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Live, Learn, Launch: Your Guide to a Thriving Business Career in London

STUDY ABROAD IN LONDON WITH GUARANTEED UNIVERSITY ADMISSION Studying business in London isn’t just about…

Navigating the Metropolis: SCL’s Guide to Public Transport in London

TRAVEL TIPS AND TICKET OPTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN LONDON Picture this: you wake up…

Introducing SCL’s E-learning Platform For English Language Students

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LEARNING ENGLISH ONLINE WITH SCL At SCL International College…

Culinary Adventures in London’s Winter Food Scene

MUST-TRY BRITISH FOODS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN LONDON We’ve seen our students enjoying the cosy…

IELTS vs CAMBRIDGE EXAMS: Which one is right for me?

THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN IELTS AND CAMBRIDGE EXAMS EXPLAINED In today’s globalised society, proficiency in the…

Escape the Cold: 10 Fun Indoor Activities for International Students in London

COOL PLACES TO EXPLORE ON COLD OR RAINY DAYS Rain or snow, there’s no need…

University Foundation Programme in Computer Science: A Gateway to Exciting Careers in London

A CAREER GUIDE FOR ASPIRING COMPUTER SCIENTISTS Do you want to develop machine translation tools…

London’s Secrets Revealed: Join Our Walking Tours

SEE LONDON THROUGH THE EYES OF A LOCAL Our Student Services Coordinator, Gen, is passionate…

How much does it cost to learn English in London?

LANGUAGE STUDY ABROAD TRIP: HANDY PRICING GUIDE FOR LONDON The UK capital is a multicultural…

The Essential Guide to Studying Social Sciences: Which Career Path is Right for Me?

WHAT JOBS CAN YOU GET WITH A DEGREE IN SOCIAL SCIENCES? Are you fascinated by…

London Day Trips: SCL’s Spotlight on Cambridge

AN ESSENTIAL TRAVEL GUIDE FOR EXPLORING CAMBRIDGE If you’re thinking about travelling to the UK…

London Day Trips: SCL’s Spotlight on Brighton

A FUN TRIP TO THE SEASIDE FOR CURIOUS ENGLISH LEARNERS Located less than an hour…

Gaia’s student journey updates: A true testament to the power of learning

REFLECTIONS ON AN ENGLISH LEARNING EXPERIENCE IN LONDON “From October 9th 2022 to June 16th…

10 of the Best: Instagrammable Spots In London

DISCOVER LONDON’S INSTA-WORTHY HOT SPOTS AND HIDDEN GEMS Did you know that London was crowned…

Introducing SCL’s Student Explorer

YOUR CURATED GOOGLE MAP GUIDE TO LONDON AND BEYOND Preparing for your study abroad trip…

From Türkiye to the World: A Letter from English Learner Nesibe

A HEARTWARMING STORY OF PURSUING EDUCATION DREAMS Today, we’re excited to bring you a captivating…

Getting to Know… Camden Town

YOUR LOCAL GUIDE TO CAMDEN’S SECRET GEMS Camden Town is a vibrant and lively neighbourhood…

Which language school is the right educational institution for me?

MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE: IS SCL INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE THE PERFECT FIT? Are you wondering whether…

How to Celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III

A HISTORIC MOMENT FOR THE BRITISH MONARCHY On May 6th, 2023, a historic event will…

Getting to Know… North Acton

YOUR LOCAL GUIDE TO ENJOYING NORTH ACTON NEIGHBOURHOOD North Acton is a vibrant residential area…

The Essential Guide to a Career in Medicine: Is a Medical Degree Right For Me?

ADMISSION TO A MEDICINE DEGREE IN THE UK A Pathway to a Rewarding Career in…

From Roller Skating to Language Adventures: Gaia’s Story about Learning English Abroad

A 19-YEAR-OLD’S ENGLISH LEARNING EXPERIENCE IN LONDON Join Gaia on her journey as she leaves…

The Essential Guide to Taking the IELTS Exam with Confidence

BOOST YOUR IELTS PREPARATION The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam is a widely…

10 Tips: How to beat the winter blues

HOW TO ELEVATE YOUR ENERGY AND MOOD DURING WINTER MONTHS Do you miss the Christmas…

New Year’s Resolutions: Are They Powerful Or Pointless?

IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN… NEW YEAR, NEW YOU, RIGHT? The New Year feels…

The Essential Guide to Engineering: Is Civil Engineering Right For Me?

STUDYING CIVIL ENGINEERING IN LONDON Engineering is a fast-paced field that encompasses various disciplines and…

10 of the Best: Most Magical Christmas Markets To Visit This Winter

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING IN LONDON HO! HO! HO! Are you looking for the perfect Christmas gift?…

The Essential Guide to Engineering: Is Mechanical Engineering Right For Me?

STUDYING MECHANICAL ENGINEERING IN LONDON Are you fascinated by systems and mechanisms that get satellites…

From Brno to London: Jan’s English language learning experience

IMPROVING YOUR ENGLISH IN LONDON Meet Jan, a 19-year-old high school student living in Brno,…

Top 5 movies to watch in London right now

HOW CAN WATCHING MOVIES IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH SKILLS? When you travel to London, we agree…

From Poland to the UK: Stan’s English language learning experience

WHAT’S IT LIKE TO LIVE AND LEARN ENGLISH IN LONDON? The SCL Kentish Town campus…

10 of the Best: Places of Interest to Visit this Summer

THE BEST FREE THINGS TO SEE IN LONDON THIS SUMMER Drum roll please… summer is…

Important Announcement: Stay Campus London Evolves to SCL International College

OUR BRAND EVOLUTION – WE ARE GROWING Stay Campus London, host of London’s only year-round…

Under the Microscope: Business Management Foundation Programme

WHAT ACTUALLY IS A FOUNDATION PROGRAMME? Often recognised as a bridge between high school and…

Help Writing Your UCAS Personal Statement

WHAT IS A UCAS PERSONAL STATEMENT? A personal statement is a reflective essay created to…

Before You Arrive in London Have You…?

WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOU COME TO LONDON Moving to the UK to study can…

The Essential Guide to Staying Safe in London

STAYING SAFE IN 5 SIMPLE STEPS Like in any big city around the world, safety…

Getting to Know… Kentish Town

WHERE ON EARTH IS KENTISH TOWN?! Sitting comfortably between Camden and Hampstead, Kentish Town is…

10 of the Best: Virtual Tours in London

THE BEST ONLINE TOURS LONDON HAS TO OFFER Lockdown, quarantine, self isolation…. We’ve lost count…

10 of the Best: Restaurants in Kentish Town

THE BEST EATERIES OF KENTISH TOWN Generally considered the least boisterous of its neighbouring locales,…

10 of the Best: Bars & Pubs in Kentish Town

THE BEST WATERING HOLES OF KENTISH TOWN Nestled between the high class neighbourhood of Hampstead…