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Summer in the city. In English.

Discover London is the perfect way to spend a summer of learning and sightseeing.

This course is perfect if you or your child wants to:
  • Stay right in the heart of London
  • Improve their core English language skills  
  • Have plenty of free time to explore this amazing city 

English lessons

15 hours of English lessons per week.

Develop the four core language skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Excursions

One full-day excursion per week, and an optional organised excursion programme.

Students can also explore London in their own time.

Social programme

Optional evening activities around London, and entertainment on campus.

We can help with tickets to West End shows and concerts.

The essentials

Key facts

Start dates

  • Every Wednesday 2 July – 13 August 2025 (end date 20 August)

Minimum entry level

  • Elementary

Course length

  • 1 – 4 weeks

Lessons

  • 15 hours of English lessons per week
  • Between 9.00 - 12.30 or 14.00 - 17.30

Maximum class size

  • 15

Minimum age

  • 16

What's included in the Discover London summer course:

  • 15 hours of English lessons per week
  • Half-board accommodation (breakfast and lunch)
  • One full-day excursion per week
  • Optional organised excursion programme visiting the main tourist sights
  • Four evening activities per week
  • Placement test
  • WiFi internet access
  • End-of-course certificate
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Accommodation

Students stay in one of London South Bank's halls of residence.

  • Single en suite rooms with private bathroom arranged in cluster flats with shared kitchen / dining room (please note, the kitchen is not available for cooking).

Meals

  • Modern and well presented dining facilities are located a short walking distance at LSBU's the Hub building.
  • Breakfast and lunch provided at the Hub to allow students to make the most of their free time exploring London.

Course content

English lessons will explore British culture, specifically the history, politics and social economy of London.

English fluency is developed across the four core skills:

  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Listening
  • Speaking

Classes take place at one of the main university buildings, recently completely renovated and just 5 minutes’ walk from the accommodation.

The modern classrooms are all equipped with data projectors.

Thank you for your enquiry.
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The Kings Admissions Team