Learning English Abroad

Let's look at some of the advantages of learning the language in the country where you'll be surrounded by native speakers.

In a foreign country where English is the mother tongue, you are surrounded by people who communicate in English. Even when you do your everyday errands, like go the store, go for a drink or to a party, you will be faced with situations where you’ll simply have to speak in a foreign language. Surrounded by English on the street, on television, in stores and at school, you will not be able to escape it. It is true that many people feel that all they have to do to gain the knowledge of English, is living abroad. But that's not quite true. Despite the fact that you are in contact with English all the time, it is important to study. Therefore, the language school is pretty important. Surely, you will be able to communicate faster and easier because you have no other choice but to use a foreign language.

As I already mentioned in the introduction, for all young people who want to earn their crust, nowadays learning a foreign language is not only one of the goals of a successful study, but it is an increasingly important component of a successful occupation. Upon successfully completing courses abroad, you will receive a certificate that will certainly become an important part of your CV. Without knowledge of foreign languages in today's times, the border of your movement can be limited. With the basics knowledge of English you can travel without any major problems, but for some bigger ventures, such as employment, basic knowledge is not sufficient. English is not only a reference to a potential future employer; it is also a key that opens the door to the world. Older people are very much aware of that. For those who during the study did not improve their English skills, it is difficult to travel abroad on their own. They face many closed doors. Some say, it is never too late, but "older you get, harder things are going into your head," says my mother. Therefore, take advantage of what youth is offering and beside all madness that goes through your head learn a foreign language. Surely this will be one of the best investments in the future.

In fact, it is quite easy. The Internet offers endless possibilities. As the knowledge of foreign languages is necessity, language courses are ideal opportunity to upgrade the English skills. There is a little sea of course providers, as well as the prices vary greatly depending on the number of hours and level of the course. Most providers offer basic courses. You can choose between a standard course where you will be part of contextual lessons that ensures students to improve their ability to apply language structures like grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation and improve their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Then there are intensive courses that upgrade the basic knowledge and provide further improvement of students’ fluency and communicative competence by expanding on vocabulary and practicing speaking skills. You can also choose business courses and so on. Most providers offer six levels of language. Some providers of language courses also have lessons in the evenings, which you can combine with work. In short, there are many options, so many, to meet every desire. In addition, in a price of the course and all teaching material, usually accommodation is also included, where again you can choose between staying in a dorm room, with family, etc. Surf on the internet and you'll surely find a suitable course for yourself.

Wish to visit South Africa? Indescribably excited Ana who won the Hosteling International Slovenia prize competition called ‘Learning English in South Africa’ was thrilled with the entire experience there. She admitted that there was a fear present, as her English was weak. But she was forced to communicate in a foreign language, because she was the only Slovenian-speaking girl there. And she gained a lot. If you want to improve English language skills in South Africa, click www.ihcapetown.com.

A bit closer, in Ireland, An Oige offers a memorable experience while learning English in Dublin. You will sleep in Dublin International Hostel. You can choose 5, 12, 19 or 26 day learning course in a school that is only a few minutes away from the hostel. You will meet groups of young people from around the world who learn English there and make new friends. And that is just another advantage of small groups of students that are formed.

 

What about Malta? You can combine wild fun, new adventures, new interesting people and English course. NSTS was initiated by students in Malta who wanted cheaper accommodations, but now for more than half of a century, it operates as English Language Institute. More information is available at: http://ow.ly/nbVte 

 

For all members of Hostelling International and EF International Language Centers offers a 5% discount for any EF course you choose. Centers are all over the world. They offer courses for young people aged 10-18 in a form of all inclusive activity-filled language adventure (language travel), language courses abroad for everybody over 16 years at an fully accredited EF schools that starts every Monday. You can study language as long as your heart desires.

 

So what are you waiting for! Studying English abroad offers not only gaining knowledge; it can be an experience where you get to know new people, cultures, traditions and customs, have fun, expand horizons and in fluent English conquer the world.