These objectives are addressed through formal language instruction. Formal classroom instruction takes place from two to four hours daily, supplemented by discussions, films, cultural excursions and field exercises. During the last four weeks of the program, instruction hours are reduced to allow time for students to pursue their research interests. The course offers a choice of 60 or 90 hours of classroom training in a host country language per semester. The course is taught by local university faculty, professionals and Lexia staff.
Students receive one grade for each term's course.
Evaluation is based on attendance, performance in class and the results of oral and written examinations conducted by the language school. The seminar highlights the historical experiences of immigrants and other minority populations within the United Kingdom, including the Welsh, Irish and Scots. It also reviews the artistic and architectural traditions of the nation, the powerful role of literature in historical and political movements and the struggle for cultural definition in the modern era. Covering a broad variety of topics and issues, this examination of the host country prepares students to pursue their Field Research Projects . Lectures, complemented with small group activities, expose students to the richness of British history and culture.