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Living in Canterbury, a true British city, will improve your level of English quickly and effectively and also give you a real taste of British/European culture and way of life.
Canterbury is an ancient and prestigious English city and a great name to have on your CV.
Canterbury is a vibrant and an important academic centre in the UK so you will mix with interesting local residents and students who come there from around the world to attend language courses and who attend the three universities there.
Going to Girne American University Canterbury means:
Girne American University Canterbury 2010-2011 fees:
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Girne American University Canterbury is an independent institution of American style higher education. Girne American University Canterbury comprehensive attitude to learning encourages scholarships, community service and integration in today's interdependent international society. With our study abroad programme you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and understanding by studying in AUC's sister campuses in Asia, the Mediterranean, and America.
For those students with insufficient command of English we offer English at different levels in our English Preparatory programme. Employing the latest technological innovations of the highest standard to aid your learning, Girne American University Canterbury is a student lead institution, ensuring that every student's need is catered for. High standard of accommodation are situated in the centre of Canterbury so you're next door to the vibrant student life the city has to offer. Canterbury is a world heritage site and has a scholarly tradition going back more than 1000 years. Home to three other universities, this historic city is equipped with the resources you need to enrich your learning experience. For further information please call admissions on 01227 455556 or e- mail us on info@gauc.org.uk
Interdisciplinary Design Students showed their ‘live’ project work to Porchlight clients and GAU guests from their Canterbury service-learning, ‘vertical’ studio directed by Associate Professor Marga Jann, RIBA, AIA, DPUC, NCARB this past summer.
Porchlight is one of the ‘foremost charities supporting vulnerable and homeless people’ in Kent. Yus Tunkara, Strategic Manager for Porchlight, said, ‘The project gives the students an opportunity to apply their skills to a real life project and have a real human impact. At Porchlight we are committed to making sure our supported accommodation is welcoming and recognised for offering much more than just a roof over someone’s head. We are very pleased to have the students’ innovative design ideas and valuable input on this.’
Advanced architecture students developed schemes for GAU-Canterbury future campus expansion needs, in particular façade and landscaping studies for a nearby office building (Newingate), an adaptive re-use project. Advanced Interior Design students worked on a restaurant for the top of the building which has a stunning view of Canterbury Cathedral (rendering by Irfan Gül). Guest critics/client representatives during the term included GAU Vice Chancellor Ron French, PhD, Rachel Holliday, Deputy Chief Executive of Porchlight,
and Karl Elliott of Clague Architects.
‘Thanks for organising the presentations for us today. They were all very good and I congratulate the students - they have all clearly worked very hard and I was impressed at how well they were able to present despite the fact that they are still learning English!’ --Rachel Holliday, Deputy Chief Executive, Porchlight, Kent
Girne American University-Canterbury’s first English Certificate Ceremony was held on Monday, August 23, 2010 in honour of 27 certificate graduates.
Students were awarded the certificates upon successful completion of the required coursework and conference participation for the Communication Skills course. The certificates were awarded upon the recommendation of Communication Skills Instructor Bahriye Kemal.
Congratulations to all who attended.
Students at Girne American University-Canterbury organised and participated in their first undergraduate conference-style workshop August 2010.
As part of their overseas summer programme all students were enrolled in Communication Skills to advance their academic and spoken English. The special nine-week course was organised as part of the student programme and included planning, implementation, and evaluation of a simulated conference. Instructor Bahriye Kemal supervised and guided the students on the skills needed to organise for and present at the conference, with students successfully responding to the call for papers, writing abstracts, formulating the ’conference’ programme and presenting papers on varied research topics. They also chaired and participated in panels.
Congratulations to all for organising an enriching conference!
23 July 2010
STUDENTS from The American University, Canterbury, are helping improve the image of accommodation provided by Porchlight.
Architecture and design students met Porchlight's strategic manager, Yusupha Tunkara, and architect Karl Elliott of Clague to pool ideas about how they could make the rooms more user-friendly.
The initiative is part of a summer programme giving the students the chance to use their skills on behalf of Porchlight, which provides supported accommodation for homeless people around Kent.
The international students had travelled from the university's home campus, Girne American University in Cyprus.
http://www.thisiskent.co.uk/news/Students-designs-help-homeless/article-2430717-detail/article.html
During the first week international students arrived from Turkey, Cyprus, Iran, Jordan, Belarus and other countries. They joined various programmes including English, Architecture and Design, International Relations, Business and Finance, and were housed in University accommodation (except for a few early arrivals who spent four days camping at the YHA in Canterbury.)
After the orientation, students were taken on a tour of Canterbury which included inducting them into the language, currency, banking systems, mobile phone requirements and other activities needed to aid settling in. All students were given a Student Handbook and Welcome Pack with maps, vouchers and other useful information.
In the evening, the architecture and design students joined Professor Marga Jann to take part in Evensong at Canterbury Cathedral.
Throughout the summer all students are welcome to participate in the programme of activities which the Design Department has planned (including architectural walks, visits to castles and lectures on historic and contemporary buildings).
The Business and English Departments also offer events and activities including paintballing, hiking and visits to London. Keep an eye on this page as we update it with photos of the students as they tour and enjoy the UK as part of their experiential-learning programme.
Some student comments re GAU-C orientation:
‘GAU-C coach service picked us up from the airport and bought us to Canterbury. We met the GAU-C staff and they were all so helpful. I really enjoyed the orientation, especially the Canterbury city tour. I am so pleased that I will be studying in this historical city. ‘
‘The orientation taught me about studying in the UK. Before the orientation I was very nervous but the orientation really made me feel comfortable. I really like Canterbury and the university. ‘
‘The orientation made me feel welcome and safe. I was informed about life in the UK and studying in GAU-C. Everyone here is fantastic so is the new university campus and its location. ‘
Professor Dr. Hasan Ali Bicak, the President of YODAK, visited the GAU Canterbury campus in the UK today. He held meetings with the President, Dr. Shel Hulac, faculty and staff members of the new campus. After a number of meetings, discussions and touring the facility he stated, ‘I am very impressed with the infrastructure and the whole investment.
It has all of the required facilities to provide quality education. With the staff recruited here and the support of faculty and staff of Girne American University in Cyprus, there is no doubt that the project in Canterbury will be a success. Canterbury has been a center of higher education for over 1,000 years and GAU expects to provide its added value to this long history.’ Professor Bicak has been in the UK on a private visit to various higher education locations in the UK and to attend an important workshop on accreditation.
Canterbury, also referred to as the University City, welcomed a prestigious new educational campus on a sunny Saturday, 5th December 2009 as The American University formally opened its doors.
The opening and ribbon cutting ceremony was held by the President of North Cyprus Mehmet Ali Talat, President of the Board of Trustees Memduh Erdal, Turkish Ambassador Yigit Alpagon, and the Lord Mayor of Canterbury Dr. Harry Cragg.
Mr. Talat, who had recently met with British Prime Minister Gordon Brown, excitedly pointed out that the goal which has been achieved was not only important for Girne American University, but for all universities in North Cyprus and for the TRNC as well.
Also, in a warm and friendly atmosphere, the Lord Mayor delightfully shared the sentiments and added that Canterbury was a very welcoming place.
In his opening speech, Dr. Shel Hulac, President of GAU-The American University Canterbury, stressed the importance of the income generated by GAU students for Canterbury, adding that GAU will take its place and continue to contribute to the development of the town.
The dignitaries were joined at the new site on St. George Place, Canterbury by journalists, academics and administrative staff who flew from the GAU Cyprus campus especially for the occasion, along with representatives of GAU partner universities and students studying in Canterbury.
Speech by Chancellor Mr.Serhat Akpinar
To mark the 25th anniversary of GAU, the University is offering all new students joining GAU Canterbury this academic year (2010-2011) fixed priced tuition fees for the duration of their degree.
For more details, please contact:
9 St. George’s Place Canterbury, Kent, CT1 1UT – UK Tel: +44 1227 455556
e-mail: info@gauc.org.uk
www.gauc.org.uk
During the summer young people of different age groups will be able to learn and practice English. The programme runs a combination of social activities, exciting excursions, and fun evening entertainment while providing a unique opportunity to learn a language where it is natively spoken.
GAU-Canterbury (GAU-C) has been operational since October 2009 and offers courses to students from the Faculty of Business, the Foundation English Programme, and the Faculty of Architecture.
On October 1, 2009 GAU-C held an introductory meeting with local dignitaries. The meeting provided GAU the opportunity to present information about University plans for future growth in the Canterbury area and was followed by a delicious locally-sourced meal at the Chaucer Hotel.
FRIDAY 13th AUGUST
All students attending are to meet at reception at 7.00am.
If you are unsure if you are due to go, please check the list with Katie.
Wed 21 July 7:30pm
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
Lecture by Heather Newton, Head of Canterbury Cathedral Stone Masonry & Conservation
(leave GAU at 7:00 with Marga or meet there)
7:30 Drinks
7:45 LECTURE
9:00 Compline (for those interested)
9:15 Home
All invited - Lecture is REQUIRED for Design/Restoration Students
The Current Girne American University Canterbury Campus is located in the former KM Messenger Building at 9 St. Georges' Place located in a central location, puts the campus in a prime location near the town Centre facilities, commercial district and amenities.
Girne American University Canterbury, will over the coming years, be making further investments in Canterbury expanding, up grading & modernising its facilities, which will see Girne American University Canterbury naturally grow from its current location to become located conveniently in Canterbury with various buildings offering state or the art facilities for its students and staff to enhance every aspect of student life.
THE PAST WHICH CREATES FOR FUTURE
Canterbury and the surrounding area have a whole host of history and heritage for you to come and discover. Canterbury is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is a city keeping many of its old iconic buildings. The main historical attraction of Canterbury is the fascinating Christ Church Cathedral that takes you back to medieval times. The Cathedral which is a mixture of Romanesque and Perpendicular Gothic, is one of the world`s oldest cathedrals and includes an outstanding collection of twelfth and thirteenth century stained glass.
Canterbury has many other places of historical value and interest such as the medieval city walls, modest Church of St Martin which is the oldest Church of England. St Dunstan`s Church, and St Mildred`s Church, Canterbury Castle and the ruins of the Abbey of St Augustine.
The development of literacy, education and scholarship at the Abbey of St Augustine meant that Canterbury become the most important medieval centre of learning in England. Canterbury still remains a centre for education with 40.000 students studying in this fascinating city from all over the world.