The University of British Columbia (UBC) is one of the largest and most highly rated universities in Canada. The 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 led 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$)
Intensive English Program - 16 weeks
Multiple
Varies
3
16
28
6,025
Intensive English Program - 8 weeks
Multiple
Varies
4
8
28
3,328
English for the Global Citizen - Full Time/Part Time
Multiple
Varies
4
3 - 4
18 - 27
1,195- 2,223
English for Business Communication
July 2, 2013
Intermediate
1
3
27
1,663
English for English Teachers
July 22, 2013
Advanced
1
3
27
1,663
English and University Culture
Multiple
Intermediate
2
6
27
3,325
Summer Institute on Speaking Clearly
TBA
Advanced
1
1
15
500
Specialized Accreditation
Languages Canada
Program Options
Business English Programs
Conversational English Programs Custom English Programs for Groups English for Specific Purposes English for the Workplace English Proficiency Preparation (TOEFL/TOEIC/IELTS) Integrated English Programs (Read, Write, Listen, Speak) University/College Preparation
The ELI is located on the Vancouver campus of UBC. Students have access to 11 libraries, the Student Union Building, athletic facilities, intramural sports, museums, restaurants, campus wide wireless internet, and more. In the ELI building, students have access to 3 computer labs, the Student Study Centre, and Student Lounge.
Program/Centre Name: English Language Institute
Organization Name: University of British Columbia, The # ESL Programs Offered/Year: 14 # ESL Students/Year: 1,500 Application Fee (C$): 150 Age of Students: 17 - 50 Class Size: 10 - 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: After School/Weekend Programs Computer Labs Conversation Workshops ESL Library Language Labs Language Testing and Placement
Other Support: Activities, Events, and Field Trips (Day, Weekend, Semester Break Trips) Conditional Admission to Degree/Diploma Programs Counselling, Buddy Programs, and Peer Programs Orientation 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: 1 Campus Setting (Main Campus): Urban
Nearest City (Main Campus): Vancouver City Population: 2,300,000 Cost of Living: High Climate Range: 0 °C to 28 °C # ESL Programs Offered/Year: 14 # ESL Students/Year: 1,500 # Countries of Origin: 31 or more
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