Information Guide 2020

Fitzwilliam CollegeUniversity of Cambridge

Bucksmore Cambridge Intensive English

Ages 13-16

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ContentsFitzwilliam College, pg. 3

Intensive English, pg. 7

Social Programme, pg. 10

More Information, pg. 12

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CoursesIntensive English, Ages 13-16

Fitzwilliam College University of Cambridge • Ages 13-16

Founded in 1869 to broaden access to Cambridge, Fitzwilliam is a modern, peaceful college close to the city centre.

Fitzwilliam was built in the grounds of a former Regency house previously occupied by Emma Darwin. The College’s motto is ‘The Best of the Old and the New’.

Huntington Road

Fitzwilliam Fitzwilliam College, College,

University of University of CambridgeCambridge

Hall

Auditorium

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Key Facts:

Location: Fitzwilliam College, University of Cambridge Storey’s Way, Cambridge, CB3 0DG, United Kingdom

Bedrooms: Single bedrooms Separate male & female accommodation

Bathrooms: Shared bathrooms

Social Space: Student common room

Facilities: Multiple auditoriums

Internet: Wi-Fi available throughout campus

Security: Porter’s Lodge operating 24/7

Airports: Heathrow LHR 1h 30min Gatwick LGW 2h 00min

What to Pack: Towels and linen provided

Laundry: Laundry available free-of-charge Washing and drying machines on-site

Meals: All meals included Packed lunch on excursion days

Key Deposit: No key deposit

Bucksmore is great because you can practice your English with students from other nationalities. The teachers are really fun and help you improve your language and skills.”

A L V I S E , I T A L Y

Did you know? Students from Fitzwilliam are sometimes informally referred to as Fitzbillys or Billy goats.

As a consequence, the goat has become a popular college mascot and the image of a goat can be found in various places around the college.

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Fitzwilliam College University of Cambridge • Ages 13-16

Accommodation:

All bedrooms at Fitzwilliam are singles. Male and female accommodation is separate. Bathrooms are shared.

Transfers:

Bucksmore offers a complimentary airport transfer service for all students at Fitzwilliam arriving and/or departing between 10:00-20:00 at:

• London Heathrow (LHR)• London Gatwick (LGW)• London Stansted (STN)• St Pancras Intl Station (STP)

Students requesting private transfers outside of these destinations and times will be subject to additional charges.

Please see the transfer information page for more information.

Laundry:

Laundry is free and available on-site. Students must load and empty the laundry machines themselves (with Bucksmore staff guidance), though laundry detergent will be provided by Bucksmore.

Sample Menu:

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Monday

Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast BreakfastFruit Juice

Bacon, Sausage, Egg, Baked Beans, Mushrooms, Toast

Cereals, Yogurt,Fresh Fruit

Coffee, Tea & Toast

Fruit JuiceBacon, Sausage,

Egg, Baked Beans, Mushrooms, Toast

Cereals, Yogurt,Fresh Fruit

Coffee, Tea & Toast

Fruit JuiceBacon, Sausage,

Egg, Baked Beans, Mushrooms, Toast

Cereals, Yogurt,Fresh Fruit

Coffee, Tea & Toast

Fruit JuiceBacon, Sausage,

Egg, Baked Beans, Mushrooms, Toast

Cereals, Yogurt,Fresh Fruit

Coffee, Tea & Toast

Fruit JuiceBacon, Sausage,

Egg, Baked Beans, Mushrooms, Toast

Cereals, Yogurt,Fresh Fruit

Coffee, Tea & Toast

Fruit JuiceBacon, Sausage,

Egg, Baked Beans, Mushrooms, Toast

Cereals, Yogurt,Fresh Fruit

Coffee, Tea & Toast

Fruit JuiceBacon, Sausage,

Egg, Baked Beans, Mushrooms, Toast

Cereals, Yogurt,Fresh Fruit

Coffee, Tea & ToastLunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch

Breaded Plaice GoujonsPasta with Sundried

Tomato & Olives

Chicken & Chorizo with Stir Fry Rice

Lentil & Mushroom Lasagne

Szechuan Pork with Rice

Mushroom Pie

Steak & Mushroom PieNicoise Salad

with Grilled Tofu

Battered Fish of the Day

Vegetable & Chickpea Tagine with Apricots

Poached Chicken Breast with Herb

Cream Sauce Vegetable Spring Rolls

Roast Topside Of Beef Tomato, Spinach & Cheese Wellington

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner

Spicy Meatballs PastaChickpea & Sweet

Potato Curry

Grilled Bacon SteakSpicy Bean Burger with

Relish

Creamy Fish Pie Vegetable Fajitas

Chicken & Pepper CurryVegetable Curry

Pan Fried Pork Escalope

Veggie Burger with Spicy Salsa

Shepard’s PieOlive Polenta with Roast Vegetables

Sausage & Leek HashGrilled Squash & Black

Bean Burger

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Served with Seasonal Vegetables

Salad BarSoup

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

Mixed Desserts &Fresh Fruits

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AuditoriumCompleted in 2004 the auditorium is located in the heart of the College grounds. Students will have the opportunity to present their projects and have their final graduations in this award winning building.

Fitzwilliam College GardensFitzwilliam has five small courts (New, Fellows, Tree, Wilson & Gatehouse) throughout the college all surrounded by small well-maintained gradens. There are numerous green areas for students to relax and spend time outside of the classroom.

JCR & Coffee ShopThe Coffee Shop serves food, drinks and snacks throughout the day using the best Fairtrade and locally-sourced ingredients. This light comfortable area is the perfect place for students to sit and do project work or take part in the Bucksmore social programme.

Olisa LibraryA new library containing over 60,000 books and a modern IT centre. The Olisa Library’s tower is one of the highest points in Cambridge.

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Intensive English English language + culture summer school • Ages 13-16

Bucksmore Cambridge is Bucksmore’s most intensive English language summer school, designed for students who want more freedom and also want to study in the inspiring surroundings of a Cambridge University College.

Key Facts:

Dates: 7 July – 4 August

Age range: 13-16

Hours per week: 25 hours of tuition per week

Class size: Maximum class size of 11 students

Minimum language level: No minimum level required

Weekly excursions: 2 full-day excursions per week

Merchandise: Bucksmore branded backpack, water bottle, lanyard & student card for all students

Cohort size: Between 30-40 students (expected)

Certificate: All students receive a personalised certificate & report card upon graduation

Sample timetable:

TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN MON

AM09.00 - 13.00

Arrivals Placement Testing

Course Overview

Assessment Introduction

Excursion: St Alban’s:

Roman Ruins & Museum

Escape Room

Main Syllabus

Excursion Link Lesson

Conversation Class

Excursion:

London:

Tour of Buckingham Palace

Landmark walking tour

Main Syllabus

Assessment Preparation

Conversation Class

Main Syllabus

Academic Skills Session

Weekly Review

PM14.00 - 18.30

Arrivals Activity: Walking tour of local city

Elective Project Preparation

Free Time

Activity: Bowling

EVE20:00 - 21.30

Welcome Games

Activity: Scavenger Hunt

Activity: Beat the Clock

Activity: Visit to the Theatre

Project Presentations

Graduation Ceremony & Party

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Intensive English English language + culture summer school • Ages 13-16

Course information

This Cambridge summer school combines an intensive English language course with sporting, cultural and fun activities designed for 13-16 year olds. Students socialise with other like-minded individuals from many different countries around the world in the unique surroundings of the historic city of Cambridge. Bucksmore Cambridge provides students with 25 hours of English per week. The academic programme is taught through a combination of general English tuition, project sessions, academic English and electives.

English Language Syllabus

The six-tier syllabus is brand new for 2020. Suitable for all levels from beginner through to proficient. The syllabus combines language study and language in use to offer a variety of lesson types with the main focus on developing communication skills.

The general English course aims to:

• Build language skills and confidence gradually through our multi-level syllabus.

• Help students achieve individual goals in language learning.• Gain a better understanding of English books,

films, songs, the internet & media.

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ElectivesNEW for 2020. Students will be able to sign up for a choice of electives after their arrival at the centre. During these sessions, students enhance their English through vocational subjects such as photography, creative writing and IELTS Preparation. Note - exact subjects depending on location. This extension to the general English programme provides greater variety and innovation within the Bucksmore Cambridge programme, further increasing student motivation and engagement in the English language.

ProjectsProject sessions promote group work and cooperation, in order to allow participation across all levels of English. Popular sessions include ‘Bucksmore President’, ‘Gaming Expo’ and ‘Battle of the Bands’.

The aims of project work are to encourage collaboration and communication through the completion of real-world tasks that use English with an authentic purpose.

Students receive vocabulary and grammar input in the first part of the project session, and are then placed into groups. Groups are provided with a project guideline which they should follow and aim to complete in the preparation session.

The weekly project culminates in a presentation evening in which groups display and present their work.

Academic Skills SessionsThe academic skills sessions give students an introduction to exam techniques and are intended to help students improve the skills of academic reading, writing, listening and speaking.

These sessions take place over three hours each week and culminate with students taking the Bucksmore Assessment.

The variety of lessons and teaching material provide students with a stimulating and comprehensive learning experience throughout their stay.

Bucksmore AssesmentAssessing a learner’s skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening, the Bucksmore Assessment helps to improve opportunities for study and travel, and provides a more rounded evaluation of a student’s English ability.

The Bucksmore Assessment provides more relevant and appropriate language so learners are motivated to perform better than other, more adult-focused, exams.

Taken at the end of the course, the assessment is designed to complement the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) and to provide learners with a realistic determination of their English ability.

It can be applied against other international English exams such as Cambridge ESOL & IELTS.

Students will leave the course with a certificate of recommended English level measured against the CEFR scale.

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OverviewBucksmore Cambridge’s social programme is planned and organised by a dedicated Activity Manager, who is responsible for choosing and coordinating weekly activities and excursion itineraries. One of the key responsibilities of an Activity Manager is to respond to student requests and ensure that all students have a fantastic time during their stay.

For this reason, it is impossible to provide exact weekly timetables until a few days before the start of the following week. This allows activities and excursions to be amended and acknowledge student feedback.

Social Programme

On-site ActivitiesOutside of the classroom, all Bucksmore students at Fitzwilliam join together for the social programme. A wide variety of fun activities are offered, such as team building games, talent shows, ‘game shows’ and interactive challenges. Game show activities include contests such as ‘You Bet!’, a team game in which students bet on a series of challenges performed by other students or staff, or ‘The Cube’, where students test their mathematical, spatial and logical thinking in various tasks.

Sports and Freestyle PeriodsFor one or two periods each week, students have the opportunity to play a variety of sports or have a ‘freestyle’ period. Freestyle allows students to sign out of the College in small groups of friends and explore the city of Cambridge or to relax in the student social space.

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Graduation CeremonyEach week finishes with a graduation ceremony on the Monday evening, when departing students receive a certificate and personalised report card from their teachers. After end of the ceremony is celebrated with an end-of-week disco!

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Excursions Destinations

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Windsor (Week 3)Students are given the opportunity to visit the home of the British Royal Family at their residence Windsor Castle and explore the historic market town.

London (Every Week)Students visit key British landmarks such as Trafalgar Square, Downing Street, Horse Guards Parade, Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament & Westminster Abbey.

Oxford (Week 2 & 4) Cambridge’s rivalry with Oxford runs back more than 800 years. On a tour of the city, students will see landmarks such as Carfax Tower, Bodleian Library, Christ Church Cathedral, the ‘Bridge of Sighs’ & many Oxford University Colleges.

Thorpe Park (Week 1)With seven roller-coasters and five water rides, Thorpe Park is one of the biggest and most exciting Theme Parks in Europe, and understandably a student favourite!

Students have two full day excursions per week to enable them to explore and gain a better cultural understanding of the United Kingdom. Each week students will go to London and one other destination. The destinations for each particular week of the course are outlined below.

To enable us to respond to student feedback and requests, the excursions at these destinations are planned and organised by a dedicated Activity Manager. For this reason, it is impossible to provide exact weekly timetables until a few days before the start of the following week. This enables the Activity Manager to minimize any repetition and give students a unique experience every week.

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