Bedford, on the Great Ouse, is a town known for its riverside parks, long-established schools and multicultural population. With a University of Bedfordshire campus and fast trains to London, it offers an affordable alternative.
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language school options in Bedford. Preparation programs at the University of Bedfordshire and schools in the town are among the options.
In Bedford you can book short courses of 1-2 weeks. On an intensive program, one English level usually takes 8-12 weeks. Reaching the IELTS score universities ask for usually needs a 6-12 month plan, depending on your starting level.
The biggest factor in the price is the length of your booking: the weekly fee drops noticeably for bookings of 12 weeks or more. Besides tuition, budget for items such as the registration fee, materials and the student visa and health insurance. NGGlobal students can take advantage of the schools' seasonal offers.
At most language schools courses start every Monday, though complete beginners may have set start dates. For programs that require a visa, we recommend applying at least 2-3 months ahead. July and August are the busiest months.
For the visa application, the school's acceptance letter, proof of payment, bank statements, accommodation details and evidence of ties to Turkey (work, school or family) are important. Long-term and academic programs use a Student visa application based on the CAS issued by the school.
Working in breach of visa rules can have serious consequences, such as visa cancellation and refusal of future applications. NGGlobal helps you plan a realistic budget for the course and living costs.
Homestay is the most common option in Bedford, and schools usually place students with families who live within easy reach of the school.
Living costs in Bedford are around the English average, with rent much lower than in London.
Buses serve Bedford, and the centre is easy to walk. Trains make it easy to reach other cities.
Bedford lies in one of England's driest and sunniest regions, with mild summers and cool winters.
Direct flights from Istanbul to London Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW) and Stansted (STN) take about 4 hours; the train from London takes about 40-60 minutes.
Because the UK uses daylight saving time, the difference changes with the season: Bedford is 2 hours behind Turkey in summer and 3 hours behind in winter. When it is 12:00 in Turkey, it is 09:00 in Bedford in winter and 10:00 in summer.
You can decide with NGGlobal which school, course and type of accommodation suit you best. We follow the whole process for you, from application and visa to arrival.
About 40-60 minutes by train to St Pancras.
About 20-25 minutes by train.
A Standard Visitor visa covers courses of up to 6 months, and a Short-term Study visa covers English courses of 6-11 months.
Yes. Schools offer homestay, student residence and shared flat options, and NGGlobal arranges your accommodation together with your enrolment.
Schools are open all year; summer is the liveliest period, while autumn and winter are quieter and usually cheaper.
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