University of Sussex

Alojamiento

Living

• Single en-suite rooms spread across multiple residence blocks
• Flats of 4 to 6 rooms
• Rooms furniture includes a wardrobe, desk and chair
• Laundry available for a small fee. Payment is cashless via an app
• Comfortable kitchens in each flat
• Meals are served in a spacious canteen
• Bedrooms, bathrooms, and common areas are cleaned weekly
• Bed linen is changed weekly, students must bring their own towel
• Wi-Fi throughout
• A deposit of £30 is required upon arrival and lost room keys cost £70

Dining & Facilities

Meals are served in a large dining hall on campus

Breakfast

Hot breakfast and continental breakfast available including juice, coffee, toast, cereal and fruit.

Lunch

A minimum of 2 options available, including a vegetarian option.

Packed lunches

Water, fruit, sandwiches, crisps, and biscuits.

Dinner

A minimum of 2 options available, including a vegetarian option.

Facilities

• Large indoor sports hall booked in advance (not available to book during the summer)
• Plenty of outdoor areas for games and activities
• Mini supermarket and cafes are available on campus
• Cash machine (ATM), however the campus is completely cashless
• Wi-Fi available in all common areas

Aprendizaje

Whilst delivering bespoke lesson materials, the EduBuddy lesson is designed to engage students in discussion, to develop the key life skills of collaboration and intercultural communication, and to provide extensive opportunities to practice and build on current language.

• Lessons taught by teachers trained to deliver the EduBuddy Lessons
• 17 students per class and classes suitable for students of all levels.
• 15 hours a week
• 20 x 45 mins
• All learning resources provided are age appropriate and all students receive an end of course certificate of attendance.

Programa

Arrival

Students will be welcomed upon arrival at the Fulton Building where they will register, check-in to their rooms, and get their room keys.

Welcome

On the first evening, there will be a welcome activity which is designed to ensure students have the opportunity to meet the staff, and the other students. They will get to know more about the campus, its facilities and other useful information which will help them during their stay.

Activities

Activities are organised before or after lessons and in the evenings. They may include:

• Sports such as football, mini Olympics, rounders, table tennis, volleyball, and basketball.
• Daytime activities such as scavenger hunts and drama workshops.
• Evening activities such as karaoke, talent shows, and team games.

Our students travel by coach or train for activities and excursions outside the centre.

Excursions and Trips

Half-day Trips

Our students get to explore exciting places such as Arundel Castle, Eastbourne, Herstmonceux Observatory as well as local visits to Brighton with the Sea Life Centre.

Full-day Excursions

• London: Visit this exciting capital city and take a walking tour of central London and visit the National Gallery.
• Canterbury: Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this is one of the most visited cities in the UK with medieval buildings, notably the gothic architecture of Canterbury Cathedral.
• Windsor Castle: Visit the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world that has been the family home to British Kings and Queens for almost 1,000 years.

Optional Trips

• Thorpe Park: Home to thrilling rides, attractions and live events, Thorpe Park Resort is the ultimate destination for thrill seekers featuring some of the UK's most popular roller coasters.
• London:
• London Eye: Enjoy amazing 360-degree views over London from the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel.
• Madame Tussauds: Experience one of London's best loved attractions! Star in immersive experiences and get up close and personal with more than 150 lifelike figures of your favourite celebrities.
• Portsmouth: A city surrounded by the sea, Portsmouth's history is strongly linked with the Royal Navy. The city houses some superb military and maritime museums including Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and the D-Day Story.

Horario de Ejemplo

Bienestar Estudiantil

We place the highest priority on care and supervision at all of our EduBuddy centres so you can rest assured students are well looked after. Members of staff are available 24 hours a day.

Student Services

Our student support staff can help you with:

• Accommodation
• Airport transfers
• Information about local services
• Assistance with individual and personal problems
• Emergency contact

Medical information

If a student needs medical attention an EduBuddy staff member will help make an appointment. Group Leaders must accompany the student to an appointment. An EduBuddy staff member will accompany any student that is not part of a group.

LOCAL DOCTOR
Brighton General Hospital, Elm Grove, Tel: +44 1273 696011

LOCAL HOSPITAL
Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 5BE, Tel: +44 1273 696955

LOCAL DENTIST
Centre for dentistry, Lewes Road (inside Sainsbury's), Brighton BN2 3QA, Tel: +44 1273 907002

INSURANCE

If a student does not have insurance to cover their time abroad, guard.me insurance is available to purchase through EduBuddy.

CASH

Please note that the centre is mostly cashless. Cash is only required for optional activities and room deposits.

In case of emergency

A 24 hour emergency telephone number is available all summer: +44 7771 845978