The Conestoga Language Institute offers an English for Academic Studies program designed for students who want to acquire English language skills for entry into post-secondary programs at Conestoga College or other Canadian colleges or universities.
Conestoga College's four-level, intensive academic program in English language studies focuses on the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills required for post-secondary studies in English.
Level 1 is designed for students with little or no knowledge of English. Students who begin Level 1 and intend to pursue further academic studies should plan to take a minimum of four semesters (four months per semester).
Levels 2, 3 and 4 are intended for students who have previously studied English. Progression from one level to the next is based on academic performance. Most students spend one semester (four months) in each level. Students are placed into the appropriate language level by providing a TOEFL/TWE or IELTS test results or by taking the Conestoga College in-house English placement test.
Upon successful completion of Level 4 students will have achieved the English requirement for enrolling in most post-secondary programs at Conestoga College. Students may begin the ESL/English Language Studies Program in January, February, May, June, September or October.
Conestoga also offers an 8-week Intensive English Language for Academic Studies Program in July. Applicants must provide a TOEFL score of 507/180, TWE 4; or IELTS 5.5 to gain admission into this program.
Language courses offered to international students
Exam preparation courses offered
» Closest Airport: Toronto International Airport
» Airport pick-up service? Yes
» Airport return service? No
» Certificates Offered? Yes
» Teacher qualifications:
100 % hold a recognized language teaching qualification
» Main nationalities of attending students at CONESTOGA COLLEGE:
Chinese
» Extracurricular excursions offered? Yes
» Weekly activities offered? No
» Maximum number of students per class? 12
» Average number of students per class? 10
» Minimum age of students? 18 Years old
» Average age of students in summer? 21 Years old
» Average age of students for the rest of year? 21 Years old
» Average number of course levels offered in the summer? 4
» Average number of course levels offered for the rest of year? 4
» Language lab? Yes
» Library? Yes
» Access to a computer and to the Internet? Yes
» Cafeteria? Yes
Kitchener
Conestoga College is located in the City of Kitchener, in the heart of Southern Ontario, Canada’s most highly populated and developed province.
The City of Kitchener has a population of 225,100, but combined with Waterloo, Kitchener’s “twin city,” the population rises to approximately 350,000.
Kitchener-Waterloo is a dynamic blend of technology, advanced manufacturing and business/financial services. It is the home of high tech companies like Research in Motion (RIM), maker of the BlackBerry, and ATS Automation Tooling Systems; automotive giants such as Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC), Trim Masters and Mitsui Auto Steel; and financial giants such as Manulife Financial Canadian Operations and Sunlife Financial/Clarica.
Kitchener-Waterloo is a clean, safe, friendly community with a high standard of living and a tradition of tolerance among people of diverse backgrounds.
You will find that Kitchener-Waterloo is a student-friendly place. There are three post-secondary institutions in town – Conestoga College, the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University. With so many students in town, you will find lots of interesting restaurants, music stores, secondhand shops, clothing stores, coffee shops, cinemas and theatres.
In Kitchener, we combine first-rate big-city services and amenities with the welcoming smile and personal touch that has earned us an undisputed reputation as one of the country's friendliest and most liveable cities. You'll find every urban amenity here. From our dynamic nightlife and world-class restaurants to our many family-friendly activities and destinations, Kitchener offers a never-ending list of things to see and do, no matter what the season.
In this unique area you'll find a careful balance between unspoiled, natural beauty and vibrant urban life. International Students can spend time exploring fascinating historic landmarks or discovering our many wonderful restaurants, farmers' markets, theatres, factory outlets, galleries and colourful festivals.
Sports enthusiasts have a wealth of activities, from world-class golf courses, skiing, skating, great fishing and canoeing, to hiking and trail-riding along our beautiful Grand River. The world's largest Maple Syrup Festival in Elmira, the Cambridge Highland Games, the Uptown Waterloo's Busker Carnival, the Wellesley Apple Butter Festival and North America's largest Bavarian Festival, 'Oktoberfest' are just a few of the many exciting tourism experiences this region has to offer.
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Country: Canada
Zip/Postal Code: N2G 4M4
Telephone: 519-748-5220 ex 3247
Fax: 519-748-5926
Foundation Year: 1967
Number of Centers: 2
Associations:
Languages Offered: English
Note
While at Conestoga, International Students are provided a complete and comprehensive range of services by the International Education Office.
These services include:
- Airport Pickup
- Free Accommodation Arrangements
- Free Banking Assistance
- Orientation Program
- Social Activities and Trips
- International Student Advisors
Conestoga College is a member of Languages Canada.
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