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Kaplan International English Vancouver is located in the vibrant city center. It is a well-established school with 24 years of history. The school is a block away from shopping on Robson Street and a 15-minute walk from the beach.
Kaplan International English Vancouver is located in the heart of the city in a very fashionable shopping district with some of the world’s most exclusive brands, and is two blocks from the main Skytrain station.
Kaplan International English Vancouver school is accredited by Languages Canada and holds a Designation Certificate from the Private Training Institutions Branch.
Here are some more reasons, why to choose Kaplan International English Vancouver:
• interactive whiteboards are able to incorporate various media forms like video and audio;
• the multimedia center is equipped with computers, plus a vast collection of learning materials and software;
• Vancouver’s library is just a 10 minute walk from the school;
• includes plenty of space to lounge, plus a WiFi and large TVs, and an e-bulletin board to keep up with school events;
• own advanced K+ blended learning system;
• school has a range or courses available, including Intensive English courses, Business English courses, and exam preparation courses;
• choose your ideal course length, from a minimum of 2 weeks;
• experience local life by staying with a host family, or enjoy the independence of sharing a student residence with other Kaplan students.
Take advantage of its distinctive and varied multicultural food scene and wide range of activities: ski in the winter, or hike, sail, and swim in the summer.
Vacation English courses focus on giving you the communication skills you need to sightsee and discover a new English speaking location. Learn the grammar and vocabulary you need to feel comfortable while traveling.
Take lessons for 3 hours per day, 5 times per week. All of our schools offer an extensive activities program to allow you to enjoy your time abroad, or choose to explore on your own.
This course is ideal if you want plenty of time off from your studies to enjoy your time away from home. Courses start every Monday in most of our locations worldwide, and we accept students at any level of English proficiency.
45 minute lessons for a minimum of 2 weeks.
20 lessons of General English:
Focus on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking. These courses offer a semi-intensive English education that will help you learn quickly and effectively.
Intensive English Courses focus on allowing you to quickly achieve English fluency and to learn grammar and vocabulary that will be useful in every day English.
You will also take additional classes of your choice to practice specific skills such as Business English lessons, which may include the following subjects: Communication in the workplace, participation in meetings, writing skills in business situations and interview techniques.
There is also the option to take specific skills lessons in IELTS or TOEFL to prepare you for future exams.
Program structure:
• 20 Lessons of General English:
Focus on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking;
• 8 Lessons of Specific Skills:
Customize your course: Choose lessons on English for Business, Local Culture, Current Affairs and Film Studies, among others. Options differ according to your school of choice. Our Student Advisors will help you choose and you can change lessons during your course;
• 7 sessions of K+ TOOLS, K+EXTRA and K+ CLUBS:
Self-study time with access to exclusive materials and resources along with personalised sessions for you study the areas you most need help with, including exam techniques and study group work.
General English Course focuses on allowing you to achieve English fluency at a semi-intensive speed that you will feel comfortable with.
The courses focus on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking. You’ll also learn vocabulary and grammar, and how to speak in formal and informal discussions, interviews and strategies.
Program structure per week:
• 20 Lessons of General English;
English for Business course is designed to build your English language skills to communicate effectively in business contexts, improving your employability and job prospects in your home country.
This course combines improving your general English ability with taking focused lessons on business skills.
Practice workplace communication techniques in English, learn how to participate in meetings and interviews, and acquire business writing skills. You can combine English courses with specialized business lessons of your choice, or with our Practical Business English service in the U.S.
Minimum level of English - from Higher Intermediate to Advanced.
Course structure(per week):
• 20 lessons (15 hours) of General English: focus on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening, and speaking;
• 8 lessons (6 hours) of Business English: business-specific lessons that teach vocabulary, communication techniques, and other important business skills;
• 7 sessions (5.25 hours) of K+ tools, K+eXtra and K+ clubs: Self-study time with access to exclusive materials and resources along with personalised sessions for you study the areas you most need help with, including exam techniques and study group work.
TOEFL® is the most popular examination for North American English and is the most widely accepted English language test in the world. This TOEFL® and Academic English Exam Preparation course will give you the test skills and the level of English that you need to do well on your exam.
Students will focus on test-taking strategies and highlight the academic English skills needed for exam success. The course includes TOEFL®-focused reading, writing, listening and speaking, plus practice exam questions and online simulation tests that mirror the real TOEFL® ibT.
Each lesson lasts 45 minutes.
COURSE STRUCTURE:
20 Lessons: covering test-taking strategies, reviewing practice tests, improving your Academic English.
15 Structured Study Sessions: A full-length TOEFL® simulation test every two weeks. Up to eight total practice tests.
IELTS is a highly respected test of English language skills for educational and professional purposes, particularly for students who wish to go to university in the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. Our IELTS preparation course will teach you valuable English skills and strategies for taking the IELTS exam, helping you to achieve a better score.
Learn about the different exam sections, the ways to maximize your exam time, and the types of questions on the IELTS exam. You will also practice reading, writing, listening and speaking, and improve your grammar and vocabulary.
20 Lessons (21 hours) of IELTS Exam Preparation: highly-focused lessons covering all sections of the IELTS exam and test-taking strategies.
7 sessions (5.25 hours) of K+ tools, K+eXtra and K+ clubs: Self-study time with access to exclusive materials and resources along with personalised sessions for you study the areas you most need help with, including exam techniques and study group work.
The Cambridge Exam is an internationally recognized test and qualification of English language ability. This Cambridge preparation courses enable you to feel confident taking the exam and help you gain the best mark you can.
During lessons for this 4/6/10/12 week course, you will take practice tests, learn the best exam techniques, and improve your general level of English. You can prepare for three different Cambridge Exam courses: the First Certificate of English (FCE), the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), or the Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE).
Entry level of English - Intermediate and higher.
• 28 Lessons (21 hours) of Exam Preparation:
highly-focused courses covering all sections of the Cambridge exam and test-taking strategies,
• 7 sessions (5.25 hours) of K+ tools, K+eXtra and K+ clubs:
Available dates:
4-week course(FCE, CAE) - starts on 16 July;
6-week course(FCE, CAE) - starts on 3 July;
10-week course(FCE, CAE) - starts on 15 January;
12-week course(FCE, CAE) - starts on 19 March, 10 September;
12-week course(CPE) - starts on 4 September.
Ideal for students who want to learn about and immerse themselves in a new culture. Sharing meals with your hosts every day, you'll benefit from speaking English in relaxed, natural situations.
- Live with a local family specially chosen by us
- Enjoy breakfasts and dinners with the family
- Practice English daily in an informal situation
- Immerse yourself in a new culture
Apartment Viva Tower is Vancouver’s first grand student-rental hotel, located in downtown Vancouver at the corner of Howe Street and Drake Street. It is only a 10 minute walk from Kaplan International and less than 5 minutes to grocery stores, coffee shops and bus stops. Yaletown Canada Line Station is a 10 minute walk and Granville Skytrain Station is a 10-15 minute walk.
The residence is located in a 17-story high rise building offering single and twin rooms in fully furnished shared apartment suites. Included amenities are a fitness room, sauna and Wi-Fi throughout the building. Weekly housekeeping for the common areas is also included during the student's stay.
The people here are friendly and they accept foreigners. There are many things to do and the weather is good, especially in summer. My ‘Kaplan Experience’ was awesome, unforgettable, and the best journey of my life so far.
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