Description

This program is designed for intermediate to advanced-level students who are in business or plan to study business. The program strengthens business communication skills by providing opportunities to practice English through a variety of business-related activities.

This program is for students who want to:

* Improve their confidence and ability to communicate effectively in English in business situations
* Increase their awareness and knowledge of international business practices
* Develop vocabulary for everyday business events such as meetings, telephone conversations, and other language functions
* Improve formal, business-related presentation skills

Highlights

The English Language Centre recently moved to a beautiful new building located in the heart of the university campus. At our new building students enjoy 16 special ESL classrooms, modern computer labs, easy access to teachers and administration, and a spacious back patio where they can relax and socialize between classes.

*Studying English at UVic means studying at one of Canada's BEST universities. Since 2007, UVic has been voted Canada's Best Comprehensive University for its high-quality programs and research for the second year in a row! (Macleans Magazine).

Languages

• English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English

Cost in US$:

1735

Program Fees Include:

* 20 hours of classes per week
* Accommodation in a UVic dormitory and a meal plan at UVic's cafeterias
* Access to UVic's Computer-Assisted Language Learning facility, modern computer labs, and the UVic library
* Business-related seminars and workshops
* Visits to local businesses
* Cultural activities and visits to local places of interest: downtown, museums, parks, festivals, etc.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 4

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