IT Multi media centres WiFi Internet access and Email facilities, English Reference Library
Bournemouth Business School International (BBSI) is one of the most highly-accredited Business Colleges and English Language Schools in the UK. We are located in Bournemouth on the south coast of England. BBSI offers international students a variety of English language courses, business English courses, specialised courses, and a wide selection of university foundation and pre-Masters courses. The School also offers international students a comprehensive UK university placement service and, provided the required grades are achieved, assured entry to a UK university.
The Institute is open throughout the year and provides a friendly learning environment, a sound academic structure and a relaxed social atmosphere. There are 3 primary academic facilities: the English Language School, a Business College and a Summer School. There are a wide range of study programmes available that vary in duration from one week to a full academic year. International students can study for University of Cambridge ESOL examinations in English and Business English, and gain valuable business qualifications and professional qualifications.
BBSI occupies 2 prominent and adjoining, centrally-located Victorian buildings, comprising 25 well-equipped classrooms, whilst capacity is around 250 students. Facilities at BBSI include:
- 2 fully-networked IT Multi-Media Centres; 30 computers
- 25 classrooms equipped with DVD/VCR/CD facilities, 4 of which have Internet connections
- real-time access to the Internet for trainees on specialised programmes
- Wi-Fi Internet access throughout the premises
- e-mail facilities
- high-speed, Broadband connection
- reference Library
- student Common Room, refreshment facilities with satellite television
- garden and patio area for relaxation
- 2 parking areas for cycles
- bus stop immediately outside the premises
Sports, Leisure and Recreation Facilities
BBSI offers a comprehensive selection of leisure, sports and social activities, both during the day and in
the evenings. In planning such activities, the School takes full account of the cultural differences between life in England and in students' home countries. In satisfying this requirement, staff consider, among other factors, cultural background, individual lifestyles and religious faith. Activities include:
football tournaments
beach volleyball tournaments
excursions
skittles evenings
games nights
coffee and conversation club
Social ProgrammeBBSI offers a full social programme for both staff and students. Activities include:
cultural excursions
day trips to London, Bath and elsewhere
beach BBQs
sporting events
welcome parties
karaoke pub nights
picnics in the park
beach parties
garden BBQs
museum visits
London theatre trips
leaving parties
Student Course PackageBBSI study programmes are inclusive of the following:
induction Folder (contains information concerning the school, Bournemouth and aspects of regional interest, plus information on travelling and living in the UK)
ID Card
course Books and other materials *
school induction
entry Test on arrival
tour of Bournemouth on arrival (for students joining at the start of an academic term)
free access to high speed Internet facilities
free access to Reference Library
school social programme
welcome and farewell parties
access to published periodicals
tutorial and social counselling
welfare and support (24-hour helpline)
host-family booking and liaison
domestic and welfare counselling
administration services and administration support
end-of-course certification
external accreditation by international awarding bodies (where applicable)
study reports and academic references (on request)
* Course Book fees for the Certificate, Higher-Certificate, Diploma, University Foundation and Pre-Masters courses only: £100.00