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Laws of the country

  • Students under 21 are forbidden to drink alcohol or enter bars or night clubs where alcohol is served.

  • Students under 18 are forbidden to purchase or consume cigarettes.

  • Students are forbidden to carry any type of weapon (e.g. a knife).

  • Theft, Shoplifting and use of illegal drugs are regarded as serious offences.

Students may be arrested for violating any of the above and there is a strong possibility that the police will demand that these students be sent home.

School Rules

  • We expect students to be on their best behaviour at all times. Students must respect other students, staff members, teachers, hotel staff, host families, etc.

  • Students must always carry their student ID. If lost, a replacement will be provided.