Our intensive English programme is for enthusiastic students who want to accelerate their learning experience by putting their language skills into practice through a choice of electives. The varied learning styles of the Intensive English programme allows students to activate the language studied in their lessons in everyday scenarios and develop their fluency and communication skills, whilst building their confidence and knowledge of English language.
Overview of syllabus
Over the course of the summer, students will put their language skills into practice through varied learning styles, including:
Language Study: The syllabus focuses on contemporary English through topics specifically designed for junior learners. Language study supplies the building blocks students need to communicate successfully with native and non-native speakers.
Language in Use: Students are put in real-life situations to develop fluency and communication skills, building students' confidence and knowledge of English.
Excursion Link Lessons: Before full-day excursions, students learn about the destinations they are about to visit, including the history and culture of the area.
Academic Skills: The academic skills classes give students an introduction to exam techniques to help students improve the skills of academic reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. These classes culminate with students taking the Bucksmore Assessment.
Electives: Students sign up to a choice of vocational subjects to enhance their English usage through different topics such as creative writing, business and IELTS preparation.
Projects: Students are encouraged to work collaboratively on projects. Each weekly project ends with a presentation evening, during which all groups display and discuss their work.
Learning outcomes
Build accuracy and fluency in communicating in English in a variety of different academic and professional settings
Accelerated development in your confidence and knowledge of the English language
Build professional and academic skills through a wide range of selected electives including literature, business studies, drama, and more
St Hilda’s College is one of the riverside colleges of Oxford University and was founded in 1893. The College only accepted female undergraduate students until 2008. It is situated next to Magdalen bridge, famous for punting, and is a short walk away from the centre of Oxford.
History
St. Hilda’s College is one of more than 30 colleges at the University of Oxford. The college was founded in 1893 by Dorothea Beale, a Principal of Cheltenham Ladies College. In 1896, St. Hilda’s was recognized as a hall for women only, and remained an all-women’s college until 2008.
St. Hilda’s became an incorporated company with its own council where in 1910 the University acknowledged female students and therefore finally permitted them to become undergraduates for Oxford degrees.
In 1959 the women’s society made an application to the University to be admitted as a full College of the University. The application was accepted making St. Hilda’s the only women’s College in Oxford University between 1994 and 2008. The charter and status was then changed in 2006 to accept men into the College.
Location
The medieval city of Oxford revolves around the prestigious University of Oxford. Nicknamed the ‘City of Dreaming Spires’ by the poet Matthew Arnold, Oxford is known for its beautiful buildings just 60 miles north-west of London. The city is one of the fastest growing and most ethnically diverse in the UK, with a broad economic base with industries such as motor manufacturing, education and science-based businesses.
St. Hilda’s College is based on the river side of the River Cherwell next to Magdalene Bridge, famous for its traditional punting activity. With only a short walk to the main high street, the college provides a perfect location for students to explore this famous city. Since the arrival of the Saxons, the buildings demonstrate English architectural periods including the mid-18th century Radcliffe Camera.
Accommodation
The accommodation at St. Hilda’s consists of single and twin bedrooms in separate male and female accommodation blocks, and bathrooms are shared between 4-6 students. Laundry is available onsite and free of charge.
Bucksmore also offers a complimentary airport transfer service to students arriving at Heathrow and Gatwick airports.
Safety
In addition to the Bucksmore’s residential centre management team and counsellors that provide pastoral care and support to students, there are also friendly and welcoming St. Hilda’s College staff available 24 hours a day.
All Bucksmore accommodation is located in the Garden Building, which itself is situated in the center of the college overlooking the gardens. Male and female accommodation is on separate floors, the accommodation at St. Hilda’s consists of twin bedrooms and bathrooms are shared between 4-6 students. There are two common areas with sofas and table tennis.
Laundry is free and available on-site. Once a week, students must load and empty laundry machines themselves (with staff guidance), though laundry detergent will be provided by Bucksmore.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to オックスフォード based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
