Description

Present in more than 40 countries throughout the world, the language travel organization ESL organises high-quality study programmes abroad. In fact, we allow you to learn 20 languages in total immersion. A wide choice of destinations offers you the opportunity to choose the best environment according to your priorities and wishes.

Our programmes include general language courses, preparation courses for official language exams, work experience placements and voluntary work, paid jobs, as well as courses with a professional aim. We even have special packages for the over 50's. Our experienced team offers you a free, personalised and tailor-made advice service. Our language travel organisation, ESL, takes care of your study plans abroad from A to Z.

The world is your oyster, we are the connection.

Switzerland became a nation-state in 1291. The democratic principles in effect at the time still form the base of political life today. German was the official language of the 3 original cantons (federal states). Nowadays, in addition to German, 18% of the population speak French, 10% speak Italian and 1% Rumansch (a language derived from Latin). Switzerland is an enchanting country with magnificent mountains, alpine pastures, peaceful lakes and medieval towns and cities.

Courses we offer in our language schools in Switzerland:

* Standard course
* Intensive course
* Super intensive course
* Combined course
* Preparation for DELF exams
* Preparation for TCF exams

Highlights

We have language schools in three destinations:

Montreux

Our school is situated in the heart of town, only a stone's throw from the lake, the shops, bars and restaurants. Richly coloured and bordered by palm trees, the quays reveal their secrets along the walk from the Auditorium to the Château de Chillon, where you will find small bays ideal for sunbathing, picnicking or partying, and beautiful gardens, lively terraces and international restaurants. A first-class cultural calendar also helps make Montreux the ideal environment for studying French in a magnificent region.

Lausanne

Our partner school is situated in the famous Flon district at the heart of Lausanne and is just as easily reached on foot as by public transport. The language school building has 10 modern and very well-equipped classrooms, a multimedia centre with free Internet access and a relaxation area for students. On the ground floor, you will have access to a cafeteria. a bank and several shops. The school itself occupies the 2nd and 3rd floors of a building which also houses the most important private adult training institute in Switzerland. It will be easy for you to combine your French classes with a course given by the institute where you will be able to mix with inhabitants of the region.

Home Language International

Live and study in your teacher's home and learn the language of your choice in the country of your choice. Are you someone who sat alone at the back of the class and never found yourself in realistic conditions for mastering a foreign language? Shyness? Lack of motivation? Specific individual needs? Or simply too little time available? We've got the solution! Our partner Home Language International offers teaching of unrivalled quality which is a result of the effectiveness of its method: offering the student total immersion in the teacher's home and focusing one-to-one lessons directly on the student's specific needs. This method applies to everyone, there is no age limit for our participants! You have a choice between 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours of one-to-one lessons per week.

Languages

• French

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• French

Cost in US$:

Please contact ESL-Languages for details

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

ESL - Language Studies Abroad's Mission Statement

ESL - Language studies abroad gives you the opportunity to take off to a wide choice of fabulous destinations across the world for a tailor-made language course. Our highly trained and experienced team members can help you find the language study program abroad that is right for your needs and expectations.

Year Founded

1996