes in English for boys and girls, ages 14-18, in the Czech Republic. We offer an exceptional level of academics and residential care, including structured academic support, tailored activity programmes, English as an Additional Language, and an emphasis on healthy living, that prepares our students for university and beyond. Our mission is to provide opportunities for life-long learning, inspire academic success, develop inquiring minds, and grow our students as positive members of our local and global communities. Founded in 2013 by a highly distinguished board of international educators, CIS utilizes a blend of the best Swiss, UK, and US international boarding school methods to provide a programme which is both exceptional and affordable, for young men and women from all over the world. Carlsbad International School Slovenská 477/5 Karlovy Vary, 36001 Czech Republic Tel : +420 353 227 387 Email : [email protected] FB : carlsbadinternationalschool Twitter: @CISchoolCZ 106 www.euruni.edu 107 WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK European University - Switzerland Established in 1973, EU Business School (EU) is a triple-accredited, multicampus, international business school, delivering comprehensive business education in a global environment. In addition to dynamic classes offered in English, EU students enjoy an international experience and the best of North American and European curricula. All courses are taught by highly-qualified faculty members with a wealth of practical experience. EU has a global network with main campuses in Geneva, Montreux, Barcelona and Munich. Transfers are easily attainable and we encourage students to make the most of such opportunities. We also offer programs with institutions in the United Kingdom, Russia, Kazakhstan, U.S.A. and China among others. EU ranked 34th in the European category of the 2013-2014 QS Global 200 Business Schools Report. Our MBA program was classified in the first tier of the European category in CEO Magazine’s 2013 International Graduate Forum MBA Rankings and the Executive MBA program listed in the second, global tier. European University offers innovative Bachelor, Master and Doctorate of Business Administration programs, with majors in Business Administration; Sports Management; International Relations; Entrepreneurship; and E-Business among others. We also offer a one-year Business Foundation program, which prepares students for bachelor’s programs, as well as various online-based courses. European University Quai du Seujet 18 1201 Geneva Switzerland Tel : +41 22 779 26 71 Fax : +41 22 779 26 73 Email : [email protected] 108 www.fisher.edu 109 WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK Fisher College - USA Fisher College first opened its doors in 1903 in the predominantly working-class city of Somerville, Massachusetts, just two miles north of Boston. In 1970, Fisher gained accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and operates as an independent, non-profit educational institution, currently boasting a diverse population of students from all parts of America and many foreign countries. The Division of Accelerated and Professional Studies was established in 1975 to serve the adult population of Eastern Massachusetts, with branch locations in Boston, Brockton, North Attleboro, and New Bedford. The Fisher Online division began in 1998, and currently serves students from all over the United States and around the world. In 1999, the College’s first bachelor’s degree – the Bachelor of Science in Management – was offered, and in 2015 the College’s first master’s – a Master in Business Administration – was accredited. Athletics has been a long tradition at Fisher College. Students played basketball at the club level prior to 1998, and in July 2001, students could participate in varsity basketball (men’s and women’s), baseball, and softball. The men’s basketball and baseball teams both won their conference championships in 2005. 118 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116, United States Tel : +1 866-266-6007 Email : [email protected] 110 www.frilingue.ch 111 WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK fRilingue - Switzerland fRilingue is an established and fully accredited Swiss Summer Camp operator. Every year, approximately 600 teens and juniors participate in one of our camps. We have four distinctive summer camps offering high-energy French, English and German classes combined with fun and engaging activities and excursions for local and international students in 2015. Key Points : • Safe, beautiful settings • Weekly start dates • Sunday arrival & Saturday Departure • Shared residential accommodation • Immersion with local Swiss students • 6 students per class Philipp Alexander Weber Rue de la Samaritaine 19 1700 Fribourg Switzerland Tel : +41 26 321 34 34 Email : [email protected] 112 www.hesston.edu 113 WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK Hesston College - USA Hesston College is a Christ-centered community where each student is educated and nurtured academically, socially and spiritually. As a two-year liberal arts college, we believe that your first two years should be treated as more than something to get out of the way. They should be seen as an opportunity to lay a solid foundation for the rest of your life. 301 S. Main St., Hesston, KS 67062 United States Tel : 620-327-4221 Fax : 620-327-8300 Email : [email protected] 114 www.monterosa.ch 115 WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK Institut Monte Rosa - Switzerland The International Boarding School Monte Rosa numbers among the first established Swiss Schools. Located in a prime location on the shores of Lake Geneva, the school welcomes students from 8 to 19 years of age, both boys and girls. ‘Individual care in a family-like environment’ Small classes (2-10 students) and experienced teachers promote motivation and encourage students to take pleasure and pride in their work. In addition to creating the ideal learning environment, Monte Rosa provides an academic program flexible enough to suit each student’s needs, in order for all to fully realise their potential. • American Junior & High School (Grades 6 – 12) • Post Graduate Course (Grade 13) • Business Studies Program • Intensive English Courses (All levels) • AP, SAT, DELF, TOEFL, Cambridge Exams ‘The Swiss feeling for Education’ A very popular feature offered by the school is its Summer and Winter Holiday courses, where students can learn to live with students from other nations through sports, outdoor activities and intensive language training. There’s a world to be explored, in safe hands at Monte Rosa! Av. de Chillon 57, 1820 Montreux VD Switzerland Tel : +41 21 965 45 45 Email : [email protected] 116 www.qe.org 117 WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK Queen Ethelburga’s College - UK We are a Private Independent School ,established in 1912, situated out in the beautiful countryside of York in the UK. We consider local and overseas students from the age of 6 – 19 years of age for full time academic courses .We are a high academic school and have achieved excellent GCSE and A level results this past We offer a wide range of subjects which include 25 A level subjects and various BTEC Vocational courses, which means we can normally put a suitable programme together for students. Study programs are tailor made for the individual needs of each student. Our accommodation is of the most modern facilities. Rooms have their own shower and bathroom on suite. Bedrooms have:TV/Dvd (on timers)Air-conditioned, ironing facilities,Telephone and more.! At present we have about 1480 students, and this includes students from 53 different countries around the world.We have a local representative who is based in Shenzhen China, and looks after Thailand, Taiwan, Hong Kong, South China and Macau.! Thorpe Underwood Hall, Thorpe Green Ln, York YO26 9SS, United Kingdom Tel : +44 (0)1423 33 33 00 Fax : +44 (0)1423 33 33 10 Email : [email protected] 118 www.uci.edu 119 WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK University of California, Irvine - United States Nestled in one of the most beautiful, vibrant regions in Southern California, the University of California, Irvine is ranked the 11th best public university in the United States and the best comprehensive university under 50 years old in the world. Since its founding in 1965, the university has continued to gain prestige for its superior academic programs and contributions to cutting-edge research. Its world-renowned reputation has also attracted faculty members from the top of their fields, including three Nobel Prize winners. Increasingly a first-choice campus for many students, UC Irvine prides itself as a center for quality education that fosters students’ passion and enthusiasm for knowledge. International Programs, a department of UC Irvine Extension, offers life-enriching academic, professional, and cultural experiences to international audiences to help them succeed in today’s competitive global environment. The experiences we provide include superior English-language instruction, post-graduate certificates with the option for Internship and Optional Practical Training (OPT), and comprehensive preparation for successful undergraduate and graduate studies. We also offer a variety of support services, such as housing and organized cultural activities, to foster international students’ adjustment to and competence in participating in American life. University of California, Irvine Irvine, CA 92697 Tel : 949-824-5011 Email : [email protected] 120 www.webster.ac.at 121 WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK Webster University - Austria Webster University is an American University with a global perspective. The university was founded in St. Louis, Missouri, USA in 1915. Since then, Webster has grown to become an international university with campuses in 8 countries on 4 continents. The campus in Vienna was founded in 1981. Webster Vienna Private University is accredited both in the USA and Austria, and recognized everywhere in the word. Webster Vienna offers Bachelor, Master and MBA Degrees in Business and Management, International Relations, Media Communications and Psychology. The focus is on excellence in teaching, the joining of theory and practice and educating students to be lifelong independent learners prepared to participate in an increasingly international society. Classes are small and interactive with a maximum of 25 students per class. Webster Vienna is located in the beautiful Palais Wenkheim, just a few steps away from the city center. Built in 1826, Palais Wenkheim features tremendous architectural detailing. In 2014 the building was renovated and turned into a modern university with interactive classrooms, professional studios for media productions, etc. Webster Vienna is a truly international community, with over 500 students representing 70 different nationalities and a faculty from over 20 countries. In addition, Webster’s international network of campuses offers you a world of opportunity. You can study at one of our campuses in the United States, Europe, Africa or Asia, or travel across our network as a study abroad or transfer student. Teresa Sedlar, MBA Palais Wenkheim, Praterstr. 23, 1020 Vienna AUSTRIA Tel : +43 1 269 9293 – 0 Email : [email protected] 122 www.highbluffacademy.com Boutique learning environment in a world class beach resort! WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK High Bluff Academy - USA San Diego is called “America’s Finest City” for its beautiful beaches, parks, tourist attractions, and sunny climate. The school is located two kilometers from the Pacific Ocean in one of the most affluent neighborhoods in the U.S. The school places international students with loving homestay families who have a true interest in intercultural exchange and provides beautiful homes in safe and attractive neighborhoods. High Bluff Academy (HBA) is a private, coed, secular college preparatory school located in the resort community of Del Mar. The school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and all courses are approved by the University of California system. HBA offers a small, nurturing environment for students in grades 9-12 and welcomes all levels of English proficiency from low intermediate to advanced. HBA also offers AP classes approved by the College Board. HBA requires no formal entrance exams for students entering grades 9 and 10 and accepts students with intermediate English ability to grades 11 and 12. With class sizes ranging from 5 to 12 students, every learner is supported and challenged at his or her own level of ability. HBA also has an award winning test prep program for SAT, ACT and TOEFL. Last year’s High Bluff Academy graduates were admitted to top universities including University of California, Northwestern, Boston College, Syracuse, NYU, Stephens Institute of Technology, Texas Christian University and Penn State. High Bluff Academy was voted as the Best Private School in the North Coast Reader’s Poll 2015 and the Best Tutoring and Test Prep Center in 2014. With its individualized approach to education, you will not find a better learning and living environment for your high school aged clients than High Bluff Academy. 12707 High Bluff Dr #150, San Diego, CA 92130, United States Tel : +1 858 - 509 - 9101 Email : [email protected] 124 Xplore is a dynamic, motivated and growing company run by people with valuable industry knowledge and expertise. www.xploretheworld.com We offer a variety of products and services to the student travel market with a global reach, including offices on three continents and a multitude of partners worldwide. 125 Whatever the programme and wherever the destination, at Xplore we are committed to offering exciting and rewarding experiences for students and a reliable and flexible service to our partners. What we offer PRODUCTS Xplore Group Travel | Xplore Activity Camps | Xplore Language Short stay language, culture and activity programmes in the UK, Europe & Worldwide All-year round packages for student groups and summer programmes & courses for groups and individuals. WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK What you can expect from Xplore : • Exciting, challenging & rewarding experiences • Guidance & support throughout • Variety of programmes and destinations • Excellent education & safety standards • Lifetime memories XPLORE HIGH SCHOOL High School: Worldwide placements for German students. MyChoice: Placements for international students to USA, UK and Malta. SERVICES Xplore USA: Provider of guardianship and F1 high school placements in the USA as well as providing short-term language and culture programmes for the Language, Activity Camp and Group Travel products. Xplore (UK) / Suffolk Xplore GmbH (Germany) / Hamburg, Berlin & Cologne Xplore Inc (USA) / Asheville, N.Carolina Xplore WFOE (China) / Shenzhen Tel +44 (0)1449 742700 Email :[email protected] 126 WHY STUDY ENGLISH IN SCOTLAND? Every year, more than 30,000 students from all over the world choose to study in Scotland. Learn English in Scotland! Scotland can offer you a unique opportunity to improve your English language skills and experience a culture that is generations old. Scotland offers a rich diversity of traditional music, customs and the Scottish accent is thought by many to be the most pleasant and friendliest in the UK. Scotland is thought to be very cold but this is not correct. The climate is temperate throughout the year with temperatures being on average only a few degrees cooler than London. 127 Where to study English in Scotland? Glasgow school is located in the centre of the largest city in Scotland and Global school is located in the centre of the capital city of Scotland. Both schools offer similar English language courses throughout the year. Hamilton school offers Junior Programmes throughout the year. Course fees are very competitive and the quality of teaching is high. Check out each of the web sites below and you will be surprised how affordable studying in Scotland is. Scotland stands out from the crowd in that it has centuries of old traditions, is recognised all over the world for its high quality of education and is one of the most inventive nations on Earth. Scots invented the Telephone, the Television, Penicillin, 3D computer games, the iPod audio chip and cloned the first mammal, Dolly the sheep. Come and see where Harry Potter was born and look for Scotland’s monster, the Loch Ness Monster. Learn in an exciting and inspiring environment, Scotland. A welcoming place to live and learn. Scotland is consistently rated by visitors as a friendly, safe place to be, that combines a strong sense of its own identity with a multicultural community spirit, lively cosmopolitan cities, stunning landscapes, variety of sports, arts and a lively entertainment and social scene. Why? • Studying overseas has many advantages: • It starts your learning journey to become an Global Citizen. • It adds depth to your education. • You experience learning English in an English speaking environment. • You experience a different style of learning. • You are challenged to adapt to a new cultural environment. • You come into contact with different Nationalities. WEBA - AGENTS HANDBOOK Accredited by the For the teaching of English member We make learning easy. 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