Extra Information for English Language and Activity Programmes at Studio Cambridge

Sir Michael course spending money

Almost everything on the Sir Michael programme is included in the fees. However, there may be a few additional costs for which you should plan.

Although most things are included in the course fees, we recommend that you bring around £80 per week spending money.  This can be used in emergencies, for buying souvenirs, and extra activities such as going to the cinema with friends.

Transport

If you are living in a homestay, you will need to make arrangements to get to and from school as homestay accommodation is at different locations in the city.  Your homestay hosts will help you find the best route and method.

At the residences, on the first day of your course (Monday), your warden will help you get to the course centre.  Our residential accommodation is within easy walking distance to and from school.

Whether you need transport to get to school or just want to find it easier to get around Cambridge, there is a choice of transport.  Two of the most popular methods are:

Bicycles

This is the favourite and most traditional way for getting around Cambridge, which has many cycle lanes to separate bikes from car traffic.  We recommend that you only hire bicycles (approximately £15 per week) if you are a competent cyclist and confident about cycling on English roads.

If requested, we can help you hire a bicycle on the first Monday of your stay.

Buses

An alternative to the bike would be to use the local bus services.  You can buy a 'Citi' bus pass (approximately £11 per week), which is called a 'Megarider'.  These can be bought on the buses by asking the driver directly.  Studio staff will also be able to help you choose the correct bus, which will take you to and from the school or city centre.

Not arriving or leaving on a Sunday?

Airport transfers from the main London airports (Heathrow or Stansted) are included in your fees as long as you arrive and depart on a Sunday.  Arrival or departure on any day other than a Sunday will mean you will have to pay extra costs for the transfer. 

Not arriving or leaving from one of London's main airports?

If you are not flying into, or leaving from, London Heathrow or London Stansted, an additional charge will be made.