Kaplan International LanguagesSanta Barbara, USA

This Semi-Intensive English course consists of the General English course combined with 5.25 hours of online teacher led study sessions totalling 27 lessons per week. The content focuses on reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation through an integrated skills approach. This includes access to K+ Online complementary learning materials as well as access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self-directed study.


The Semi-Intensive English course is a semi-intensive program that allows you to balance classroom tuition with structured study and free time activities. You will improve your English language ability at a speed you feel comfortable with, while having time to enjoy your destination.

This course is available at all levels from Elementary to Advanced and you will be placed in a class which is suitable for your level. The course focuses on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking. You’ll also learn vocabulary and grammar, and how to speak in formal and informal discussions and strategies.

• Improve your core English language skills with students the on same level.
  
• Choose how long you study for, with courses lasting from 1 week to a year.
  
• Balance English classes with leisure activities.
  
• Specially created and proven Kaplan study materials.
  
• Graduate with a Kaplan International Languages Certificate of Achievement.
  

The General English course from Kaplan offers 20 lessons per week, making it the least intensive of the school’s options. Even so, this is more than enough time commitment to see significant improvements over time, and will also leave you enough free time to enjoy everything that California is famous for.

Kaplan International Santa Barbara is located on the campus of Santa Barbara City College. Students will have access to a fitness centre, computer lab, and several libraries. Santa Barbara is a great place to study for the nature-lover, with pleasant weather for most of the year.

The General English courses are designed to improve your English language skills and give you more professional and academic options in the future. As well as taking lessons, you will have plenty of time to sight-see and explore your destination.

The course is semi-intensive and available at all levels from Elementary to Advanced, with classes made up of different levels. The focus is on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking, and all Kaplan schools offer extensive and varied activities programs to help you make the most of your destination.

This course is for you if...

• You want to combine English classes with a holiday.
  
• You want to choose how long you study for, with courses from 1 week to a year.
  
• You want to practice your new English skills while out sightseeing and experiencing another culture.
  
• You want to make the most of specially created and proven Kaplan study materials.
  
• You want to receive a Kaplan International Languages Certificate of Achievement.
  

This intensive course consists of 35 lessons per week, including 8 specific skill lessons tailored to meet your specific learning needs.

Want to learn as fast as possible? Pack more training and support into your English program.

The Intensive English courses offer you the maximum classroom time each week, with extra lessons focusing on specific skills such as Business English, Academic English, Literature or TOEFL/IELTS preparation. You can study for as little as one week, or as much as a year and start at any level.

But don’t forget – at Kaplan, exploration and adventure are part of the learning process, so you’ll still have opportunities to practise your skills in the real world and enjoy your destination at the same time.

Immerse yourself in a new country and culture and get your English language skills and fluency to a high standard with an academic semester course. Each week you will receive 20 lessons in reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition to your lessons you will have access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring, access to K+ Online complementary learning materials and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self-directed study. This course includes 20 or 24 weeks of tuition and 2 session breaks taking the total time from start to finish 21-23 weeks or 25-27 weeks.

Structured like a real university semester, the English Academic Semester courses are either five or six-month English courses that aim to take you from your current level of English up to a very high level of fluency. You'll build invaluable skills for your future and make lasting memories as you explore the new city and culture around you.

But don’t forget – at Kaplan, exploration and adventure are part of the learning process, so you’ll still have opportunities to get out and enjoy your destination.

• Ideal for students hoping to progress to an English-speaking university.
  
• Immerse yourself in a new culture for five or six months and live like a local.
  
• Enhance your CV and improve your chances for future professional and academic success.
  
• Focus on all aspects of the English language and get quick and effective results.
  

Immerse yourself in a new country and culture, and get your English language skills and fluency to a high standard with an academic semester course. This is an intensive course where you will receive a total of 35 lessons per week including 8 Specific Skill Lessons tailored to meet your specific learning needs. The classes focus on reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition to your lessons you will have access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring, access to K+ Online complementary learning materials and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self-directed study. This academic semester course runs for a duration of 5 or 6 and has 2 session breaks during this time.



Structured like a real university semester, the English Academic Semester courses are either five or six-month English courses that aim to take you from your current level of English up to a very high level of fluency. You'll build invaluable skills for your future and make lasting memories as you explore the new city and culture around you.

The Intensive Academic Semester course allows you to maximize your classroom time, with extra lessons focusing on specific skills such as business English, academic English, literature or TOEFL/IELTS preparation.

But don’t forget – at Kaplan, exploration and adventure are part of the learning process, so you’ll still have opportunities to get out and enjoy your destination.

• Ideal for students hoping to progress to an English-speaking university.
  
• Immerse yourself in a new culture for five or six months and live like a local.
  
• Enhance your CV and improve your chances for future professional and academic success.
  
• Focus on all aspects of the English language and get quick and effective results.
  

Immerse yourself in a new country and culture and get your English language skills and fluency to a high standard with this academic year-long course. Each week you will receive 20 lessons in reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition to your lessons, you will have access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring, access to K+ Online complementary learning materials and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self-directed study. This course runs for 8 months and includes 2 session breaks taking the total time from start to finish 34-35 weeks.

Structured like a real university year, the English Academic Year courses are nine-month English courses that aim to take you from your current level of English up to a very high level of fluency. You'll build invaluable skills for your future and make lasting memories as you explore the new city and culture around you.

• Ideal for students hoping to progress to an English-speaking university.
  
• Immerse yourself in a new culture for nine months and live like a local.
  
• Enhance your CV and improve your chances for future professional and academic success.
  
• Focus on all aspects of the English language and get quick and effective results.
  

Immerse yourself in a new country and culture, and get your English language skills and fluency to a high standard with an academic semester course. This is an intensive course where you will receive a total of 35 lessons per week including 8 Specific Skill Lessons tailored to meet your specific learning needs. The classes focus on reading, writing, listening, conversation, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In addition to your lessons, you will have access to teacher-led study sessions with guidance and monitoring, access to K+ Online complementary learning materials and access to K+ Online Extra additional learning materials for self-directed study. This course runs for the duration of 8 months and includes 2 session breaks taking the total time from start to finish 34-35 weeks.

Structured like a real university year, the English Academic Year courses are nine-month English courses that aim to take you from your current level of English up to a very high level of fluency. You'll build invaluable skills for your future and make lasting memories as you explore the new city and culture around you.

The Intensive Academic Year course allows you to maximize your classroom time, with extra lessons focusing on specific skills such as business English, academic English, literature or TOEFL/IELTS preparation. But don’t forget – at Kaplan, exploration and adventure are part of the learning process, so you’ll still have opportunities to get out and enjoy your destination.

• Ideal for students hoping to progress to an English-speaking university.
  
• Immerse yourself in a new culture for nine months and live like a local.
  
• Enhance your CV and improve your chances for future professional and academic success.
  
• Focus on all aspects of the English language and get quick and effective results.
  

This is a package of 10 one-to-one lessons, each lesson is 45 minutes. These must be combined with another course.

Whether you want intensive private language training for the whole of your time abroad, need to study outside of normal school hours, or just want a little extra help preparing for a crucial exam, the school will provide personalized tuition to help you reach your unique targets. Choose a package of one-to-one classes when you book your course, or ask about private lessons at any time during your stay.

This is a package of 3 one-to-one lessons, each lesson is 45 minutes. These must be combined with another course.

Whether you want intensive private language training for the whole of your time abroad, need to study outside of normal school hours, or just want a little extra help preparing for a crucial exam, the school will provide personalized tuition to help you reach your unique targets. Choose a package of one-to-one classes when you book your course, or ask about private lessons at any time during your stay.

This is a package of 5 one-to-one lessons, each lesson is 45 minutes. These must be combined with another course.

Whether you want intensive private language training for the whole of your time abroad, need to study outside of normal school hours, or just want a little extra help preparing for a crucial exam, the school will provide personalized tuition to help you reach your unique targets. Choose a package of one-to-one classes when you book your course, or ask about private lessons at any time during your stay.

Package of 10 two-to-one lessons per week. These must be combined with another course.
For 2 students with a similar level booking and studying together. Price per student. 

Whether you want intensive private language training for the whole of your time abroad, need to study outside of normal school hours, or just want a little extra help preparing for a crucial exam, the school will provide personalized tuition to help you reach your unique targets. Choose a package of one-to-one classes when you book your course, or ask about private lessons at any time during your stay.

Package of 3 two-to-one lessons per week. These must be combined with another course.
For 2 students with a similar level booking and studying together. Price per student. 

Whether you want intensive private language training for the whole of your time abroad, need to study outside of normal school hours, or just want a little extra help preparing for a crucial exam, the school will provide personalized tuition to help you reach your unique targets. Choose a package of one-to-one classes when you book your course, or ask about private lessons at any time during your stay.

Package of 5 two-to-one lessons per week. These must be combined with another course.
For 2 students with a similar level booking and studying together. Price per student. 

Whether you want intensive private language training for the whole of your time abroad, need to study outside of normal school hours, or just want a little extra help preparing for a crucial exam, the school will provide personalized tuition to help you reach your unique targets. Choose a package of one-to-one classes when you book your course, or ask about private lessons at any time during your stay.

This course prepares you to use the English language in a professional setting. It consists of 20 General English lessons + 8 Business English lessons per week covering a range of subjects to increase your knowledge of business English terminology and working practices.

On top of your standard English lessons, learn how to navigate the international workplace through specialized writing exercises, in-class roleplays and business specific workshops.

This course focuses on the techniques required to be successful in the TOEFL exam. It includes 20 TOEFL and Academic English Lessons combining classes intended to improve the students verbal skills and test-taking skills, 7 Structured Study Sessions and full-length TOEFL iBT computer-based simulations with feedback and additional study and library materials.

Recognised by more than 10,000 colleges, universities and agencies, TOEFL is the world's most popular English language test. The school will help you build the advanced English skills and sophisticated exam technique you need to succeed, with tailored classes exploring the structure of the exam and full-length practice tests.

Kaplan’s TOEFL preparation courses will leave you ready to face the Internet-Based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT®) in full confidence. The standard TOEFL course offers you a balance of specialized study and free time.

• Improve your TOEFL score by at least 5 points within 8 weeks.
  
• An internationally recognized TOEFL® ibT.
  
• Prepare for university in the USA or Canada.
  
• Benefit from expert instruction, exclusive course materials, and a curriculum developed by Kaplan, the world leader in TOEFL iBT preparation.
  
• Enhance your CV and chance for professional success in the future.
  
• Receive an accredited Kaplan International Languages Certificate of Achievement with language level and attendance.
  

This course focuses on the techniques required to be successful in the TOEFL exam. It includes 20 TOEFL and Academic English Lessons combining classes intended to improve the students verbal skills and test-taking skills, 7 Structured Study Sessions and full-length TOEFL iBT computer-based simulations with feedback and additional study and library materials and 8 TOEFL iBT and Academic English specific skills lessons.

Recognised by more than 10,000 colleges, universities and agencies, TOEFL is the world's most popular English language test. The school will help you build the advanced English skills and sophisticated exam technique you need to succeed, with tailored classes exploring the structure of the exam and full-length practice tests.

Kaplan’s TOEFL preparation courses will leave you ready to face the Internet-Based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT®) in full confidence. The Intensive TOEFL program provides extra Specific Skills lessons and additional practice tests.

• Improve your TOEFL score by at least 5 points within 8 weeks.
  
• An internationally recognized TOEFL® ibT.
  
• Prepare for university in the USA or Canada.
  
• Benefit from expert instruction, exclusive course materials, and a curriculum developed by Kaplan, the world leader in TOEFL iBT® preparation.
  
• Enhance your CV and chance for professional success in the future.
  
• Receive an accredited Kaplan International Languages Certificate of Achievement with language level and attendance.