Description

The 12-Week Intensive English program, or "ELPI", offers an intensive language immersion experience with a range of class levels, which allows students to build on their progress in previous sessions and offers a path to admission to the University of Victoria. This program combines 22 class hours per week, tutorial and pronunciation resources at UVic outside of classes and a full schedule of socio-cultural activities which allow students to practise their English skills while exploring and enjoying Canadian culture.

Highlights

* 22 hours of classes per week
* Study Centre and Pronunciation Clinic
* 6 levels of instruction from Upper Beginner to University Admission Preparation
* General or Academic concentrations for students at the intermediate to advanced levels
* English Work Experience (EWEP) option for students at the high-intermediate to advanced levels
* General Advanced Level (GAP) for advanced students to focus on career, cultural and global issues
* Free activities and a variety of optional activities for a minimal cost
* Homestay accommodation (National Award Winner, 2007)

Languages

• English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English

Cost in US$:

3560 USD (tuition only)

Program Fees Include:

This program includes structured classes from Monday to Friday for a total of 30 hours per week:

Monday - Friday
Core Classes: 18 hours (morning or afternoon)
Elective classes: 4 hours
Study Centre and Pronunciation Clinic: 8 hours (optional)

* Elective class options focus on particular language skills and special topics of interest such as Business English, Canadian Culture, Pronunciation, Music and TOEFL Preparation. Topics vary and students may choose 2 electives per term. Elective classes count for 10% of the overall program evaluation.

Outside of classes, students can take advantage of the excellent learning resources available on campus, including the Study Centre and Pronunciation Clinic, the Computer-Assisted Language Laboratory, library and computer labs.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

5 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

English Language Centre's Mission Statement

The ELC is one of the oldest and largest language centres in Canada. Our reputation and location in the welcoming, safe and beautiful city of Victoria attracts many students to UVic. Excellent programs, caring staff and modern facilities on a park-like campus offer our students a very special learning experience.

Year Founded

1970