Experience Los Angeles Summer English & City Exploration Program

Course Description: Experience Los Angeles Summer English & City Exploration Program

🌞 Summer in Los Angeles

English Immersion Programme at Concordia University, California 🇺🇸

Give your child the opportunity to develop real English fluency while experiencing the energy, culture, and lifestyle of Southern California. This immersive summer programme at Concordia University blends structured English learning with a rich cultural and excursion schedule, allowing students to practise English naturally while exploring some of the most iconic destinations in the United States.

Designed for international students, the programme offers a safe university-campus environment, high academic standards, comfortable on-campus accommodation, and a carefully supervised social programme that balances learning, independence, and fun.

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📍 Location: Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles is one of the world’s most dynamic and diverse cities, known for its global culture, creative industries, beaches, and iconic landmarks. From Hollywood and Santa Monica to Malibu and San Diego, students are immersed in authentic American life while communicating in English every day.

The programme is hosted at Concordia University, providing students with a genuine taste of U.S. university life in a secure, supportive setting.

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🏫 Campus & Facilities: Concordia University

Concordia University offers a modern, spacious campus designed to support both academic learning and student wellbeing. The campus features:

• Contemporary classrooms equipped for interactive learning

• Open green spaces for relaxation and socialising

• Student lounges and communal areas

• On-campus residences close to teaching facilities

Its location allows easy access to Los Angeles’ most famous attractions while maintaining a calm, safe residential environment ideal for international students.

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📘 English Language Programme

Students take part in 20 English lessons per week (15 hours), delivered by experienced instructors who specialise in teaching international learners.

Academic Focus

The curriculum is designed to strengthen all core language skills:

• Speaking & Pronunciation – developing confidence in real conversations

• Listening & Comprehension – understanding different accents and contexts

• Reading & Writing – improving accuracy, structure, and vocabulary

• Functional English – using English in everyday situations

Lessons are interactive, engaging, and discussion-based, encouraging students to actively participate rather than passively listen.

Teaching Approach

• Small, level-appropriate classes

• Communicative, student-centred learning

• Games, role-play, projects, and group discussions

• Continuous feedback to support improvement

Students are placed according to level, from beginner to advanced, ensuring appropriate challenge and steady progress.

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🗣️ Learning Beyond the Classroom

Language learning does not stop when lessons end. English is practised throughout the day through:

• Social activities with international peers

• English-speaking activity leaders

• Cultural visits and excursions

• Group challenges and collaborative projects

This immersion helps students gain confidence quickly and use English naturally in real-world settings.

🗓️ A Day in the Life at the Los Angeles Summer Camp

Every day at the Los Angeles Summer Camp is carefully structured to balance English learning, cultural exploration, social time, and rest, ensuring students stay engaged, supported, and motivated throughout their stay.

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🌅 Morning: Start the Day with Purpose

Students begin their day with breakfast on campus, enjoying a relaxed meal with friends from around the world before heading to class.

Typical Morning Schedule

• 07:30 – 08:45 | Breakfast & morning routine

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

Morning lessons focus on:

• Speaking and pronunciation

• Listening and comprehension

• Vocabulary development

• Interactive discussions and group work

Classes are taught in small groups, allowing students to actively participate and build confidence in a supportive environment.

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🍴 Midday: Lunch & Social Time

After classes, students return to the dining hall for lunch. This is an important social moment where students relax, recharge, and continue practising English informally with their peers and activity leaders.

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🌴 Afternoon: Excursions, Activities & Real-World English

Afternoons are dedicated to excursions, cultural visits, and on-campus activities, rotating throughout the week.

Depending on the day, students may:

• Explore Hollywood, visit the Griffith Observatory, or walk along the Hollywood Walk of Fame

• Spend time at Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach, or Laguna Beach

• Visit Newport Beach and enjoy Balboa Island with whale watching

• Shop and socialise at Irvine Spectrum Center or Fashion Island

• Attend a live baseball game

• Join organised sports, hiking, or creative activities on campus

All activities are fully supervised and designed to encourage students to use English in natural, real-life situations.

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🌇 Evening: Community & Relaxation

Evenings are spent back on campus, providing a balance between fun and rest.

Typical Evening Activities

• Group games and social events

• Movie nights

• Sports and fitness sessions

• Cultural evenings and themed events

• Graduation party during the final week

Dinner is served on campus, and students are supported by residential staff throughout the evening.

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🌙 Night: Wind Down & Rest

After evening activities, students return to their residences to relax, connect with family, and prepare for the next day.

• Quiet hours and curfews are enforced

• Residential staff are available overnight

• Students enjoy a safe, calm environment to rest and recharge

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🌍 Weekends & Special Days

Weekends feature full-day excursions, such as a day trip to San Diego, allowing students to experience even more of Southern California.

Arrival and departure days are reserved for travel and settling in, with no scheduled excursions or classes.

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🎓 A Balanced Experience

This daily structure ensures students:

• Make measurable progress in English

• Build independence and confidence

• Experience American culture first-hand

• Form international friendships

• Feel safe, supported, and engaged throughout the programme

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🏠 Accommodation: On-Campus Student Suites

Students stay in modern on-campus accommodation, offering comfort, privacy, and opportunities to socialise with other international students.

Room & Suite Configuration

• Spacious double rooms

• Ensuite bathrooms connecting two rooms

• Maximum of 4 students per bathroom

Each room includes:

• Twin-size bed

• Desk and chair

• Microwave and mini-fridge

• Ceiling fan

• Large private walk-in closet

• Sink and vanity area separate from the bathroom

Included Services & Facilities

• Free Wi-Fi throughout the campus

• Bed linens, pillows, and towels provided

• Weekly linen exchange

• Full room/suite cleaning on arrival and one mid-stay cleaning

• Student lounges and fitness centre

• Laundry facilities (washers and dryers, app-operated)

• 24/7 campus security

Accommodation is supervised, ensuring students feel safe while enjoying a degree of independence appropriate for their age.

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🍽️ Meals & Dining

All meals are included and served in a relaxed, student-friendly environment.

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

• Weekends: All-you-can-eat brunch and dinner

Meals are balanced and varied, catering to international tastes.

A highlight of the programme is a special group dinner at the Hard Rock Café in Hollywood, giving students a memorable cultural dining experience.

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🌴 Social Programme & Excursions

A comprehensive programme of weekday activities and weekend excursions allows students to explore Southern California while practising English in real-life contexts.

Major Excursion Highlights

Students may visit:

• Hollywood Walk of Fame & Chinese Theatre

• Griffith Observatory and views of the Hollywood Sign

• Santa Monica Pier and beach

• Venice Beach and boardwalk

• Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive

• Malibu & Zuma Beach

• Laguna Beach

• Newport Beach & Fashion Island

• Balboa Island with whale-watching cruise

• Irvine Spectrum Center

• Getty Villa

• San Diego day excursion

• Attend a live Los Angeles Angels baseball game

All excursions are fully supervised, with trained staff accompanying students at all times.

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🎓 Course Options

General English (Ages 12–20)

Suitable for all language levels, this course focuses on:

• Communication and fluency

• Confidence in speaking

• Cultural awareness

• Practical English for everyday 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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✈️ Airport Transfers (Optional)

Airport transfers are available for students arriving at and departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This service is optional but highly recommended for international students to ensure a smooth, safe, and well-supervised journey to and from campus.

🛬 Arrival Transfers

• Arrival airport: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

• Arrival window: Between 09:00 and 21:00

Students arriving within this time window will be met by programme staff or authorised transfer partners and escorted directly to the campus.

🛫 Departure Transfers

• Departure airport: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

• Departure window: Between 12:00 and 21:00

Students will be collected from campus and transferred to the airport in time for their scheduled departure.

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💼 Transfer Pricing (One Way)

• Shared transfer: USD 250

• Private transfer: USD 250

• Unaccompanied Minor (UM) service: USD 70 (additional, if required by the airline)

Prices are per student, per journey.

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⏰ Early & Late Flight Supplement

Please note that flights arriving before 09:00 or departing after 21:00 will incur an additional USD 100 surcharge (one way) due to staffing and out-of-hours transport requirements.

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🔐 Transfer Safety & Supervision

All transfers are organised by the programme and include:

• Approved drivers and vehicles

• Clear handover procedures

• Supervision from arrival to campus (and vice versa)

This ensures students travel safely and parents have peace of mind.

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🏅 Certificate

At the end of the programme, all students receive an official certificate of participation, recognising their academic progress and successful completion of the course.

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🔐 Student Supervision & Safety

Student welfare is a top priority. The programme includes:

• 24/7 campus security

• Dedicated residential staff

• Supervised activities and excursions

• Clear rules, curfews, and welfare checks

Parents can be confident their child is supported in a safe and structured environment.

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✨ What Makes This Programme Stand Out

• Authentic U.S. university campus experience

• One of the most extensive excursion programmes in California

• Strong academic structure combined with cultural immersion

• International student community

• Safe, supervised, and well-organised environment