ESL
English as Second Language
English as a Second Language (ESL), is an English language learning program offered to non-native English speakers. Students can improve their English while learning about the culture and social activities of Canada.
ESL Program
Program Introduction
Vancouver Churchill College's ESL program consists of six courses designed to serve students of all levels, from beginning English speakers to advanced academic English speakers, providing them with the opportunity to gain specific knowledge and skills in preparation for the IELTS or similar language exams.
Students enter their first course of the program based on a diagnostic assessment and can move up to a higher course during the program duration.
Students are assessed prior to course-level placement and prior to progressing to the next level.
Learning outcomes
The intent of the program is to provide opportunities for students to upgrade their language skills in all four skill areas: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Two specific courses in the program offer an opportunity for students to gain specific knowledge and skills to attempt an IELTS exam or a similar large testing system.
Program Schedule
Total program
6 courses - 720 hours
A student program/enrollment may consist of two consecutive courses from six possible options (120 hrs per course X 2 courses = total 240 hours). Students can enroll in more than two courses if they choose.
Courses List
ESL elementary
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Level (equivalency): IELTS 2 to IELTS 3
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Institutional hours: 120 hours
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Delivery: online, in-class, combined
ESL pre- intermediate
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Level (equivalency): IELTS 3 to IELTS 4
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Institutional hours: 120 hours
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Delivery: online, in-class, combined
ESL intermediate
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Level (equivalency): IELTS 4 to IELTS 5
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Institutional hours: 120 hours
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Delivery: online, in-class, combined
ESL upper intermediate
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Level (equivalency): IELTS 5 to IELTS 6
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Institutional hours: 120 hours
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Delivery: online, in-class, combined
ESL Advanced (IELTS 5-6 Test Preparation)
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Level (equivalency): IELTS 5 to IELTS 6
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Institutional hours: 120 hours
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Delivery: online, in-class, combined
ESL Expert (IELTS 6+ Test Preparation)
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Level (equivalency): IELTS 6+
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Institutional hours: 120 hours
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Delivery: online, in-class, combined