About Us

LSI has an extensive network of schools placed world wide. You can study English in one of our institutions in England, Canada, the USA, Malta, New Zealand or Australia. We also have language centres in France, Germany and Switzerland. LSI also cooperates with partner language schools in Spain, Italy, Russia, Mexico and Costa Rica. Since 1965, we have taught thousands of students from all parts of the world. Our teachers and staff members are trained to the highest possible standards. They are on hand to guide you through your studies.

Language Studies International SF/Berkley

Berkeley, home of the world famous University of California, is a multicolored and friendly student-oriented city that is placed just across the bay from San Francisco. Located in Northern California, the San Francisco Bay Area provides a wealth of well known attractions and tourist sites. Berkeley itself has beautiful parks, great restaurants and shopping, and the attractions of San Francisco are just a short trip away. To the North and West is the Gold Country, where gold was founded in 1849, and the Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks are just a few hours drive away.

Courses

General language courses

University Foundation Programme

  • 30 group lessons per week / 12-36 weeks
  • Two individual classes per week
  • Intermediate level or above
  • Fast track applications to universities

This programme has been specially designed for students who wish to study at an English speaking university. Alongside the group lessons aimed at developing academic English, the course allows for individual lessons which will target each students specific language needs.

Location

LSI Berkeley is placed in downtown Berkeley, nearby bus and underground stations and not far away from the University campus. The area has many restaurants, movie theatres, coffee shops, bookstores and other act of offerings. The school has nine classrooms involving two student computer rooms with free internet access, a student resource library, and indoor and outdoor common areas.

Accommodation

The school offer home-stay and residence accommodation at the University of California. Single and double room options are available.

To find out course fees, intake dates, entry requirements and more details about courses and the Institute please click on the Enquiry button and complete our form.