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English Language Program

Accredited English language courses from pre-intermediate to university and college qualifying levels

Tuition: Varies by course; call 1-800-715-0914 for details
Where: Campbell River, Comox Valley, Campbell River offers ELSA only
Starts: May-Aug 2011 monthly English immersion; July-Aug 2011 university qualifying program; Starting in Sep 2011: Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar, May, July
  • Our Academic English Language program, offered in the Comox Valley, welcomes international students, new Canadians, and permanent residents into courses from Pre-Intermediate to University and College preparation.
  • Our ESLA program offers beginner English training and covers life skills needed in Canadian society for new immigrants and refugees.

Career possibilities: Our English Language program and courses help students build confidence, develop fluency, and prepare for the workplace and for university and college programs.

English Language Services for Adults (ELSA)

The ELSA program offers beginner-level English instruction for landed immigrants and refugees or those applying to become landed immigrants. This program is designed to give students the English language and life skills necessary for them to function in Canadian society. The Ministry of Regional Economic and Skills Development and Welcome BC Branch sponsor this program. Availability is subject to funding.

Academic English Language

Our Academic English Language program prepares students for entrance into university and college programs. The program offers four levels including pre-intermediate, intermediate, advanced, and university/college preparation. Each level provides courses in reading/writing, speaking/listening as well as grammar. Available electives include pronunciation, IELTS preparation and a seminar course which individualizes instructional support.

  • Pre-intermediate courses provide students the foundational skills for learning the English language.
  • Intermediate courses are designed primarily to assist students with the English they need in everyday situations and provide development of the key skills needed for the academic English study.
  • Advanced courses continue the student’s academic study of English with focus on effective strategies for composing in English, including pre-writing, revising, and editing as well as reading and spoken comprehension and vocabulary building.
  • University and college qualifying courses prepare students for university/college level reading, writing and communication. As ESL 090 is the equivalent of ENG 098, successful completion of this course will allow students to enter many university and career programs. 

Admission Requirements

Students are assessed by an ESL faculty member to determine the most appropriate courses for registration and success. An assessment may be done on campus by registering at Student Services. Off campus assessment is also available. Email www.study@nic.bc.ca for more information.

Once you have completed an assessment, your instructor will recommend courses from the following list and which are best suited to your current skill level and personal goals. Students then progress through the program by skill level.

Pre-Intermediate Level

  • ESL-001 English Language Service for Adults
  • ESL-003 Pre-Intermediate Reading and Writing
  • ESL-008 Pre-Intermediate Listening and Speaking

Intermediate Level

  • ESL-031 Intermediate Reading and Writing 1
  • ESL-032 Intermediate Reading and Writing 2
  • ESL-034 Intermediate Listening & Speaking 1
  • ESL-035 Intermediate Listening & Speaking 2
  • ESL-037 Intermediate Grammar 1
  • ESL-038 Intermediate Grammar 2

Advanced Level

University and College Qualifying Levels

  • ESL-089 University and College Preparatory Reading
  • ESL-090 University and College Preparatory Writing (equivalent to ENG-098 Provincial English)

Electives

  • ESL-040 Pronunciation
  • ESL-041 Canadian Studies
  • ESL-094 Speaking & Pronunciation for University and College
  • ESL-071 Directed English Language Studies 1
  • ESL-072 Directed English Language Studies 2
  • ESL-073 Directed English Language Studies 3

 

Questions?

Contact:

Student Services
1-800-715-0914
questions@nic.bc.ca

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