Exeter College welcomes students from Brazil

Exeter College welcomed 10 new students from Brazil this week, as part of a joint initiative with the national Association of Colleges and the Brazilian Government.

The students, aged between 18 and 28, are all graduates working in the hospitality, travel and tourism industry and have been funded by the Brazilian Ministry of Tourism to study in England for 3 months. Over 3000 people applied for the pilot project, with just 50 being selected to visit one of 5 colleges in the country offering the programme.

The group will study a bespoke course to improve their English skills, alongside studying units in travel, tourism and hospitality, to gain experience of their industry in Britain.

John Mountford, International Director at the Association of Colleges, said: “Cultural diversity is at the heart of our society, so being able to learn with peers from the other side of the world is a fantastic opportunity for both the Brazilian and British students.

“Brazil has ambitious plans to develop and grow its tourism industry. We are honoured to be part of this from the outset and look forward to building on these relationships.

“Exeter College has a strong international programme, and being able to host these students is a testament to the opportunities they provide, along with the strong community relationships, which will help make the Brazilians feel at home.”