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TEFL TESOL Course Thailand - Chiang Mai

 Located in Chiang Mai, the second largest city in Thailand. As a premier tourist destination in Thailand, Chiang Mai offers many interesting sights to see - both within the city and in the surrounding areas. In addition, the university's beautiful campus offers many benefits to students enrolled in our course, including access to the swimming pool, gym facilities and library. If you are currently in Chiang Mai, feel free to visit us at our office at the Language Institute at Chiang Mai University. You may also give us a call or email us for more information. We would be happy to arrange a time to meet with you, show you around campus and have you sit in on one of our TEFL Classes.

Where

• Located at Chiang Mai University main campus.
• Approximately 10 minutes from downtown Chiang Mai.
• 3 km from Chiang Mai International Airport.
• 8km from Doi Suthep Temple.
• Nestled at the foothills of Suthep Mountain, just west of Chiang Mai University.

What

• An internationally recognised qualification meeting or exceeding industry standards
• Course administered by highly trained staff with extensive local knowledge
• Organized classes and a curriculum that has been proven successful and effective
• Low student to teacher ratio

Why

• Chiang Mai University (CMU) was the first university in Thailand to be founded outside of Bangkok.
• Candidates will experience the full Thai university life.
• Candidates will be able to use other facilities including: gymnasium, swimming pool and library.
• Chiang Mai has a striking mountain backdrop, over 300 temples and a quaint historical aura. It's also a modern, friendly, internationally - flavoured city with much to offer the visitor ‐ food, accommodation and shopping are all top quality and cheap, and the nights are relatively cool.
• Thailand's second‐largest city and the gateway to the country's north was founded in 1296. You can still see the moat that encircled the original city.
• Doi Suthep, topped by one of Thailand's holiest temple, rises behind the city, providing a dramatic backdrop and fine views of the city.
• Growing demand for qualified English teachers

Who

• This course is ideal for Gapyear students and people wanting a change of life or moving abroad
• Your fellow students come from different countries and various continents
• Your teacher trainers are some of the most experienced and well-trained in the industry
• Your support staff will assist you with whatever you need
• The locals are peaceful, friendly people who generally like spending time with foreigners

Country Costs

It is possible to survive on a budget of £10 per day in Thailand and this is of course one of the reasons for its popularity amongst tourists and travellers. Thai food and drink is cheap and basic accommodation is abundant. Costs will rise if you want to eat Western food and stay in more expansive resorts and hotels. It is possible to find worthwhile entertainment to meet even the most stringent of budgets.

Visa Requirements

Visitors to Thailand are required to have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival. Student entry is permitted on a Tourist Visa allowing you to stay for a maximum of sixty days. This can be extended for an additional thirty days at the discretion of the Thai Immigration Office. Holders of Tourist Visas are required to enter the country within ninety days of the visa being issued.

On entering Thailand you may be asked to prove that you are in possession of a ticket for return or onward travel. In addition, you may be asked to prove that you have sufficient funds to cover the cost of your stay. Please note that you are required to pay a departure tax before you are able to leave Thailand.

Health & Safety

The standard of health care is surprisingly high in Thailand especially in areas with a high tourist population. Whilst vaccinations are not strictly necessary for entry into Thailand it is advisable to consult your doctor regarding anti-malaria medications well in advance of your departure.

The risk of violent crime in Thailand is one of the lowest in South East Asia although petty theft and street crime does occur in many areas. Visitors to the country are advised to take out insurance coverage and to exercise common sense and caution with personal possessions.