University of British Columbia Summer Camp, Summer Camp at the University of British Columbia

• • Year of foundation/opening: 1993,
  • Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada,
  • Number of students: ~500,
  • Type of education: mixed,
  • Type of institution: children's language summer camp,
  • Language of instruction: English.

Summer camp on the University of British Columbia campus — a summer program for teenagers aged 11-17, organized on the territory of one of Canada's leading universities. Participants are accommodated in UBC residences and spend their session in the atmosphere of a real university campus, meet and communicate with peers from different countries, using English every day in studies and life.

Sessions take place in summer, and you can choose the duration of classes — courses from one to six weeks are available. English is constantly heard here: in lessons, in conversations between participants, and in everyday situations. Teenagers come to the camp from different countries, so the environment is truly international. Studies and extracurricular activities run in parallel, creating a busy but balanced pace. This format is suitable for both the first independent trip abroad and for those who already have experience studying and relaxing abroad.

The University of British Columbia campus, where the camp is held, is regularly used as a filming location for Hollywood movies and TV series — many buildings and locations are familiar to you from the screen! Dozens of films have been shot here, including "Fifty Shades of Grey", "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", "She's the Man" and "The Butterfly Effect".

The university itself consistently ranks among the world's leading universities and is considered one of Canada's strongest research centers.

Teenagers are accommodated in UBC residences, usually in double rooms (single rooms are limited and booked well in advance). Bathrooms — shared on the floor, there are common areas. WiFi is available in the buildings, access and rooms are opened with keys.

Meals are provided in the university cafeteria buffet-style: three times a day plus an evening snack. Dietary restrictions are taken into account (upon prior request). Lunch boxes or meal cards are issued during excursions.

Free laundry is available for stays of two weeks or more.

After classes, the program doesn't slow down! Every week — trips around Vancouver and its surroundings: Stanley Park, Vancouver Aquarium (one of Canada's largest aquariums: more than 65,000 marine animals and fish, including sharks, rays and sea lions, some exhibits are dedicated to the ecosystem of the Pacific coast of British Columbia), the Science World science center, Granville Island, city beaches and observation decks. Longer trips are also planned — for example, to Whistler or Victoria.

In the evenings, the kids will enjoy team games, themed parties, discos, quests and creative projects. On Sundays, there is a Sunday Options format: teenagers choose from a list — stay on campus or go on an active trip, including walks in parks and kayaking.

• Real UBC campus: a teenager doesn't live in an ordinary school or summer camp, but in a full-fledged university environment.
• 15+ hours of English per week and constant conversational practice with students from different countries.
• Sunday Options format — the child chooses how to spend the weekend: from quiet activities on campus to trips to Whistler or Victoria.

The camp is organized on the territory of University of British Columbia — a large university campus with academic buildings, sports facilities and its own infrastructure. Classes are held in equipped classrooms for small groups, halls, lounge areas and sports grounds of the campus are used for the evening program and general events.

The campus is located on a peninsula in the western part of Vancouver, near Pacific Spirit Park, the ocean and beaches. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center by transport.

There are open fields for football and other games, indoor sports halls and grounds on the campus where tournaments and camp events take place. Everything is located nearby: from the classroom to the dining room or gym — a few minutes walk, no travel across the city and unnecessary logistics. The children go in groups along clear routes, always accompanied by camp staff. The territory is large, but well-organized, it is difficult to get lost here.

The program takes place in the summer, usually from late June to early August. Arrival and departure are on Sundays, and the duration can be chosen from one to six weeks. The studies are organized in weekly modules, there are no final exams, but upon completion of the shift, participants receive a certificate.

Flights, transfers at non-standard arrival times, separate paid Sunday outings (Sunday Options), and personal expenses are paid separately. Pocket money is usually budgeted for approximately 80-150 $CAD per week — for souvenirs, snacks outside the dining hall, and small purchases.

First, you choose the participation format — with accommodation on campus or without it, then the duration (from 1 to 6 weeks) and arrival dates. After that, an application is submitted for the selected shift.

Next, the family receives confirmation and instructions for payment and preparation for the trip. The place is booked after the payment is made. Closer to the start of the program, you need to provide flight details to organize a meeting at the airport (if transfer is required).

On the day of arrival, participants are met, accommodated on campus, given an introductory briefing and English test, after which study groups are formed and a schedule for the first week is issued.

The program is designed for teenagers aged 11-17, participants are divided into two age groups: 11-14 and 15-17. There is no separate entrance exam in English — at the beginning of the shift a test is conducted, based on the results of which study groups are formed.

To participate, you need a registration form, parental consent forms must be signed and medical information provided. The child must be ready to live according to the camp schedule and comply with established rules of residence on campus.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision