Welcome to the English Language Program
We are back! Full campus activities resumed at UCalgary on September 1, 2021. We look forward to welcoming you to our in-person programs. COVID-19 protocols are in effect to keep you and the campus community safe.
Programs
Semester Program
13 weeks
If you are serious about dramatically improving your overall English skills, this is the course for you!
Academic Communication Certificate
13 weeks
For English learners who want to enter Canadian college or university programs.
Intensive Program
4 or 5 weeks
Join students from all over the world and build your speaking and listening skills.
Language & Culture Course
2 weeks
This short intensive course will boost your oral fluency and functional English communication abilities.
IELTS Preparation Course
8 weeks
Improve performance in the four skill areas tested by IELTS: listening, reading, writing and speaking.
TOEIC Preparation Course
10 weeks
In this add-on course, you will work on activities that correspond directly to the test in listening and reading skills.
Our programs are for students at all skill levels, and are designed for a variety of English language learning goals. To compare our programs and see which programs fit your needs, click the compare program button.
Your Gateway to University Life
Extend your general English communication, acquire academic English skills and prepare yourself for a successful start in a university undergraduate program.
Experience Excellence
You can expect the highest standards from the English Language Program.
High quality instruction
All of our instructors hold university degrees in Education, Linguistics, or Languages.
World-class university facilities
Our students have access to the university library, sports facilities and the student centre.
Motivated students from all over the world
Study with motivated and hardworking students from all over the world.
Small class size
Our classes have an average of 16 students.
Accurate level placement through testing
A thorough two-stage proficiency test ensures accurate level placement.
Experienced and friendly student service team
Experienced and friendly staff members provide you with information and support.
Optional Activity Programs
Improve your English skills and visit some of Western Canada’s top travel destinations while you are studying in the Semester Program. The activity program is made up of information meetings and guided excursions to points of cultural and social interest in and around Calgary. Students have the choice of registering for the full program or individual excursion components priced individually.
Homestay
Living with a Canadian family is an excellent way to improve your English and intercultural skills.
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Policies and Procedures
Application and admission requirements, payment and refund policies, and homestay policies.
Institutional Partners
We are proud to offer courses and programs for the following institutions.