Eurocentres Vancouver Language School
Description of Eurocentres Vancouver Language School
Eurocentres Vancouver Language School is the second language center of the international network of schools in Canada. Like an educational institution in Toronto, it provides foreign students with everything they need to comfortably and effectively study English. Eurocentres Vancouver has a convenient location, quality teaching staff, special academic atmosphere. This school is open to students wishing to focus on learning English.
The language center is located in Downtown, the business center of the metropolis. In walking distance from it there is main business, trade infrastructure of the city. Just 5 minutes of leisurely walk - and you're on Robson Street. The trade artery of the city does not disappoint shoppers, fans of restaurant pastime.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Eurocentres Vancouver Language School
General English course.
Brief information: The program for international students, who wish: Deepen the knowledge of English;
- Develop spoken language;
- Gain confidence in the conversation with native speakers.
About the educational course: The program with different academic schedule (20, 25 or 30 educational hours per week). In the classroom under the program of any intensity, students practice speaking, writing, learn to listen to English by ear, correctly pronounce words and idioms. A holistic, balanced course ensures:
- Rapid language progress;
- Guarantees the achievement of academic goals.
Students age: 16+.
Starting dates of the educational program: every monday, year round.
Program duration: from 2 to 52 weeks.
Requirements for enrollment : English - at the level of 0 to 9.
Results of the educational program:
- Confidence in conversation;
- Exceptional understanding of written and spoken English;
- Correct pronunciation;
- Grammatical accuracy of construction of verbal constructions.
Educational group: up to 14 people.
Duration of the lesson: 50 minutes.
Brief information: Special course for preparation of students for the performance of test tasks on the IELTS course.
About the educational course:
- Start dates - year round, every Monday;
- The program's duration vary from 2 to 52 weeks;
- Students 16+ can join the program;
- Requirements for admission - English level from B1;
- The course includes a minimum of 25 lessons per week;
- Duration of the lesson: 50 minutes;
- Small educational groups - not more than 14 students;
- The program is focused on the development of general language and special skills.
Educational blocks and goals:
- Learn the basics of grammar;
- Expand the general vocabulary;
- Practice reading for an exceptional understanding of written English;
- Listening blocks;
- Writing assignments;
- Practical communication block.
The result of educational course:
- Academic readiness for the delivery of the international language test;
- Confidence in the conversation and the fulfillment of written assignments in English.
FCE
Quick Overview: The program of preparation for the exam for the First Certificate.
About the educational course: The preparatory program includes a general language and special blocks. The first block involves developing basic skills:
- Grammar;
- Vocabulary;
- Reading;
- Listening;
- Writing;
- Speaking.
The general language unit is designed for 20 lessons per week. 10 lessons per week is devoted to intensive preparation for the FCE test. Students get acquainted with:
- The technique of passing the exam;
- The assessment system;
- Perform typical tasks.
The duration of the program is 8-12 weeks.
Students age: 16+.
Educational starting date: 08.09.
Requirements for admission: English - from A1.
The result of the educational program: confirmation of the level of English - B1 by Cambridge ESOL standards.
Educational group: up to 14 people.
Lesson duration: 50 minutes.
Brief information: Exam preparation program, calculated for 8 - 12 weeks, including theoretical and practical modules.
About the educational course: The preparatory program provides for:
- The actualization of knowledge;
- The development and improvement of general language skills;
- Familiarization with the methodology for testing for the certificate Cambridge Advanced.
In the classroom, international students also work on mental concentration, the development of critical thinking. The fulfillment of standard exam tasks is also included in the program of preparation for one of the Cambridge examinations.
Students age: 16+.
Starting date of the educational program: 14.09.
Requirements for admission: English - from B2.
The result of the educational course: the successful passing of the exam for a certificate confirming the level of English C1.
Educational group: up to 14 people.
Academic schedule: 30 lessons per week.
Lesson duration: 50 minutes.
TOEFL
Quick overview: The program of preparation for testing to determine the level of English in its American version.
About the educational course: The curriculum is designed for at least 2 weeks. The maximum duration of the educational program is 52 weeks. Every day, students work on developing English skills for at least 5 academic hours. The course provides for morning and afternoon sessions. Before lunch in the classroom, students study grammar, practice reading, listening, writing. Afternoon classes are of a profile nature. They are dedicated to develop the skills for effective passing the TOEFL test.
Students age: 16+.
Starting dates of the educational program: every monday, year round.
Requirements for admission: language level- from A2.
The result of the educational program:
- Familiarization with the exam;
- The improvement of English in the following aspects:
- Colloquial speech;
- Grammar;
- Vocabulary;
- The perception of printed text and speech by ear.
Educational group: up to 14 students.
Academic schedule: 25 lessons per week.
Lesson duration: 50 minutes.
English for Business.
Quick Overview: A special course for international students, who need to communicate in English in a business environment.
About the educational course: The program includes 20 general English lessons per week and 5 themed classes. The first block provides for the development of general language skills, from listening to speech and communicative practice. Specialized classes include:
- Work on the expansion of the vocabulary;
- The development of grammar;
- Practice in negotiating;
- Drafting business letters and various documents;
- Develop other skills necessary for effective business and communication in a professional environment.
Students age: 18+.
Educational program schedule: every monday, year round.
Requirements for admission: English - from B1.
Educational program outcomes:
- A high level of English proficiency;
- Free communication in the language environment;
- An exceptional understanding of English (oral speech, printed materials).
Educational group: up to 14 students.
The length of the lesson: 50 minutes.
English light
Less intense classes for a longer period. For people with busy schedules who want to maintain their language level and are self-taught.
Price from: £ 70
- 2 virtual online classes per week
- 1 group online lesson
- Access my.Eurocentres online learning platform
Balanced english
Suitable for your schedule, intensive enough training for quick progress. A good balance between online lessons and self-study.
Price from: £ 100
- 4 virtual online classes per week
- 2 group online lessons per week
- Access my.Eurocentres online learning platform
- 1 private lesson every 4 weeks
Intensive English
Suitable for those who have a lot of free time to quickly improve their skills. On average, progress is 1 level in 12 weeks according to the European system of levels of foreign language proficiency CEFR.
Price from: £ 170
- 10 virtual online classes per week
- 5 group online lessons per week
- Access my.Eurocentres online learning platform
- 1 private lesson every 2 weeks
Self-training IELTS
Access to IELTS Online Learning Platform
Price from: £ 110
- 3 months access to the IELTS platform
- level tests and personalized goals
- exam practice
IELTS online balanced
A balanced training course that includes online group lessons and access to an online platform for self-study.
Price from: £ 100
- 4 IELTS online classes per week
- 2 group lessons per week
- 1 private lesson every 4 weeks
- access to the my.Eurocentres platform
IELTS online intense
An intensive training course that includes online group lessons and access to an online platform for self-study.
Price from: £ 170
- 10 IELTS online classes per week
- 5 group lessons per week
- 1 private lesson every 2 weeks
- access to the my.Eurocentres platform
Accommodation, meals, prices
In the the school students usually stay in the residence or in a host family. The first is half an hour's drive from the school. In the residence single rooms with private facilities are rented. Meals are not provided.
Host families live 20 to 40 minutes from the school. In the houses students are provided with furnished single rooms, half board meals. Also, living in the family provides an opportunity for informal communication with native English speakers, full immersion in the cultural environment.
Other accommodation options are available on request.
Accommodation price:
- Family, single room, two meals - from 209 CAD / week (depending on the option of accommodation and meals);
- Residence, 19+, single room, no meals, minimum stay - 4 weeks - from 320 CAD / week (depending on the option of accommodation and meals).
Subjects, specialties
Activities Eurocentres Vancouver Language School
Extracurricular program at Eurocentres Vancouver School is full of excursions and a lot of opportunities for sports. Students can visit sports facilities located near the language center: halls, stadiums, ice rink, playgrounds. The excursion program includes walks on the most beautiful and interesting of hundreds of Vancouver parks, acquaintance with the architectural and cultural sights of the city, trips to Victoria, Banff National Park. Fans of extreme sports are invited to rafting.
Daily routine
Schedule is determined by specifics of the program.
Advantages
- Eurocentres Vancouver School provides high-quality educational service and a large number of opportunities for practical English communication.
- Effective programs, ranging from intonation practice to vocabulary and grammar courses.
- The school also recommends cultural, sporting, excursion activities that will make leisure eventful, bright, memorable.
- The learning process is supplemented in school by modern technical means. This makes learning as comfortable and productive as possible.
Facilities and equipment at Eurocentres Vancouver Language School
The school is equipped with interactive technology 17 spacious classrooms. The school also has a multimedia and computer center, a library, self-study rooms and hall, which are air-conditioned. Wireless Internet is available on site.
Admission dates and extra charges
The school is open all year round. Opening hours: Monday - Friday - from 8.00 to 17.00. Classes start every Monday.
Additional fees:
- Registration fee - 175 CAD;
- Residence fee - 230 CAD;
- Studying materials for 12 weeks - 50 CAD;
- Surcharge for tuition during the peak season;
- Surcharge for residence in the peak season;
- Transfer - from 150 CAD one way,
- Insurance, 12 months - from 59 CAD;
- The cost of the exams;
- Airtickets;
- Pocket money - from 155 euros / week.
Extras:
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 175 CAD
- Registration fee (for accommodation) 240 CAD
- High-Season Supplement 30 CAD
- Guardianship 80 CAD
- Study materials 95 CAD
- Express mail 100 CAD
- Transfer (one way) 170 CAD
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Eurocentres Vancouver Language School
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
