Intensive English Program

Intensive Education Program

Course Summary

Intensity: 30 lessons per week
Levels: All levels from Beginner to Advanced
Class Size Average 8, maximum 15
Duration: From 4 to 50 weeks
Start Dates: Weekly, year-round
Timetable: 9:00 - 3:00, Monday to Thursday
9:00 - 12:30, Friday

The Intensive English Program (IEP) is our most popular course. It allows you to specialize in areas of the language that interest you most.

The 30 lessons each week are divided as follow:

Twenty-four lessons per week: Grammar, Reading, Writing, Listening/Speaking at the appropriate level
Six lessons per week: Electives
Sample Elective Courses: (Courses offered vary)*
    • iBT TOEFL preparation
    • Communication Skills for Business and the Professions
    • Pronunciation and Conversation
    • Wonderful World of Words
    • Write, write, write
    • Prepositions and Usage
    • American Culture and Language
    • Academic Study Skills
    • American Literature and History
    • Idiomatic Expressions
    • Listening through Music
    • Drama
    • English plus Basketball
    • History of Sports in America

And much more!

The suitability of each elective depends on your level of English and will be determined in consultation with the Academic Director.

*The number and types of electives offered depends on enrollment. Course offerings are subject to change.

Self-study and homework assignments are part of your course. You will be expected to complete your self-study assignments.

Sample Schedule

Time Class Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri.
9:00-10:00 Reading Comprehension Check Check Check Check Check
10:15-11:15 Grammar/Writing
Check Check Check Check Check
11:30-12:30 Listening/Speaking
Check Check Check Check Check
12:30-1:30 Lunch
Check Check Check Check Check
1:30-3:00 Elective Courses
Check Check Check Check Optional Activities