Vanwest College

English for Academic Purposes

• Dates: every Monday
• Duration: 8 weeks
• Required language level: Intermediate
• Language of instruction: English

The Academic English course prepares students for successful study at English-speaking universities. The program includes a wide range of current and engaging topics. The course also provides a solid foundation of knowledge and language skills for students preparing to take international language tests IELTS, CAE and BULATS and is available in 4 variations depending on the student's level of preparation.

• Acquiring a strong foundation of knowledge and skills in writing, reading, listening and speaking for study in an academic environment
• Developing critical thinking skills in English
• Confident communication
• Active participation in discussions and presentations
• Creating projects and completing university assignments
• Focusing on academic skills and mastering time management
• Adapting to a new language environment.

English for Business

• Dates: every Monday
• Duration: 8-12 weeks
• Required language level: Intermediate or Advanced
• Language of instruction: English

The purpose of the course is to adapt students to the English-speaking environment and improve their language skills for daily work in a business setting. The program is ideal for students and young professionals who plan to work in business and related fields. Every four weeks, students take the BULATS language test (a widely recognized test that is considered by many employers). The course exists in 2 variations: BULATS INTERMEDIATE and BULATS ADVANCED.

• Understanding authentic tests on business topics
• Preparation for the BULATS test
• Improving basic language skills
• Studying business correspondence and the nuances of conducting negotiations.

English for IELTS 

• Dates: every Monday
• Duration: 8-12 weeks
• Required language level: IELTS 5, 6, and 7.5
• Language of instruction: English
• Cost: from $210 CAD for 10 lessons.

The preparation program exists in two versions: IELTS and CAE.  IELTS is a widely known language test, both in academic circles and for possible employment. The course will help you learn all the features of passing the language exam, study its structure and master the necessary skills.

Every week students take a verification test, along with mastering basic language skills and understanding the specifics of the exam, students' confidence grows, students begin to understand how to manage time and cope with stress.

• Learn how to learn and strategically complete tasks
• Master the basic strategies for taking language tests
• Practice on authentic materials
• Weekly tests will help you master stress management
• You will be met by highly qualified teachers.

English for CAE

• Dates: every Monday
• Duration: 8-12 weeks
• Required language level: IELTS 5, 6, and 7.5
• Language of instruction: English
• Cost: from $210 CAD for 10 lessons.

The preparation program is available in two versions: IELTS and CAE. CAE - for students with a high level of professional and academic English. This test is highly valued by top universities.

Every week, students take a progress test, along with mastering basic language skills and understanding the specifics of the exam, students gain confidence in their abilities, students begin to understand how to manage time and cope with stress.

• Learn how to learn and strategically complete tasks
• Master the basic strategies for taking language tests
• Practice on authentic materials
• Weekly tests will help you master stress management
• You will be met by highly qualified teachers.

UNIVERSITY PATHWAY

• Required language level: IELTS 5.0 and above
• Language of instruction: English
• Cost: please inquire with the managers.

The program is aimed at students from abroad who intend to study at universities in North America (Canada and the USA). The course focuses on updating language skills and academic knowledge. Students choose several disciplines that are a priority for their future studies, and after an intensive academic program they pass difficult exams and receive a prestigious certificate.

Students with high academic performance will be able to enroll in partner universities of the college without additional entrance tests:

• Lakehead University
• Fairleigh Dickinson University Vancouver
• Yukon College
• College of New Caledonia
• University of Waterloo
• Washington State University, Tri-cities
• University of Regina
• University of Prince Edward Island.