Goldsmiths, University of London: Englisches Sommercamp

This programme is designed for students who wish to improve their overall English language proficiency while experiencing life at a world-renowned university in the heart of London. Based at Goldsmiths, University of London, a centre of the Arts founded in 1891, the course combines structured classroom learning with a full programme of activities and excursions to London's iconic sites and beyond. With a focus on communication and confidence-building, this programme provides a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for both academic and social success in English-speaking environments.

The programme offers 15 hours of English lessons per week, delivered in classes with a maximum size of 20 students to ensure individual attention and active participation. Teaching follows a communicative and interactive methodology that focuses on collaboration through creative projects and review sessions, using English in real-world contexts. Lessons build all core language skills – speaking, listening, reading, and writing – with a strong emphasis on communication, fluency, and confidence. Students are placed into classes according to their English level, which ranges from Elementary to Proficiency, and the programme can be adjusted to accommodate lower levels if needed. The curriculum is designed in-house and uses engaging, modern topics that students can relate to. The programme's collaboration with National Geographic Learning ensures access to high-quality, engaging course materials that bring the world into the classroom. Each lesson provides students with opportunities to reflect on their learning process and develop critical thinking skills while using English. Additional academic choices include the Trinity GESE exam, as well as customised curriculums such as Employability for the 21st Century (available for students aged 14+ with minimum English level B1) and Academic Skills for Higher Education (available for students with minimum English level B1, minimum of 12 students).

The course is focused on developing overall English proficiency, communication skills, and cultural awareness through project-based learning, real-world contexts, and exciting excursions around London, Brighton, and Cambridge.