Advanced Studies Language Center in England

• Established: 1987
• Location: Bath, England
• Students age: from 16 years
• Language of instruction: English
• Type of training: residence, self-catering.

Advanced Studies in England (ASE) is a training center located in the English city of Bath. The educational institution has an unusual history: ASE was founded by New Yorker Dr. Don Nunes and was conceived as a place to study, combining the best of British and American systems. Dr. colleagues in Bath, Oxford, and America were involved in developing the program.

The first students (11 people) at ASE appeared in the spring of 1989. In 2000, ASE was presented at the NAFSA International Education Conference, and since 2004 the center has become a non-profit unit of Franklin and Marshall College. The latter has a reputation as a reputable college and a number of accreditations confirming its respectability: from the Commission for Higher Education of the Middle States, the regional accreditation agency to official recognition by the US Department of Education.

Over the years, ASE College has done a great job, so it can rightfully be proud of its reputation for academic excellence. In addition to a well-thought-out curriculum, which is implemented in groups of 13 people, the college is distinguished by a qualified teaching staff - it includes many teachers from Oxford.

A few quick facts about ASE:

• Training is offered for a semester, school year or during the summer months
• Sophisticated Humanities Academic Program
• Organization of study tours as part of the educational program
• Residences not only in Bath, but also in Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon
• A diverse social program.

ASE Center does not have hostels - students are accommodated in residential buildings or apartments in the historic areas of the city:

• Northampton street
• Katarin Place
• Linley and Nunes houses
• Pulteny Bridge and Great Pulteny Street on St. Johns Road
• Ralph Residence
• Nunes House.

They are all located in interesting urban areas and within walking distance of the training campus. In dormitories for young people, in addition to living rooms, Wi-Fi, TV, radio, laundry, shared recreation areas, bathrooms and kitchens are available. Students are allocated to residences on the day of arrival.

As for nutrition, ASE students are self-service, that is, they independently buy products and cook. On average, students need £ 48 each week to eat.

ASE students will find a carefully structured social and cultural program that motivates them to immerse themselves in urban life: the cultural heritage of Bath, combined with the compactness of the territory, make it an excellent place for foreign students to live and communicate with native speakers.

ASE executives strive to give students a glimpse of Britain from the inside out, so young people will not only live in Bath during their studies: each semester includes staying at University College Oxford for a week + three days in Stratford-upon-Avon. The latter is scheduled to attend a performance by the world famous Royal Shakespeare Company. From here, day trips are organized behind the rural "treasures" hidden from the general public in the outback of England or Wales.

ASE students are granted membership in the Bath Spa University Student Union, which entitles them to use the free shuttle bus that goes to the university. On campus, they can visit Sports Village, STA Travel, student bars or cafes.

To familiarize students with various communities of the city, a number of informational meetings and study tours are provided. Each student will have a full-time mentor who will help in all the nuances of extracurricular life.

Some of the available communities are:

• Next Stage Theater Company
• FoodCycle Charity Community
• Organic Gardening Group
• Running community Good Gym and others.

Groups and organizations within the educational institution are also available for ASE students: the list is quite extensive - from yoga to knitting, dances (from Scottish dances to salsa) and other types of arts (writing, painting, theater and more). There are even contemporary art courses in ceramics, cinema, musical theater and visual art.

ASE is located in the heart of the British city of Bath, dating from the 18th century. In just 90 minutes you can reach London from here. To accommodate students, buildings are offered in the historical part of the city, from which the main city attractions are located a few steps away - Roman baths, an abbey, galleries, museums, various restaurants, cafes and other places of food and entertainment. In addition, ASE has branch offices in Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon, where students will travel as part of the program.

The academic year in Advanced Studies in England is divided into two semesters. The deadline for submission for the spring semester is October 7, and for the fall - until May 29.

The cost of training includes:

• Academic studies and administrative expenses
• Accommodation in Bath, Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon
• Food allowance (from 48 £ / week)
• Training Course Travel
• Cultural and social events (visits to theaters, museums and galleries)
• College bus free travel to event venues.

Additionally paid:

• Training deposit per semester - $ 500
• Tuition fee - $ 1000
• For students studying art, a residence is provided for a fee
• Optional study trip to Dublin
• Round Trip Flights
• Visa application
• Insurance
• The cost of books.

In order to become a student of Advanced Studies in England, everyone should take a few steps:

1. Register on the ASE website
2. Fill out an online application and print it
3. Prepare and collect documents: an official transcript reflecting the courses taken and overall performance; recommendations from two teachers (if the total average score is below 0); letter of application and resume (if necessary)
4. Send the application form and all additional materials of the selection committee in Bath
5. After receiving and considering the application, representatives of the commission will contact the candidate within 5 business days.

ASE offers its students a series of scholarships that will help them significantly reduce the cost of studying for programs. Applying for a scholarship includes 2 stages:

• Application letter (filed with the main application) indicating the type of financial support for which you are applying, and the reasons for applying
• A financial aid application detailing current awards.

Types of financial support:

• ASE scholarship based on needs - up to £ 1,000 / semester.
• Educational scholarship. The Ann Nunes Fellowship is named after the Director of ASE from 1997 to 2004. This is a scholarship of £ 500 per semester, which is provided to all students as part of the curriculum.
• Memorial Fellowship. This kind of financial support came up with Don Nunez, who was the director of ASE until his death in November 1997. He believed that the training center should be accessible for ethnic diversity, so the Don Nunez Memorial Scholarship is granted to representatives of ethnic groups depending on their financial needs. Size - 1000 £ / semester.
• ASE Alumni Association Scholarship. Graduates of the training center generously support ASE, so they can fund at least one student per semester that has such a need.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision