FAQs

York

How much does public transport cost?

The prices for buses are as follows: Dayrider £3.70, Week £15.00 and First4Week £50.00.

Group Courses

When can the College offer Closed Group courses?

All year, except during the period covered by the Summer Course.

When are these prices valid?

This sheet is valid from the end of the Summer Course 2011 until the start of the Summer Course 2012.

Are there any weeks we cannot choose?

Yes, we cannot accept closed groups for the two weeks over Christmas or for the weeks either side of the Easter Weekend.

The Timetable?

Closed Group Courses are normally skills based. However, we can tailor the tuition to suit the requirements of your group.

Can we bring additional leaders?

Yes, but you will need to cover their costs.

What age can the College accept?

From 11.

Can we land in the south and visit London?

Of course! However, there will be a surcharge for the transfers.

When do courses start and finish?

Subject to availability, courses can start and finish on any day.

Can we stay an extra night?

Yes, for an additional fee.

If we have time, can we arrange an additional excursion?

Of course! The cost will depend on the group size and destination chosen.

Can we change the afternoon activities or design our own programme?

Of course, just contact us with the details! We are always happy to offer advice.

Melton College

Is Melton College Accredited by The British Council?

Melton College is Accredited by AccreditationUK. Accredditation UK is a partnership between EnglishUK and The British Council and the accreditation is know to the world as British Council Accreditation. We have been accredited since the start of the Accreditation Scheme.

Can you help me apply for my visa?

Melton College is a Highly Trusted Sponsor. We can advise you on what we need to issue a visa letter for students coming for up to 11 months or a CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) for students coming for more than 11 months.

What happens if my visa is refused?

Once you have sent us a copy of the refusal notice we will refund your fees in full except for the booking fee, the CAS fee (if applicable) and any courier fees incurred sending documents to you.

Do you arrange weekend excursions?

During our Summer Course, Easter and October Course and the Gold Course we have excursions every weekend. We are happy to assist you to arrange your own excursion and help you with any travel/transport questions you may have.

Who do I speak to, if I have a problem?

You will find a list of staff members and their responsibilities on our staff page.

Is it possible to use email or internet?

There are several computers you can use in the College. It is also possible to bring your own laptop as we have Wi-Fi throughout the building.

Can I open a bank account?

Yes, you can open a bank account at the HSBC - The Passport Account is for anyone moving to the UK or recently settled in the Country. The account includes: debit card, standing order and direct debit facilities, Instant Access Savings Account, Internet Banking, Mobile Sim Card with £10 credit, Application Forms in 10 languages and discounted international transfers.

Are there special bank accounts compliant to the Shariah?

The Amanah Bank Account has been created to provide a Shariah compliant way of handing your day to day finances. The account includes: cheque book and debit card, standing order and direct debit facilities, statements, internet and telephone banking and cash withdrawals.

Do you accept beginners?

No, we accept Elementary level students but not Beginners. If you have only recently started studying English we need to know a little about how long you have been studying, what type of course you have done and your level so we can organise the correct course for you.

How long can I stay?

You can come for as little as one week or for a whole year. We will welcome you to start a course at any time of the year except the two weeks over Christmas, when the school is closed.

Do I get materials for the lessons from the college? Can I keep them?

At the beginner of their course all students are given a folder to in which to collect and keep worksheets completed and the work done in lessons. Students take this home at the end of their course. Students are lent a copy of the books used during the lessons. If students wish to buy a copy of their course book they can do and should speak to their teacher or the Academic Manager.

Are you looking for teachers? I am an English teacher with X years experience …

You are always welcome to send your CV. Even if we don’t look for teachers at this particular time, we might consider your application when we are looking for teachers later.

IELTS

What do I need to bring with me on the IELTS test day?

You need to bring your valid passport or National ID. You will not be allowed to sit the test if you fail to bring either of these. We CANNOT accept photocopies or another form of ID. You will also need a pencil, pen and pencil eraser. We would also recommend a bottle of water.

How soon after the test will I receive the results?

Results are issued 13 days after the test. The results will be sent by post only. We are not permitted to give results over the phone or by email or fax.

I want to go to University, can you send a copy of my result directly to them?

Yes. We can send up to five recognising organisations copies of your Test Report Form free of charge.

Accommodation

How long can I stay?

You can come for as little as one week or for a whole year. We will welcome you to start a course at any time of the year except the two weeks over Christmas, when the school is closed.

Do you organise accommodation?

Yes, we can arrange homestay with families or in rented flats or houses.

What is the accommodation like?

As a guest in you will eat with the family and be able to join in with family life. If you are sharing the family with another student they will not speak your language. Accommodation is automatically in single rooms for students over the age of 18 at the start of their course but may be in shared rooms (with a student under 18 who speaks another language) for students under 18 at the start of their course. Many families have more than one room and take more than one student. Please note that there is no reduction in the accommodation fee if a student arrives late or leaves early, but additional nights will be charged for if a student arrives early or leaves late. Additional nights may involve moving to a new host.

Is food provided?

All accommodation includes placement charge, bed, breakfast, evening meal and lunch at weekends. Full Board accommodation includes weekday lunch. Full board is automatically provided for Junior Course students, who receive a packed lunch from the school cafe. If you are not on full board you can order sandwiches for lunch, but you must order the day before.

Do you provide a private bathroom?

If you want a private bathroom we can arrange a hotel room or rented accommodation for you.

Do you provide TV?

Most host families will have TV and will allow you to watch with them. There are videos and DVDs in the school which you can watch.

Can I make food and drinks for myself?

There are facilities in the school for you to make food: a microwave, hot water, cups and plates etc. You can eat your food in the school cafe, but not in the classrooms. Please do not make food in your bedroom because of the fire risk - ask your host family.

What kind of accommodation for families do you offer?

Families with children can rent flats or houses in York. Our Welfare Officer will be able to help you to find accommodation meeting your needs.

General English Courses

Can I start any Monday?

During the period covered by the General English Course, you can start on any Monday. You can also start on any Monday during the Gold, Easter and October Courses. During the Summer Course, we have two-week start dates every two weeks and three-week start dates every three weeks.

Do you accept beginners?

No, we accept Elementary level students but not Beginners. If you have only recently started studying English we need to know a little about how long you have been studying, what type of course you have done and your level so we can organise the correct course for you.

Who will be in my class? And how many students will be there?

The maximum number of students in a General English or Gold Course class is 12, on the Summer, Easter and October courses it is 14, although classes are often smaller. Students take a Placement Test on their first day in the College and are then placed in a class according to their level. The age and first language of the students are taken into consideration. On the Summer course students are also divided according to age. We try to mix the nationalities in a class as much as possible to ensure that one language group does not dominate.

What if the level of the class is too low or too high for me?

If after you have completed your first day in the College you think you should be in another level please speak to the Academic Manager.

Will I have the same teacher for all my classes?

During a full day you will be taught by three different teachers.

Where will my classes be?

All your classes will be at Melton College.

My Guided E-Learning account doesn’t work and I can’t log in to my Guided E-Learning account. What can I do?

Try to log in while using the Internet Explorer. Sometimes it won’t work with Firefox. If you still can not log in, just contact us. We will fix it as soon as possible.

Will I get a certificate when I finish the course or pass an examination?

Every student receives a certificate from Melton College that says how long they studied and at what level. Students who take and pass an exam will receive a certificate after the results are published.

Summer Course

Can I start any Monday?

During the period covered by the General English Course, you can start on any Monday. You can also start on any Monday during the Gold, Easter and October Courses. During the Summer Course, we have two-week start dates every two weeks and three-week start dates every three weeks.

Do you accept beginners?

No, we accept Elementary level students but not Beginners. If you have only recently started studying English we need to know a little about how long you have been studying, what type of course you have done and your level so we can organise the correct course for you.

Who will be in my class? And how many students will be there?

The maximum number of students in a General English or Gold Course class is 12, on the Summer, Easter and October courses it is 14, although classes are often smaller. Students take a Placement Test on their first day in the College and are then placed in a class according to their level. The age and first language of the students are taken into consideration. On the Summer course students are also divided according to age. We try to mix the nationalities in a class as much as possible to ensure that one language group does not dominate.

What if the level of the class is too low or too high for me?

If after you have completed your first day in the College you think you should be in another level please speak to the Academic Manager.

Will I have the same teacher for all my classes?

During a full day you will be taught by three different teachers.

Where will my classes be?

All your classes will be at Melton College.

My Guided E-Learning account doesn’t work and I can’t log in to my Guided E-Learning account. What can I do?

Try to log in while using the Internet Explorer. Sometimes it won’t work with Firefox. If you still can not log in, just contact us. We will fix it as soon as possible.

Will I get a certificate when I finish the course or pass an examination?

Every student receives a certificate from Melton College that says how long they studied and at what level. Students who take and pass an exam will receive a certificate after the results are published.

Junior Courses

Can I start any Monday?

During the period covered by the General English Course, you can start on any Monday. You can also start on any Monday during the Gold, Easter and October Courses. During the Summer Course, we have two-week start dates every two weeks and three-week start dates every three weeks.

Do you accept beginners?

No, we accept Elementary level students but not Beginners. If you have only recently started studying English we need to know a little about how long you have been studying, what type of course you have done and your level so we can organise the correct course for you.

Who will be in my class? And how many students will be there?

The maximum number of students in a General English or Gold Course class is 12, on the Summer, Easter and October courses it is 14, although classes are often smaller. Students take a Placement Test on their first day in the College and are then placed in a class according to their level. The age and first language of the students are taken into consideration. On the Summer course students are also divided according to age. We try to mix the nationalities in a class as much as possible to ensure that one language group does not dominate.

What if the level of the class is too low or too high for me?

If after you have completed your first day in the College you think you should be in another level please speak to the Academic Manager.

Will I have the same teacher for all my classes?

During a full day you will be taught by three different teachers.

Where will my classes be?

All your classes will be at Melton College.

My Guided E-Learning account doesn’t work and I can’t log in to my Guided E-Learning account. What can I do?

Try to log in while using the Internet Explorer. Sometimes it won’t work with Firefox. If you still can not log in, just contact us. We will fix it as soon as possible.

Will I get a certificate when I finish the course or pass an examination?

Every student receives a certificate from Melton College that says how long they studied and at what level. Students who take and pass an exam will receive a certificate after the results are published.

Gold Courses

Can I start any Monday?

During the period covered by the General English Course, you can start on any Monday. You can also start on any Monday during the Gold, Easter and October Courses. During the Summer Course, we have two-week start dates every two weeks and three-week start dates every three weeks.

Do you accept beginners?

No, we accept Elementary level students but not Beginners. If you have only recently started studying English we need to know a little about how long you have been studying, what type of course you have done and your level so we can organise the correct course for you.

Who will be in my class? And how many students will be there?

The maximum number of students in a General English or Gold Course class is 12, on the Summer, Easter and October courses it is 14, although classes are often smaller. Students take a Placement Test on their first day in the College and are then placed in a class according to their level. The age and first language of the students are taken into consideration. On the Summer course students are also divided according to age. We try to mix the nationalities in a class as much as possible to ensure that one language group does not dominate.

Do I get materials for the lessons from the college? Can I keep them?

At the beginner of their course all students are given a folder to in which to collect and keep worksheets completed and the work done in lessons. Students take this home at the end of their course. Students are lent a copy of the books used during the lessons. If students wish to buy a copy of their course book they can do and should speak to their teacher or the Academic Manager.

What if the level of the class is too low or too high for me?

If after you have completed your first day in the College you think you should be in another level please speak to the Academic Manager.

Will I have the same teacher for all my classes?

During a full day you will be taught by three different teachers.

Where will my classes be?

All your classes will be at Melton College.

My Guided E-Learning account doesn’t work and I can’t log in to my Guided E-Learning account. What can I do?

Try to log in while using the Internet Explorer. Sometimes it won’t work with Firefox. If you still can not log in, just contact us. We will fix it as soon as possible.

Will I get a certificate when I finish the course or pass an examination?

Every student receives a certificate from Melton College that says how long they studied and at what level. Students who take and pass an exam will receive a certificate after the results are published.

IELTS Preparation

What do I need to bring with me on the IELTS test day?

You need to bring your valid passport or National ID. You will not be allowed to sit the test if you fail to bring either of these. We CANNOT accept photocopies or another form of ID. You will also need a pencil, pen and pencil eraser. We would also recommend a bottle of water.

Do I have to attend a preparation course at Melton College before I sit the test?

You don’t have to attend a preparation course before taking the test. Although many candidates feel this helps their performance. Please ask us if you would like any help with test preparation, we do offer an IELTS preparation course.

How do I apply for IELTS?

You must send a fully completed application form (available from our website), please make sure the form is signed! You also need to send a photocopy of your passport, please make sure this is a clear copy, as well as two passport sized photographs and the test fee. Please ensure you are not wearing glasses.

How can I pay the test fee?

You can pay by cheque (payable to Melton College), postal order, credit/debit card (form available on our website) or cash.

How long does the test take?

The Listening, Reading and Writing exams are conducted in the morning and take approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. The Speaking test takes approximately 20 minutes.

Will I take the speaking test on the same day?

Yes, your speaking test will be on the same day?