Kaplan-Liverpool (30+ Separate Program)
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| Country & city | Liverpool, United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Courses | 7 |
| Accommodation | 4 |
| Address | 2nd Floor Cotton House, Old Hall Street, Liverpool L3 9TX |
| Official website | www.kaplaninternational.com(opens in a new tab) |
About the School
Study English in Liverpool, UK with Kaplan International English (KIE)! Experience language study in Liverpool, the city of sports and music. Language study in Liverpool, remembered as the home of football and the everlasting Beatles! Liverpool is a city of music and football in central England. The music of the Beatles flows through downtown Liverpool, which also has the largest open-air shopping mall in Europe, and it is a recommended language-study city for Premier League fans as well. Study in the city of the Beatles, the city of Liverpool FC, Manchester United's arch-rival, for football fans, and a city of culture lined with galleries. The Kaplan Liverpool school is located in a historic building with modern facilities, within a 10-minute walk of the city center, so students can easily go downtown after class to enjoy their free time. ㆍ Separate program for students aged 30 and over at the Liverpool Center: At the Liverpool Center, where music, culture, and sports thrive, one floor of the building is dedicated to students aged 30 and over. ㆍ The newest building among the UK centers ㆍ Separate K+ Clubs and activities for students aged 30 and over ㆍ Official Trinity exam center language courses ㆍ Intensive Academic Semester course ㆍ Intensive Academic Year course ㆍ General Academic Semester course ㆍ General Academic Year course ㆍ Intensive language study course ㆍ General language study course ㆍ Vacation language study course ㆍ Business English course ㆍ Intensive Business English course ㆍ IELTS exam preparation course ㆍ Course for students aged 30 and over Accommodation types Student residence: Living in a residence gives you many chances to meet students of many nationalities, which naturally improves your English, and it suits more independent students. The residence has a shared kitchen, dining table, refrigerator, oven, and microwave, as well as a sofa and TV for students to relax. ㆍ Room type: Single room with private bathroom ㆍ Eligible age: 18 and over ㆍ Residence name: Ablett House Ensuite Homestay: You can naturally improve your English by talking with your host family, and the advantage is that you can directly experience British culture. ㆍ Room type: Shared room for 2, single room ㆍ Eligible age: 16 and over ㆍ Meals: 14 meals per week
School Features
- Worldwide Reputation Kaplan is a prestigious private language institution founded in 1938, an education subsidiary of The Washington Post Company and a sister company of Newsweek, and has helped countless students around the world achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals. More than 75,000 students from 150 countries enroll every year. Quality Assurance Kaplan's commitment to high-quality education and student welfare is recognized by government bodies around the world, including the British Council in the UK, ACELS in Ireland, ACCET in the US, NEAS in Australia, NZQA in New Zealand, and Languages Canada. A World of Choice With more than 40 schools in 7 English-speaking countries, Kaplan offers students ideal places to study, from stylish city centers to famous university campuses. It has partnerships with about 300 universities worldwide. Kaplan International English, which has offered premium English programs for more than 80 years, has added European-language programs to become 'Kaplan International Languages', offering broader learning opportunities to more students. Kaplan acquired Alpadia Languages Schools, which provides high-quality language education in Europe, to add French and German courses, and through a strategic partnership with Enforex is introducing Spanish courses. Through this acquisition and the new partnership, adult language centers in 1 city in Switzerland, 1 in France, 2 in Germany, and 4 in Spain offer programs that meet diverse needs, from working holiday visa students seeking rich career experience to students hoping to enter local universities. Courses to meet your needs Students can choose the course best suited to their goals and English level from a wide range of options, including short- and long-term English courses, intensive exam preparation, degree preparation, and paid and unpaid internships. Effective Curriculum Alongside teacher-led General English and elective classes, supplementary study tailored to each student's needs is made up of various programs such as online and offline language learning, clubs, discussions, and project assignments, and continuous monitoring and guidance from the teacher in charge helps maximize each student's learning results. Effective Student Support A dedicated team of staff around the world will provide the support and advice you need at every stage, from preparing for your stay abroad and choosing the accommodation that suits you best, to adapting to your new environment on arrival. K+ Learning System Kaplan International uses its own teaching materials and tools and provides a unique integrated English learning system called K+. The K+ learning system was developed by education experts to meet the needs of Kaplan students, and the curriculum follows the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) standards. K+ notes (textbooks): In-house textbooks and teaching tools, integrated online/offline materials, use of smart boards and K+ tools, available for all levels, 5 books per level (replaced every 2 weeks), textbook fees vary by country K+ Session (K+ tools / K+ clubs): Online/offline supplementary study provided, online learning system built with K+ tools (individual login information provided), students enrolled in holiday English can use part of K+ tools, a variety of offline K+ clubs run at each center, such as Culture, Art, Essay Writing, Cooking, and Q&A Sessions; academic portfolio compiled when enrolling for 10 weeks or more K+ eXtra: Online self-study materials linked to K+ tools
Highlights
- The city of the Beatles and Liverpool FC
- Dedicated classes for students aged 30 and over
- The newest building among the UK centers
- K+ Clubs and activities for students aged 25 and over
Courses & Tuition
| Course | Target | Type | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intensive English (20+8+7L) | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 35 lessons, Class size: avg. 14.5-16 students | 35 lessons per week; 1-4 weeks | about US$469 | week |
| Semi-Intensive English (20+7L) | Age: 16 and over; Lessons per week: 27 lessons; Class size: average 14.5-16 students | 27 lessons/week; weeks 1-4 | about US$418 | week |
| General English (20L) | Age: 16 and over; Lessons per week: 20 lessons; Class size: average 14.5-16 students | 20 lessons per week; 1-4 weeks | about US$380 | week |
| Business English (35L) | Eligible age: 16 and over; Lessons per week: 35 lessons (1 lesson = 45 minutes); Class size: average 14.5-16 students | 35 lessons per week, Supplementary, Intensive; 1-4 weeks | about US$469 | week |
| IELTS Preparation | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 35 lessons, Class size: avg. 14.5-16 students | 35 lessons per week, Supplementary, Intensive; 1-4 weeks | about US$469 | week |
| Cambridge Exam Preparation | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 35 lessons, Class size: avg. 14.5-16 students | 35 lessons per week (B2, C1) (4 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks); 4 weeks | about US$469 | week |
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Accommodation & Costs
| Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Homestay (14 meals per week, Single room, shared bathroom) View details Homestay peak season (5/30-8/22) surcharge ￡30/week Homestay Christmas season (12/19-26) surcharge ￡70 ★ Notes Ages 18 and over (Under 18: ￡20/week extra) | about US$266 |
| Homestay (14 meals per week, Single room, private bathroom) View details Homestay peak season (5/30-8/22) surcharge ￡30/week Homestay Christmas season (12/19-26) surcharge ￡70 ★ Notes Ages 18 and over (Under 18: ￡20/week extra) | about US$342 |
| Dormitory Glassworks (single room, no meals, private bathroom) View details * Dormitory peak season (5/30-8/22): additional ￡40 per week. This dormitory is a studio-style accommodation in central Liverpool, a 10-minute walk to the Kaplan centre, and is ideally located with easy access to Liverpool Lime Street railway station, shops, restaurants and major transport hubs. Each studio has an en-suite, a kitchenette, a small double bed, a study area and a TV, and every room has a window for easy ventilation. The building offers facilities for leisure time, including a 24-hour gym, study rooms and a games room. Address: 36 Vauxhall Rd, Liverpool L3 6AU Link: https://www.abodusstudents.com/cities/liverpool/glassworks/ Fact Sheet: https://www.coei.com/schools/common/schoolform_down.php?Idx=18551 ★ Note: Ages 18 and over | about US$342 |
| Dormitory Vita Liverpool (private studio with bathroom and kitchen, ranging from premium to standard types, prices vary) View details * Dormitory peak season (5/30-8/22): additional ￡40 per week. Address: 5-7 Crosshall St, Liverpool L1 6DQ Facilities: smart TV, Wi-Fi, student lounge, coin laundry room, fitness centre, bicycle storage (free bicycle rental), cafeteria (free breakfast Monday to Friday), 24-hour security Distance: 7-minute walk to the Kaplan Liverpool centre, 5-minute walk to Liverpool Lime Street railway station Bronze Single ￡270/week Gold Single ￡330/week Silver Single ￡300/ Link https://www.vitastudent.com/locations/student-accommodation-liverpool/ Fact Sheet: https://www.coei.com/schools/common/schoolform_down.php?Idx=18552★ Note: Ages 18 and over | about US$342 |
Local Expenses
| Item | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | about US$177 | Once |
| Airport pickup fee (same as 2025 price) (branch) (Heathrow Airport → Liverpool) | about US$699 | Once |
| Airport pickup fee (one way) (Liverpool Airport) | about US$127 | Once |
| Accommodation application fee (non-refundable) | about US$51 | Once |
| Summer peak season tuition surcharge (6/15-8/21) | about US$25 | 1 week |
| Additional fee for guaranteed morning class (charged for up to 12 weeks only, regardless of the number of registered weeks) | about US$25 | 1 week |
| Change fee (school/course/period/accommodation) | about US$89 | Once |
| Summer homestay surcharge (5/30-8/22) | about US$38 | 1 week |
| Summer dormitory surcharge (5/30-8/22) | about US$51 | 1 week |
| Homestay year-end surcharge (12/19-26) | about US$89 | Once |
| Dormitory room transfer fee (room change fee after arrival) | about US$127 | 1 week |
| Online Class | about US$63 | 3 months |
| Online Class | about US$127 | 12 Months |
| Express delivery fee (optional) (non-refundable) | about US$51 | Once |
| Study English in the UK (Short-term study visa) - 6-11 months of study (equivalent USD applied) | about US$271 | Once |
| Student Visa - study of 11 months or more (equivalent USD applies) | about US$664 | Once |
Facilities
Learning environment and facilities at Kaplan Liverpool ㆍ Trinity exam center ㆍ Multinational student mix, tidy classrooms and state-of-the-art teaching facilities ㆍ Excellent Kaplan teachers with long experience ㆍ Best school location ㆍ Smart boards, computer room, lounge
Activities
Sights and things to enjoy ㆍ Visit museums and the places where the Beatles performed on the street ㆍ Visit places where John Lennon and Paul McCartney lived ㆍ Tour the largest cathedral in the UK ㆍ Tour Albert Dock, one of the UK's landmarks, along the waterfront ㆍ Visit the Tate Gallery and the Museum of Liverpool near Albert Dock ㆍ Watch Premier League matches of Liverpool and Everton ㆍ Enjoy live music by the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Surroundings
The city center is about a 10-minute walk away, and a variety of transport options give excellent access to surrounding areas.
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Applied rates (our standard quote rates): 1 GBP = about US$1.27 · 1,000 KRW = about US$0.67
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