University of California, Berkeley - English for Future Leaders

Course Description: University of California, Berkeley - English for Future Leaders

Spend your summer studying English on the iconic campus of University of California, Berkeley, one of the world’s most respected public universities. Located in the creative, intellectual city of Berkeley, this programme places students just a short subway (BART) ride from San Francisco, offering the perfect balance of academic focus, cultural discovery, and West Coast adventure.

Designed for international students aged 13–17, the programme combines high-quality English instruction, on-campus living, and daily supervised activities. Students can join for 2, 3, or 4 weeks, choosing a learning pathway that matches their academic goals and confidence level.

***

🌟 Programme Overview

This immersive summer experience helps students:

• Improve English fluency and accuracy

• Build confidence in speaking and academic communication

• Develop critical thinking and collaboration skills

• Experience authentic American campus and city life

The programme includes:

• Morning English classes (Monday–Friday)

• Afternoon activities and local exploration

• One full-day excursion per week

• Supervised on-campus accommodation with meals included

Students may enrol in:

• General English (2–4 weeks), or

• Specialised English Tracks (2 weeks):

• Academic English

• Business English

***

📍 Location Highlights – Berkeley & San Francisco Bay Area

• Study and live on the UC Berkeley campus, known for innovation and academic excellence

• Set in the lively, student-friendly city of Berkeley, with cafés, bookstores, and arts venues

• Stunning views across San Francisco Bay 🌉

• Easy access to San Francisco via BART subway, perfect for supervised excursions

• Safe, welcoming environment with a strong international student presence

***

🏡 Accommodation & Campus Life

Students stay in traditional-style dormitories on the UC Berkeley campus, enjoying a true American university experience.

Accommodation features include:

• Comfortable shared dorm rooms

• Wi-Fi access throughout campus

• On-site laundry facilities (small fee payable)

• Secure, supervised residence halls

• Access to campus green spaces and common areas

Meals included:

• Full room & board

• Three meals per day served on campus 🍽️

• Packed lunches provided on excursion days

Residential staff are available to support students throughout the day and evening.

***

📘 English Courses

English for Future Leaders

This interactive, skills-based course is designed to help students use English confidently in academic and real-world contexts.

Course features:

• Classes held directly on the UC Berkeley campus

• Average 14 students per class for personalised attention

• 20 lessons per week

• Open to all levels, from Beginner to Advanced

• Emphasis on:

• Speaking & listening

• Reading & writing

• Presentation skills

• Teamwork and leadership

Lessons are engaging, practical, and discussion-based, helping students communicate naturally and confidently.

Students staying multiple weeks can extend or combine courses to create a tailored study plan.

***

🗓️ A Typical Day at UC Berkeley ☀️

Each day is carefully structured to balance learning, exploration, and social connection.

🌅 Morning

08:00 – 09:00

Breakfast on campus – start the day with a hearty meal and time with friends ☕🥐

09:00 – 12:30

English Classes – small-group lessons focusing on:

• Real-world communication

• Academic writing and vocabulary

• Speaking fluency and presentations

***

🍽️ Midday

12:30 – 13:30

Lunch on campus or a packed lunch on excursion days

***

🌉 Afternoon Adventures

13:30 – 17:00

Supervised activities and excursions, rotating daily. Examples include:

• 🚴 Bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge

• 🎡 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

• 🌿 UC Botanical Garden tour

• 🧪 San Francisco Exploratorium or Ferry Building

• 🐟 Pier 39, Fisherman’s Wharf & Chinatown

• 🎨 Berkeley Art Walk or campus scavenger hunt

• 🧺 Picnic and games in Golden Gate Park

***

🌙 Evening

17:00 – 18:00

Dinner back on campus

18:30 – 21:00

Evening social programme:

• Movie Night or Trivia Night 🎬

• Game Night or Talent Show 🎤

• Cultural Exchange Night 🌍

• Welcome and Farewell Parties 🎉

• Evening walks through Berkeley’s downtown

21:30 – 22:30

Free time in dorms – relax, journal, call home, or chat with friends

22:30

Lights out – rest up for another exciting day in California 🌙

***

🚌 Excursions & Weekend Experiences

Each week includes a full-day excursion to some of Northern California’s most exciting destinations, such as:

• 🎢 Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

• 🏖️ Santa Cruz Beach & Amusement Park

• 🌉 Downtown San Francisco & Golden Gate Park

These trips are fully supervised and designed to complement classroom learning with real-life cultural exposure.

***

✈️ Airport Transfers

Optional supervised airport transfers are available:

• San Francisco International Airport (SFO): $240 one way

Transfers include:

• Airport meet-and-greet on arrival

• Safe, supervised transport to campus

• Coordinated departures at the end of the programme

Students arriving together may share transfers, where possible.

***

🎯 Why Choose This Programme?

✔️ Study on a world-class U.S. university campus

✔️ Improve English through immersive, practical learning

✔️ Explore San Francisco and Northern California safely

✔️ Live in a supportive, international community

✔️ Build confidence, independence, and global perspective