Study English in
Canada!
2017
Victoria
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Victoria, BC • Smartest City in Canada (Maclean’s magazine) • #1 Small City in the Americas (fDi Magazine – Financial Times, London)
• Friendliest City in Canada • Third Friendliest City in the World (Condé Nast Traveler) • Winner, American Cities of the Future Awards (fDi Magazine – Financial Times, London)
Quick facts
Victoria
• Canada’s Second Most Creative City (Martin Prosperity Institute)
• Capital city of British Columbia • Population: 370,000 • Mildest weather in Canada • Approximately 30-minute flight to Vancouver or Seattle • Over 200 restaurants and pubs in the downtown area • Excellent shopping and outdoor activities • Beautiful, clean city • Welcoming and supportive community for international students
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UVic
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University of Victoria (UVic) As a UVic student, you’ll join a friendly, diverse community of students at one of Canada’s best universities.
Quick facts • Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide • Home to 21,000 students • 15-minute bus ride to downtown Victoria • Beautiful, park-like campus • Campus includes cafeterias, restaurants, a post office, pharmacy, multiple cafés and a movie theatre • World-class programs in Business, Science and Engineering • World-class gym, completed in 2015
University of Victoria
Welcome to the
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ELC
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Imagine a place where students from all over the world study English, learn about other cultures and enjoy living in one of Canada’s most beautiful cities. That’s life at the UVic English Language Centre (ELC). • Home to over 2,500 ESL students from 30 countries every year • An integral part of one of Canada’s top universities • A welcoming community • Free activities • Located in a modern building, completed in 2016 ELC programs include: • Academic and General programs • An average of 15 students per class; maximum of 18 • 20 to 30 class hours per week • Social and cultural activities guided by ELC Cultural Assistants
English Language Centre
The ELC
• Report card and Certificate of Participation upon completion • Access to conditional admission to UVic degree programs • Optional homestay or dormitory accommodation
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Programs
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ELC Program Overview Jan. Feb. March April May June July Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. Pathways Program Summer Academic Intensive Course Academic UAP Canadian Studies University Admission Preparation Academic or General
12-Week Intensive English Program Monthly Language and Culture Summer Language and Culture
General Programs
Academic Programs
Focus on speaking and listening, with some reading and writing • 12-Week Intensive English (ELPI General) • Monthly English Programs • Summer Language and Culture Programs
Focus on developing all 4 English skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing • 12-Week Intensive English (ELPI Academic) • University Pathways Program • University Admission Preparation (UAP) Program • UAP and Canadian Studies • Summer Academic Intensive Program (ELAI)
ELC Level : 9- and 12- week programs
ELC Level: monthly programs
IELTS
CEFR Level
200
Level 1
3-3.5
A2
330
Level 10
3.5‐4
A2+
410
Level 20
4‐4.5
B1
490
Level 30/ 40
5‐5.5
B2
570
Level 40
5.5-6
B2+
UAP
Level 40
6‐6.5
C1
Programs
General
Chart is for reference only and all levels are approximate. Students will be tested by the ELC on their first day and placed at the appropriate level.
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Programs
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30 hours
am/pm classes
general/academic
homestay
Over 1,000 students from 30 countries attend ELPI each year. It’s a program full of options and opportunities that you can tailor to your interests and needs. In ELPI, you can take general classes for developing communication, or academic classes that focus on speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Program Features • 6 class levels (High Beginner to University Admission Preparation) • Elective classes • Access to the ELC Study Centre and Pronunciation Centre • Access to the Writing Centre and Computer Assisted Language Laboratory (CALL) • Free weekly activities • Pathway to UVic degree programs
Study Centre and Pronunciation Centre • Conversation with teachers and volunteers in a relaxed setting • Drop-in “Active English” classes 4 days per week • Writing Centre for one-on-one academic writing support
Social and Cultural Activities • Coffee socials, sports, movies, festivals, volunteering • Optional activities include: Butchart Gardens, theatre, ski trips, Vancouver trips, kayaking, whale watching (additional fees apply)
Your 12-Week Program Options Upper Beginner and Low-Intermediate levels build fundamental communication skills by focussing on comprehension and speaking confidence. Intermediate and Advanced levels (410 and above) offer students 2 class options: • Academic English: for students who would like to complete a degree at an Englishspeaking university. • General English: for students who would like to explore career, business and personal interests. University Admission Preparation (UAP) UAP is the highest academic level in our 12-week program. This option is perfect for students wishing to meet the English language requirement for UVic. Your UAP classes will focus on: • academic English; • oral presentations; • note-taking; • reading academic texts; • report writing; • research and computer use.
IELTS and TOEIC Exam Preparation elective
test preparation
Programs
12-Week Intensive English Program (ELPI)
part-time
IELTS and TOEIC preparation classes are offered as electives in the ELPI program or on their own. • 9-week part-time programs (36 hours) • Reading, listening and test-taking strategies • Writing and speaking development, including organization, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and intonation • Entrance requirement: TOEIC 600, 71 iBT or IELTS 5.0
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Programs
University Pathways Program for International Students 12 months
am/pm classes
academic
homestay or dormitory
Fast-track your education by combining ESL classes with first-year credit courses! The Pathways program is an excellent option if you wish to obtain an undergraduate degree from UVic, but still need to improve your English skills.
Program Features
Requirements
• • • • • • • •
Academic: You must meet the academic admission requirements for the University of Victoria.
Full-time 12-month program 2 program streams: Social Sciences (includes pre-Business) or Science and Engineering 7 first-year credit courses Same UVic curriculum and instructors Smaller first-year classes Specialized workshops catered to your needs Additional academic support through labs and tutorials Potential to graduate in 4 years*
* For a 4-year degree program. Engineering is a 5-year program.
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Language: 5.5 IELTS with no section less than 5.0 or 71 iBT with no section less than 15
9-Week Summer Academic Intensive Program (ELAI) 22.5 hours
pm classes
academic
homestay
A 9-week academic summer program and the perfect bridge between spring and fall ELPI programs.
Program Features Monday to Thursday 1–5:15 pm Fridays 8:30 am–12:45 pm
20 hours
am/pm classes
academic
homestay or dormitory
This 4-week academic program is available for students who want to meet the language requirements for UVic.
Advanced English and Canadian Studies • Focus on Academic English and university study skills • introduction to Canadian Culture course (CS101)* • Academic Skills workshops (Study Skills, Note-taking, Plagiarism) • Weekly writing clinics • Teaching Assistants who provide one-to-one help with both courses
Requirements Academic: Students who intend to apply to a UVic degree program must meet UVic’s academic admission requirements. Language: 6.0 IELTS with no section less than 5.5 or 79 iBT with no section less than 17. Successful completion of this program fulfills the English language requirement for entrance to UVic undergraduate degree programs. Students must: • receive a passing grade (80%) for Advanced English; • receive a minimum 60% in Canadian Studies; students may take this course for 1.5 credit units for an additional fee.
• 5 class levels (High Beginner to Advanced) • Workshops and one-on-one support for academic writing assignments • Access to the Computer Assisted Language Laboratory (CALL) • Optional weekend trips
Customized Group Programs The ELC offers customized short-term programs which can be designed to suit the schedule and special interests of a group of students. Programs may include: • Business English • English for Teachers • English and Volunteering
Admission to UVic
Programs
4-Week University Admission Preparation (UAP)
Students who meet the academic requirements for UVic undergraduate degree programs may be granted Preliminary or Conditional Admission if they have one of the following: • IELTS 5.5, with no section less than 5.0 • iBT TOEFL 71, with no section less than 15 • Enrollment in the ELC 12-week program at 410 level For more information, visit www.uvic. ca/future-students/undergraduate/ admissions/index.php Students applying for graduate programs should contact garo@uvic.ca.
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Programs
Monthly Language and Culture Programs (3–6 weeks) 20 hours
general
dormitory (july
– aug)
Our monthly programs provide general English courses to anyone looking for a fun short-term language experience.
Program Features • 20 class hours per week • 5 class levels (High Beginner to Advanced) • Focus on speaking and listening skills • Canadian Culture and Conversation workshops • Access to the Computer Assisted Language Laboratory (CALL) • Free activities and optional weekend trips
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homestay (sept
– june)
September–April Program Schedule Monday to Thursday: 9 am–12 pm, 1–3 pm Intensive English classes Friday: Social and cultural activities Weekends: Optional activities
May–August Program Schedule Monday to Friday: 8:30 am–12:30 pm Intensive English Classes Afternoons: Social and cultural activities Evenings: Optional activities for students living in dormitories, such as sports, movies and language games (most with no additional cost) Weekends: Optional activities
part-time
In some of our language programs you can add Business Boost workshops to improve your Business English skills and understanding of Canadian business culture. In Business Boost you will receive: • 20 hours of Business English classes (July four-week option); • 14 hours of Business English classes (August three- and four-week options); • a guided tour of a local business to see some of the business concepts you’ve studied in action within the Canadian context;
Business and Management Programs professional
The Division of Continuing Studies offers you the chance to study business with 2 intensive program options.
Certificate in Business Administration (CBA) • 3-month intensive Fast-Track program • January, May and September start dates • Study with Canadians!
• Certificate of Participation and a Record of Grade with separate reports for your general English and Business Boost classes;
• Tuition $5,900 CAD
• access to our Computer-Assisted Language Laboratory (CALL);
• 8- to 12-month program, combining the CBA program with additional business courses
Diploma in Business Administration (DBA)
• free activities and optional weekend trips with our Cultural Assistants;
• Flexible classes tailored to your interests
• UVic Dormitory accommodation and meals on campus.
• Tuition $9,100 CAD
NOTE: You will require an intermediate English level or higher to participate in these workshops.
Programs
Business Boost Workshops
• Eligible for a post-graduate work permit Contact the Business and Management Programs office for more information. E: bmt@uvic.ca T: 250-721-8072/8073
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Activities and CAs
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Our full-time programs offer a calendar of free and optional ($) activities so that you can practise your English outside of class and explore our beautiful city. All activities are guided by ELC Cultural Assistants. • Butchart Gardens • Vancouver trip • Skiing • Volunteering • Whale watching • Sports • Royal BC Museum • Kayaking • Local hikes • Craft workshops Who are ELC Cultural Assistants? We love our Cultural Assistants (CAs) and you will too! CAs are UVic students who organize events and guide activities, but that’s not all. They bring fun and energy to everything they do to keep our students smiling, safe and loving life.
Activities and Cultural Assistants
Amazing Activities
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Accommodation
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Homestay • Award-winning program • 25 years of experience • Over 800 local families UVic Homestay gives you the opportunity to live with a local family who will welcome you into their home and provide you with a safe, comfortable and friendly place to live. You will eat meals with your host family, participate in their weekend activities and become part of their daily lives. www.uvic.ca/homestay Homestay Features • Private, furnished room • Internet access • Maximum 45-minute commute to UVic • Airport pick-up and drop-off • Extra English practice so you can develop English faster • Support in Canada with a new family and a “home away from home” • A safe, respectful and supportive living environment • The opportunity to participate in daily Canadian life • Not available for July or August programs
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UVic Dormitories
Accommodation
• All meals and snacks included
In our July and August summer programs, you’ll have the unique opportunity to live on a Canadian university campus. UVic Dormitory Features • A single room with a bed, desk, dresser, mirror, linens and free Internet access • Cafeteria meal plan • Support of Cultural Assistant staff living in the dormitory • Extra evening and weekend activities Dormitory accommodation is only available for ELC programs in July and August.
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Program Application You must: • Be 18 years of age or older by the first day of the program • Meet Canadian visa requirements while they are in Canada • Buy medical insurance for the duration of the program • Have a basic knowledge of English and successfully complete the online test: continuingstudies.uvic.ca/elc/testing.
Fees due upon registration
Immigration and Medical Information Canadian Immigration Laws Once you have completed the application and paid the application fees, you will receive a Letter of Acceptance (LOA). You can use this letter to apply for appropriate visas or permits. It is your responsibility to obtain the correct visa or permit. Depending on your nationality and length of study, you may not require a visa to study in Canada. However, you might still need to purchase an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) BEFORE arriving in Canada. For more information, please visit: www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp
Medical Insurance It is your responsibility to ensure you have proper medical coverage during your stay in Canada.
$150 Application Fee • If you apply for more than one program at the same time, you pay the $150 application fee once only. $350 Deposit (per program) • This deposit is part of the tuition fee, not an additional cost. $250 Homestay Fee • See the next page for Homestay availability for your program. Full payment is due five weeks before the program start date.
How to apply online 1. Complete the online application form at continuingstudies.uvic.ca/elc/apply 2. Complete the online homestay application form (if applicable) 3. Send the application fee and deposit(s)
How to apply by email 1. Download the Application Form at continuingstudies.uvic.ca/elc/apply 2. Complete and sign the ELC Application Form
All English Language Centre students must have medical insurance and should confirm that it covers any activities they may participate in (including sports).
3. Complete and sign the Homestay Application Form
Buy private medical insurance before leaving your home country. You can purchase insurance through AON Medical Insurance company at: http://extranet.aon.ca/uvic/inbound.
Forms without your signature will not be processed.
If you plan on staying in Victoria for longer than 6 months, you must apply for British Columbia Medical Services Plan (MSP) upon arrival. There is a three month waiting period for MSP, so you should also buy private medical insurance to cover you for the first 3 months of your stay. www.healthservices.gov.bc.ca/msp
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4. Arrange to pay the application fees and deposit 5. Email your application to the English Language Centre
NOTE: Application does not guarantee admission. Apply for programs early, as space is limited. Wait for your Letter of Acceptance before making travel arrangements. The English Language Centre/University of Victoria reserves the right to change fees, schedules and courses without notice, and to cancel courses if enrollment is insufficient.
Program Schedule 2017 Tuition Accommodation Program Program Dates Duration and Activities and Meals Arrival Date Departure Date
12-Week Intensive English Program (ELPI)
Homestay Fee: $850/month
ELPI A 2017
Jan. 9–April 5, 2017
12 weeks
$3,950
H $2,550
Jan. 7
April 7
ELPI B 2017
April 10–July 5, 2017
12 weeks
$3,950
H $2,550
April 8
July 7
ELPI C 2017
Sept. 11–Dec. 6, 2017
12 weeks
$3,950
H $2,550
Sept. 9
Dec. 8
ELPI A 2018
Jan. 8–April 4, 2018
12 weeks
$3,950
H $2,550
Jan. 6
April 6
Summer Academic Programs 9-Week ELAI 2017*
July 4 (Tuesday)–Sept. 7
9 weeks
$3,550
H $1,868
July 2
Sept. 8
UAP and Canadian Studies
July 31–Aug. 25
4 weeeks
$3,200
H or D
July 30
Aug. 26
*ELAI is a 9-week academic program that differs in format, hours and activities from the 12-week programs.
University Pathways Program Sept. 5, 2017–Aug. 25, 2018
48 weeks
$26,950
H or D
Sept. 4, 2017
Aug. 25, 2018
Science and Engineering Stream Sept. 5, 2017–Aug. 25, 2018
Social Sciences Stream
48 weeks
$26,950
H or D
Sept. 4, 2017
Aug. 25, 2018
Monthly Language and Culture Programs Jan. 2017
Jan. 9–Feb. 3
4 weeks
$1,600
H $850
Jan. 8
Feb. 4
Feb. 2017
Feb. 6–March 3
4 weeks
$1,600
H $850
Feb. 5
March 4
March 2017
March 6–31
4 weeks
$1,600
H $850
March 5
April 1
April 2017
April 10–May 5
4 weeks
$1,600
H $850
April 9
May 6
June 2017
May 29–June 30
5 weeks
$2,000
H $934
May 28
July 1
July 2017 (4 weeks)**
July 4 (Tuesday)–28
4 weeks
$1,600
D $1,647
July 3
July 29
July 2017 (6 weeks)
July 10–Aug. 18
6 weeks
$2,400
D $2,194
July 9
Aug. 19
Aug. 2017 (4 weeks)**
July 31–Aug. 25
4 weeks
$1,600
D $1,647
July 30
Aug. 26
Aug. 2017 (3 weeks)**
Aug. 8 (Tuesday)–25
3 weeks
$1,400
D $1,180
Aug. 7
Aug. 26
Sept. 2017
Sept. 5 (Tuesday)–29
4 weeks
$1,600
H $850
Sept. 4
Sept. 30
Oct. 2017
Oct. 2–27
4 weeks
$1,600
H $850
Oct. 1
Oct. 28
Nov. 2017
Oct. 30–Nov. 24
4 weeks
$1,600
H $850
Oct. 29
Nov. 25
Dec. 2017
Nov. 27–Dec. 15
3 weeks
$1,400
H $700
Nov. 26
Dec. 16
**Business Boost workshops are available for these programs.
Homestay Fee: $850
Special Purpose Programs $550
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n/a
n/a
Business Boost Workshops Runs with Aug. 3-week 12 hours $395 and 4-week programs
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n/a
n/a
TOEIC / IELTS Preparation
Offered each term with the 9 weeks 12-week program (ELPI)
n/a
Academic Writing
Optional addition to ELPI 2 weeks $650 Dec. 5–15
Dec. 8
Dec. 16
Business Boost Workshops Runs with July 4-week program
20 hours
$675
$224 in addition to ELPI Homestay fee
All fees are listed in Canadian dollars and subject to change. H = Homestay D = Dormitory
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/EnglishLanguageCentre @ELC_UVic /EnglishLanguageUVIC Division of Continuing Studies University of Victoria PO Box 1700 STN CSC Victoria BC V8W 2Y2 Canada
@elc_uvic
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