미국 Embassy Boston_D._Profile_201213

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Embassy Agent Manual Boston Study Centre

Key Boston Centre Staff

Centre Director Linda Walsh

Academic Manager Lisl TrowbridgeStudent Services Marlayna Urbanski


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Address

Embassy Boston Study Centre33-41 West StreetBostonMassachusetts 02111

For information and bookings

T: +1 857 362 8980F: +1 857 362 7336www.partners.studygroup.com

Emergency telephone number

T: +1 610 906 3462 from outside the USAT: +1 888 881 5415 from inside the USA
http://www.partners.studygroup.com/http://www.partners.studygroup.com/


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Boston

Embassy Boston Study Centre


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The City

Boston is the capital of Massachusetts and one of the oldest cities in the USA. With over 50 colleges anduniversities it is major educational destination. Rich in history it is the location of several major events fromthe American Revolution. It is a city of neighborhoods, colleges and scenic walking trails designed to helpvisitors learn about its glorious past, present and future. Even though it is one of Americas oldest cities, it isextremely modern and vibrant. The city is dotted with bookstores, restaurants and coffee shops wherestudents are reading, writing and passionately discussing interesting topics. City benches, numerouslibraries, and shaded parks are some places where students choose to study.

Boston is also a city of shopping, sports, and theater. There is something for everyone: designer as well aslow cost shopping; basketball, baseball, football and soccer; musicals, operas and plays. From shopping onNewbury Street to catching the Boston Red Sox play at historic Fenway Park to watching a production in theTheater District, the city of Boston provides entertainment for all.

Boston is known as a walking city. You can easily walk across the Charles River from Boston to Cambridge,where Harvard is based. Scenic biking and hiking trails and other outdoor activities are easily accessedthrough various neighbourhoods in and around Boston. While definitely a city, Boston feels more like a smalltown because all its neighbourhoods are easily accessible by train, bus or foot. Enjoy the coastal air as youwalk the footpaths of history.

Population

Approximately 600,000 in the City and 4.5 million in the metropolitan area

Climate

Hottest month and its temperature: August 25CColdest month and its temperature: January -5C

Major local events

St.Patricks Day Parade: Celebrating Boston rich Irish heritage on March 17th experience one of thelargest parades in the country.

Boston Tea Party Re-enactment: December 16th re-enactment of the taxes protestation in colonialoutfits watch the drama unfold.

Chanukah Celebration: See the festival of lights at the Downtown Crossing.

Hatch Shell Concerts: Free concerts held every July and August at the open air venue along the banks ofthe Charles river.

Boston Harborfest: A celebration of Bostons rich colonial and maritime history with a 6 day festivalincluding live music, parades, sailing competitions and fireworks. During the week of July 4th independenceday.


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Travel Directions

Transfer

A private driver will meet individual students arriving on their own if a transfer has been booked. If atransfer has not been booked, a local taxi may be used. We recommend using our private transfer service.Average journey time to Embassy Boston Downtown student residences and host families from the BostonAirport is 40 minutes.

Train

By Metro (T) Green LineFrom the Green Line, take the train to Park Street Station. Exit onto Tremont Street. Cross the street andwalk to the right on Tremont Street for about two blocks. Take a left onto West Street. Embassy BostonDowntown is #33-41 on the left.

By Metro (T) Red LineFrom the Red Line, take the train to Downtown Crossing. Exit onto Washington Street. Walk downWashington Street past Macys and take a right onto West Street. Embassy Boston Downtown is at the farend of the street on the right, #33-41. You can also take the Red Line to Park Street Station and follow theabove directions from the Green Line.

By Metro (T) Orange LineFrom the Orange Line, take the train to Downtown Crossing. Follow the directions above from the Red Line.

By Metro (T) Blue LineFrom the Blue Line, take the train to Government Center and switch to the Green Line. Take the Green Lineto Park Street Station and follow the directions above from the Green Line.

By Commuter Rail from South StationFrom South Station, take the Red Line to Downtown Crossing and follow the directions from the Red Line. Ortake the Red Line to Park Street Station and follow the above directions from the Green Line.

By Commuter Rail from North StationAt North Station, take the Green Line to Park Street. Follow the above directions above from the Green Line.


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Courses

Certificate of EnglishThis general English course covers all the main skills and language areas, with a focus on fluency andeffective communication.Number of lessons available: Standard 20 and Intensive 28.Class size: 15Start dates: Every Monday

Certificate of Business English

This is an intensive English course designed to improve business communication skills.

Number of lessons available: Intensive 28, of which 8 lessons are Business EnglishClass size: 15Start dates: Every Monday

Exam preparation

Structured courses with teachers experienced in studying for and achieving success in internationallyrecognised examinations.TOEFL PreparationNumber of lessons available: Exam 20. (Students can study Standard 20 or Intensive 28 but only 20 lessonsare exam preparation).Class size: 15Start dates: Every Monday

Language Year AbroadThe perfect solution for students looking to gain fluency during a gap year of study abroad. This course is themost cost-effective way to build your language skills.Number of lessons available: Standard 20, Intensive 28Class size: 16Start dates: 4 terms per annum, each term is 11 weeks2012: Jan 3, Apr 2, Jun 25, Sept 24

Certificate 8A seminar style English course with a maximum of 8 students to maximise progress and ensure moreindividually focused learning.Number of lessons available: Standard 20, Intensive 28Class size 8 (for 20 lessons only)

Start dates: Every Monday

Business English in Action

Gain valuable language skills in a native English-speaking environment.Study on an Intensive 28 course for a minimum of 4 weeks and you will be placed in an Americanorganisation for 4 to 8 weeks where you can interact with native speakers.

A student visa is required for this opportunity and the placement will take place during the 8 week periodyou are allowed to remain in the country after the completion of your course.

One-to-one lessons: 5 or 10 lessons per week. Can be arranged upon arrival.

Levels

Pre-intermediate to Advanced


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Placement Test

On first day students will sit a placement test to determine their level. Classes do not normally commenceuntil day 2.

Timetables

Day 1 consists of placement test and orientation when students learn more information about their course,the city, accommodation and activities.

Classes usually start on day 2. Students may find that they are joining a class which already exists. This isperfectly normal and is because students arrive on different dates and stay for different lengths of time. Theimportant thing is that each week is a separate teaching unit and students will be placed in the class which ismost appropriate for their level of English. Teachers will help integrate new students into the group.

At peak times students might study in the afternoon instead of the morning. While every attempt will bemade to accommodate any specific requests it might not be possible during these times to guarantee eithermorning or afternoon only.


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Homestay Accommodation

All Embassy homestays are required to meet the criteria laid out in our published HomestayGuidelines and are inspected regularly by our accommodation staff. The most important thing forstudents and parents to know is that by choosing homestay, a student will be sharing someones homeand the hospitality of the family. As modern life has developed over the last decade, homestays maybe different from the traditional family structure to which some students may be accustomed in their owncountries. The key point is that whether the homestay is composed of a single person or a traditionalfamily, all have a proven track record of receiving, caring for and enjoying hosting international

students.

Bedrooms Standard sized bed with bedside table lamp. Sheet and pillowcases are provided and changed each

week. Towels also provided (but not for swimming) Adequately sized wardrobe and drawer space for each students clothing and possessions Table or desk and chair for private study (or access to a study area) for long stay students

Laundry A reasonable amount of laundry included in the household wash once a week

Telephone Students are asked to ues prepaid phone cards to make calls. These can be purchased from student

services or most convenience stores. Students should try to ensure any calls for them are receivedafter 8am (9am weekends) and before 9pm

Keys Students are normally provided with door keys. If not, alternative arrangements for access are madewith the student

Meals Options to have room only, half board and full board Evening meal normally served from 18.00

Students sharing No speakers of the same native language in the same homestay, except by request. There are

normally no more than 3 students per house.

Distance from schoolThe majority of our homestay are from 30 to 60 minutes journey by public transport.

Type of houseThere is a great variety of residential housing in the city.


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Residential Accommodation Bayside Doubletree

Minimum stay: 2 weeks

Check-in: Sunday Check-out: Saturday

Traveling time: 20 to 25 minutes

General characteristics and facilities:Our residence, the Doubletree Bayside Boston is located a 20 minute subway ride from the Embassy StudyCentre.Air conditioned shared bedrooms with en-suite bathroomsCable TV, mini-refrigerator, hair dryer, closet, armoire, desk and chair, iron and ironing boardComplimentary 24 hour self-service Business CentreComplimentary access to the on-site Fitness CentreFull service Marketplace Caf, featuring cooked breakfasts, lunches, and dinnersFree wireless internet in the lobbyWeekly housekeeping service providedComplimentary access to the University of Massachusetts fitness centre which includes: free aerobic classes,heated swimming pool, racquetball courtsBed linens and towels are provided and changed weekly

Check-in begins at 3pm; check out at 12pmEmbassy Resident Assistant on-site and available 24 hoursStudents must be at least 16 years old to stay at the Bayside Doubletree

Meals: Self-catering. There are no kitchen facilities.

Cleaning and laundry: coin laundry machines located nearby; dry cleaning located near by


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Student Services

All centres have dedicated student support staff, who can provide assistance with the following:

Travel details around USA or on departure Opening a bank account in USA Local services and leisure activities Medical and related services Visas and immigration regulations Police registration Accommodation matters Transferring money Insurance information Counselling and help for individual and personal problems Entering for an international examination Postal information Emergency contact


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Trips and excursions from the Boston Study Centre

Trips and excursions are an excellent way to explore the rich culture of the country as well as makingfriends. From Boston there are a large number of exciting places and popular tourist destinations to visit.There are trips organised almost every weekend and there is a fee for these..

Favourite trips from Boston

New York City. Visit the city that never sleeps and one which needs no explanation!Vermont. A great weekend skiing.Whale watching. Only a short boat-trip from Boston Harbour.New England beaches in the summer. Cape Cod, Rhode Island, Providence.Niagara Falls. Breathtaking waterfalls in upstate New York.

Excursions

Snowboarding in New England $85 day trip/$420 weekend

Marthas Vineyard $45

Washington, Philadelphia, New York $350 (inc bus, room, breakfast, tour 3 days)

Salem the witch city $30

New England in the Fall $30 (inc bus ,room, breakfast, tour guide)

Niagara Falls $190 (2 day trip)


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Sample weekly activity programme

Afternoon Evening

Monday Boston City Tour Shopping at Galleria Mall

Tuesday Boston Public Library Newbury Street shopping

Wed American Movie time Museum of Fine Arts

Thurs Freedom Trail Faneuil Hall/Quincy MarketFri Outing with Embassy staff Discover Boston at night

Weekend trip New York city trip/Salem/Newport/Harbour Cruise

Leisure activities

Boston trolley tour $35

Cinema $10

Theatre $50-100

Clubs $20 (aged over 21 only)

Fenway Park home of the Red Sox From $35

New England Aquarium $23

Ice skating $12 (incl. Skate hire)

Museums Free - $15

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