Description

Medicine Hat College offers you a progressive, communication based English as a Second Language program. The ESL program has a proven history of providing the language training necessary to be successful in all walks of life. Students completing the ESL program have gone on to earn many university and college degrees and diplomas. Additionally, many of our short-term students have improved their English to a level high enough to enable them to function successfully in the global marketplace.

Course Structure:

Our International English Studies Program consists of the following 8 classes:

* Reading/Literature
* Writing/Essay
* Oral Communications
* TOEFL Preparation
* Listening
* Conversation
* Grammar
* Canadian Culture/ Current Events

As an English Studies student, you will receive 25 hours of instruction per week. Our low student-teacher ratio gives you individual attention from the instructor. In addition, you will have many opportunities to participate in activities outside the classroom and experience all that the surrounding area has to offer.

Course Options:

The ESL Program is designed to suit varying levels of English ability. A TOEFL score above 500 allows you to take one or two college level or university transfer courses while enrolled in the ESL program full time. These courses are offered at no additional charge.

After successfully completing at least one semester in the Medicine Hat College Intensive ESL Program, you may be accepted into Medicine Hat College certificate, diploma, applied degree or university transfer programs with an official, paper-based TOEFL score of 527; or a computer based score of 197, or, if you have successfully completed ESL 100. All the other academic entrance requirements of the program must also be met prior to acceptance. In programs with more applicants than places, acceptances will be based on academic merit with places in the program awarded to the most academically qualified. Students considering application to one of Medicine Hat College's certificate, diploma, applied degree, or university transfer programs need to allow sufficient time (up to several months prior to application deadlines) for assessment of previous schooling and transcripts.

- ESL Course Offerings
- ESL 026 - ESL Basic
- ESL 100 - ESL Advanced

Admission Requirements:

All transcripts/credentials must be evaluated by the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

Transfer:

Students may transfer to other universities after completing one or two years at Medicine Hat College. Please note, that you may have to fulfill the English proficiencies of the university to which you apply, as they may be different from those at Medicine Hat College.

Highlights

Student Services:

As an ESL student, you will benefit from support services, including:
* Access to all facilities and services Medicine Hat College has to offer 24-hour assistance in case of an emergency.
* Membership in the Medicine Hat College Students' Association.
* Intercollegiate athletics for talented men and women in basketball, soccer, and volleyball with athletic scholarships.
* Campus recreation with intramural activities, plus weight room and exercise room.
* Greeting at airport arrival (for new students only) for no charge.

Assistance also provided with:
* Opening a bank account.
* Using the transit system.
* Locating a travel agent for future travel plans.

Degrees Available

• Diploma/Certification

Type of Programs

• Adventure Travel
• Language Immersion
• Student Tours

Languages

• English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English

Cost in US$:

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Program Fees Include:

What does our ESL program offer:

* Several levels of instruction to meet your needs and abilities.
* Year round ESL classes.
* Flexible intakes.
* 25 hours of instruction per week.
* Small class sizes, averaging 15 students per class.
* Dedicated, experienced and highly qualified instructors.
* Weekly excursions and activities outside the classroom.
* Personalized service and support.
* Assistance with admissions and registration.
* Opportunities to experience Canadian culture.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript
• Written Application

Medicine Hat College's Mission Statement

We have activity classes every Friday where students can learn Canadian culture. Our ESL class average is 11 to 12 students where students are in a friendly environment, have excellent teachers and excellent curriculum. Upon graduation from highest level, the students meet the English proficiency necessary to enter regular programs. We do not charge airport pick up fees, home stay placement fees, textbook fees or activity class fees.

Year Founded

1965