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05Message from

Joanna Debono, Managing Director

06Why choose

Malta?

09Chamber College

in brief

11About us

12Our teachers andbusiness trainers

14The courses

19General English

courses

21Exam preparation

courses

24Summer camps

26Our business

courses

30Facilities and

services

32Accommodation

and student welfare

34Student activities,

social and cultural activities

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“Welcome to

Chamber College

Malta, and

welcome to an

island steeped

in history, with

a wonderful

climate, safe

environment and

friendly people.”

English is the language

of international

business and the

major language of the

Internet. Around 320

million people around

the world communicate

in English, so whatever

your goal, you will need

English to succeed

If you can speak English, the world’s your oyster

Welcome to a new era in language learning and

welcome to Chamber College, a new and excit-

ing learning experience at the forefront of Eng-

lish language tuition • Based in Malta, at the heart

of the Mediterranean, yet only a few hours of flying time

away from major European cities, Chamber College is

a young, dynamic organisation offering an extensive

range of English language courses all year-round to suit

your individual needs • We

represent quality and aca-

demic excellence; we pride

ourselves on our standard

of teaching and our edu-

cational and recreational

facilities • We guarantee a

high standard of education

at highly competitive prices.

Whether you are a beginner,

an advanced student, or a

company executive who re-

quires English for business

purposes, we can provide

expert tuition to help you

achieve your goal • When

you choose Chamber Col-

lege, you can concentrate on learning and let us organ-

ise everything from accommodation, visas and airport

transfers, to excursions and leisure activities. Above

all, you can feel confident that we are here to support

you in every possible way • Our staff is always avail-

able to give academic or welfare support to make your

stay in Malta a truly memorable one • We look forward

to welcoming you to Malta and to Chamber College.

dear p

rospective stud

ent…

Joanna

Debono

Managing

Director

why

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ose

mal

ta? Malta is situated 100km south of Sicily and approximately 290

km north of North Africa. When you fly over Malta, two colours

dominate the landscape, the brilliant blue of the sea and sky,

and the warm honey colour of the local stone. • The island’s

fascinating history dates back

7000 years; it is a timeless

kaleidoscope of different civi-

lisations. Probably the great-

est impact in Malta’s history

was made on the arrival of the

Knights of St John in 1530.

They reigned over Malta for

over two and a half centuries.

For some 160 years, Malta

formed part of the British

Empire after the King helped

rid Malta of the French.

In 1964, Malta became inde-

pendent, a Republic in 1974,

remaining a member of the

British Commonwealth and

in 2004, the Island became

a member of the European

Union • Malta has a wonder-

ful climate. It is a sea lov-

er’s paradise. With 200km of

coastline and a warm clear

blue sea you can swim, dive

and sail virtually all the year

round • For those with an in-

terest in archaeology, there

are many ancient temples,

megalithic standing stones

and catacombs. The most

spectacular site is Hagar Qim

near the enchanting Blue

Grotto. The Hypogeum in

Tarxien is awesome and the

Catacombs in Rabat are well

worth a visit • If it’s nightlife

you’re after, Paceville, St Ju-

lians is the place where you

will find discos, clubs, bars,

movie theatres and some of

the island’s best restaurants.

The island’s fascinating history dates back 7000 years;

it is a timeless kaleidoscope of different civilisations

Our aim is to create a unique environment conducive to learning and committed to excellence

chamber college in b

rief…A safe, central

location served by

public transport

Good choice of

accommodation nearby

A wide range of

language courses

Innovative teaching

by talented, highly

qualified teachers

Small classes mean

individual attention

from our experienced

EFL teachers

Excellent study facilities

Latest audio visual

teaching aids and

language lab

Free internet access

with e-mail facilities

Low cost VoIP

telephone facility

Imaginative leisure

and social programme

Gym and swimming

pool adjacent

Full welfare support

Café and roof garden

Access for the disabled

Our aim is to create a unique environment conducive to learning and committed to excellence

Chamber College is a new concept in the market of

EFL studies in Malta • Our aim is to create a unique

environment conducive to learning and committed to

excellence. The college

is located in Gzira, a safe

residential area and a

stone’s throw away from

the University of Malta, host

families, apartments, hotels,

sports facilities and public

transport • We know you will

enjoy learning English in our

purpose built college. We

offer every possible facility to

help you succeed. Of course

learning doesn’t end in the

classroom; our programmes

give you the opportunity to

explore the island with your

new ‘international’ friends

whilst continually improving

your language skills • Our

students come from every

corner of the world and

each individual is extremely

important to us. From the

moment you arrive, we want you to feel part of our ‘family’

and we will do our utmost to make you feel welcome and

secure • Throughout your course, whether you are using

our educational facilities, staying in touch with your family

back home through our free e-mail service, eating in the

café, or simply enjoying the roof garden, Chamber College

will be the focal point of your life during your stay in Malta

Chamber College is a purpose built educational

facility with 27 well-equipped, air-conditioned

classrooms. Each classroom is modern, bright

and spacious and designed for efficiency and

comfort. Learning is enhanced by the latest

audio-visual study aids including TV, VCR, DVD

and CD • In addition, there is a fully equipped

language lab, multimedia computers with free

internet access and cheap VoIP international

telephone facilities, a leisure and relaxation

area which includes a café, lounge and large

screen • After lessons, students can “chill out”

in the café, lounge, or on the lovely roof garden

or enjoy a swim in Malta’s National Swimming

Pool which is only 100 metres from the college

• Chamber College is also fully accessible

to people with disabilities and enjoys the

security of full EU standard safety features

• We are proud of the college’s excellent

facilities; both educational and recreational.

about us

Come and join us for a total learning experience!

put your trust in our professional team

Our teaching staff are highly qualified, dedicated and extremely

motivated individuals • Most are native speakers with considerable

experience teaching in Malta, in the UK and a number of other countries

• All of our staff members are qualified to teach English as a foreign

language and they are employed not only for their teaching ability, but

also for their communicative skills and empathy with students from

diverse cultures • We continually strive to boost students’ confidence

by developing individuals’ ability to speak and understand everyday

English, and to read and write more effectively in the English language.

Our teachers also recognise the importance of student interaction

and group dynamics within the classroom • We hope you’ll find that

learning with us is not just an educational experience, it’s also fun.

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usiness trainers

Many of our business trainers have combined talents in Eng-

lish language teaching, management and ‘hands on’ experi-

ence in such areas as Banking, Finance, Media, Marketing,

Tourism or IT. You can rely on their professionalism and expertise

• They will work in partnership with you and your company to meet

your language requirements, budget and time schedules • If you need

to improve your English to give you ‘the edge’ over competitors, or

to expand your vocabulary for

a forthcoming project, pres-

entation or business negotia-

tion, we can provide a course

‘tailored’ to suit your individual

needs. Training will focus on

your specific area of business

to give you language fluency

and confidence to succeed.

put your trust in our professional team

On their first day at

Chamber College, students are

required to take a placement

test in order to determine their

level of English. They are then

graded and placed in the most

appropriate learning group.

Grade classification is divided

into 6 different levels: Beginners,

Elementary, Pre-intermediate,

Intermediate, Upper-

intermediate and Advanced.

Tuition is available at all levels to

suit students’ requirements

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Choosing the course that suits you. . .

We appreciate the difficulty experienced

by students when choosing an English

language course and a venue in a

foreign country. We also understand

the importance of providing essential

information to help you choose a course

appropriate for your individual, specific

needs. Whatever course you choose, your

needs are important not only to you, but

also to us.

Before

embarking on a

course, you need to

know your level of

proficiency.

At Chamber College,

we will assess you

on Day 1 but the

following chart will

help you

identify your current

language level

before booking a

course.

AdvancedUpper-

IntermediateIntermediate

Pre-IntermediateBeginner Elementary

You know a few

words and phrases

You can communicate

in simple language

You can make yourself

understood in basic language

for everyday situations

You understand and

speak English with some

confidence but need to

increase vocabulary

You can use English

quite effectively and now

need to refine your

vocabulary and grammar

You have a good command

of English and now

want to study English

for specific purposes

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We provide a wide range of English

language courses including:

➜ General English (Beginner to Advanced level)

Intensive (GEI), Semi-intensive (GESI)

and Mini-intensive (GEMI)

➜ One-to-one Tuition can be combined with GEI,

GESI and GEMI courses

➜ English for Business including private one-to-

one tuition for business executives

➜ English for Special Purposes

➜ English for Academic Purposes

➜ Cambridge, TOEFL, IELTS and Pitman exam

preparation courses

➜ TEFL courses are also available

General English Intensive (GEI)

This course is designed to give the student

a solid, structured foundation in the English

Language. It is ideal for students who need to

improve their fluency in a relatively short time.

Teaching is focused on the four essential language

skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Special attention is paid to vocabulary, grammar,

conversation and pronunciation. Students are

encouraged to use the English language by means

of role-play, group discussions and a variety of real

life situations. There are regular tests to monitor

students’ progress.

The course programme is 30 sessions

of 45 minutes each per week.

General English Courses

General English Semi-Intensive (GESI)

The semi-intensive course has the same

basic core element as the GEI course.

It is designed to help the student improve

communication skills through speaking, reading

and writing. The course content features new

vocabulary, grammar and language fluency -

particularly interaction with others in an English

speaking environment.

The course programme is 20 sessions

of 45 minutes each per week

General English Mini-Intensive (GEMI)

This course is designed for the student

who wants to have more free time to go on

excursions and see more of the Islands.

The core teaching element is the same as the

GEI and GESI courses but has a greater focus on

the more communicative of the language skills,

with particular emphasis being placed on the

ability to listen and speak and on the learning of

new vocabulary and the correct ways to use it in

everyday situations.

The course programme is 15 sessions

of 45 minutes each per week

The General English Intensive (GEI),

Semi-Intensive (GESI) and Mini-intensive (GEMI)

courses are available at all levels.

At Chamber College we offer an extensive range of courses to provide you, the client, with the highest

possible standard of English language tuition. All our courses are designed to improve the students’

command of English irrespective of their present level and language ability. Our teachers are fully

qualified and chosen for their excellent communicative skills and rapport with students. No matter what

your requirements are, we can provide language training that will help you maximise your potential.

One-to-one General Tuition

Individual tuition has the advantage of giving

the student personal attention as well as the

opportunity to concentrate on specific areas

of language requirements.

The student can choose the number of sessions

required. Lessons are of 1 hour duration.

One-to-one tuition is also available for each of the

exam preparation courses.

Combination Course

A Combination Course is an ideal way of

combining a General English course with

individual tuition. For example, a programme

can be devised so that in the morning, the student

can attend a group lesson to achieve optimum

improvement in general language. Then in the

afternoon, it can be complemented by individual

tuition for specific language needs.

Whatever course you choose, our teachers

will focus on helping you to improve your

communicative skills. Our teaching methods

are skills-based; in the classroom we use a

comprehensive mix of grammar, essential

vocabulary, speaking, listening and reading.

The emphasis is on active communication.

We encourage our students to use the English

language as much as possible.

We also offer a variety of vocational study programmes

that may be taken separately or as part of a

Combination Course. Some of these short courses

can be taken on a full or part time basis

The courses include:

➜ International Tourism

➜ Customer Relations

➜ Quality Service

➜ Reception Operations

➜ Health and Safety

These courses are designed for students who need

to improve their spoken and written English for work

in the field of tourism. Tuition covers various subjects

related to the hotel industry including accommodation,

food & beverage, and provision of tours.

Each vocational subject can be studied separately for

a specific qualification.

Alternatively, the subjects can be studied together with

another vocational programme, or combined with a

suitable English language course.

Students can pursue training in a number of

vocationally related levels - all leading to International

Vocational Qualifications which are highly respected,

transferable, and recognised in most countries.

Certification is awarded on the successful completion

of the courses.

Examination Preparation Courses are

designed for students interested in preparing

for an internationally recognised examination:

IELTS, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE, TOEFL,

TEFL, PITMAN and SESOL

If you want to succeed in today’s highly competitive

world, you must have internationally recognised

qualifications. This is particularly important if you

intend to apply for university or college entrance. As

English is the predominant language of business,

good English language qualifications can give you

the ‘edge’ over other candidates in the job market.

IELTS Preparation CoursesIELTS (International English Language Testing

System) is conducted jointly by The British

Council, IDP Education Australia and the

University of Cambridge Local Examinations

Syndicate.

IELTS is designed to assess the language

ability of candidates who need to

study or use English as a language of

communication. Certification is widely

accepted by educational institutions and it is

advantageous for entry to training courses,

recruitment and for immigration purposes. It

is an important qualification for any student

wishing to study for a degree course at a

university in the UK or Australia. Our IELTS

preparation course will help you develop

the essential examination skills for this

important university entrance examination.

During the course, students will have ample

scope to practice exam skills ahead of the

final examination. The combination of this

advance preparation and intense language

training will enhance the candidates’ chances

of success. Our IELTS courses are available

at Intermediate, Upper-intermediate and

Advanced levels.

Exam Preparation Courses

Cambridge Preparation Courses

The University of Cambridge Certificates are

internationally recognised examinations.

We offer examination preparation courses for the

five levels of certification:

➜ Key English Test (KET)

➜ Preliminary English Test (PET)

➜ First Certificate in English (FCE)

➜ Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)

➜ Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)

From the beginning of the course, students

are carefully monitored to ensure that they are

progressing to the required standard before

attempting the examination. Students receive

tuition and language practice covering every area

of the examination. As well as language training,

we ensure that our students receive regular

sessions on exam technique and take part in

timed practice tests so that they are confident and

thoroughly prepared.

KET (Key English Test) is at Level 1

in the Cambridge system.

KET recognises the ability to cope with everyday

written and spoken communications at a basic

level. It is often chosen as a first step for students

aiming to take the higher Cambridge examinations.

PET (Preliminary English Test) is at

Level 2 in the Cambridge system.

PET covers the four main language skills – reading,

writing, listening and speaking –and is the ideal

choice if you feel comfortable using your English

in everyday situations. PET is recognised by

employers as a valid indication of a student’s

language level and is recognised by some

universities as an initial qualification in English.

FCE (First Certificate in English) is

at Level 3 in the Cambridge system.

FCE is widely accepted in commerce, banking, industry,

airlines and tourism. It fulfils the English language entrance

requirement for some universities and colleges.

CAE (Certificate in Advanced English)

is at Level 4 in the Cambridge system.

CAE indicates a high level of language

competence for candidates wishing to use English

for study or professional purposes. It fulfils the English

language entrance requirement for the majority of British

universities and higher education institutions.

CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English)

is at Level 5 in the Cambridge system.

CPE indicates a level of competence, which

fulfils the English language entrance requirement

for British universities and many universities

in other English-speaking countries. It is also

accepted by other institutions of higher education and

professional bodies throughout the world. CPE is a

very valuable certificate because in some countries,

it provides exemption from local English language

requirements. It can be accepted for admission

to courses, or for employment, where a thorough

knowledge of English is required.

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)

is an American examination.

The TOEFL certificate is an internationally

recognised examination. It is required by

American and Canadian universities, and by colleges

and universities in many other English speaking

countries around the world. In Europe, TOEFL is

used by institutions where English is the language of

instruction. Many government agencies, scholarship

programmes, and licensing certification agencies

use TOEFL scores to evaluate English proficiency.

During the course, TOEFL language training will be

supplemented by regular tests to practice language

skills under examination conditions. Participation in

these tests helps develop student confidence and

ensure success in the examination. Our TOEFL

courses are available at Intermediate, Upper-

intermediate and Advanced levels.

TEFL

Chamber College organises TEFL courses

throughout the year for those wanting to gain

this first qualification on their way to becoming

teachers of English as a Foreign Language. The

courses are normally held over 3 or 5 weeks.

SESOL

SESOL (Spoken English for Speakers of Other

Languages) is an examination in general

English language ability by Trinity College

London. Its aim is to assess candidates’ progress

and development in spoken English and linguistic

competence.

The examination takes place in July and August.

Throughout all our certificate courses,

students are constantly assessed and

supported to help them maximise their

potential to succeed in their final examination.

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Throughout the summer months younger

students have the opportunity of attending our

fun summer camps. Students between the ages

of 8 and 12 can attend fun-filled lessons where

they can enjoy themselves while learning.

The lessons are held in a relaxed manner and

students are encouraged to take an active part,

allowing them to develop themselves to the full

whilst attending our camps.

After lessons the students can take part in

activities which are designed to allow them

to integrate with each other and help build a

team spirit between them to further practise the

communicative skills picked up in class.

The choice of activities includes art & crafts,

drama, swimming, football, basketball, tennis,

treasure hunts and other great options to suit

every student’s taste.

Our experienced teachers and coordinators

are chosen for their ability to work with young

people and their enthusiasm towards making

sure our students enjoy themselves.

The high standard of the lessons and the level of

coordination of the activities will ensure that our

young students will have the time of their lives

while at the Chamber College Summer Camps.

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English is

the language of

international business.

*Today, 320 million people

use English as a first language

and 140 million people use English

as an official language.

* Source: Guinness Book of Answers

What Makes Us Different?

Our college provides Business English training

courses for clients who need to improve their

English language communication skills.

Whether you are a senior company executive, member

of a project team, or an individual, we can provide

career-focused language training that concentrates on

your learning requirements.

Courses are designed to meet specific business needs.

We offer the following

types of courses:

➜ General Business English

➜ Executive Business English for small groups

➜ Tailor-made one to one Business English

Training Programmes

Training programmes are designed to give the

client the necessary English language skills to

communicate effectively in business situations

including corporate and social functions. Fluency

in such situations can give you the ‘edge’ over

competitors.

Whether you need English for a presentation, or a new

assignment with a global organisation, our flexible

courses can help you to improve your language

ability and fluency. Tuition includes conversation,

pronunciation, colloquial English and American English.

After a language audit and assessment of your

professional requirements, a training programme can

be prepared for you.

General Business English Courses

General Business English courses are designed

for people who need to improve their business

English vocabulary and communication skills

to work in an English-speaking business

environment.

Particular attention is paid to the importance of effective

and confident communication in the workplace -

particularly at meetings, on the telephone, and face to

face with colleagues, customers and suppliers.

Whatever your learning

objectives, we will endeavour

to define and where possible,

incorporate the necessary

subject material to suit your

linguistic requirements. Your

trainer will discuss your

specific language needs and

expectations, and will suggest

how any linguistic weaknesses

can be improved and your

goals accomplished.

Tuition covers a wide range of essential business

subjects including:

‘ Introductions - welcoming and entertaining

corporate guests

‘ Formal and social English in business

‘ Effective communication in meetings,

negotiations and presentations

‘ Company structure - strategy - mission statements

‘ Graphs, charts, forecasts and trends

‘ Banking, finance, import & export terms

‘ Sales and marketing

‘ Telephone skills

‘ Writing business letters, e-mails, faxes, reports etc.

‘ HRD - the workplace - CV’s, job applications and

job interviews

Executive Business English for small groups

These courses are designed for executives

currently working in the international business

sector and who need to improve their verbal and

written English. They can be individuals, employees

from the same organisation, or members of a team

working on the same project. Executive courses include

the essential language required for everyday business

and professional use.

Course subjects include:

‘ Essential business vocabulary, terminology and idioms

‘ Grammar - the importance of prepositions and tenses

‘ Business correspondence - letters, faxes, e-mails,

reports and memos - writing a CV

targeted to a specific profession

‘ Graphs, charts and vocabulary

for information and analysis

‘ Telephoning - listening and speaking -

getting your message across

‘ Effective communication with colleagues and clients

‘ Corporate communication - formal & social English

conversation, socialising and small talk

‘ Meetings and negotiations - role play - agreeing and

disagreeing - giving opinions

‘ Presentations - body language, intonation and stress

‘ Company strategy - corporate

philosophy - mission statements

‘ Finance - forecasts - accountancy - banking

‘ Import & export - insurance - contracts

‘ HRD - employment - job interviews

‘ Cross Cultural relations - global

differences multinational organisations

One-to-One Tuition

We offer a flexible programme of One-to-One

tailored courses in which clients can choose

the subject, time and intensity of their training

schedule.

Typical subjects include: Financial English, English

for Presentations, English for Meetings and

Negotiations, English for Sales & Marketing, English

for Travel & Tourism,Legal and Medical English etc.

Following a language audit, a training programme

can be devised to improve language fluency, expand

business vocabulary and increase confidence in

communication.

One-to-one tuition concentrates on the correct

use of formal and social English for meetings,

presentations, negotiations and business

discussions.

Particular attention is paid to essential vocabulary,

idioms and small talk - so important for effective

communication in business.

One-to-one training focuses on

a range of business topics including:

‘ Communication in business - introductions,

self expression, negotiating, telephoning

‘ Vocabulary and grammar - specific business

vocabulary, key phrases, idioms, American English

‘ Sales and marketing - graphs & charts

‘ Company structure - corporate

philosophy & mission statements

‘ Language and phrases for meetings,

negotiations and presentations

‘ Correspondence - letters, e-mails, faxes, memos,

reports, minutes of meetings, contracts

‘ CV’s, job applications and interviews

One-to-one courses are client-focused. Although

the subjects cover most aspects of Business English,

they will not necessarily be taught in any particular order.

The trainer will evaluate the client’s needs as the

course progresses and supplement or replace

subject material as necessary.

The minimum level of English required for Business

courses is Intermediate.

Other ESP Courses

Today, English is essential for many professions

including medicine, pharmacology, law, IT, tourism,

maritime and aviation.

We can provide English for Special Purposes courses for

clients requiring specialist training. Our trainers are not

only professionals in the chosen subject, but have years of

practical experience in their respective fields of expertise.

facilities and servicesAt Chamber College, we can arrange most services for you, provided we

are given sufficient advance notice of your requirements. Our student

services cover the following:

Complete all-inclusive packages.

Itemised packages for students, including

tuition, flights, accommodation, visa support,

transport and cheap international telephony.

Student ID card which gives the students

entry to many popular entertainment outlets

and 24 hour access to an emergency number

should they require urgent assistance. The

presentation of the ID card also qualifies

students for discounts at selected retail

outlets and entertainment spots.

All Chamber College students benefit from

free broadband internet access.

We offer full counselling services to our

students. Counsellors are fluent in many

languages.

Students have access to The University of

Malta’s sports facilities which include an

Olympic size swimming pool, gym, running

track, football pitch, basketball and tennis

courts.

Students also have access to The University

of Malta’s extensive library, the largest library

on the island.

Visa Support

We know how much bureaucratic tape

you have to cut through when applying

for an entry Visa into a country. Why

not let our Visa officers take the hassle

out of applying for you? We deal with

hundreds of applications every year and

have much experience in the processing

system. So let us deal with applying

and relax in the knowledge that you are

being taken care of.

facilities and services

Our friendly and efficient administrative

staff will provide you with a network of

support. Your safety and well-being is

paramount to us and we are aware that

when you are living away from home, you

feel safer if there is a support network

around you. We want your time in Malta to

be a pleasant and memorable one, so just

‘knowing’ that support is available should

make your learning experience a more

relaxed one.

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Host families The learning of a language does not only

take place in a classroom, it spills out over

lesson time and continues in the streets, at the shops, in the bars and, most importantly,

at your home. For this reason nothing compares to the all-round learning experience

you can receive through staying with a host family.

Our host families are rigorously selected to make

sure that they will be a second ‘home-from-home’

for the student. They are chosen on the basis of

their openness to newcomers and their ability to

provide their guests with all the amenities and

services they are used to within their own homes.

Students take an active part in the daily lives of

the families, joining them for meals, where they

can talk with their host-parents about what went

on during their day, or enjoying a relaxing film on

TV in the evening. Families use English exclusively

around students, so students have the opportunity

to fully immerse themselves in the language and

will maybe learn a little about our traditions and

way of life at the same time, taking home with

them a wealth of knowledge unobtainable through

other forms of accommodation.

Student Residence Our student residence

is ideal for those who

would like to immerse themselves in a student-based international atmosphere but

at the same time, prefer the convenience and privacy of having their own apartment.

The residence is only 5 minutes’ walking distance from the school and consists of

a number of self catering apartments served by a reception and an informal bar. All

rooms have a fully-equipped kitchen, lounge and bathroom. There is a TV in each

apartment and linen is changed every week. The bar downstairs is ideal for mingling

with the locals as well as making new friends among the other students in the residence.

Hotels If you are looking for the

convenience of hotel

accommodation Chamber College can find you

a hotel within walking distance of the college.

Whether you are on a budget and prefer staying

in a two star hotel, or whether you are a company

executive and require the comforts of a five star

hotel, we at Chamber will help you choose the best

available option for your hotel accommodation.

Our accommodation department will support you

all the way through the booking process and will

see that your needs are met during your stay on

the Island in the most efficient way possible.

Chamber College offers

its students a wide range

of accommodation

options - from host

families to 5 star

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At CHAMBER COLLEGE, you will find a varied

programme of activities, social and cultural events.

Our programme of extra-curricular activities gives

students the opportunity to use the English they

have learned in the classroom, to get to know the

island and its people.

For those with an appetite for adventure, we

offer a vast range of activities to suit every palate

Malta is blessed with a wonderful climate all year

round. The temperature rarely falls below 15

degrees Centigrade which means that one can

swim comfortably in our beautiful waters from

March to October • For this reason sea-based

activities are high on our agenda. Whether it is

Beach Barbeques or Windsurfing, Water-skiing or

Late-night Boat Discos, the young and the young

at heart are sure to find activities to enjoy the time

after lessons and at the weekend • For those

of you with an interest in culture, art and traditions

– don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten you! Malta is

an island at the crossroads of the Mediterranean.

Over our 7000 year history, we have seen the

coming and going of a myriad cultures; from

the Phoenicians to the Romans, Arabs to the

Normans, Knights of St. John to the Napoleonic French and finally to the British, who gave Maltese

the great legacy of the English language. With such a wealth of influences you can rest assured

that you will not easily find another country with so much to offer to culture aficionados in so small

a space • Chamber College organises trips to museums, including the Fine Arts Museum, the

fantastic Archaeological Museum and the St. James Cavalier Centre for Creativity, which blends

the modern with the ancient in a mixture of visual and performance arts. Other places you may like

to visit are Mdina, the Silent City and the old capital of Malta, various megalithic temples including

Ggantija Temples, which at 7,000 years of age are older than the pyramids of Egypt, and Valletta,

the present capital of Malta which is a recognised UNESCO World Heritage City and which provides

students with the chance of doing a spot of shopping while soaking in the Baroque architecture of

this one-of-a-kind city • Our dedicated reception staff will keep you updated with a list of activities

available during your visit and individual excursions can be booked through them. However, you may

like to take the easier option of booking an excursion package when booking your course. These

packages are designed as two week, rolling packages to provide students with a fully organised

timetable of excursions after lessons and at

the weekends • Our Basic Package has

a general pick of excursions which include

among others: A welcome party, beach

trips, a harbour cruise, shopping trips, disco

experience, visit to Mdina and a cinema outing • The Plus package adds an extra dimension

of fun to the Basic Package. Included are all

the activities available on the Basic Package

but with added excursions, including: A trip to

our neighbouring island of Gozo, disco boat

party, go-carting, water sports day and beach

barbeque • You may wish to dedicate

yourself to a particular activity rather than

waste your time attending excursions you are

not truly interested in. With this in mind, we at

Chamber College have designed our excellent

Learn an Activity Programme. This programme

is aimed at those who want to gain knowledge

and experience in a particular field. The choice

of activity is unlimited – whatever you want to

learn about and experience, we will do our

best to organise for you • Programmes

we have held in the past include scuba

diving in our pristine, azure waters, learning

cookery with a Mediterranean and Maltese

flair, golfing at Malta’s exclusive 18-hole golf

course, cultural programmes teaching about

our great history and tradition in detail, and

plenty of other programmes with something to

entice everyone • Whatever kind of activity

our students would like to pursue, whether

water sports or barbecues, disco parties or

boat trips, or one of our learning programmes,

they can rest assured that all our excursions

are organised and supervised by our highly

experienced team of coordinators and group

leaders.

Even though Malta is small, it is an international

meeting place where people receive a big

welcome. Many students tell us that they feel

completely at ‘home’ from the moment they

arrive. The Maltese are renowned for their

friendliness and hospitality, and the country

is one of the safest holiday destinations in

Europe • Malta is a truly bilingual country.

The island was under British rule for some

160 years, so English is spoken everywhere.

It is the country’s second official language

and the language of business. You can

easily buy English language newspapers,

magazines and books and there is a choice of

English language TV and radio programmes

including BBC World, CNN and CNBC.

Places to Visit in Malta:

➜ Valletta - the capital

➜ Mdina - ancient capital and walled city

known as the ‘silent city’.

➜ St Julians and Paceville - centre for

nightlife, clubs, bars & restaurants

➜ Marsaxlokk - pretty fishing town with a

daily market.

➜ Hypogeum, Paola – awesome

underground temple complex

Places to Visit in Gozo & Comino:

➜ The Citadel - walled city in Victoria

➜ Xlendi - pretty tourist village

➜ The Azure Window & Inland Sea

➜ The Blue Lagoon, Comino - a must for

swimmers and divers.

➜ Ggantija temples – ancient, pre-historic

temples, the oldest standing structures in

the world at 7,000 years old

For info on The Maltese Islands, visit www.visitmalta.com

Malta is not just about learning a language, it’s also

about enjoying and living the Mediterranean way of

life. Join us at Chamber College for that experience

and for the best tuition under the sun.

Valletta is a UNESCO ‘World Heritage City’. It gets its name from

Grandmaster La Vallette who established the capital in the

16th century. Today, it is a busy commercial and cultural centre overlooking the

impressive Grand Harbour. The city has a fascinating grid system of straight streets

nearly all leading to the sea. Valletta offers visitors a range of interesting cultural and

artistic venues to suit all tastes. St James Cavalier Arts Centre and the Museum of

Fine Arts are well worth a visit. The city has many excellent restaurants, cafés and

bars. Almost all bus services go to Valletta.

Sliema is the largest town and only a short distance from Chamber

College. It is one of the best places for shopping and its

open-air cafes create a wonderful relaxed ‘café society’ where students can

revise the day’s lesson while watching the world go by. The town has a 4km

sandstone beach along the coastline - perfect for sunbathing or swimming.

There is a regular ferry from Sliema seafront to Valletta that only takes 10 minutes

across the beautiful blue waters.

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