Calderdale College
Description
Calderdale College is a state college of further education providing academic and vocational education for students aged 16 years and above. It is situated in the beautiful setting of the People's Park in Halifax. Calderdale College attracts students who want to live in a safe and friendly environment. Calderdale College offers year round English Language and English plus programmes combining English language studies with vocational skills. We also provide international students with pathways to university in the UK through University Foundation programmes and Higher National Diplomas.
English Language Courses
Calderdale College offers 4 English language courses. Click on a course for more information.
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Adult Vacation Courses
Summer School Programme -
Course Factfile Length: 2-10 weeks Age: 16+ Tuition: 20 hours per week Maximum Class Size: 12 students Levels: Beginner-Advanced Start Dates: Weekly in summer Price: £190-£285 per week Summer School Programme
Price includes:
- Course books
- One examination entry fee
- Cultural Programme (1 full day and 1 half day per week)
IELTS preparation classes are available for those students who need to take an IELTS examination in order to progress to other courses in September. We will arrange for you to take the examination at the end of August.
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Foundation Courses
University Foundation Programme in Business, Economics and Information Technology University Foundation Programme in Business, Economics and Information Technology (Intensive) -
Course Factfile Length: 35 weeks Age: 17+ Tuition: 20 hours per week Maximum Class Size: 12 students Levels: IELTS 4.5+ Start Dates: September Price: £157 per week University Foundation Programme in Business, Economics and Information Technology
Price includes:
- Course books
- IELTS examination entry
Students on the Business, Economics and IT Foundation programme will be able to visit businesses to see real companies in action. Visits may include the Jaguar car plant in Liverpool and Britvic drinks factory in Leeds and a field trip to the European Cou
Course Factfile Length: 22 weeks Age: 17+ Tuition: 30 hours per week Maximum Class Size: 15 students Levels: IELTS 5.0+ Start Dates: January Price: £141 per week University Foundation Programme in Business, Economics and Information Technology (Intensive)
Price includes:
- Course books
- IELTS examination entry
Students on the Business, Economics and IT Foundation programme will be able to visit businesses to see real companies in action. Visits may include the Jaguar car plant in Liverpool and Britvic drinks factory in Leeds and a field trip to the European Cou
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General and Intensive English
General English -
Course Factfile Length: 2+ weeks Age: 16+ Tuition: 20 hours per week Maximum Class Size: 12 students Levels: Elementary-Advanced Start Dates: Weekly from September to May Price: £135 per week General English
Price includes:
- Course books
- One examination entry fee
Your EFL timetable at Calderdale College will consist of 20 teaching hours a week between 9 am and 5 pm Monday to Friday. This will include tutorial time when your teacher will talk to you about your progress and discuss how you can get the most from your course.
Accommodation
- Homestay
- £95 per week. Host families provide breakfast and evening meal from Monday to Friday and breakfast, lunch and evening meals on Saturday and Sunday.
- Private Rental Accommodation
- We can also help you in finding furnished rented houses. Prices vary from £295.00 up to £650.00 per month depending on the size of the house and the location.
- Other
- The college has an Accommodation and Welfare Officer who assists international students to find appropriate accommodation prior to their arrival according to requirements in Halifax and also supports you during your stay with different accommodation and welfare issues.
Transfers
We can arrange a pick up service and the prices are as follows for one person per journey. For a group pick up the cost will depend on the number of students in the group. Leeds/Bradford Airport: £40 Manchester Airport: £45
Social Programme
There are number of opportunities for students to get involved and make friends at Calderdale college. The college offeres an enrichment programme for all students. The programme offers a large and varied choice of activities from sport, chess, photography, film, yoga, aerobics and much more. The enrichment programme is free to all students. During Summer Programme all students can take part in a weekly programme of social and cultural excursions. This will help you practise your English in real situations, learn more about the Calderdale area and give you the opportunity to visit other parts of England.
This page was last updated by Calderdale College on 29 Jan 2010. Please check the Calderdale College website for latest course information before enrolling on a course.
