English as a Second Language (ESL) Program
- Burnaby, Canada
- Vancouver, Canada
Course
DURATION
7 weeks
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: Alexander College's ESL programme was created from student feedback for beginner to intermediate learners. It focuses on fundamental learning outcomes through interactive activities and clear objectives. Students receive free weekly certification tutorials, free academic advising in multiple languages, free tutoring, international student advising, transfer pathways with transferable credits, and workshops that support academic skills and a Canadian college experience. Keywords: ESL, English language learning, EAL, language proficiency, academic pathways and progression.
Career Outcomes: You can continue to higher study or enter English-focused roles. Potential careers include teaching assistant, customer service representative, administrative assistant, international student support officer, and pathways into university degrees.
Our ESL program was developed by listening valuable feedbacks to our students whose first language is not English. It was specifically designed for beginner to intermediate-level students, and they can see the fundamental learning outcomes and bring the English language to life through the creation of an interactive learning experience.
Why Study ESL at Alexander College?
- Free weekly certification tutorials
- Free academic advising support in a variety of languages
- Academic pathways to higher education with variety of transferable courses
- Free tutoring services
- International Student Advising Services
- Various academic support, such as workshops
- Truly Canadian college experience
ESL Levels and Duration
There are 6 levels of ESL at AC. Each ESL level involves a 7-week program of 20 hours per week of study.
- English Foundations I - EASL 068
- English Foundations II - EASL 069
- Beginner I - EASL 078
- Beginner II - EASL 079
- Intermediate I - EASL 088
- Intermediate II - EASL 089
Our ESL program helps students build confidence in English. With our experience as a post-secondary school, we noticed that language learners tend to judge their language acquisition based on their speaking progression. Therefore, this program aims to increase a student’s confidence in English through a personalized and creative learning experience by addressing and focusing on common learner errors, real-world situation, and active participation.
