York, University of York

Our summer school is based only 1.5 miles from the historic city centre of York which is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the UK with many attractions for summer school students.

Ages:	11-18
Dates:	05/07/2012 - 19/08/2012
Accommodation:	Single en-suite

Why choose this centre?

Historic city of York – one of UK’s top tourist destinations
Outstanding food from multi-award-winning catering team
Rich local sightseeing programme including entrances to York Minster, York Dungeon, The Jorvik Centre and more
Weekly bus pass included
Visit to Manchester with late return and Old Trafford Stadium included

Campus

Our summer school takes place at the University of York’s beautiful Heslington campus only ten minutes by bus from the historic city centre of York. ATC International students are accommodated in Alcuin Halls and will enjoy an outstanding accommodation and catering package. The university has won the UK University Best Food Award three times in the last four years.

Accommodation

Single en-suite bedrooms in apartment style
5 – 6 bedrooms per apartment/li>
Common area in each apartment
Keys & towels provided

Sports Facilities

2 x large sports halls with multi-use courts
All weather pitches
Tennis courts
Playing fields

Other Facilities

Bar area & disco for evening activities
Lecture theatre with large screen for films
Coffee bars, shops & bank on campus
200 acres of landscaped grounds around large lake
Bus stop on campus & bus pass included

Trinity Exam

Trinity Exam included in the package price
Exam preparation throughout the course
ATC Internationl teachers receive Trinity exam seminar

Drama Workshops

2 x 90 minute drama session per week
Led by professsional drama coach
Open to all students

York University Conference Trinity College London

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Downloads

Download our Centre Profile in pdf format with sample 2 week activity programme and menus.

York Centre Profile 2012 (758.6 KiB)
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Map and directions

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Transport Facts

Bus

10 minutes by bus to city centre
Bus stop on campus, frequent service
Weekly travel card included

Airports

Manchester: 90 minutes
Leeds/Bradford: 60 minutes
LHR: 225 minutes