Discover Miami Summer English & City Exploration Program

Course Description: Discover Miami Summer English & City Exploration Program

🌴 Summer in Miami

English Immersion Programme at the University of Miami 🇺🇸

Give your child the opportunity to improve their English while experiencing one of the most vibrant and culturally diverse cities in the United States. This immersive summer programme at the University of Miami combines high-quality English instruction with exciting city exploration, beach time, and cultural experiences across Miami and South Florida.

Designed for international students, the programme offers a safe, structured university campus environment while allowing students to experience Miami’s famous beaches, art districts, and multicultural communities—all while using English in real-world situations every day.

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📍 Location: Miami, Florida

Miami is a dynamic coastal city known for its sunshine, beaches, Latin American influence, and creative energy. From South Beach and Little Havana to Wynwood and Bayside, students are immersed in authentic American life with a unique international atmosphere.

The programme is hosted at the University of Miami, offering students a genuine U.S. university experience in a secure and supportive setting.

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🏫 Campus & Facilities: University of Miami

The University of Miami campus provides an ideal environment for learning, living, and socialising. Students benefit from:

• Beautiful green spaces and palm-lined walkways

• Modern academic facilities

• Comfortable, secure residence halls

• Easy access to Miami’s top attractions

The campus is carefully supervised and designed to help international students feel safe, confident, and at home.

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📘 English Language Programme

Students follow a structured academic schedule with 20 English lessons per week (15 hours), taught by experienced ESL teachers.

Academic Focus

Lessons are designed to strengthen:

• Speaking fluency and pronunciation

• Listening comprehension

• Reading and writing skills

• Vocabulary and everyday communication

Classes are interactive and student-centred, using discussions, group work, role-play, and project-based learning to build confidence and accuracy.

Teaching Style

• Small, level-based classes

• Continuous feedback and support

• Emphasis on practical, real-world English

Students are placed according to ability, from beginner to advanced.

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🗣️ Learning Beyond the Classroom

English learning continues throughout the day as students:

• Socialise with international peers

• Communicate with English-speaking staff and activity leaders

• Practise English during excursions and cultural visits

This immersive approach helps students gain confidence naturally and quickly.

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🏠 Accommodation: On-Campus Residence Halls

Students stay in suite-style accommodation on the University of Miami campus, offering comfort, safety, and opportunities to socialise.

Accommodation Features

• Double rooms with twin XL beds

• Desk, chair, closet, and dresser

• In-suite bathrooms shared between two rooms

• Maximum ratio of 1 bathroom per 4 students

• Recycling and waste facilities

Included Services & Facilities

• Air conditioning throughout the residence halls

• Free Wi-Fi across campus

• Linens, towels, pillow, and blanket provided

• Weekly linen exchange

• Full cleaning on arrival and one mid-stay cleaning

• Free on-campus laundry facilities

• Communal common areas

• 24/7 security and supervised access

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🍽️ Meals

Meals are designed to keep students energised while allowing them to experience local culture.

• Weekdays: All-you-can-eat breakfast and lunch

• Weekends: Brunch

• Dinners: On campus or at selected local restaurants, giving students a taste of Miami life

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🌴 Social Programme & Excursions

Students enjoy a rich programme of afternoon activities and full-day weekend excursions, carefully supervised by programme staff.

Highlights may include:

• South Beach

• Bayside Marketplace & boat tour

• Little Havana

• Lincoln Road

• Miracle Mile

• Wynwood art district

• Frost Museum & Pérez Art Museum

• Everglades & Sawgrass Mills

• Key Biscayne

• On-campus sports and social activities

• Live baseball game

• Optional premium experiences (e.g. Kennedy Space Center for eligible students)

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🗓️ A Day in the Life at the Miami Summer Camp

Each day follows a consistent structure that balances learning, exploration, social time, and rest—helping students feel secure while staying engaged.

🌅 Morning: English & Academic Focus

• 07:30 – 08:45 | Breakfast on campus

• 09:00 – 12:00 | English language classes

Morning lessons focus on speaking, listening, vocabulary, and confidence-building through interactive activities and group work.

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🍽️ Midday: Lunch & Social Time

Students enjoy lunch with friends and staff, relaxing and continuing to practise English in an informal setting.

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🌴 Afternoon: Miami Exploration

Afternoons are dedicated to excursions or organised activities. Depending on the day, students may:

• Visit South Beach or Bayside

• Explore cultural districts like Little Havana or Wynwood

• Enjoy museum visits or outdoor activities

• Take part in sports or creative workshops on campus

All activities are supervised and designed to encourage real-world English use.

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🌇 Evening: Community & Relaxation

Evenings include dinner followed by structured social activities such as:

• Group games

• Movie nights

• Sports and fitness sessions

• Cultural or themed evenings

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🌙 Night: Rest & Supervision

Students return to their residence halls to relax and prepare for the next day.

• Quiet hours and curfews enforced

• Residential staff available overnight

• 24/7 campus security

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🎓 Courses Offered

General English (Ages 12–20)

Suitable for all levels, focusing on communication, confidence, and practical language use.

Special Academic Courses

(Ages 15–20 | Minimum B2 English required)

Students seeking additional academic enrichment may choose one of the following:

🌍 Model United Nations (MUN)

Students simulate the United Nations by representing a country at a mock international conference. They research political, economic, and cultural topics, develop policy positions, and participate in debates and negotiations. The course strengthens:

• Public speaking

• Critical thinking

• Diplomacy and leadership

• Research and formal writing skills

💼 Young Entrepreneurs

A hands-on introduction to business and innovation. Students work on real projects covering:

• Business ideas and planning

• Marketing and branding

• Financial basics

• Team collaboration and pitching

Note: An additional $100 applies for the 2-week program of the special courses (MUN, Young Entrepreneurs, and Coding).

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🏅 Certificate

All students receive a certificate of participation at the end of the programme.

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✈️ Airport Transfers (Optional)

Airport transfers are available for students arriving at and departing from Miami International Airport (MIA) and Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL).

🛬 Arrival Transfers

• Airports: MIA or FLL

• Arrival window: 09:00 – 21:00

🛫 Departure Transfers

• Airports: MIA or FLL

• Departure window: 12:00 – 21:00

💼 Transfer Pricing (One Way)

Miami International Airport (MIA):

• Shared transfer: USD 150

• Private transfer: USD 150

• Unaccompanied Minor (UM): USD 70

Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL):

• Shared transfer: USD 250

• Private transfer: USD 250

• Unaccompanied Minor (UM): USD 70

⏰ Early / Late Flight Supplement

Flights arriving before 09:00 or departing after 21:00 incur an additional USD 100 surcharge (one way).

All transfers are organised by the programme and include safe, supervised transport.

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🔐 Student Safety & Supervision

• 24/7 campus security

• Dedicated residential staff

• Supervised excursions and activities

• Clear welfare procedures and curfews

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✨ What Makes This Programme Special

• Authentic U.S. university campus experience

• Strong academic structure with immersive learning

• Rich cultural programme across Miami & South Florida

• Safe, supportive, and international environment

• Ideal balance of education, fun, and independence