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ESL Program
ESL Program Time Schedule
VanWest College prepares and guides students to meet their goals from start to finish.The college offers various English courses to meet the needs andthe demands of each student, aided through individual attention and personalized study plans.
The English language program is based on recent trends in second language acquisition that reflect the needs of the VanWest student population.
REAL EXPERIENCE! REAL RESULTS!
Program Description
ESLPROGRAM
* Maximum class size 15
Level progression is dependent on a number of consideration including
weekly writing and speaking tasks, listening and reading tests, attitude,
attendance, and completion of outside classroom course work. To progress
to a new level, students must achieve an overall score of 75% or better.
VanWest Equivalency Chart
7.0 + 102 - 120 CAE
EAP 4006.0 - 6.5 79 - 101
4.5 - 5.0
0 - 31
5.5 - 6.0
4.0 - 4.5
5.0 - 5.5
3.0 - 4.0
IELTS TOEFL VanWest English Courses
IELTS Advanced
IELTSIntermediate
BULATS Advanced
BULATS Intermediate
Level 8
Level 7
Level 6
Level 5
Level 4
Level 3
Level 2
Level 1
46 - 78
32 - 45
EAP 300
EAP 200
EAP 100
Time Monday to Friday
8:30 am - 10:05 am Period 1 - 2
10:15 am - 11:50 am Period 3 - 4
11:50 am - 12:50 pm Lunch
12:50 pm - 1:45 pm Period 5
1:50 pm - 2:45 pm Period 6
2:50 pm - 3:45 pm Period 7
3:50 pm - 4:45 pm Period 8
Course Description
Course Options
Based on an integrated skill curriculum, students are taught specific strategies to improve their English while electives reinforce the core
language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Improves the four language skills:
reading, writing, listening, and speaking
Highly communicative and student-
centered classes
Improves English language fluency
Strong academic skills
Theme-based lessons
Develops problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Core English lessons plus one elective
lesson each day
Core English lessons plus two elective
lessons each day
General English
English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
Course Options
Prerequisite:Level 2
Prerequisite:EAP 100 or Level 4
Prerequisite:EAP 200 or Level 6
Prerequisite:EAP 300 or Level 8
Develops reading, writing,
listening, and speaking skills
Provides a foundation in
academic English language
to prepare to enter EAP 200
Focuses on reading, writing,
listening, and speaking in an
academic context
Prepares students to move
from intermediate to an
advanced level of English
Improves the four main skills
of English using academic
language
Provides strategies to
develop essential skills
for academic study
Upon successful completion,
students may apply to VanWest
partner colleges and universities
without any further language
requirement
EAP 400 (12 weeks)EAP 300 (8 weeks)EAP 200 (8 weeks)EAP 100 (8 weeks)
Course DescriptionEnglish for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses will prepare students who want to achieve academic success in English-speaking colleges and
universities. Courses cover a variety of relevant and interesting topics, both Canadian and international. EAP will provide a solid foundation of academic language skills for students preparing for high stakes official exams such as IELTS, CAE, and BULATS.
Speaking & Listening(Period 1 - 2)
Reading & Writing(Period 3 - 4)
Elective(Period 5)
Elective(Period 6)
One-to-One(Period 7 or 8)
Core English
Intensive English
Optimum English
Core English (20 lessons/week) Intensive English (25 lessons/week) Optimum English (30 lessons/week)
Course Description
Course Description
Course Description
IELTS is a universally recognized English proficiency
qualification accepted by most English-speaking
universities in the world.
Classes focus on reading, writing, listening and speaking
skills for exam preparation.
CAE is an advanced level course of study. Students
who pass the examination are able to show high-level
qualifications in English for professional or academic
purposes.
CAE is widely recognized by universities for admission.
Graduates have the confidence to use English fleuntly
and with ease.
BULATS measures the ability of non-native speakers to communicate in English in everyday business environments. The course is an excellent
choice for students who use or plan to use English for business or the workplace. Students receive pre-tests and the official BULATS test is offered at the college every 4 weeks. BULATS is a widely recognized language test, and is a reliable way of assessing the language ability of employees or trainees. VanWest College is the only official test provider in Canada.
English for Exam PreparationIELTS
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)
English for Business and Workplace (BULATS)
Course OptionsBULATS Intermediate
Students will study authentic business
cases to better understand key business
concepts
Course will expand business knowledge
and business skills
A challenging course for students who
want a deeper understanding of business
English
Assesses the effectiveness of business
English for real life business environments
BULATS Advanced(8 weeks) (12 weeks)
Prerequisite:Level 4
Prerequisite:Level 6
Prerequisite:EAP 400
Prerequisite:IELTS Intermediate: Level 3IELTS Advanced: Level 5 or IELTS Intermediate
Course Options
Course Options
Course length: 8 - 12 weeks
Overview: 20, 25, 30 lessons/week
Exceptional exam pass rate
Result-oriented
Weekly tests monitor academic progress
Course length: 8 - 12 weeks
Overview: 25, 30 lessons/week
Exceptional exam pass rate
Result-oriented
Weekly tests monitor academic progress
Exceptional exam pass rate
Student-centered classes
Hands-on business skills
Result-oriented
Course DescriptionPathway courses assist international students who want to study at colleges and universities in Canada and the U.S. Upon successful completion
of the Pathway requirement, students meet the language requirement and may then apply directly to partner post-secondary institutions
without further language testing.
Course length: 2 - 8 weeks
Offers a welcoming environment where families will
experience top quality English instruction
Helps expand cross-cultural understanding and forge
new international friendships
Minimum 2 family members
Adult Schedule:
General English
(20 lessons/week)
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 11:50 am
English for Families
University & College Pathways
University of WaterlooPathway Requirement:EAP 400Location:Waterloo, Ontario
Fairleigh Dickinson UniversityPathway Requirement:Level 7 or BULATS B2Location:Vancouver, BC
University ofReginaPathway Requirement:EAP 300 or Level 8Location:Regina, Saskatchewan
College ofNew CaledoniaPathway Requirement:EAP 300Location:Prince George, BC
University ofPrince Edward IslandPathway Requirement:EAP 400Location:Charlottetown, PEI
Texas WesleyanUniversityPathway Requirement:Level 6Location:Fort Worth, Texas
LakeheadUniversityPathway Requirement:EAP 300Location:Thunder Bay, Ontario
The Art Instituteof VancouverPathway Requirement:Level 6 or EAP 200Location:Vancouver, BC
YukonCollegePathway Requirement:Level 7Location: Whitehorse, Yukon
College ofthe RockiesPathway Requirement:EAP 300 or Level 8Location:Cranbrook, BC
WashingtonState UniverseityPathway Requirement:EAP 300Location:Richland, Washington
*14+ will join General English
Youth Schedule:
*5 - 13 years
(20 lessons/week)
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 11:50 am
Course Description
Course length: 2 - 8 weeks
Offers an exciting environment where students can
study English and participate in a wide selection of activities
Theme-based assignments/projects and qualified teachers
A dynamic classroom mixture of nationalities and cultures
English for Youth Group
Course DescriptionCustomizable study tours are specific to group needs and
budget
All groups are welcome - children, youth, seniors and/or
professionals
One-to-One lessons focus on the learner’s individual needs
and accelerate language learning. Students benefit from
personalized attention, guidance, and feedback from our
experienced teachers.
4 lessons per week
One lesson is 55 minutes
Minimum 1 week registration
Group Study Tour
One-to-One Lessons
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