Description

The Algonquin Language Institute offers an intensive ESL program designed to meet the specific needs of international learners. Using the latest language training techniques, the Institute offers an 8 level program ranging from beginner to advanced levels including College and University preparation. Students learn to communicate in everyday situations and continuously practice their reading, writing, listening and speaking, grammar, a punctuation and pronunciation skills.

Offered on a full-time basis, Monday through Friday, the program is 25 hours a week with 20 hours of classroom learning and 5 hours in both the Multimedia Language Center and the Living Language Center.

As a center for training teachers of English as a Second language, Algonquin is recognised for the excellence of its language program and its use of the most modern and effective language learning techniques.

A student residence is located on Campus and home-stay close by is also available.

Highlights

Algonquin College offers over 170 post secondary diploma, post diploma and degree programs fully accredited and recognized. As one of Canada's largest Colleges, Algonquin is able to accept 18,000 students each year from across the country. The ESL program prepares international students for our programs and for those of the other Colleges and Universities in Canada. Located in Canada's capital city, students can easily visit Niagara Falls, Quebec City as well as enjoy the various museums and galleries located in Ottawa. Our wonderfully multicultural city will make all students feel at home.

Languages

• English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English

Cost in US$:

Approx USD 1,328 (USD 2,125) per 8 week module

Program Fees Include:

Health Insurance

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 21

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Algonquin College's Mission Statement

Algonquin College is one of Canada's leading public insitutions providing quality education for the past 40+ years. Our graduates are found worldwide. The college has over 16,000 full-time students from over 70 countries. Algonquin continues to expand and provide superb facilities to students. 90% of all Algonquin graduates are employed within six months of graduation! This is due to the focus on applied learning and skills. Algonquin College programs offer education for the "real" world. Students participate in industry work placements and study in an environment which helps them prepare for the world of work! Our succes is in our graduates!

Year Founded

1967