The Simon Fraser University English Language and Culture program is no longer accepting students.
4-week program
with academic field work
Our 4-week program focuses on learning English inside and outside of the classroom. You will immerse yourself in English conversation and practise real, everyday English instead of learning from a textbook. You will learn speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, and explore Canadian culture. Plus, you will go on field trips to practise your English out in the community and learn more about life in Canada.
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Overview
Duration: 4 weeks
Instruction: 27 hours/week
Schedule: Monday–Thursday 9 a.m.–3:20 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Curriculum: 6 courses and Academic Field Work
Tuition: $1,900
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Application deadlines
Schedule |
Deadline to apply |
|---|---|
| Jan 2 – Jan 26, 2024 | Dec 15, 2023 |
| Jan 29 – Feb 23 | Jan 5 |
| Feb 27 – Mar 22 | Feb 2 |
| Jul 2 – Jul 26 | Jun 7 |
| Aug 6 – 30 | Jul 12 |
Tuition and Fees
Program length |
Tuition |
|---|---|
| 1 term | $1,900 |
| 2 terms | $3,800 |
| 3 terms | $5,700 |
| 4 terms | $7,600 |
| 5 terms | $9,500 |
Other expenses |
Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Homestay | $1,325/term |
| One-time homestay placement fee | $450 |
| Medical insurance | $60-$75/month |
| Public transportation | $137/month |
Why this program?
- Improve your speaking, writing, reading and listening
- Go on field trips to practise English in real-life situations
- Enjoy a variety of group activities after class
- Meet students from Canada and around the world
Monday–Thursday
9 AM–3:20 PM
Each week, you will study six subjects, each with a different instructor.
Gain an understanding of Canadian culture by exploring Canada’s geography, history, government, social structure and current events. You will learn how to watch, interpret, discuss and respond to what Canadians are saying, which will help you to analyze the cultural background of any country.
The English slang and expressions used in popular media, music and daily conversations can be hard for students to understand. In this course, you will learn to understand not only what people are saying, but also how and why they choose their words and expressions for various situations.
Leave the classroom and practise your English skills in the real world.
Your instructors will lead these trips out into the community during class time. To make the most of the experience, we encourage you to ask questions before, during and after each trip. Outings will change with each program.
Common trip examples:
- A visit to the BC law courts
- A tour of the Vancouver Art Gallery
- A visit to a local television station
- A nature walk through Stanley Park
- A scavenger hunt at Granville Island
In our 4-week program, we offer 7 levels that are designed to challenge your English skills as you improve. You are welcome to take a single term or multiple terms. As you successfully complete each term, you can progress to the next language level.
Which language level is right for you?
On your first day in the program, you will take a language placement test to determine which level of class you should take.
