The Gold Course -courses for older students

Key Points

• 15 hours' tuition per week plus a full afternoon programme
• Maximum class size 12  (14 in summer for students not in the special 50+ Gold Course classes).
• Minimum age 40 or 50
• 50+ only classes (on three of our seven Gold Courses)
• Full afternoon programme
• Meals with the teachers
• Airport shuttle service
• Farewell Dinner

As one of Europe's most historic cities, York, with its rich cultural life, is an ideal location for courses for older students. Throughout the year there is a varied programme of concerts, from the famous Early Music Festival to live jazz. The traffic-free historic quarter has a huge choice of bars and restaurants as well as one of the best selections of shops in the north of England.

Airport Shuttle Service

Students on our Gold Course can take advantage of a shuttle service from Manchester and Leeds airports. This runs on each Sunday during the course.

"Gold-only" Classes on our 50+ Courses

We know that students on 50+ courses prefer to be in a class with students of a similar age so we guarantee ‘Gold-only" classes on our three, 50+ Gold Courses at the following levels: pre-intermediate, intermediate and advanced.

Accommodation

We select host families with care to ensure homes with good conversation. We can also recommend hotels close to the College.

Afternoon Programme

The afternoon programme is designed with older students in mind. The visits are guided by a senior member of the College staff. The course finishes with a farewell dinner at York’s best restaurant, a great way to end a memorable stay. The afternoon and evening programme ensures that participants see as much as possible of York and some of the surrounding area.

Timetable

Please note, the timetable may vary during the period of the Summer Course.

Fees 2012

The Gold Course A 15 hour General English course from 0930 ~ 1300 Monday to Friday followed by an afternoon and evening programme. 2 classes of 90 minutes each day. Minimum age 50. Maximum class size 12 (14 in summer for students not in the special Gold Course classes). Includes activity programme, visits, excursions.

Dates

The Gold Course dates for 2012

1st April ~ 15th April (40+)
27th May ~ 17th June (50+ with Gold Only Classes)
12th August ~ 2nd September (40+)
2nd September ~ 23rd September (50+ with Gold Only Classes)
30th September ~ 14th October (40+)
22nd October ~ 4th November (40+)
4th November ~ 25th November (50+ with Gold Only Classes)

Social Programme

All activities on the Gold Course Afternoon Programme are included in the tuition fee!