These popular three-hour courses provide intensive language immersion and an excellent opportunity to quickly improve language skills. ILSC's unique educational approach actively involves students in the learning process because classroom activities are designed to match students' interests.
English Language Programs (3 hours/day)
Communication 3 Hour Courses
English Communication
In the lower levels, you will learn to
use the right words and phrases for
everyday life. In the intermediate levels
you will improve English speaking
and listening skills through small
group activities and lively classroom
discussion. You will learn to express
ideas in diverse social situations and
build vocabulary in a wide range of
subjects. At the upper levels, you will
progress through Speaking Dynamics,
refining expressive language skills,
debate and use of persuasive language.
You will achieve Speaking Excellence
by developing strategies for critical
thought by delving into controversial
issues. Improve use of complex
language structure such as irony,
problem solving and debate. You will
work on becoming proficient in English
by participating in Discussion Circles
that aim to build native-like fluency
using sophisticated vocabulary in
dynamic discussions on topics such as
art, sports, psychology, food, science
and technology.
Levels: Beginner 1 - Advanced 2
Speaking Dynamics
Refine your expressive language skills
by discussing current events. Advance
communicatively through scripting
and performing, debating, and use of
persuasive language.
Level: Intermediate 2
Speaking Excellence
Develop strategies for critical thought
by delving into controversial issues.
Improve use of complex language
structure such as irony, problem
solving and debate.
Level: Advanced 1
Academic, Test and University Preparation 3 Hour Courses
Academic Preparation
Designed to help students pursue
further academic studies in English
or French, this course strengthens
reading and writing skills, improves
grammar usage and builds vocabulary
by exploring academic topics.
Levels: Beginner 1 - Advanced 2
Cambridge CAE (Certificate of Advanced English)
This course helps prepare for the CAE
advanced level exam, recognized for
professional and academic qualifications.
Levels: Advanced 1
Cambridge FCE (First Certificate in English)
This course helps prepare for the
FCE upper intermediate level exam,
recognized for professional and
academic qualifications.
Levels: Intermediate 1 - Intermediate 4
Cambridge PET (Preliminary English Test)
This course helps prepare for the PET
preliminary English test, recognized for
professional and academic qualifications.
PET also provides an excellent pathway
to higher qualifications.
Level: Intermediate 1
IELTS Mastery
The purpose of the IELTS mastery
course is to prepare students for
the IELTS exam. It covers all four
test modules: Listening, Reading,
Writing, and Speaking. This course
gives students the opportunity to
specifically target each macro-skill, as
well as develop grammar, academic
vocabulary and writing skills in order
to obtain their target IELTS band
score. Due to the intensive nature
of the course, students will also
improve their overall communicative
competence and test-taking skills.
Levels: Beginner 3 - Advanced 3
TOEIC® Preparation
This test measures the ability to
understand English in the global
environment, particularly for a
successful future in the business world.
Levels: Beginner 3 - Advanced 2
Business English 3 Hour Courses
Business English
Practice speaking, listening, reading
and writing in a business context.
Topics include marketing, resumé writing,
job interview techniques and
effective telephone communication.
Levels: Beginner 4 - Advanced 2
Business English for Management & Human Resources
This course is designed to introduce
key concepts, business management
vocabulary and human resource
practices. Explore the concepts and
related language by working through
case studies and activities. Learn how
to identify and appraise future trends.
Levels: Intermediate 3 - Advanced 3
English for JOBS
(Job Opportunities and Business Success)
Gain a clear perspective of workplace
culture including employment
standards, human resources and
management issues in your city/
country of study. Students examine
their own professional attributes
as they relate to the employment
marketplace and learn strategies for
working on a team, networking and
preparing for workplace success.
Levels: Intermediate 3 - Advanced 3
Humanities 3 Hour Courses
English for Journalism
Become an investigative reporter for the
ILSC News. Refine writing, vocabulary,
grammar and design skills in print
format, and through blogging. Students
have the opportunity to explore the city,
investigate issues that are important to
them and build solid interviewing skills.
Levels: Intermediate 2 - Advanced 3
Note: Course offerings may vary from campus to campus. Not all courses are offered each session; availability depends on enrolment and student demand.
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