This article provides general guidance. Entry requirements, costs, course availability and immigration rules may change. Check current official information and request personalised advice.
Define the purpose
Be clear whether the programme is mainly academic, language-focused, cultural or a combination.
Check supervision and support
Ask who is responsible for students, how emergencies are handled and what support is available outside scheduled activities.
Review what is included
Accommodation, meals, local travel, activities, insurance and airport transfers may or may not be part of the fee.
Confirm the learning outcome
Understand what students will study, whether assessment is involved and what certificate or record is provided.
