St. Hilda's College
Description of St. Hilda's College
St. Hilda's College is one of the most famous colleges of the famous Oxford University. Among famous graduates there are 50 Nobel laureates. The educational institution was founded in 1983. Today, Saint Hilda's College accepts over 60 students annually for summer language courses.
A college is located near the center of Oxford. In walking distance there is a tourist, commercial, entertainment infrastructure.During free time, college students can see sights of the world famous university center of Britain.
The institution is known for its high level of academic preparation. In addition, the language school attracts many students by convenient location. From the classrooms there is a magnificent view of the river. Not far from the school there is a famous landmark of Oxford - the Magdalena Bridge, where annual British competition on flat-bottomed boats starts.
Surrounded by parks and gardens, Hilda's College is a great place to spend summer vacation. It will appeal to students who want to combine their studies with cognitive tourism and active rest.
What is the protocol for handling medical emergencies, and are there medical professionals on-site?
We have a designated medical team and facilities to handle emergencies. All staff members are trained in basic first aid, and we have protocols in place for contacting medical professionals and parents in case of an emergency.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in St. Hilda's College
Intensive English
Quick facts about the English course with an intensity of 22.5 hours / week. Program for high school students шы focused on intensive language learning in school and informal settings.
The program, designed for 2 - 4 weeks, allows students from different countries to improve language skills in the inspiring atmosphere of one of the oldest colleges of Oxford University. The course provides a large number of practical classes. Lessons are held in the format of discussions, modeling of real life situations. This contributes to the development of not only linguistic, but also communicative skills. As a result of studying, a standard Trinity test is given.
- Students age: 13 to 16 years old.
- Requirements for admission: the level of English is from elementary.
- Class size: - 15 students max, although usually a 10-year student, 12
- Duration: 22.5 hours per week.
Individual online studying with teachers in English is offered to foreign students. Study of subjects in English, preparatiom for exams or just learn English are provided. All teachers have a university education, including graduates of leading universities in the UK.
Accommodation, meals, prices
The college provides accommodation in a college residence. There are single and double rooms. In general, there is a games room and a lounge. Facilities are located on the floors of the building. In the rooms of the residence there are all necessary furniture for comfortable living. Also, rooms are equipped with video equipment (TVs, DVDs).
Nutrition in the college is offered integrated. Full board includes hot breakfasts, lunches, dinners in the school cafeteria. During the excursion days, students are provided with packed lunches.
Subjects and sports
Activities St. Hilda's College
Extensive extracurricular programs will not allow students to get bored during their free time. Three excursions are offered per week, two of which are for the whole day. College students can visit London, Bath, Birmingham, Cambridge, Stratford, Windsor Castle, Worthwick and Blenham, Thorpe Park, the unique Stonehenge, and many other interesting sites.
The entertainment program for students is represented by discos, theme parties, sports events.
Daily routine
Lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. In the evenings on non-exercise days, a cultural and entertainment program is organized.
Advantages
- Opportunity to get acquainted with the British educational environment, to improve English, to see the sights of Oxford.
- Summer language courses for 2 - 4 weeks are aimed at students with different language needs and educational goals.
- Convenient location: there is everything necessary for living, entertainment on campus.
Facilities and equipment at St. Hilda's College
Lessons are held in spacious classrooms equipped with computers, projectors, interactive whiteboards. There is a computer class in the college, a gym. Additionally, students of summer courses can take part in sports in the nearby Magdalen College.
Admission dates and extra charges
In the indicated price for studying in the College following points are included:
- Transfers to the airport there and back;
- Cost of meals and accommodation;
- Excursions;
- Examinations;
- Insurance.
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about St. Hilda's College
Recommendations on when to apply
Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
- we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
Sian Thomas is International Student Recruitment Specialist at Inspired Education Group. She has over 14 years' experience in international education. Sian was Head of International Recruitment for a UK based International Boarding school prior to joining Inspired Education. She has a BA Hons Degree in Business Management from Birmingham University with a year studying overseas at San Diego State University (Erasmus programme). Sian has seen first hand how a good educator can change a young person’s life for the better and has a passion for helping students find the perfect school to achieve the best foundation for their academic careers.