Is it possible to live, study, and be self-supporting in England?

At least one hundred Bulgarians prove this each year! The Months in England Program is based on the experiences of Bulgarian people that have successfully lived and studied in England.

English Language Training

The program offers 3, 4, or 5 month English language courses which are taught in special foreign language training colleges in central London. These colleges are accredited by the British Council. Classes are held 5 days a week for 3 hours each day. Language training is conducted in small groups to ensure individual attention. Upon successful completion of the course participants will receive a certificate demonstrating their proficiency level in spoken and written English.

Self-Support Opportunities

Candidates may work in certain positions, such as barman, waiter, shop assistant, courier, housekeeper, etc. The payment in London is 4-6 British pounds per hour.

Monetary Allowance

Apartments in London cost from 35-75 British pounds per person. This price includes the reservation fee for the first apartment. The apartments are rented from Bulgaria at a cost of 150 pounds for a two week period. This sum must be paid after your arrival in London. At this time you may seek out a more inexpensive apartment in which to live. The typical price is 50-60 pounds per week for a bed. The apartments are nicely furnished and the school guarantees their quality. Participants must inform the property manager at least one week before leaving the apartment.

Food in London is reasonably priced if groceries are purchased in large shops. 20 pounds per week should be sufficient to feed one person. Remember to set aside money for transport, entertainment, clothing, and other purchases. With these miscellaneous expenses included, the monetary allowance is approximately 410 pounds per month.

The program fee depends on the type of course and its duration. Polycontact's services include:

• College registration and provision of all required documents
• English proficiency tests to determine the most appropriate English course for each applicant
• Complimentary English preparatory courses
• Interview preparation and document organization for the British Embassy interview
• Psychological preparation to ensure quick adaptation to life in London
• Accomodation arrangements and reservations according to the college requirements
• Trip preparation
• Meeting in London and viewing the apartment
• Orientation to London and introduction to Bulgarians currently residing in London and participating in the same program
• Advice for living in London, registering for a National Insurance Number, accessing medical services, and opening accounts

Applicants should have at least basic proficiency in English. Greater English knowledge increases the number of opportunities.

Applicants under the age of 30 are most likely to participate in the program, but there is no specific age limit.

The application process has two parts:

• College registration

Required documents:

• Application form (available from Polycontact)
• Certificate showing no previous criminal convictions
• Two passport photos
• Visa application for the British Embassy