Leicester, in the East Midlands, is one of England's most multicultural cities, where the remains of King Richard III were found, and home to the National Space Centre. With the University of Leicester and De Montfort University, it is a young, lively student city.
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language school options in Leicester. Preparation programs at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University are among the options.
In Leicester 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.
Student residences and shared houses are common in Leicester; as a university city, demand rises at the start of the academic year, so book early.
Living costs in Leicester are lower than in London and the south of England, and rent and daily costs suit a student budget.
Buses serve Leicester, and the centre is easy to walk. Trains make it easy to reach other cities.
Leicester has a mild maritime climate, with cool, wet winters and mild summers. The weather can change quickly, so we recommend always carrying a raincoat.
Direct flights from Istanbul to London Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW) and Stansted (STN) take about 4 hours; the train from London takes about 1-1.5 hours.
Because the UK uses daylight saving time, the difference changes with the season: Leicester 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 Leicester 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.
Leicester is known for the National Space Centre, the tomb of Richard III and its colourful Diwali celebrations.
About 1-1.5 hours by train to St Pancras.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
Working is not allowed on visitor or short-term study visas; work rights exist only on certain Student visa programs, for limited hours.
A Standard Visitor visa covers courses of up to 6 months, and a Short-term Study visa covers English courses of 6-11 months.
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