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GENERAL ENGLISH & ELECTIVESTEST PREPARATIONUNIVERSITY PATHwAY PROGRAM BUSINESS ENGLISHHOME STUdY wORk ExPERIENCE PROGRAMSYOUNG LEARNERSTEACHER TRAINING offered by IH Career College

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about us2- International House Vancouver- Net Pacific Group- International House World Organisation- Mission Statement and Value Statement

general english program4- Daily Schedule- Required Levels

program options5- Time Schedule- Level System

examination classes6- Why choose IH Vancouver?- Required Levels- Time Schedule

career pathways8- Teacher Training - IH Career College (IHC in TESL, CELTA, IHC Online, ID TESOL, J-Shine)- Business English Diploma

pathway programs7- �e IH Vancouver Success Guarantee- Pathway Program Partner Schools- Process Chart- Program Overview

work experience10- Work placement service options- Visa Description- Required Levels- Program Options

young learners12- Homestay Programs (Summer & Winter)- Residential Program (Summer)- Children Adventure Camp (Summer)

accomodation | testimonials14

about vancouver15

- Homestay- Student House

other locations16- IH Whistler- IH San Diego

social programs9- Example Excursions- Sample Activity Schedule

home study8

table of contents

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about us

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Whistler

San Diego

Vancouver

value statementWe conduct ourselves ethically and with integrity.We respect individualism, cultural values and the personal growth of students and staff alike.We value harmony and cooperation while supporting each other’s creative energies and talents.

mission statementIH Vancouver provides high-quality, innovative language programs with an aim to improve the standard of language training in Canada.We achieve this with a student-centred approach to learning and with teachers who are well-trained, experienced and motivated.

World Organisation

International House Vancouver ince 1990, IH Vancouver has been offering the highest quality language programs to students from around the world. With a wide variety of programs and courses and an active social program, IH Vancouver is the ideal place to study. Come and experience Vancouver!

IH Vancouver is accredited and inspected regularly by Languages Canada.

With multiple locations in North America, IH allows you to study in different cities (Vancouver, Whistler or San Diego) with one registration fee. Experience the best the west coast of North America has to offer.

International House Vancouver is a member of the International House World Organisation, an educational trust founded in 1953 by John and Brita Haycraft. Their aim was to raise the standards of language teaching world-wide and this aim has remained central to the organization ever since.

Over fifty years later, the network of schools affiliated with International House has grown to over 150 and are located in more than 50 different countries, creating a truly unique, global organization. As opposed to a franchise, IH is organized as a charitable trust with member schools under supervision from IH headquarters in London. International House is committed to ensuring the highest levels of language training and the delivery of excellence both inside and outside the classroom.

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general english program

Daily Schedule CATEGORY

PERI

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REQUIRED LEVELSCOURSE NAME

General Integrated English

Focus on Speaking / Listening

Pre-Grammar

Grammar and Writing

Academic Writing

Listening Skills

Reading Skills

Pronunciation

Idiomatic English

English Through Media

Vocabulary for Business

Vocabulary and Speaking

Current Events

TOEFL/IELTS Oral Preparation

Survival English

City Talk

Resume Writing

TEOIC Preparation

Guided Conversation

ABC

D

E

E

E

E

E

E

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F

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F

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PERIOD E13:30 – 14:20

PERIOD A, B & C08:50 - 11:40

Pre-GrammarGrammar and Writing

Academic WritingListening SkillsReading SkillsPronunciation

IdiomsEnglish �rough Media

Vocabulary for BusinessVocabulary and Speaking

Current EventsIELTS Oral Preparation

Survival EnglishCity Talk

Resume WritingTEOIC Preparation

PERIOD F14:30 – 15:20

General English Integrated Skills

PERIOD D12:30 - 13:20

Focus on Speaking / Listening

Guided Conversation

PERIOD G15:30 – 16:20

IH Vancouver offers courses for students at all levels of English ability.

Our flexible schedule and wide variety of available classes lets students study exactly what they want in order to achieve their goals.

program options

Level System

Time ScheduleIHV-15Semi-Intensive AM

IHV-15Semi-Intensive PM

IHV-20Semi-Intensive Plus AM

IHV-20Semi-IntensivePlus PM

IHV-30Intensive

IHV-35Intensive Plus

Period A 08:50-09:40

LESSON PER WEEK 15 15 20 20 30 35

Period B 09:50-10:40

Period C 10:50-11:40

Period D 12:30-13:20

Period E 13:30-14:20

Period F 14:30-15:20

Period G 15:30-16:20

AMPM

IH VANCOUVER LEVEL

Beginner

Elementary

Pre-Intermediate A

Pre-Intermediate B

Pre-Intermediate Step

Lower Intermediate A

Lower Intermediate B

Lower Intermediate Step

Mid-Intermediate

Mid-Intermediate Step

Upper Intermediate

Upper Intermediate Step

Lower Advanced

Upper Advanced

CLB

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11

12

57

63

69

75

81

87-98

99-109

110-120

35

39

43

46

47-49

50-56

57-62

63-76

77+

TOEIC

360

420

480

550

600

650

700

750

800

900

950-990

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

DESCRIPTOR

Can interact in a simple way; asking and answering simple questions about topics close to them.

Can make simple transactions in shops, information kiosks, etc. and can handle short social exchanges.

Can manage simple, routine exchanges and can give and exchange information on familiar topics in predictable situations.

Can give a simple description or presentation on general daily topics.

Can express feelings in simple terms and can give extended descriptions on familiar topics.

Can generally follow main points of a discussion and express oneself comprehensibly with effort.

Can manage non-routine situations and can take initiative in interactions.

Can better manage and take an active part in discussions and can provide concrete information.

Can give clear descriptions, detailed instructions and interact with some confidence.

Can participate in discussion and provide relevant examples to support a point of view.

Can participate naturally and fluently in a discussion and has enough awareness to correct language if it causes misunderstanding.

Can give feedback and follow-up statements to develop discussions and can effectively use persuasive language to achieve goals.

Can produce clear, smoothly flowing and well-structured speech can logically connect their speech to maximize effectiveness.

Can convey finer shades of meaning and employ discoursal devices so that a listener is not aware of any problems in communication.

IHWOLEVEL

iBTTOEFL

PTEAcademicCEFR

A1

A2

B1

B2

C1

C2

IELTS

4.0

4.5

5.0

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0-7.5

8.0+

IH offers a wide range of courses and programs options with courses of 15, 20, 30 or 35 lessons per week.

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examination classes• Official, in-house examinations available for TOEIC, TOEFL, FCE, CAE & TkT• Bi-Weekly Start Dates• High Success Rate on all examinations• Instructors are experienced and trained in exam preparation• Regular, full-length practice tests• All skill areas covered for all examinations• Success guarantee for graduates of the IH Vancouver University Pathway Program

Required Levels

Time Schedule

TOEFL TOEIC IELTS FCE / CAE

Semi-IntensiveIHV-15 Semi-Intensive PlusIHV-20 IHV-30 Intensive IHV-35 Intensive Plus

Period A 08:50-09:40

Period B 09:50-10:40

Period C 10:50-11:40

Period D 12:30-13:20

Period E 13:30-14:20

Period F 14:30-15:20

Period G 15:30-16:20

AMPM

IHV-20

IHV-20

IHV-20

IHV-20

IHV-30

Elective Course

Elective Course

IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-35

IHV-20

IHV-20

IHV-20

IHV-20

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-35

IHV-20

IHV-20

IHV-20

IHV-20

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-30 IHV-35

IHV-35

TOEFL TOEIC IELTS BEC FCE CAEIH VANCOUVER LEVEL

Beginner

Elementary

Pre-Intermediate A

Pre-Intermediate B

Pre-Intermediate Step

Lower Intermediate A

Lower Intermediate B

Lower Intermediate Step

Mid-Intermediate

Mid-Intermediate Step

Upper Intermediate

Upper Intermediate Step

Lower Advanced

Upper Advanced

IH Vancouver for your examination course? Qualified and experienced instructors. Flexible start dates throughout the year High success rates on all examinations Excellent facilities and up to date resources Official examinations (except IELTS) may be taken in school

Why choose...

pathway programs

Pathway ProgramsFor students who want a more intensive way to study ESL.

- Pre-Pathway Program (suitable for Pre- and Low Intermediate Levels A1 to B1)- Pathway 1 (suitable for Mid Intermediate B1)- Pathway 2 (suitable for Upper Intermediate B2)

All Fast Track and Pathway Programs have additionalhomework and assignments, more stringent attendancerequirements and regular level tests.

The IH Vancouver Success Guarantee*Our Pathway program is the best choice for ESL students preparing for academic study. Students who successfully complete Pathway 3 with a 12-week follow-up in either the IH Vancouver TOEFL or IELTS classes who do not attain the required test score to enter the program of their choice, can continue studying at IH Vancouver for free until their target score has been attained.*(guarantee requires a minimum of 80% attendance in all Pathway, TOEFL or IELTS preparation classes and completion of the 2-week review unit after Pathway 3).

Pathway Program Partner Schools• Alexander College• Dorset College• Fairleigh Dickinson University• MTI Community College• Thompson Rivers University• Sprott Shaw College• University of Regina• Vancouver Film School• Vancouver Premier CollegeTransfer assistance to additional non-pathway partners

Content Reading Writing Speaking Listening

Fast Track 1+2

PP 1

PP 2

Bridge

People, Places, special events, current events

Read and respond to short texts

Build vocabulary

Improve grammar, vocabulary and sentence structure.

Write simple narrative and descriptive paragraphs on familiar topics.

Expand functional English.

Sustain communication on familiar topics.

Develop group work skills

Listen to a variety of conversations and short monologues.

Introduce note taking skills

Computers, Business, the Environment, Biology, Natural disasters

Read and respond to simplified academic texts

Build vocabulary

Develop paragraph writing skills.

Write process, definition, comparison/contrast, and description paragraphs.

Introduce essay writing

Make short presentations.

Develop group work skills

Listen to short lectures on familiar subjects.

Expand note taking skills.

Listen to conversations and discussions on academic oriented topics.

Computers, Business, Science, Chemistry

Campus tours and library orientations, Student success workshops, Final exam preparation and one-on-one tutorials

Read authentic and academic oriented material, business reports, journals.

Improve inferencing, critical thinking.

Learn about tone, style

Develop essay writing skills

Write cause-effect , comparison/contrast, argumentative essays or reports

Learn and apply research skills.

Improve presentation skills.

Lead a seminar and group discussion.

Listen to longer academic oriented lectures and improve note taking skills.

Listen to authentic materials from TV, the radio.

Academic and Language Skills

�e Pathway Program

PP 1 - 4 Modules - 8 Weeks Full-TimePassing Grade 75% on each module

PP 2 - 4 Modules - 8 Weeks Full-TimePassing Grade 75% on each module

• Students enter PP at their level of English ability. All students are tested upon arrival.

• Students must successfully complete all modules in each level prior to advancing.

• Students studying PP will develop their English skills as well as apply math, science, business, computing and

academic terminology in context.• Students will become more comfortable with North

American classroom requirements such as problem-based thinking and exam writing skills.• �e program is delivered jointly by IH Vancouver &

Kester Grant College at IH Vancouver.

�e PP Academic Pathway

Target Programs

12-week Intensive

Exam Preparation

TOEFL/IELTS Preparation

6-12 week “bridging”

course at partnering institutions

University Bridging Programs

Direct entry into

one of many Career Training

Institutes

Career Training Programs

College, University or Polytechnic Certificate, Diploma or Degree Programs (1-4 years)

Program Overview

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home study

Teacher Training offered by IH Career College“Leading the way in the training of language professionals”

Based on individual needs and goals, students are carefully matched with a highly qualified instructor with whom they live and study English intensively each day. This program is suitable for most ages and levels of English.• Live and study in your teacher’s home• Personally-tailored English lessons• Private and Semi-Private lessons available

Business English Diploma OptionsThe IH Vancouver Business English classes provide exposure to common business concepts and scenarios. Students can expect to study such business related themes and tasks as presentations, finance, report writing, attending meetings, telephone practice and more.

Business English classes at IH Vancouver are practical, comprehensive and a great way of preparing students to take a Cambridge ESOL BEC Examination. Official BEC examinations can be arranged through IH Vancouver.

• Daily practice teaching to real students• Trainee to trainer ratio of 6:1• Work placement assistance to qualified applicants

Complete details on all programs can be found atwww.tesl-vancouver.com

career pathways

小学校英語指導者認定協議会 (J-SHINE Org.)

CourseIHC in TESLCELTA

IHC OnlineID TESOLJ-Shine

Duration4 weeks4 weeks

open10 weeks4 weeks

Accepted/Recognized byIHWO, TESL Canada, Languages CanadaIHWO, TESL Canada, Languages Canada, Cambridge ESOLIHWO, TESL Canada, Languages CanadaIHWO, TESL Canada, Languages Canada

16 weeks successful completion of IHV Business English

Grade C or Higher on BEC Vantage(Cambridge) + 800 or be�er on TOEIC

16 week work placement in Customer Service & Retail Trade or Professional Internship

Grade C or Higher on Work Placement Research Project

CourseGeneral EnglishEnglish for Specific PurposesTest Preparation

15 hrs/wkYes

Yes

20 hrs/wkYesYesYes

25 hrs/wkYesYesYes

Example Excursions:• Rocky Mountains• Victoria• Whistler• Seattle• Wine Tours• Tofino• Whale Watching• Portland• Grouse Mountain• Yukon (Aurora Tours)• Whitewater Rafter• Skydiving• Bungee Jumping

Sample Activity Schedule:

IH Vancouver organizes a wide range of optional in-class, after school, evening and weekend activities. Students can participate in seasonal events such as skiing, snowboarding, skating, roller-blading and beach parties, sports clubs, cultural festivals and much more.

In addition to regular activities, a number of day and weekend excursions to popular destinations are available. Experience the best that western Canada has to offer at affordable, student rates.

For details on the excursions available during your time with us, please visit our partner website at www.westtrek.com

Week 1

Grouse Grind

Soccer

IMax

Night Club Party

IH BBQ Party

Whistler 2 DayAdventure

Week 3

Grouse Grind

Soccer

IMax

Night Club Party

IH BBQ Party

Rocky Mountain 4 Day Adventure

Week 2

Movie Night

Basketball

Mini Golf

Laser Tag

Half Day Adventure

Victoria Day Trip

Seattle Day Trip

Week 4

Movie Night

Basketball

Stanley Park Bike Tour

Paint Ball

Skit Contest

Vancouver Island4 Day Adventure

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

SUN

social programs

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work experience

Language acquisition is an important step in achieving your career goals. We offer a wide variety of work-related programs that provide real-world experience.All work experience programs consist of study at International House Vancouver and a work component. Many of our work placements utilize the services of Internex™ Internship Exchange, Canada’s leader in International student placement.

Visa Description

Required Levels

Open Working Holiday VisaFor students from Belgium, Chile, Costa Rica, Czech, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan and Ukraine

International Co-opFor students from Poland, Czech Republic, Chile, France, Germany, Latvia, Norway, Spain, Sweden & Switzerland.

C-30 VisaOpen to all participants eligible to attain a student visa and who undertake a relevant course of study and where the internship is not more than 50% of the total program of study. Can be used for unpaid internships or entry level tourism and hospitality internship placements.

Young ProfessionalsFor students from Austria, Chile, Czech Rep., France, Germany, Latvia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland.

*Each of the eligible visas has different requirements. Please check with a Canadian embassy or consulate in your country prior to applying.

TOEFL scoreTOEIC scoreIELTSCambridge ESOLIH Level

29

500

65

700

5.5

FCE

65

700

5.5

FCE

29

500

45

600

4.5

PET

29

500

29

500

ProfessionalInternship

CareerConnect™

Working Holiday

Ranchstay Work & Study72 weeks

Work & Study32 weeks

Work & Study40 weeks

Pre -Intermediate

Pre -Intermediate

Pre -Intermediate

Pre -Intermediate

CareerConnect™

CompletionLower -Intermediate

Mid -Intermediate

English for Hospitality

English for Retail Trade

Professional Intership

English for Hospitality or Business English for Customer Service• Paid job placement• Positions available in Vancouver, Whistler & Rocky Mountains• Multiple Placement Options available• Participants learn General English or Test Preparation in conjunction with CareerConnect, English for Hospitality or Business English• Programs available from 16 to 48 weeks

Professional Internships withCareerConnect™• Unpaid internships in professional fields• Multiple categories available• Professional growth & development

Ranchstay• Have the ultimate rural-Canadian experience on a farm or ranch• Improve your language skills while learning about life on a Canadian farm• Multiple placement types available

Volunteer Experience• Be a part of positive change and community growth• Meet new people and improve your language skills• Multiple categories/positions available

Complete details on all programs can be found at http://ihvancouver.com/main/frame.php?page=work.experience

Work placement service optionsBasic

PackageGold

PackagePremiumPackage

Services

*Guaranteed Work Placement

Assisted Work Placement

Self-Placement

Employer Follow-up

Work Placement Seminar

Resume Writing Workshop

Emergency Medical Interpreter

Complimentary Mail/Fax Service

Cultural Integration Assistance

24-hour Emergency Number

Travel Advice/Counselling

Free local calls at Vancouver/Whistler

Resume Proof-Reading

Access to the Internex Job Board

IH Business Cards

Interview Bootcamp

2 Consultation Interviews with Internex™ (Pre-Placement)*Subject to terms and conditions = available

English for Customer Service

VolunteerExperience

Ranchstay

STUDY

Straight ProgramProgram Options

WORK

STUDY STUDY

Sandwich Program

STUDY STUDY

Integrated ProgramWORK

WORK

Choose your Program of Study & Duration

Determine the type of Visa / Permit that you will need

Determine the Work Placement Service Option that you require

Contact IH Vancouver or an IH Vancouver authorized agent for registration

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young learnersInternational House Vancouver operates three separate programs: the Vancouver Junior Homestay Program in both winter and summer; the Children Adventure Program in summer; and the residential Junior Program at the campus of the University of British Columbia.

All of the Young Learner programs at International House Vancouver offer the opportunity to learn English in a natural and immersive setting. All English programs provide plenty of opportunities to practice the language in communicative and student-centred classes.

Winter Junior Program(Homestay)• December - February • ages 13-17

Summer Junior Program (Homestay)• July - August • ages 13-17

08:50 - 11:40

12:30 - 15:20

English Class English ClassWEEK 3

*All schedules subject to change.*Activities are subject to change.

Winter Junior Program Sample Calendar

08:50 - 11:40

12:30 - 15:20


Graduation Party*

Lunch Time - 11:40-12:30

Graduation Party*

08:50 - 11:40

12:30 - 15:20


Graduation Party*

08:50 - 11:40

12:30 - 15:20


Graduation Party*

08:50 - 11:40

12:30 - 15:20New Year's Day

Holiday

Full-DayActivity

Grouse Mt.andSkating

English Class Optional TripWhistler Skiing /

Snowboarding

Optional TripWhistler Skiing /

Snowboarding

Optional TripVictoria


WEEK 1

English Class Science World &Olympic Village

08:50 - 11:40

12:30 - 15:20


Full day ActivityGrouse

Mountain & Skating

Graduation Party*

08:50 - 11:40

12:30 - 15:20

English Class English Class Departure & End of

Program

WEEK 7

Graduation Party*

Testing and Orientation

English Class


English Class


English Class


English Class


English Class


English Class


English Class

English Class

English Class

English Class

English Class

English Class

Capilano Suspension

Bridge

UBC Tour & Museum of

Anthropology

Science World &Olympic Village

Snow Tubing

Full day ActivityBritannia Beach

MininingMuseum &

Lighthouse Park

Optional TripWhistler Skiing /

Snowboarding


MininingMuseum &

Lighthouse Park

Full day ActivityStanley Park &

Aquarium

Full day ActivitySteveston,Riverport

Skating

Full day ActivityCanada Place,

Gas town

Snow Tubing

Snow Shoeing

Optional TripVictoriaLunar

New Year's Eve

English Class

09:00 - 13:45

14:30 - 15:15

English ClassWEEK 3

*All schedules subject to change .*Activities are subject to change.

Summer Junior Program Sample Calendar

09:00 - 13:45

14:30 - 15:15


Graduation Party*

Lunch Time - 11:45-12:45Tuesday - English classes - 9:00-11:45 Lunch time- 12:45 -14:00 Activity - 14:00 to 18:00

Graduation Party*

09:00 - 13:45

14:30 - 15:15

English ClassWEEK 4

Graduation Party*

09:00 - 13:45

14:30 - 15:15


Graduation Party*

09:00 - 11:45

12:45 - 15:15Canada Day

Holiday

BC Day HolidayOptional Trip to

Fort Langley National Historic

Site

Optional TripWhistler




WEEK 1

Monday Tuesday Wednesday �ursday Friday Saturday

09:00 - 13:45

14:30 - 15:15

English Class

WEEK 6

Steveston Gulf of Georgia

Cannery andRiverport Bowling

09:00 - 13:45

14:30 - 15:15

Departure & End of

Program

WEEK 7

English Class



English Class


English Class


English Class


English Class


English Class

English Class

English Class

English ClassEnglish Class

English Class

English Class

English Class


Playland


Full day ActivityUBC Tour,

Museum of Anthropology

Tree Tops Adventure

Full day ActivityAquarium and

Stanley Park Hike

Full day ActivityPlayland


Museum andLighthouse Park

Go-Karting

English Class

Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge

English Class

Deer Lake

English Class

Harbour Centre LookoutGastown

English Class

Indoor Rock Climbing

English Class

Police Museum and

Olympic Village


Full day ActivityKitsilano Beach

BBQ, Sports and Games

Graduation Party

Kits Beach Sports & Activities

English Class

Summer Junior Program @ UBC(Residential)• July - August • ages : 9-17

Children’s Adventure Program(Family Program)• July - August • ages 5-12

Sample Activities at Vancouver:Pitch & Putt Golf, Granville Island, Stanley Park-Cycling, kitsilano Beach, Fort Langley, Museum of Anthropology, Vandeusen Gardens, English Bay, Metrotown, Science world, Vancouver Aquarium, Playland, Harbour Centre, whistler, Queen Elizabeth Park, Ice Skating, Splashdown Waterpark, Jericho Beach

09:00 - 11:45

12:45 - 15:15

WEEK 3

Children’s Adventure Program Sample Calendar

09:00 - 11:45

12:45 - 15:15

WEEK 2

09:00 - 11:45

12:45 - 15:15

WEEK 4

09:00 - 11:45

12:45 - 15:15

WEEK 5

09:00 - 11:45

12:45 - 15:15

Canada Day Holiday

WEEK 1

09:00 - 11:45

12:45 - 15:15

WEEK 6

09:00 - 11:45

12:45 - 15:15

WEEK 7

BC Day HolidayNo School


Monday Tuesday Wednesday �ursday Friday�eme

Canada

Community

Oceans

Rainforest

Our Earth

Space

�e Living World

Field Trip:Fort Langley &Derby Reach

Park

Field Trip:Indoor Rock Climbing &

Olympic Village

English Class English ClassField Trip:

Maplewood Farm

Field Trip:Splashdown

Waterpark


Vancouver Aquarium & Stanley Park

Field Trip:Playland

English Class English ClassField Trip:Capilano

Suspension Bridge

Field Trip:Granville Island

& Waterpark

English Class

English Class

English Class

English Class


Grouse Mountain

Field Trip:Vancouver Zoo


English Class

Field Trip:Space Centre

Field Trip:Science World

English Class English ClassField Trip:Honeybee

Centre

Field Trip:BBQ and Games

atKits Beach

*All schedules subject to change.*Activities are subject to change.

Lunch Time - 11:45-12:45

*All schedules subject to change.*Activities are subject to change.*Week '0' from June 23: Available upon request for groups of 10 or more

Summer Junior Program - UBCSample Calendar

Lunch Time - 12:45-14:00

8:45-12:45

14:00-18:00

19:00-21:00

Canada Day 'A' Activities

'B' Activities

SkatingJournal Club

MondaySunday TIME Tuesday Wednesday �ursday Friday Saturday

Placement Test-Classes

Graduation &'C' Activities

English Classes

Group Activities Pizza and Movie Night

Homework orJournal Club

BBQ and Karaoke

English Classes English Classes English ClassesAll Day

Excursion:Whistler

Arrival, Orientation

Campus Tour and Games

8:45-12:45

14:00-18:00

19:00-21:00

'A' Activities 'B' Activities

SwimmingJournal Club


Granville Island + Water Park

Graville Island + Scavenger Hunt


English Classes

Group Activities Pizza and Game Night


BBQ, campfire games/songs

Games/Converation Clubs

English Classes English Classes English Classes All DayExcursion:

Steveston andRiverport

Richmond

8:45-12:45

14:00-18:00

19:00-21:00


SkatingJournal Club



English Classes



BBQ and Barn Dance

English Classes English Classes English Classes

Games/Converation Clubs

8:45-12:45

14:00-18:00

19:00-21:00


SkatingJournal Club


Grouse Mountain


English Classes



BBQ and Karaoke


All DayExcursion:

Victoria

8:45-12:45

14:00-18:00

19:00-21:00

'B' ActivitiesDeer Lake

Canoeing /Boating

Rock Climbing Graduation &'C' Activities

English Classes

Group Activities Pizza and Game Night Goodbye Party BBQ Party

English Classes English Classes English Classes Final Day of Program

No activities

Check out of UBC

8:45-12:45

14:00-18:00

19:00-21:00





English Classes

Pizza and Game Night

BBQ,campfire song,

games


Games/Converation ClubsGroup Activities Homework or

Journal Club


Full Day Field Trip

Fort Langley English Bay

BC Day

Rope Way

Q. E. Park

JP @ UBC for ages 9-13TP @ UBC for ages 14-17

Farm tour

Stanley Park Cycling

All DayExcursion:

Splashdown Waterpark

Centennial Beach



All Day Excursion:

Metrotown Shopping



All Day Excursion:

Playland



All Day Excursion:

Metrotown Shopping



On Campus: Sports Day



All Day Excursion:Laser Tag &

ShoppingRichmond Oval

& Shopping

All DayExcursion:

Britannia Beach Mining Musuem and Lighthouse

Park

Lynn CanyonSuspension

Bridge

Vancouver Aquarium

Robson Street

Harbour Lookout,Canada Place,

GastownJericho Beach

Jericho Beach

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accommodation

testimonials

Student HouseThe student houses are approximately 20 minutes to the school by bus. Both private and shared (2 or 3 students per room) are available. The kitchen, bathroom and laundry facilities are shared in each house. Meals are not included.

Residential accommodation includes:• private/shared bedroom• shared bathroom• access to kitchen and laundry facilities• TV, telephone and internet access• individual study desk and closet

This is the best way to learn

English.

We get to talk a lot in the

classes and the teachers are

there to help and support us.

I really improved my

speaking at IH.

Marc Frei, SwitzerlandThe teachers were very

kind and great at

getting all of the students

involved in the class.

Rita Ho, Taiwan

I integrated very easily.

The atmosphere at the

school is very

welcoming.

I made many

friends easily here.

Sandra Mialet,

France

IH was the best place to

learn English!

The atmosphere was great and, because

I made friends from all over the world, I

improved my English naturally. I want to

recommend IH to everyone.

It is the best English school!

Ji Jun Oh, South Korea

The school is perfectly

located and the

surroundings are superb!

I had access to so many

great activities.

Livai Gilbert, France

The teachers andstaff were very kind and helpful, I loved it! They care about you a lot and I had a very happy time here at IH. The structure of the school is perfect!Eduardo Camargos, Brazil

IH has a very nice environment for anyone who wants to succeed with their studies. It provides the right balance between education and fun activities.

Faisal Gharamah, Saudi Arabia

You can make a lot of different

friends from different nationalities

here!. France, Germany, Taiwan,

Brazil,…so many I can’t name

them all here! IH is the best place to

make international friends!

Shizuka Akasaka,

Japan

HomestayIH Vancouver’s experienced and caring full time Housing director places students in safe, comfortable homes in pleasant neighborhoods. It takes approximately 20-40 minutes to get to and from the school by bus.Our Housing Director is available 24 hours a day to answer students questions and discuss their concerns.

Canadian hosts provide:• Full Board Homestay (breakfast, lunch and dinner)• Shared room options available• Private Bathroom options available• Dedicated study area • Shared bathroom, laundry facilities, telephone, TV, internet etc.• Warm, friendly atmosphere where students can practice English and experience Canadian culture.

about vancouver

Host City of the 2010 winter Olympics and consistently ranked by UNESCO as one of the top places in the world to live, Vancouver is a beautiful, safe and friendly city located between the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal Mountains. It has ideal conditions for a variety of outdoor activities such as swimming and hiking in the summer and skiing and snowboarding in the winter.

Cosmopolitan Vancouver has a great variety of multicultural events and venues, and some of the most beautiful, natural scenery in the world. with its mountains, lakes, parks and beaches, it is easy to forget that you are in a city!

Vancouver also enjoys one of Canada’s mildest climates. It is one of the few places in the world where you can go skiing, golfing and sailing on the same day.

Minutes from downtown Vancouver, IH Vancouver occupies an entire office building in Kitsilano, within walking distance to the Olympic Village, Granville Island, shops, restaurants and a short distance to kitsilano Beach and some of the finest accommodation offered in the city.

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Whistler, British ColumbiaWhistler, co-host of the 2010 Olympics Canada’s recreation capital. with more than 200 trails, 12 alpine bowls, 33 lifts and 3000 hectares of skiable terrain, it is paradise for skiers, snowboarders and winter sport enthusiasts.

whistler is far more than a winter resort. Endless trails and lakes are yours to explore on foot or bicycle in summer. Whistler also boasts the world’s largest downhill mountain bike park. Other summer activities include fishing, golf, camping, rock climbing, skateboarding and bungee jumping. Although whistler is a town of only 10,000 inhabitants, its nightlife and international atmosphere rivals that of a large city.

IH Whistler is like a big family. You feel very welcome from the first day.The time here was so much fun and I’m sure I’ll come back one day.

Katrin, Germany

International House Whistler offers:• General English Classes• FCE Preparation• Work & Study• Homestay & Student Houses• Programs for Adults & Juniors• CORE Camps for Snowboarding, Ski & Mountain Bike• Daily Activities• Friendly Atmosphere

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Seasonal Activity Program List

Summer EnglishClasses in the summer provide students with a combination of General English skills such as speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and pronunciation. Classes are often outdoors where our trained staff will improve your speaking skills by using nature as a classroom, discussing such topics as the environment, forestry, Global warming and native culture.Students may choose a full time (25 hours per week) or part time (15 hours per week) schedule.

Winter EnglishOur unique “flip flop” schedule, with classes in the mornings and afternoons, give our students the opportunity to enjoy skiing and snowboarding without compromising their academic studies. Extra tutorials are available for more intensive study. And students can work on specific needs with their teachers in a smaller group setting.

For more information,

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International House San Diego offers:

• General English & Electives• Test Preparation• Teacher Training• Junior Programs

San Diego, CaliforniaSan diego, a vibrant city located on the beautifulSouthern California coast with an idyllic climateand pristine beaches, is known as ‘America’s FinestCity’. With its proximity to the Pacific Ocean,mountains, deserts, and natural reserves, recreationalopportunities including surfing, sailing, golfing,hiking, and mountain climbing abound in the Sandiego area year round.

San Diego is America’s eighth largest city but enjoysthe friendliness, hospitality and safety of a muchsmaller city. The world famous San Diego Zoo,Sea world, wild Animal Park, Balboa Park, BirchAquarium, and other attractions make San diego oneof the most alluring tourist destinations in the world.

otherlocations

The school is located in the “Fashion Valley”area of San diego featuring a wide range of shopping, dining and entertainment options.

It’s only minutes away from a trolley stop andbus routes to every part of the city. with a wide variety of courses and an active social program, IH San diego is the ideal place to learn English while having a fun and memorable experience. Our professional staff will ensure that you receive individual attention throughout your stay. At IH San diego, our Summer English program is 12 months long!

Test Preparation• TOEFL • TOEIC• IELTS • Cambridge FCE/CAE

For more information,

www.ihsandiego.com

“IH SD is the best place to learn English! The teachers and staff are wonderful! I will always remember my time here.”

Stephany - Brazil

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