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International Language Centers

EF’s Boston campus is located among 17 acres of pristine New England countryside.

Study abroad to learn a language, explore a new city and meet friends from around the world – no matter your age or goals.

International experience with a local touch EF has been opening the world through education since 1965. Today, we operate 500 schools and offices in 53 countries with a network of 43,500 teachers and staff, making us the world’s largest education company.

Destinations around the globe Our 46 International Language Centers are located in world-renowned cities. Each and every one is designed to create the ideal learning environment for you to make maximum progress in your studies while also enjoying the comforts of home during your time abroad.

Personalized language learning You’ll work together with our experienced study abroad advisors to build the perfect language course. They’ll help you select from our wide range of flexible-length courses, which include short-term summer camps for young learners, an academic year abroad for high school students and business-focused programs for professionals and executives.

Absorb language around the clock By building a study program around your specific goals and needs – and then putting it into practice with experienced teachers, interactive class time, technology-assisted practice and real-life immersion – your progress is guaranteed.

The Efekta™ Learning System is our innovative methodology that helps you learn more, faster. Younger learners follow EF’s Efekta™ Action Learning curriculum, which is designed around the principle of learning by doing. All of our junior courses are designed to meet the specific requirements of students aged 10-14.

Study in your dream destination Take your pick from iconic cities, sun-soaked beach towns and historic destinations in 16 countries around the globe. With seven languages available to learn in the world’s most sought-after destinations, your time abroad will get you speaking to the world.

From ordering cold drinks on a Californian beach to Christmas shopping in London or cafe-hoping in Paris, you’ll live the language with EF. Such cultural immersion will accelerate your language development while ensuring you return home with memories that last a lifetime.

Expect adventure Enjoy a full calendar of activities and excursions planned by your destination’s Activities Team.

You’ll experience local culture on a daily basis with city tours, evening events and sporting occasions – all with your new classmates. If you choose to plan independent adventures, you’ll have full support, advice and insight from your destination’s Activities Team, who can suggest the hottest restaurants, cultural events and weekend trips.

Make yourself at home Choose from a variety of accommodation options to ensure you’re comfortable during your stay abroad. ··

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EF Homestay - Experience maximum cultural exchange by living with welcoming hosts in a private home.

EF Residence - Live in the heart of your destination city alongside EF students from over 100 countries.

EF Campus - Stay on-site, just steps from your classes, as you become part of a vibrant student community EF Hotel - Enjoy the comfort, convenience and privacy of a hotel.

Ages 10-14 and 14 -18

At EF, our goal is to encourage students to become global citizens by learning a language abroad while enjoying a truly unforgettable time in a new country.

Whether you wish to travel independently or in an escorted group, you’ll enjoy around the clock support from EF’s experienced members of staff as you spend up to 52 weeks learning a language and making friends from around the world.

Courses designed for everyone EF offers a range of learning styles to meet students’ individual needs. From those who love to get involved in group challenges in the classroom, to those who learn best while getting active outdoors. Select the course option that suits you best no matter if that’s a grand tour of Europe, a culture-focused trip or a classic classroom-based course.

EF Basic - Combine plenty of free time for activities and excursions with language lessons. You’ll learn the basics of your study language with interactive lessons, technology-enhanced tools and immersion.

EF Life Style - Experience daily life with an English-speaking family in the USA or Ireland. You’ll perfect your language skills around the clock in real-world interactions.

EF Tour Style - Take a tour of Europe’s most famed landscapes and landmarks, monuments and masterpieces, sights and sounds with a [local market] leader and an experienced EF Tour Director.

EF My Style -Get active at one of our creative studios or sport camps. You’ll attend practical sessions with professional mentors while also improving your language skills.

EF General - Gain a sound understanding of the essential disciplines of a language. Focused on your speaking and writing language skills, teachers make use of games, group work and study visits to bring the language to life.

EF Exam Preparation - Prepare for an official language proficiency exam. In addition to intensive language training, you’ll learn valuable test-taking techniques while also building your exam vocabulary.

Ages 18-25

Stand out from the crowd in today’s globalized world by achieving full linguistic fluency with our range of courses. You’ll benefit from EF’s Efekta™ Learning System, which will provide you with the language and academic skills to set you apart from others applying for job vacancies and university courses.

Personalize your course Study one of seven languages where, when and how you like. Choose from flexible-length courses of 2-52 weeks or set-term programs of 6, 9 or 11 months and return home with an academic portfolio to launch your global future.

We guarantee that you’ll advance one language level every six weeks – whether you’re a novice or nearly fluent. All of our courses can be customized to accommodate your specific academic and career goals, including language exams, work placements and university enrollment.

EF General - This carefully composed course is designed to help you move up one course level of ability every six weeks. EF’s General Course lessons taught both in the classroom and iLab. EF Intensive - Make maximum progress in your studies. EF’s Intensive Course is highly recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible.

EF Advanced Diplomas - Challenge your English or French by following a prescribed program of intensive language classes combined with a range of university-level academic and professional subject.

EF Multi-Language Year - Travel the world while becoming fluent in two or three languages in up to three countries. You’ll have the opportunity to fully understand different cultures as you learn from our range of seven languages.

EF Exam Preparation - Learn the skills and get the tools you need to pass an officially recognized language exam. You’ll gain a professional advantage and academic edge.

EF Academic Year Abroad - Fully immerse yourself in your language of study for 6, 9 or 11 months. Through group work, interactive classes, projects and personalized lessons, you’ll emerge with solid achievements.

EF Internship or Volunteer Experience - Gain international work experience by working in a parttime, unpaid position. You’ll learn industry-specific language skills while expanding your CV. EF University Foundation Program - Gain the skills necessary for undergraduate studies abroad and earn guaranteed acceptance to a university.

Professionals and executives

Study at one of EF’s fully-accredited course centers to enhance your personal and professional future.

Whether you are looking for a relaxing language holiday, an intensive career-focused course or a personalized executive education class, you’ll be assured to find the perfect program. What’s more, you’ll make quick progress with our innovative learning method.

Exclusively for professionals & executives At EF, we understand the importance of languages – how they empower not only individuals, but also entire companies. That’s why we’ve set up the EF Professional Language Centers and EF Executive Language Institutes – centers designed to refine language skills, enhance networking and launch global futures for busy professionals and executives. Courses for companies are also available.

EF Intensive - Make maximum progress with a course that focuses on grammar and pronunciation – perfect for business professionals.

EF General - Taught both in the classroom and in iLab, lessons ensure you understand grammar while improving your oral and written communication.

EF Exam Preparation - Prepare for officially recognized exams with lessons that improve your vocabulary and test-taking techniques.

EF Mini-Group Conversation - Enjoy more personalized learning with conversation classes. You’ll practice speaking your study language in small class sizes.

EF Career Builder - Perfect your English language skills for the international marketplace while focusing on the legal world or business.

EF Executive Premium - Enjoy the perfect mix of private lessons and small group classes (max 8). Our one-on-one courses are completely tailor-made to help you make the fastest progress in as little time as possible.

The world is waiting.

Take your next steps 1. Order a free brochure 2. Contact your nearest EF office 3. Book a free consultation www.ef.com

EF International Language Centers Bureau de Bordeaux Tél. : 05 56 80 17 93 Fax : 01 42 86 09 91 ef.bordeaux@ef.com Tél. : 03 88 16 16 05 Fax : 03 88 16 17 89

Bureau de Nantes 2 allée Duquesne 44000 Nantes Tram: place du cirque Tél. : 0800 94 01 31 Fax : 01 42 86 09 91

Midi-Pyrénées Sophia Djemmali 29 bis rue Ingres 31130 Quint Fonsegrives Tél. : 05 61 23 63 94