The Bridge Language Immersion Program for International Students

The Bridge Language Immersion Program

Throughout the world, millions of people are studying a foreign language everyday. The Bridge provides a unique immersion program for students interested in studying in the Philippines. Our immersion program provides you the opportunity to study alongside Filipino and international students from around the world.

During your visit, participants will be provided a guide that includes important details about their experience in the Philippines. An in-depth orientation will be provided after an airport pickup that includes a tour of the Bridge and the surrounding area, the Philippine culture, and the academic program. Our housing program is included in the package and we provide round the clock transportation and security for our students.

For over 5 years, The Bridge has been providing quality education and training to international students in all age levels, who have taken home an education and skills that have enriched their careers and lives.

We are confident that our courses will provide you with skills for a global future in your chosen career. Our international students not only gain recognised qualifications, but also establish friendships and have happy memories of their time spent studying.

Here are some reasons to choose The Bridge as a place to study:

Our institution is strategically located in the heart of Manila and accessible by public transport both day and night for students to enjoy the city.
We provide 24 hours security. Our Institute is a safe and enjoyable place to learn.
We have dedicated staff to assist international students throughout their journey and ensure their experience is enjoyable and provides a valuable educational qualification.
We provide pathways that give you credit towards degree through our international division.
Our institute has international students from over 90 countries so you are bound to make new international friends. The Bridge will soon be launching iBridge for alumni, the first in the industry, for you to keep in touch with your international friends.
The Bridge is a world leader in providing quality education in all major languages. We are dedicated to providing excellence in teaching, learning and services.
We have outstanding facilities that include state-of-the-art audio visual center and will soon offer a modern and extensive libraries equipped with internet and email access in our new site in Ortigas.
Our institute have small, personalised classes that provide an interactive and stimulating learning environment.
We provide tutorial support for all international students to assist and help you to succeed.
We offer a wide range of programs that provide you with the skills and knowledge to start your career.

Our immersion programs are designed to help students develop a critical understanding of the comprehensive and particular areas of their language of choice.

Activities and excursions are a great way to practice language outside of class while getting to know the culture around you. The Bridge offers complimentary activities including staff and student happy hours, where you can get together with classmates to watch a Filipino movie. Another popular option (available for a small additional charge) is sports lessons with a professional instructor.

To help you explore the fascinating city of Manila while continuing to practice your language, the school also arranges one guided afternoon excursions per level. Excursions are included in the cost of all programs; however, students are expected to pay for their own public transportation costs and entrance fees (if applicable). We invite you to participate in as many as possible to truly make the most of your time in the Philippines!

Insights

Our Filipino and English Language program uses the functional-situational approach in learning a language. Our classes are filled with activities including games, songs, role plays, and writing exercises.

At the end of the basic course that runs for 96 hours, students should be able to use the language in greetings, visiting a friend's house, shopping, telling the time, making an appointment, asking and giving directions, going to a medical facility, expressing feelings.

Our intermediate program (96 hours) equips our students with the necessary skills in the effective use of a language in terms of defining, explaining, describing, and narrating a story.