EC Higher Education Brochure 2016 - English

YOUR PATHWAY TO SUCCESS 2016 On-Campus, University Admission and Career Development in North America

HELPING STUDENTS SUCCEED Since 1991 This year marks a major milestone for all of us at EC. We are very proud to have been helping students succeed in a global community for 25 years.

Since 1991, EC has grown from one small family-run school on the island of Malta to a thriving community of 21 schools in five countries across three continents. To this day, we are still a family-run organisation and we remain ever true to this ethos.

From our cutting edge academic research and development, to our unbeatable locations, to our beautiful school designs and facilities, we are committed to delivering the best learning and life experiences possible.

We know every student has their own motivations, goals and challenges, and we work to empower each individual to realise their own unique dreams and succeed. The result is a bigger, more exciting world full of potential – and truly global citizens!

Here’s to you, and to our partners, students and friends the world over.

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WHY CHOOSE EC?

Learn what makes EC such a great place to improve your English and achieve your higher education goals. Discover our locations, university partners and methodology.

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ON-CAMPUS

Choose this pathway to: •L ive and learn on campus and be completely integrated into an

American lifestyle, with full use of excellent university facilities.

•G uarantee your admission to a North American university.

•G ain access to an extensive network of universities and colleges

across the US and Canada.

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UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS

Choose this pathway to: •G ain a US or Canadian degree the flexible, fast and stress-free way.

• I mprove your English at one of EC’s exceptional North American

schools, and access our large network of university partners.

•R eceive conditional admission into partner universities with IELTS

and TOEFL waivers.

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Choose this pathway to: •C hoose from a variety of short and long-term study options at highly

respected institutions.

• I mprove your career prospects within high growth industries through

relevant training opportunities.

•T ake advantage of practical experiences to enhance your English for

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your future goals with our career development programs.

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WHY CHOOSE EC?

Do you need English for higher education, to gain invaluable work experience or for your career? If you have a goal we can help you achieve it. Here is why you can confidently choose EC. Wealth of Experience

Conditional Admission

Dedicated Staff

Awards

Since 1991, we have been preparing students for university through successful partnerships with leading institutions.

Conditional admission for undergraduate and graduate programs at one of our partner universities will give you the reassurance of a university placement before leaving your home country.

Get all the support you need, while enjoying an amazing time with us. Professional, helpful and friendly, you will receive the best service and care from all of our staff.

We have been nominated for the STM Star Chain School Award in 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. In 2011, we won the title, and in 2009 and 2010 we were awarded the Star Innovation Award.

Through our network of selected partners, you will have the opportunity to attend prestigious universities and colleges. We have built our partnerships by proving to universities that our students are exceptionally well prepared for the challenges of life and study in a North American university.

Incredible Locations TOEFL Waivers We have developed TOEFL waiver agreements with the vast majority of our partner universities, allowing you to enter without taking an official exam to prove your English language proficiency.

University Admissions

Accreditations

Apply to any institution while at EC, and gain valuable guidance and advice from our team.

Our schools are accredited by the leading associations in their countries and also by major international organisations.

From Times Square, New York and State University of New York’s campuses, to London and Malta, we are always centrally located in the world’s most exciting destinations.

A Global Community With students coming from over 140 countries worldwide, you will learn about different cultures, broaden your world view and make lasting friendships.

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Strong Partnerships

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ON-CAMPUS

Take the unique opportunity to combine English language learning with an American campus lifestyle, full academic preparation and a direct route into university.

Academic Preparation

Earn Credits

You will be living and learning English on campus, surrounded by fully supportive EC staff who will take you to your required level of English in as little as four weeks, and acclimatize you to the university way of life. All of this means first year success, rather than struggling to understand or not achieving your full potential in the most important year of university life.

You will be able to gain real experience of academic life by auditing classes. This involves attending university classes in your free time. In some cases audited classes may be credit bearing, which can be transferred to your academic record upon beginning your degree course full-time.

Support and Guidance Transfer Opportunities Once you are enrolled into university, you can be assured of smooth transfer processes between institutions. We have various degree dependent articulation agreements in place to allow you to transfer to world-class universities and colleges. Our Admissions Advisors find the best, and most appropriate, university for you.

Throughout your time on campus you will have non-stop support to reach your goals. Specialist counselors will provide you with advice regarding your degree choices, transfer opportunities and how to build your academic and extracurricular portfolio. This will ensure you leave university with the best degree from the most suitable institution, and with the most powerful experiences to help you achieve your future goals.

Less Pressure Full Access You will have access to all university facilities during your preparation, with no limit to your involvement. Make the most of your time on-campus by participating in sports, using gym facilities, accessing world-class libraries and taking advantage of any service offered to full-time degree students.

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With our TOEFL waiver agreements, you can be assured that you won’t have the additional pressure of sitting an official exam before being admitted to university. Your progress throughout your English program will be closely monitored, and once you reach the specified EC level, you will be admitted to your degree program, without having to sit for an exam.

EC ON-CAMPUS Our on-campus spaces are carefully designed for effective learning. Improve your English with us in comfort and style.

EC On-Campus gives students the chance to improve their English language skills before embarking on their chosen university degree. They can also take an English course concurrently, depending on their level of English. What’s more, no TOEFL scores are required.

Throughout the EC experience, students are completely integrated into an North American university lifestyle, in the company of other international students.

This fantastic learning opportunity is key for successful transition to university.

To make learning English as comfortable and productive as possible, students take lessons in EC’s exclusive learning facility.

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Facilities • Comfortable, spacious classrooms • Free WiFi • Interactive whiteboards • Self-study area • Student lounge • University canteen • University services

Accommodation Students can choose to live on campus with American and international students in a dedicated student residence. All residences provide full board and, comfortable, convenient rooms in the heart of campus. Off campus accommodation is also available.

Accommodation Includes • Communal lounge • Free WiFi • Bed linen provided • Laundry facilities • 24-hour on-site security

EC ON-CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS: • Effective English language learning from Beginner to Advanced levels • No TOEFL scores required to apply • Courses start every two weeks • Guaranteed on-campus accommodation • Student ID • Meal plan included • Free medical care on campus • Full access to campus facilities

UNIVERSITY LIFE Take an active part in university life by choosing from a wide range of clubs and societies, and enjoy full access to all academic, health and fitness facilities on campus.

Clubs and Societies

Health and Wellbeing

Sports Facilities

Whatever your ultimate academic focus, you will have access to the best services and facilities. Take advantage of extensive libraries, lecture halls and theatres, as well as cutting edge science and technology centres and laboratories, galleries, performing arts facilities and more.

Universities offer a large variety of student clubs and societies you can join.

Meet and make friends with like-minded students across a wide range of interests and categories. Why not try something new?

A full range of healthcare services are available for you on campus. Health centers assist with any illness, injury, or health concern. Professional counselors are also on hand to support you and ensure your emotional wellbeing during this important part of your life.

Universities in the USA are famous worldwide for their focus on sports. From stateof-the-art fitness centers to full size sports fields, American university campuses offer excellent facilities and dedicated teams for every sporting interest.

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Academic Facilities

TEACHING METHODOLOGY With our years of experience and dedicated academic team, you can be assured of a quick and effective route to fluency. This is how we teach.

THE EC GUARANTEE Our guarantee to you is very simple.

Study Intensive English with us (30 lessons per week) and we promise you will progress at the rate shown on this chart. If you do not progress as expected, we will provide you with all the additional lessons, help and support you need to reach your target at no extra cost.

All you have to do is: • Be committed to learning • Attend all your lessons • Complete all of your homework, tests and assignments

Our Academic Team

Our Lessons

With professors, published authors and cutting edge education technologists, our Central Academic Team continually researches and applies the latest trends in learning science to our curriculum to ensure students make the best progress possible. This team also regularly presents at education conferences around the world.

At EC we follow a communicative approach, which develops all four English language skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Our teachers are professional, friendly and passionate about what they do. They are trained to deliver constant support and feedback within a relaxed and informal environment, and their care and encouragement builds confidence in students.

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Our specialised on-campus staff is available around the clock to offer personal support and guidance in all areas of student learning and the campus experience.

To give an engaging and relevant framework to learning, each lesson will focus on a specific topic. Teachers select topics that create interest, discussion and debate in the class. As students engage with the language, they also learn about their classmates and different cultures, all within an English context.

As well as taking an active part in classroom discussions, students work on language skills in small groups, pairs or individually. As they learn correct pronunciation, increase their vocabulary, work on grammar and improve sentence construction, they become able to express themselves in an accurate and appropriate way.

YOUR JOURNEY TO PROFICIENCY

20 lessons per week

No matter where you start from, we will give you the command of English that you need for success.

BULATS

CPE

BEC

FCE

CAE

CAMBRIDGE

TOEIC

EC LEVELS PROFICIENCY

C

use industry terms for your field of study.

200

A

30 lessons per week

You have near-full command of the language. You can

90

B

220

C2

210

905 - 990

106 - 120

8.0-9.0

A

230

TOEFL

IELTS

24 lessons per week

With a good command of English, you can read and

75

HIGHER

ADVANCED write accurately with few errors. You can understand

C

most academic texts and lectures.

VANTAGE

B2+

read English newspapers, follow TV news and apply for an English-speaking job.

B2

UPPER-INTERMEDIATE You can use the language with some confidence but

60

C

PRE-ADVANCED You can use the language with confidence. You can

170

46 - 65

5.5-6.5

605 - 780

B

66 - 85

180

A

190

785 - 900

86 - 105

7.0-7.5

B

C1

with noticeable lapses in accuracy and fluency. You

PRELIMINARY

B1+

INTERMEDIATE You can communicate easily on everyday matters but have a limited range of expression. You can have a conversation on the telephone.

150

B1 40

405 - 600

4.0-5.0

35 - 45

160

can give a short business presentation in English.

PRE- INTERMEDIATE You speak fairly easily on everyday matters. You can

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255 - 400

A2

ELEMENTARY You understand most conversations spoken slowly and clearly. You can give someone simple directions on the street.

A1

BEGINNER You have a very basic knowledge of vocabulary and simple grammatical structure. You can invite someone somewhere (Let’s….) and talk about your past.

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10 - 250

3.0-3.5

140

explain what you need from service providers.

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES Raise your English level and lay the groundwork for an enriching experience on an American campus. Learn the linguistic, academic and cultural skills you need to achieve your university goals.

Academic Language

Targeted Lessons

Personal Language Portfolio

You will develop all the skills needed to use English in an appropriate way during university or college. You will improve in all areas - reading, writing, speaking and listening, to ensure you are prepared for life at university. We also teach you important skills such as creating and giving formal presentations, writing essays, summarizing, critiquing academic texts and more.

Our lessons are interactive, interesting and student-centred to ensure you remain highly motivated throughout your time with us. Through our integrated syllabus, you will become familiar and comfortable with the types of courses, assignments and other academic situations you will face when studying at an American university.

This exclusive study tool has been developed by EC, and will be a close companion on your journey to fluency. It will maximise your individual language development by analysing your strengths and weaknesses, offering strategies for improvement and evaluating your progress.

Authentic Environment Cultural Studies

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To be a successful student requires a developed awareness of the culture. You will learn about accents, diversity, social dos and don’ts, idiomatic language and other important cultural issues. All of this will help you become a more effective student and classmate at university.

The classroom environment mirrors that of a university to prepare you for the style of classes you can expect there. You will be exposed to a variety of teaching methods, and the standards you will expect to find at university. You will also benefit from the attentiveness and support of a school fully focused on international students.

QUICK FACTS ABOUT THIS EC COURSE: Level: All levels Starts: Every other Monday Length: Minimum 4 weeks Lessons: 30 per week Hours: 22.5 per week

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UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS

Gain admission to a top-tier university in the USA or Canada. From enrolling in your English course to choosing your future university, we will advise you at every stage, ensuring that your application stands out.

Start your journey to academic success with our dedicated university admissions staff, and benefit from:

Outstanding Partnerships

TOEFL Waivers

We provide students with the opportunity to attend prestigious universities and colleges through a strong network of selected partners.

These partnerships have been built by proving to universities and colleges that our students are exceptionally well prepared for the challenges of life and study in a US institution.

We have developed TOEFL waiver agreements with the vast majority of our partner universities, allowing you to enter selected colleges or universities without a TOEFL score. This means you do not have to worry about taking an official exam to prove your English language proficiency.

Transfer Opportunities

Conditional Admission

Start your degree at one of our partner schools, and transfer to a higher ranking university or college after one or two years. The last university you attend will award you with your degree.

Conditional admission at one of our partner universities allows you the reassurance of a university placement prior to leaving your home country.

Programs for everyone

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Whatever your area of study and whether you’re interested in Associate degrees, Undergraduate programs, Graduate programs or MBAs, there are partners who can cater for your needs.

UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS SERVICE Gain admission to a top-tier university in North America. From enrolling in your English course to your first day as a university student, we will advise and support you at every stage, ensuring that your application stands out.

1. Choose a school and English course

6. Receive a conditional offer

Our schools are centrally-located in the world’s most exciting English speaking cities, and our On-Campus options immerse you in the environment of an authentic North American university.

Choose from our wide range of English language courses, which will develop both your level and your confidence.

Once a decision is made, you will be awarded a conditional admission by the university. Application decisions can take anywhere between 5 and 21 business days, depending on the university. But once received, this means you have met the entry requirements and have been offered a place.

2. Add the University Admissions Service

7. Raise your English level

Add this service when you book your course and begin a truly exciting academic journey. Available in all of our US and Canada schools, this is your key to a smooth transition from an English language student to a university student in North America.

Study with EC until you have reached the required level of English for your chosen university and course. If you choose to study our English for Academic Purposes course, available exclusively at our On-Campus schools, you will also develop the academic, linguistic and cultural skills specific to university life.

3. Benefit from personal guidance and support You will be put in contact with an experienced EC Admissions Counsellor, who will guide you through every step of the application process. They can help choose the best institution for you, explore courses and majors, complete housing and financial aid applications, and give you a checklist of all the documentation you need to submit.

8. Final submission

4. Choose a university in North America

9. Become a university student

You can choose to apply to any institution in North America.

We also have carefully selected partner universities, who offer EC students TOEFL/IELTS waiver agreements and conditional admissions. This means you can be conditionally accepted to university even before beginning your English course, and do not need to sit an official exam at the end.

Once you receive full admission, you will begin your university program at the next intake or semester start date. With our help, you will start this exciting new chapter of your life with the English fluency and the confidence to succeed.

Work with your Admissions Counsellor and your Academic Coordinators at your EC school to submit all of the required documents for your full admission to university. Original, hard copies will be required at this time, along with such documents as additional essays, test results and updated financial documents.

5. Submit an application

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With the support and guidance of your Admissions Counsellor, you will collect all the documents required to make a strong application for a conditional admission, and submit them to us.

After checking everything is in order and your application is as strong as possible, we will submit it to the university for review.

This service is available in all US and Canada schools and is free for students taking courses of 24+ weeks.

CHOOSE YOUR COURSE We offer a wide variety of English language courses to pair with the University Admissions Service. All courses will improve your language level and, in addition, you can tailor your outcomes to suit your needs through innovative electives and specialized workshops.

General English

One-to-One

Exam preparation

This is our most popular course, which starts every Monday all year round for students 18 years and over, at any level of English. This course places particular focus on building fluency and confidence. Consider adding Academic English Special Focus classes for targeted academic preparation.

This entirely personalized course gives our students the undivided attention of their teacher. Lessons can be tailored to meet the needs of students, meaning they will progress at a quicker rate.

These courses are designed to prepare students for international English language exams, such as IELTS, TOEFL and Cambridge English.

This six- to nine-month English training program is designed to enable you to achieve a very high proficiency in English, giving you a real advantage in your career or education.

Designed to maximize students’ time, we offer a range of courses that focus on developing the confidence and linguistic skills needed for professional situations.

Our exclusive Higher Score® courses, available at our schools in Canada, focus specifically on improving exam results in the IELTS, TOEFL and TOEIC exams.

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Academic Year

Higher Score® Career English

CHOOSE YOUR EC SCHOOL We carefully design all of our schools for effective learning in comfort and style.

MODERN CLASSROOMS Student-centered, airy and filled with natural light, our classrooms are modern, stylish spaces, designed with learning in mind.

WELCOMING RECEPTION Warm and friendly staff are waiting to welcome you. You will receive the best service and care from all of our professional, helpful teachers and staff.

STUDENT LOUNGES Sit back, relax and practice your speaking skills with friends in our comfortable and buzzy student lounge areas.

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LIBRARY FACILITIES Take advantage of our extra study resources and spend time browsing our well-stocked libraries after class.

SELF-STUDY AREAS These special quiet areas are places where you can retreat and concentrate to really enhance your classroom learning.

STATE-OF-THE-ART We invest in keeping our schools fully up-to-date with the latest learning technology, including interactive whiteboards.

STAY CONNECTED Keep in touch with home, study online or browse the internet with free use of numerous internetconnected computers and Wi-Fi.

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STEP OUTSIDE From Times Square to South Beach, EC schools are centrally located in the most exciting destinations throughout the USA and Canada.

EC SCHOOLS IN NORTH AMERICA

EC New York

EC San Diego

EC in New York is a contemporary space and, in the heart of Times Square, possibly the most centrally located school in ‘The Big Apple’. With fantastic city views, EC is minutes away from 5th Avenue, Broadway, the Empire State Building and so much more.

EC in San Diego is located in picturesque La Jolla, known for its shopping and spectacular coastline, where seals can be spotted next to surfers and sunbathers. The school boasts beautiful ocean views, an outdoor terrace and a relaxed Californian atmosphere.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Classrooms 16

Classrooms 19

Students in class average 12 (max 15)

Students in class average 12 (max 15)

EC Boston

EC San Francisco

EC Boston is found in Faneuil Hall, one of the most important sites in US history, and today the most vibrant area in America’s academic heartland. This ultra-modern school is just minutes from the waterfront, amongst shops, restaurants and attractions.

A contemporary space in the heart of Downtown, EC is just off Market Street and a short walk from Union Square. Classrooms surround a large sun-filled lounge, and just outside is a wide variety of shops, restaurants and cafés.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Classrooms 21

Classrooms 15

Students in class average 12 (max 15)

Students in class average 12 (max 15)

EC Washington, DC

EC Miami

The epicentre of US politics, and full of famous monuments, memorials and museums, Washington provides an awe-inspiring environment for study. EC is a sleek, modern space in the heart of this cosmopolitan city, and just 10 minutes’ walk from the White House.

In a spectacular landmark building in the heart of South Beach, the school is just a short walk from one of the most iconic beaches in the US and is surrounded by the endless cafés, bars, shops and restaurants of world famous Lincoln Road.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Classrooms 11

Classrooms 14

Students in class average 12 (max 15)

Students in class average 12 (max 15)

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SCHOOL INFORMATION

EC Los Angeles SANTA MONICA

EC Montreal

Our school in Los Angeles is a five-minute walk from sun-drenched Santa Monica Beach – the ultimate stretch of South Californian coastline – and just two minutes from the dining, shopping and nightlife of 3rd Street Promenade.

The world’s largest bilingual city, Montreal is rich in European charm with a unique English and French cultural mix. EC is an airy, modern school located in the heart of the city, where students can choose to study English, French, or both.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Classrooms 22

Classrooms 23

Students in class average 12 (max 15)

Students in class average 13 (max 15)

EC On-Campus at Fredonia

EC Toronto

Live and learn on campus at this comprehensive, public, liberal arts university in western New York. Gain an all-American experience, thorough preparation for university, and access Fredonia and the entire US higher education system.

Friendly, spacious and modern, our school in Toronto is located in Canada’s largest city and financial capital. This multicultural destination is formed of unique neighbourhoods and has everything to offer: arts, music, sports, museums and more.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Classrooms 3

Classrooms 30

SUNY

Students in class average 13 (max 15) The State University of New York

EC On-Campus at Oswego

EC Vancouver

Learn English and gain an authentic US university experience on Oswego’s 700 acres of beautiful lakeside campus. Prepare yourself for university and access opportunities throughout the whole US higher education system.

Consistently rated one of the top places in the world to live, Vancouver is surrounded by ocean and mountains. Our school in Vancouver is located in a landmark building in the centre of this picturesque city, with large classrooms filled with natural light.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Classrooms 3

Classrooms 33

Students in class average 12 (max 15)

SUNY

Students in class average 13 (max 15) The State University of New York

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Students in class average 12 (max 15)

CHOOSE YOUR UNIVERSITY The University Admissions route provides a flexible path into college or university.

Depending on your level of English and required outcome there is a perfect partner for your educational goals.

COMMU NITY COLLEGE

UNDERGRADUATE

GRADUATE

UNDERGRADUATE

GRADUATE

If your goal is to gain a Bachelor’s degree, but you are concerned about your English level or the expense, this can be the most effective route into a North American university.

If you want to study for an undergraduate degree in North America, we can guarantee you entry into a university in the most popular study abroad destination for international students.

If you have an undergraduate degree and would like to expand your potential by successfully earning a Master’s, MBA or Doctorate, we can successfully prepare you for your future.

Students can study for a two-year Associates degree course, and then transfer to a four-year university for an additional two years to complete a Bachelor’s. Four-year universities also often give priority to students transferring from community colleges because the students are better prepared for the level of work required.

With conditional admissions available at selected universities, you can bypass the uncertainty of leaving your home country with no set plans. You can apply to your choice of partner university and be guaranteed an undergraduate placement before you even begin your course, provided that you gain a specified level of English language proficiency.

International students account for approximately 15% of all enrollments in Graduate programs in the USA and Canada. The prestige of completing your Master’s or Doctorate in a worldleading educational system will give you a competitive edge around the globe.

Our partners have outstanding links to some of the best universities in North America. Agreements exist with the University of California, the University of Massachusetts, the University of Washington and more.

Among partner universities you will find high ranked institutions, small private colleges and large state universities.

This diversity will allow you to choose a university and program to suit your individual needs.

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COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Our university partners offering graduate acceptance include those with specialized graduate programs, state universities offering a broad collection of graduate degree majors and a number of schools that provide MBA programs.

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PARTNERS IN THE USA MONTANA Montana State University

WASHINGTON Seattle Central Community College Green River Community College

NEVADA

College of Southern Nevada

EC SAN FRANCISCO

CALIFORNIA

EC LOS ANGELES

De Anza College Foothill College

EC SAN DIEGO

MiraCosta Community College Santa Monica College San Francisco State University National University UCSC Extension – Silicon Valley California International Business University

ARIZONA

Northern Arizona University

San José City College Alliant International University School of Management The Art Institutes (Degree offerings vary by location) UC Irvine Extension New York Film Academy

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COMMUNITY COLLEGE/ASSOCIATE’S

CERTIFICATE

For in-depth information on our university partners visit: http://partners.ecenglish.com/university-preparation/universities

NEW YORK Berkeley College

WISCONSIN

SUNY Fredonia

Milwuakee School of Engineering

SUNY Oswego SUNY Alfred The Art Institutes

EC ON-CAMPUS OSWEGO EC ON-CAMPUS FREDONIA

EC BOSTON

RHODE ISLAND University of Rhode Island

EC NEW YORK

New England Institute of Technology

EC WASHINGTON

MARYLAND Frostburg State University

MASSACHUSETTS Bunker Hill Community College Massachusetts College of Art and Design University of Massachusetts - Boston Lasell College

MISSISSIPPI

TEXAS

Wentworth Institute of Technology

EC MIAMI

Boston Architectural College Bay State College

FLORIDA

Simmons College

The Art Institutes

The Art Institutes

Texas Wesleyan University

UNDERGRADUATE/BACHELOR’S

Regis College

GRADUATE/MASTER’S/PHD

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The University of Mississippi

PARTNERS IN CANADA

EC VANCOUVER

BRITISH COLUMBIA Royal Roads University Sprott Shaw College The Art Institute of Vancouver Douglas College Fairleigh Dickinson University Thomson Rivers University Acsenda School of Management Alexander College Vancouver Film School VanArts

COMMUNITY COLLEGE/ASSOCIATE’S /CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA UNDERGRADUATE/BACHELOR’S

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GRADUATE/MASTER’S

HALIFAX

ONTARIO

EC MONTREAL

NOVA SCOTIA

OTTAWA

Cape Breton University

Centennial College

QUÉBEC

George Brown College Georgian College

Mount Saint Vincent University

EC TORONTO

Herzing College

London School of Business & Finance Niagara College Seneca College Sheridan College Conestoga College University of Guelph Lakehead University Confederation College Wilfrid Laurier University RCC Institute of Technology Evergreen College

For in-depth information on our university partners visit: http://partners.ecenglish.com/university-preparation/universities

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Lambton College

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Our Career Development programs allow you to improve your English language level and participate in rewarding short and long-term study options at respected institutions in the USA and Canada.

Respected Institutions

Vocational Programs

Study English in one of our superb schools in the USA or Canada. Benefit from a professional academic approach and highly qualified teachers in the heart of the world’s most amazing destinations.

Gain your vocational qualification from one of our partners and get certified in your chosen field. Partners are selected on their ability to provide our students with quality, accredited programs.

Enhance your professional skills and gain a competitive edge. This pathway provides countless opportunities for relevant training in your chosen field and improves your occupational skills and prospects.

Effective Courses

Practical Experience

Support and Guidance

If you need to develop the language skills relevant to your career, our range of Business English courses allows you to gain the communication tools you need to realize your potential and shine in an international arena.

You can benefit from both a classroom and authentic working environment, through programs which can include internships, work placements and voluntary positions.

These invaluable experiences are a powerful addition to your CV no matter what career you choose.

Through focussed workshops we will help you with any areas of difficulty you may encounter while trying to boost your professional abilities. Sessions may cover practical subjects such as CV writing, interview skills, presentation techniques and conducting negotiations.

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Incredible Locations

CAREER DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS Boost your career potential by choosing a course offered by one of our highly respected partner institutions. Work experience and internship placements are included in many Certificate and Diploma programs.

UCSC EXTENSION UCSC Extension Silicon Valley is a division of the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC). Approximately 10,000 students study at the college annually, building practical skills in Business, Technology, Biosciences and Education. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, renowned as the world center of cutting edge IT innovation and the economic powerhouse of global business, UCSC Extension provides high-quality continuing education and professional development opportunities.

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Programs Include: • Computer Programming • Software Engineering • Marketing • Biotechnology • TESOL

EC Advantage • Conditional admission for the majority of degree options • No TOEFL score required • Students who complete a 9 month certificate program are eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT), supplement your education with a year of paid work experience in the US • Credit earning Internships can be arranged • Flexible start dates and schedules, only available to EC San Francisco students

SPROTT SHAW COLLEGE Sprott Shaw College is British Columbia’s largest private college with over 110 years of experience. Educational programs are offered in career-oriented vocational diplomas, and recently Sprott Shaw has launched many internationally focused programs. Courses are designed around your needs, and the college offers bi-weekly or monthly start dates, flexible scheduling and career placement assistance.

Programs Include: • International Trade • Business Management • Early Childhood Education • International Hospitality • Tourism / Hospitality • Business Communication Management with Co-op

EC Advantage • Conditional Admission for the majority of diploma options • No TOEFL score required • 12-wk certificate & 26-wk Co-op diploma programs available • Excellent opportunities for Practicum and Co-op • Monthly start dates, flexible scheduling and career assistance

EVERGREEN COLLEGE Evergreen College is a private career college specialising in diploma and certification programs with co-op/field placements that are designed to fill real needs in today’s job market. All programs offered at Evergreen College are designed to fast-track you into a new career, with real world experience. Giving students a comprehensive education and getting them job-ready is always Evergreen College’s priority.

Programs Include: • Hospitality Management • Business Administration in International Trading • Computer System & Network Specialist • Legal Assistant • Computerized Accounting & Payroll

EC Advantage • Conditional Admission for the majority of diploma options • No TOEFL score required • Excellent opportunities for Practicum and Co-op • Monthly start dates, flexible scheduling and career assistance

NY FILM ACADEMY The New York Film Academy is a unique educational institution, devoted to providing the most focussed filmmaking, acting, and animation instruction in the world. Their programs offer an intensive, hands-on experience which gives you the opportunity to develop your creative skills to the fullest extent possible. The film and acting school of choice for luminaries including Kevin Kline, Pierce Brosnan, Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins, directors Stephen Frears, Roger Donaldson and James L. Brooks.

EC Advantage • Conditional Admission for the majority of degree options • No TOEFL score required • Enhance your portfolio with a certificate from an internationally recognised academy and gain hands-on, practical experience • Transfer available to the one or two-year programs with eligibility to receive a tuition credit toward the longer program

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Programs Include: • Filmmaking • Hi-Definition Filmmaking • Acting for Film • 3D Animation • Photography

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