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Sprott Shaw Language College (SSLC) - Vancouver About the
At Sprott Shaw Language College, we want to put you on the path to greatness. Our primary goal at SSLC is to open your world to endless possibilities. We take great pride in serving as your educator, mentor, and adviser.
SSLC was founded to amplify and expand the opportunities you have in life. At our core, we are educators. Nothing makes us happier than to see our students progress and develop personally.
The courses at SSLC were designed to be convenient options for everyone. From beginners to professional employees, SSLC has pathways for anyone who wishes to improve their English language skills.
Sprott Shaw Language College (SSLC) - Vancouver About the
EPE is an intensive academic preparation program for those who wish to enter a post-secondary institution (university or college) or study academic English. Our EPE program not only lets you bypass taking an official English test with many of our partners, but it also prepares you to be successful once you start your college or university journey.
Focus on developing different skills independently at various class levels, according to students’ individual skill levels (flexible level system).
Curriculum : 9:00-10:00 Grammar
10:00-11:00 Listening
11:00-12:00 Reading & Writing
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-2:00 Pronunciation
2:00-3:00 Communication
Depending on your level, may include: Vocabulary - The Essentials, Everyday Basics, Debating Hot Topics, Purposeful Speech, Building Blocks of Academic Vocabulary
Focus on developing different skills independently at various class levels, according to students’ individual skill levels (flexible level system).
Curriculum : 9:00-10:00 Grammar
10:00-11:00 Listening
11:00-12:00 Reading & Writing
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-2:00 Pronunciation
2:00-3:00 Communication
Depending on your level, may include: Vocabulary - The Essentials, Everyday Basics, Debating Hot Topics, Purposeful Speech, Building Blocks of Academic Vocabulary
Focus of Study : EPE is an intensive academic preparation program for those who wish to enter a post-secondary institution (university or college) or study academic English. Our EPE program not only lets you bypass taking an official English test with many of our partners, but it also prepares you to be successful once you start your college or university journey.
Benefit, Goal of this course : - No IELTS, TOEFL® or any other official test score needed to gain entry into selected colleges and universities affiliated with SSLC.
- Academic learning and intensive reading and writing practice, including paraphrasing, summarizing and researching.
- Important skills for academic preparation covering all areas reading, writing, speaking, vocabulary, study skills, and note-taking. Wide variety of college-level curriculum topics covered in each module.
- Feedback, monthly tests, and academic counseling to evaluate student progress.
- Monthly school tours and information sessions with a variety of universities and colleges.
Curriculum : Monday to Thursday – 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Focus of Study : EPE is an intensive academic preparation program for those who wish to enter a post-secondary institution (university or college) or study academic English. Our EPE program not only lets you bypass taking an official English test with many of our partners, but it also prepares you to be successful once you start your college or university journey.
Benefit, Goal of this course : - No IELTS, TOEFL® or any other official test score needed to gain entry into selected colleges and universities affiliated with SSLC.
- Academic learning and intensive reading and writing practice, including paraphrasing, summarizing and researching.
- Important skills for academic preparation covering all areas reading, writing, speaking, vocabulary, study skills, and note-taking. Wide variety of college-level curriculum topics covered in each module.
- Feedback, monthly tests, and academic counseling to evaluate student progress.
- Monthly school tours and information sessions with a variety of universities and colleges.
Curriculum : Monday to Thursday – 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Friday 9:00am to 2:30pm
Classroom Hour :
26.5 hours per week
Course Information
Class size
15 Students
Schedule
4, 8, 12 Weeks
VISA Info
Acceptance letter issue
Minimum age
18
Accommodation
Homestay, Off-campus Residence
Qualification
Students must have either:
- TOEFL iTB® 61
- TOEIC® 650
- IELTS 5.5 overall (with writing 5.5)
- Completed SSLC Level 4
- Any recognized International English language equivalency test score or a pass on our Entrance Exam.
An interview and essay are required.
Course Schedule
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* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
There are two options available; Student residence and homestay.
Surrounding Area
Vancouver offers you one of the most incredible locations to study the English language. Why not study English in British Columbia’s largest west coast city? When you begin classes at the Sprott Shaw Language College – SSLC Vancouver, you will be but a stone’s throw away from endless culture, heritage and community events.
The sheer diversity of people and languages are spoken within Vancouver is amazing. Join the incredible melting pot of ideas, philosophies, perspectives and ideologies that we call British Columbia. As a certified and accredited English language institution, SSLC offers you the chance to study English with a world-class curriculum in a first-class location.
Activity
What is learning English without some fun? SSLC has activity coordinators at each of our campuses. We offer both weekday and weekend events, day trips and overnight excursions, as well as academic and fun outings.
Why join an activity? First of all, it is a great way to make friends. Second, it will help you learn more about Canada. Third, and maybe most important, it will help you continue learning English in a fun and relaxed environment!
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