inlingua Vancouver

LEVEL 2A - Intermediate (English 2, step 1)
Gastown
LEVEL 3A - Upper Intermediate (English 3, step 1)
Gastown
LEVEL 3B - Upper Intermediate (English 3, step 2)
Granville
LEVEL 4A - Advanced
Granville
LEVEL 4B - Advanced
Granville
iBT-Internet Based
test
FCE
First Certificate in
English
CAE
Certificate in
Advanced English
iBUS
inlingua Business
English
4A / 4B - Advanced
2B
3A
3B
4A
4B
5A
Levels 5A and 5B will not open this session and will
be replaced by UPC or test preparation courses
IELTS 6.5 Advanced - step 1 (full time course)
Next course starts on Dec 23, 2014
Next course starts on Dec 23, 2014
The IELTS 6.5 complete program lasts 12 weeks (maximum of 16 weeks). It is a full time program for very serious
students. The program is divided into 2 courses, Step 1 and Step 2. // For the Step 1 course - Duration 8 weeks (two
sessions of 4 weeks). In the Step 1 course, students are introduced to the IELTS tests, its two different versions
(Academic or General Training) and its four sections (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking). There are practice tests
every week. Students progress at a steady pace. Some students will be ready for the next course after 4 weeks, others
after 8 weeks. This is a pre-requisite for IELTS step 2.
IELTS 6.5 Advanced - step 2 (full time course)
From 9:00
am to 2:30
pm
From 9:00
am to 2:30
pm
From 9:00
am to 2:30
pm
From 9:00
am to 2:30
pm
5A
5B
after
IELTS
step 1
4A
4B
5A
5B
3B
4A
4B
5A
5B
4A
4B
5A
5B
4A
4B
5A
5B
This course is closed now.
Next course starts on Jan 5, 2015
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English is a preparation course in the Advance level. Choose CAE if you want to
reach a level of English that is adequate for most purposes, including social and professional situations, and in higher
education. CAE recognises the ability to communicate with confidence in English and deal with most aspects of
everyday life. It is accepted by many Canadian universities. This is a 10/13-week program that includes the real exam
at the end.
BUSINESS ENGLISH COURSE (full time course)
From 9:00
am to 2:30
pm
4A
4B
This course is closed now.
Next course starts on Jan 5, 2015
Cambridge First Certificate in English is a preparation course in the Upper Intermediate level. It is the most popular
certificate of English in Europe and is widely accepted in both the business and academic world to demonstrate
language proficiency. To be successful, you should possess a wide range of vocabulary, and be able to construct an
argument and use appropriate communication styles in a variety of situations. This is a 10/13-week program that
includes the real exam at the end.
CAMBRIDGE CAE preparation course (full time course)
From 9:00
am to 2:30
pm
Next course starts on Dec 23, 2014
Are you interested in improving your English? Do you want to advance your career? Take this 12-week course that will
prepare you for the TOEFL iBT exam. In the course you will practice the integrated skills and take sample tests in the
computer lab. The course covers all the skills: Academic Writing, Speaking, Reading and Listening. inlingua Vancouver
is an official TOEFL iBT testing centre. This is a 12-week program that you can take also in 4-week modules.
CAMBRIDGE FCE preparation course (full time course)
From 9:00
am to 2:30
pm
Next course starts on Dec 23, 2014
after completion of IELTS step 1
For the Step 2 course - Duration 8 weeks (two sessions of 4 weeks). In the Step 2 course, students continue to take
practice tests every week and progress at a steady pace. Focus of the class is on the Academic version of the IELTS
test. Students who complete the course successfully and for 8 weeks are guaranteed a minimumoverall band score of
6.5 in the official IELTS test (Academic or General Training). Students need to take IELTS step 1 first in order to learn
about the test sections.
TOEFL iBT preparation course (full time course)
5B
4B / 5A / 5B /IELTS step 1 /
CAE / TOEFL
UNIVERSITY PREPARATION COURSE (full time course)
The UPC will allow you to learn English and acquire all the necessary skills to be accepted and succeed in a university
or college. You will work hard on the 4 integrated skills: speaking , listening, reading and writing. You will learn
Academic English skills (lecture comprehension, note-taking, research, academic discussions, academic vocabulary.
You will get ready for academic success in university / college. This is a 12-week program.
You need to reach the advanced level before starting the UPC University Preparation Course (you need to complete
one of the following courses: Level 4B, IELTS 6.5, TOEFL, CAMBRIDGE CAE).
5A / 5B - Advanced plus
3A / 3B - Upper
Intermediate
2A / 2B - Intermediate
TIME
1 A / 1B - Beginner
1B
Mon - Fri
9:00 am to
12:00 pm
Granville
TOEFL
Tue, Thu,
Fri: 9:00 am
to 12:00 pm
Granville or Gastown
Academic Preparation
Course - step 2
1A
2A
Mon, Wed:
9:00 am to
2:30 pm
Granville
IELTS
Gastown
Granville
Academic Preparation
Course - step 1
Mon - Fri:
9:00 am to
2:30 pm
Granville
IELTS
Gastown
LEVEL 2B - Intermediate (English 2, step 2)
LEVEL 5B - Advanced
University Preparation
Course
New levels every 4 weeks
Intakes every Monday
LEVEL 1B - Beginner (English 1, step 2)
LEVEL 5A - Advanced
UPC
Gastown
Granville
Lessons
LEVEL 1A - Beginner (English 1, step 1)
Granville
inlingua
CAMPUS (in
downtown
Vancouver)
List of levels and programs
23-Dec-14
LEVEL
Next course starts on Dec 23, 2014
APP 3B will be offered this session
Expand your skills, move up the corporate ladder, change careers or just improve your English - You will understand the
world of business and acquire the skills required in the global market. For levels 3B and higher. Materials: inlingua APP
books, Market Leader books and inlingua business module books. Start dates every 4 weeks, on major intake dates.
This program can be taken for 4, or 8 weeks. Topics include: Resume writing, Job Interviews, Human Resources,
Tourism, Presentations, Meetings, Cultural Relations and Marketing.
3B
For students in Intermediate levels (2A / 2B)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Gastown
2A
2B
Gastown
2A
2B
Gastown
2A
2B
Gastown
2B
3A
Gastown
2B
3A
Gastown
Speaking & Listening
This class has a strong focus on speaking using various topics and materials that engage students in discussion, stating
opinions, agreeing & disagreeing and describing, using task vocabulary related to the topic. Topics will be presented
through different listening resources such as TV shows, films, internet and/or audio CD’s. Students will work on
developing active listening skills and how to start, continue and end a conversation.
2B
3A
Developing Writing Skills
Writing in English is just as important as being able to speak in English. Students who need to improve their writing skills
will practice many different aspects of writing in this class. From sentence structure to paragraphs to short essays,
students will learn about the proper structure of both informal and formal writing. This is an excellent class to take if
students are later interested in studying any of the exam courses - IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge FCE or CAE - Business
English or the UPC course.
Brush Up
This class is for students who have a reasonable knowledge of English, but who need to review selected basic
structures. The course provides concise review of essential language from Level 1A-2A of inlingua’s general and
professional programs. A strong grammar focus is included in the course using various themes and topics in which to
apply different grammar tenses and refreshing such functional skills as meeting people, planning a trip, making
arrangements, predictions and decision-making.
For students in Intermediate / Upper Intermediate levels (2B / 3A)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Amazing Listening
This class is about putting your skills to the test. This class uses music, videos, TV shows and other realia to challenge
student’s listening abilities and stimulate conversation. The class helps students cope with real life situations where they
will not get more than two or three chances to listen and understand. Over the term, the pace of speech students listen
to will increase as the listening materials begin to increase in difficulty.
Slang & Idioms
Expressions used in spoken English can sometimes have a very different meaning from what it seems. However, they
are used every day in informal and casual situations. Understanding and knowing when to use them will help students
sound more like native speakers. Idioms are a very important part of the English language, especially in social settings.
This class covers both slang and idioms that are useful when communicating with English speakers and help to
understand movies, television shows and music. You will learn and use new idioms and slang in conversations and
discussions.
Grammar Plus
This course teaches / refreshes basic English skills. Learners with basic knowledge in English are able to learn / review
basic grammatical structures and basic vocabulary. These areas have often become passive and can be activated and
practiced in this class. Do a lot of practice exercises plus use the new grammar to speak about interesting and exciting
things. Join this class if you want to speak English correctly and fluently.
For students in Upper Intermediate level (3A Gastown campus)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Students will improve their communication and language skills through discussions, relative vocabulary building,
consistent error correction and literature. This is achieved through an extensive amount of group and pair work in which
students are encouraged to share their opinions and expand their vocabulary. It includes grammar practice and targets
all of the common problems students face when trying to communicate effectively. Students also do listening exercises
where they will be put in groups to answer questions, learn new vocabulary and problem solve. Students are often
expected to do the short readings or written assignments for homework.
Gastown
Fluency & Accuracy I
3A
4A / 4B - Advanced
5A / 5B - Advanced plus
2A / 2B - Intermediate
1 A / 1B - Beginner
From 2:40 to 4:00 PM
From 1:00 to 2:30 PM
Gastown campus
CAMPUS
1:00 pm
23-Dec-14
Elective Lessons at
3A / 3B - Upper
Intermediate
LEVEL
TIME
4A / 4B - Advanced
5A / 5B - Advanced plus
3A / 3B - Upper
Intermediate
2A / 2B - Intermediate
LEVEL
1 A / 1B - Beginner
From 2:40 to 4:00 PM
Granville campus
From 1:00 to 2:30 PM
1:00 pm
CAMPUS
Elective Lessons at
23-Dec-14
TIME
For students in Upper Intermediate level (3B Granville campus)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Granville
3B
Granville
3B
Granville
Interested in what’s happening in the world today? Do you follow the news, read the newspaper, check the internet for
the latest stories in your country and around the world? This class focuses on using current event topics to engage
students in discussions and debates. Students will learn new vocabulary related to the topics and be able to practice
different ways of expressing their thoughts, ideas, opinions as well as agreeing or disagreeing. This class provides the
next step in communication skills and is an excellent class to take if students wish to take any of the exam courses IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge FCE or CAE - Business English or the UPC course.
3A
3B
Granville
Discussions & Debates
3B
Academic Reading & Writing I
This course is designed to give students the skills they require to express themselves formally and prepare for future
academic studies, work in Canada or life abroad. Students learn to skim materials, increase their active vocabulary and
improve their comprehension of written materials. The course also provides students with the tools to move from simple
sentence structure to forming paragraphs. Students are introduced to literature from a variety of sources including
magazines, editorials, internet, textbooks and short stories. Students also have opportunities to engage in discussions
and experiment with new vocabulary and express themselves orally as well..
Pronunciation
Do you want to sound like a native? This class will correct your pronunciation of both vowels and consonants in English,
and also teach you the rhythm and stress in words and sentences. Students will learn basic rhythm rules, weak sounds,
linking, special intonation, and the proper use of contractions. Classes include reading out loud to isolate and practice
problem sounds.
Fluency & Accuracy I
Students will improve their communication and language skills through discussions, relative vocabulary building,
consistent error correction and literature. This is achieved through an extensive amount of group and pair work in which
students are encouraged to share their opinions and expand their vocabulary. It includes grammar practice and targets
all of the common problems students face when trying to communicate effectively. Students also do listening exercises
where they will be put in groups to answer questions, learn new vocabulary and problem solve. Students are often
expected to do the short readings or written assignments for homework.
Note: This session, students in level 3A will study at Gastown campus. If they choose the elective Pronunciation, they will need to walk to the Granville campus.
For students in Advanced levels (4A / 4B / 5A / 5B)
From Monday to Thursday, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Granville
4A
4B
5A
5B
Granville
A challenging course that is designed to improve your reading comprehension and academic writing skills. There is a
strong focus on vocabulary and structure through reading / writing tests taken from a variety of sources including SAT,
TOEFL and IELTS. The students are provided with the necessary skill sets to undertake challenging readings and
express complex ideas in writing and speaking. This course is ideal for anyone taking a standardized test, planning to
live or work in Canada, or for those planning to pursue post-secondary education in an English-speaking University or
College.
4A
4B
5A
5B
Granville
Academic English I
4A
4B
5A
5B
Academic Reading & Writing II
This course is designed to give students the skills they require to express themselves formally and prepare for future
academic studies, work in Canada or life abroad. Students learn to skim materials, increase their active vocabulary and
improve their comprehension of written materials. The course also provides students with the tools to move from simple
sentence structure to forming paragraphs. Students are introduced to literature from a variety of sources including
magazines, editorials, internet, textbooks and short stories. Students also have opportunities to engage in discussions
based on the chosen literature which allows them to experiment with new vocabulary and express themselves orally as
Fluency & Accuracy II
A continuation of Fluency & Accuracy I, this class provides students at the advanced levels with the opportunity to take
their communication abilities to the highest level. Focusing on current, “in-the-now” topics such as world news, politics,
future innovations and more, students will learn new vocabulary, complex grammar structures and proficient
communication skills using materials such as magazine articles, newspapers and internet news videos.
4A / 4B - Advanced
3A
3B
4A
4B
5A
5B
3A
3B
2A
2B
3A
3B
2A
2B
3A
1 A / 1B - Beginner
2A
2B
From 2:40 to 4:00 PM
3A
From 1:00 to 2:30 PM
2A
2B
CAMPUS
3A / 3B - Upper
Intermediate
5A
5B
2A / 2B - Intermediate
4A
4B
Gastown and Granville
3B
Gastown
5A
5B
3A
3B
Gastown and Granville
4A
4B
2A
2B
Gastown
Gastown campus / Granville campus
Gastown
2:40 pm
23-Dec-14
Lessons at
5A / 5B - Advanced plus
LEVEL
TIME
For students in all levels, from Beginner to Advanced (1A to 5B)
From Monday to Thursday, from 2:40 to 4:00 pm
Speaking & Listening
Students will focus more specifically on speaking and listening skills as well as incorporate new vocabulary. They will
build their communication skills for the real-world through a variety of exercises including free-style discussion, guided
discussions, error correction, sentence structure, and using vocabulary in context. Students will also further develop
their listening skills through the use of recordings, videos, songs, and movies.
Pronunciation (intermediate / upper intermediate)
Do you want to sound like a native? This class will correct your pronunciation of both vowels and consonants in English,
and also teach you the rhythm and stress in words and sentences. Students will learn basic rhythm rules, weak sounds,
linking, special intonation, and the proper use of contractions. Classes include reading out loud to isolate and practice
problem sounds.
Fluency & Accuracy (intermediate / upper intermediate / advanced)
Improve your communication and grammar skills through discussions, relative vocabulary building, consistent error
correction and reading. Group and pair work is common. Students are encouraged to share their opinions and expand
their vocabulary. Students also do listening exercises, learn new vocabulary and problem solve. Students are often
expected to do the short readings or written assignments for homework.
English for Work
This program is for all students in our study and work programs - DIY, CWE, CDP, CPP, SIP. It covers very well the
customer service industry. Topics covered in class: Resume Writing, Interview skills, Dealing with customer complaints,
Role plays, How to offer extra service to customers and make more tips, Make small talk, Offer information regarding
products/ingredients, Make recommendations, Introduction to fair labour practices and employee rights. The instructor
will also provide tips about Vancouver’s employment opportunities.
Reading & Writing (intermediate)
This course is designed to give students the skills they require to express themselves formally and prepare for future
academic studies, work in Canada or life abroad. Students learn to skim materials, increase their active vocabulary and
improve their comprehension of written materials. The course also provides students with the tools to move from simple
sentence structure to forming paragraphs. Students are introduced to literature from a variety of sources and engage in
discussions.
inlingua Online Learning - iOL
iOL - inlingua Online Learning is a flexible system that complements inlingua regular lessons. Students can use the
system at their own pace and contact the online teacher for support. It includes a wide range of grammar, reading and
listening exercises. Students can check their answers automatically. Students can use inlingua online Learning
software from any computer, tablet or smart phone at any time.
Students can upgrade their program of study if they want to take additional lessons in the morning or in the afternoon
Gastown and Granville
Gastown and Granville
Semi Private Lessons
In small groups of 2 to 6 students, students review grammar and vocabulary that they have already been introduced to
and some new ideas. These lessons contain a specific topic or focus as well as specific vocabulary and grammar
structures but are not as structured as the inlingua morning lessons. Various materials and approaches are used to
promote participation and improvement. These lessons provide a more relaxed environment and students can receive
more attention from the teacher.
Granville
Academic English
This course has been designed for high intermediate to advanced students who are hoping to become more fluent and
comfortable speaking about current issues in English. The primary focus is on vocabulary, short readings and
discussions. Through web-based media, newspapers and television, students will improve both their reading
comprehension skills as well as their oral communications skills in an interactive environment.
1A
1B
2A
2B
Study Anytime. Receive feedback,
counselling and help online, from an
inlingua instructor.