The University of British Columbia (UBC) is one of the largest and most highly rated universities in Canada. UBC English Language Institute (ELI) has welcomed thousands of students to its ESL programs since 1969. Students study English with experienced ESL teachers with graduate degrees and specialized training in teaching English.
Highlights
Conditional admission to UBC degree programs
Activities and clubs organized and lead by UBC students
UBC students help ELI students integrate into UBC life and Vancouver culture
In house Homestay program with a 24 hour emergency phone line
ELI instructors are industry leaders; many are published and invited to give presentations at international ESL conferences
Courses Offered & Fees
Program Start Date
Level
Frequency (Per Year)
Duration (Weeks)
Hrs/ Week
Tuition (C$)
Intensive English Program
Jan 5, May 4, Aug 31 2010
varies
3
16
26
5,703
Language and Culture (3 weeks full-time)
Jan 11, Jun 28, Jul 19, Aug 9 2010
varies
4
3
27
1,567
Language and Culture (3 weeks part-time)
Jan 11, Jun 28, Jul 19, Aug 9 2010
varies
4
3
18
1,126
Language and Culture (4 weeks full-time)
Feb 1, Mar 1, Mar 31 2010
varies
3
4
27
2,095
Language and Culture (4-weeks part-time)
Feb 1, Mar 1, Mar 31 2010
varies
3
4
18
1,511
English for Business Communication
Mar 31, Jun 28, Jul 19, Aug 9 2010
intermediate
4
3-4
27
1,567 - 2,095
English for English Teachers
Mar 31, Jul 19, Aug 9 2010
advanced
3
3-4
27
1,567 - 2,095
Certificate in Advanced English Language Teaching
Aug (on campus), Sep (online)
advanced
1
27
27.5
4,374
Program Options
Business English Programs
Conversational English Programs Custom English Programs for Groups Integrated English Programs (Read, Write, Listen, Speak) Teacher Training Programs (CELTA/TESL/TEFL/TESOL) University/College Preparation
The ELI is located on the Vancouver campus of UBC. Students have access to 11 libraries, the Student Union Building, athletic facilities, intramural sports, museums, restaurants, campus wide wireless internet, and more. In the ELI building, students have access to 3 computer labs, the Student Study Centre and Student Lounge.
Program/Centre Name: English Language Institute
Organization Name: University of British Columbia, The # ESL Programs Offered/Year: 18 # ESL Students/Year: 2,120 Application Fee (C$): 150 Age of Students: 18 - 60 Class Size: 11 - 16
Accommodation and Fees (C$)
Accommodation for ESL Students: Homestay Provided by Program Onsite Residences and Dormitories
Student Health Care Insurance Coverage: Available Through Program
Airport Pick Up:Available at Extra Cost
Airport Pick Up Fee (C$): 50
Language Support for ESL Students: Language Testing and Placement ESL Library Language Labs Computer Labs Conversation Workshops After School/Weekend Programs Individual Language Tutoring
Other Support: Orientation Programs Conditional Admission to Degree/Diploma Programs Activities, Events, and Field Trips (Day, Weekend, Semester Break Trips) Counselling, Buddy Programs, and Peer Programs Online ESL Programs Work Based Experience Programs
Consideration for Admission
Minimum Age: 17
High School Grades:
Not Considered
English Language Proficiency:
All Levels
Quick Stats
Program/Centre Name: English Language Institute
Organization Name:
University of British Columbia, The ESL Program Founded: 1969 # Campuses: 3 Campus Setting (Main Campus): Urban
Nearest City (Main Campus): Vancouver City Population: 2,000,000 Cost of Living: Medium Climate Range: 3 to 25 °C # ESL Programs Offered/Year: 18 # ESL Students/Year: 2,120 # Countries of Origin: 31 or more
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