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With our range of language courses in the USA, Canada and the UK.

Part-Time Courses

Key Facts

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Level A2 - B2

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Available in 4 week blocks

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Range of class lesson times including evening and weekends

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Maximum class size: 15

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Conversation classes available

Our General English course is oriented towards students who want a greater understanding of English for general use – including reading, conversation and travelling.

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University College Pathway in Halifax

What You Will Learn

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Educational Training

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Language Development

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Critical Thinking Skills

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Time Management Strategies

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Research Skills

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Presentation Skills

University College Pathway Program is for students who plan to attend one of our partner colleges or universities for vocational, undergraduate, and some post-graduate programs. The UCP program is intensive and is designed as solid preparation for academic success.

Students can start UCP in Level 200 allowing them plenty of time to master the skills they need for academic study. ECLC’s UCP Level 400 is a college bridging level and UCP 500 is a bridging level to undergraduate and some graduate programs. Students who successfully complete these programs gain direct entry to partner colleges and university with no IELTS or TOEFL scores required. All of our partners provide conditional letters of acceptance.

Complete studying our university college pathway program you will have direct access to 25 university/ college partners. This partner lists only available in Halifax.

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Occupational English Test Preparation Course

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Teaching Young Learners

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Students aged 20+

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Intermediate / CEFR level B1 minimum level

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20 hour online course

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Trinity Dip TESOL

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12 months

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Level 7 Qualification

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For experienced EFL teachers

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Teaching Teenagers

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Students aged 20+

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Intermediate / CEFR level B1 minimum level

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20 hour online course

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Oxford Test of English Preparation Course

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6 hours per week

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1.5 hour lessons

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Face-to-face group classes

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Oxford Test of English

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General English North America – Super Intensive

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Level A1 - C2

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30 Lessons per week

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Lesson duration 50 minutes

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13 Average class size

Our most popular course in North America suits every level of learner, and follows a syllabus covering the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening.

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Electives

Our electives enable a student to focus on developing languages skills in areas they are specifically interested in. Electives give you the opportunity to tailor your learning to suit your language goals.

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GENERAL ENGLISH & SPECIALISED ELECTIVES

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Level A1 - C1

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20 Afternoon lessons per week / 18 in the USA

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Lesson duration 45 minutes Canada / 50 minutes (USA)

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Maximum class size: 15

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Specialised Elective lessons

Our General English programme suits every level of learner, and follows a syllabus covering the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening.

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General English – Semi-intensive

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Level A0 - C1

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26 Lessons per week / 23 Lessons per week (USA only)

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Lesson duration 45 minutes (Canada and the UK) / 50 minutes (USA)

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Maximum class size: 15

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Specialised Elective lessons

Our General English course in North America is oriented towards students who want a greater understanding of English for general use – including reading, conversation and travelling.

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Workshops – Academic English – TOEFL

Speaking and writing are the two “productive” skills, and these are the main focus of the TOEFL Preparation workshops. For those students who don’t have time to attend a full-time course, these workshops will provide you with the essential skills needed to feel confident and get a score that really reflects your ability.

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Workshops – Professional English

Highly focused workshops with small groups which allows each participant to work on essential business skills with one of our experienced Business Language Trainers, getting lots of feedback and guidance.

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Workshops – Academic English – IELTS

Speaking and writing are the two “productive” skills, and these are the main focus of the IELTS Preparation workshops. For those students who don’t have time to attend a full-time course, these workshops will provide you with the essential skills needed to feel confident and get a score that really reflects your ability.

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Spanish

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Level A0 - C1

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6-8 students per classroom when in school

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4 and 6 week course options on weekdays and weekends

Study Spanish in the evenings or at the weekend through Oxford International. For students who want a greater understanding of Spanish for general use – including reading, conversation and travelling.

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Italian

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Level A0 - C1

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6-8 students per class when in school

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4 and 6 week course options on weekdays and weekends

Study Italian in the evenings or at the weekend through Oxford International. For students who want a greater understanding of Italian for general use – including reading, conversation and travelling.

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French

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Level A0 - C1

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6-8 students per class when in school

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4 and 6 week course options on weekdays and weekends

Study French in the evenings or at the weekend through Oxford International. For students who want a greater understanding of French for general use – including reading, conversation and travelling.

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English for everyone

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Level A0 - C1

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2 lessons per week

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Lesson duration 2 hours

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15 Maximum class size

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4 hours of lessons per week

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Certificate upon completion

Our General English course in the UK is oriented towards students who want a greater understanding of English for general use – including reading, conversation and travelling.

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Speak Up! Fluency in English

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B1 and above

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1 class per week

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2 hours per class

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Course length 10 hours

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Start time 7pm

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Certificate upon completion

‘Speak up! Fluency in English’ provides you with opportunities to activate your English and build your confidence when communicating. Each of our modules will be focused on production, so you can build more trust in your ability to communicate. Each module will also feature some work on pronunciation. Put your pen down and leave your book in your bag – speaking practice only!

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Professional Skills Certificate

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B1 and above

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1 class per week

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2 hours per class

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Course length 10 hours

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Start time 7pm

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Certificate upon completion

Boost your professional English skills with this 10-hour certificate courses designed to improve candidates professional skills in line with “can do” statements of the Common European Framework. All participants will receive a certificate on completion of the course.

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Tea & Toast – Life in the UK Test Preparation

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B1 and above

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1 class per week

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2 hours per class

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Course length 10 hours

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Start time 7pm

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Certificate upon completion

Are you planning to spend your future in the UK? Do you want to become a British Citizen? Then this course is for you. We will provide an overview of the ‘Life in the UK’ test and help you prepare for it.

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Online English Classroom

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Level A2 to C1

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Five hours online per week (60 minutes per weekday)

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Max 10 students per class

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1-2-1 Tuition

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Choose your study time

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Add additional lessons

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Online Individual Tutorial Sessions

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Level A2 to C1

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1-2-1 Tuition

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Choose your study time

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General English – Morning 20

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Level A0 - C1

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Lessons per week: 20 (Canada and the UK) / 18 (USA)

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Lesson duration 45 minutes (Canada and the UK) / 50 minutes (USA)

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Maximum class size: 15

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Specialised Elective lessons

Our General English course is oriented towards students who want a greater understanding of English for general use – including reading, conversation and travelling.

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General English – Intensive 30

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Level A0 - C1

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30 Lessons per week / 27 Lessons per week (USA only)

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Lesson duration 45 minutes (Canada and the UK) / 50 minutes (USA)

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Maximum class size: 15

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Specialised Elective lessons

Our General English course is oriented towards students who want a greater understanding of English for general use – including reading, conversation and travelling.

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General English North America – Basic

Key Facts

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Level A1 - C2

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20 Lessons per week

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Lesson duration 50 minimum

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13 Average class size

Our most popular course in North America suits every level of learner, and follows a syllabus covering the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening.

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General English North America – Intensive

Key Facts

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Level A1 - C2

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25 Lessons per week

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Lesson duration 50 minutes

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13 Average class size

Our most popular course in North America suits every level of learner, and follows a syllabus covering the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening.

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General English – Super Intensive 40

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Level A0 - C1

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40 Lessons per week / 36 Lessons per week (USA only)

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Lesson duration 45 minutes (Canada and the UK) / 50 minutes (USA)

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Maximum class size: 15

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Specialised Elective lessons

Our General English course suits every level of learner, and follows a syllabus covering the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening.

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General English North America – Premier

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Min Level A1 - C2

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25/30 Lessons + 2/3 Private Lessons per week

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Lesson duration 50 minutes

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13 Average class size

Our most popular course in North America suits every level of learner, and follows a syllabus covering the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening.

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IELTS Preparation UK – 20

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Minimum Level B1+

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20 lessons per week

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Lesson duration 45 minutes

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15 hours of lessons per week

Our IELTS courses will develop your English skills and improve your exam technique in preparation for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam.

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IELTS Preparation UK – 30

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Minimum Level B1+

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30 lessons per week

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Lesson duration 45 minutes

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22.5 hours of lessons per week

Our IELTS courses will develop your English skills and improve your exam technique in preparation for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam.

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IELTS Preparation North America – Basic

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Minimum Level B1+

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Lesson duration 50 minutes

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20 Lessons per week

Our IELTS courses will develop your English skills and improve your exam technique in preparation for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam.

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IELTS Preparation North America – Intensive

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Minimum Level B1+

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25 Lessons per week

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Lesson duration 50 minutes

Our IELTS courses will develop your English skills and improve your exam technique in preparation for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam.

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IELTS Preparation North America – Super Intensive

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Minimum Level B1+

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30 Lessons per week

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Lesson duration 50 minutes

Our IELTS courses will develop your English skills and improve your exam technique in preparation for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam.

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Pathway Intensive 30

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Level A0 - C1

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30 Lessons per week / 27 Lessons per week (USA only)

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Lesson duration 45 minutes (Canada and the UK) / 50 minutes (USA)

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Average maximum class size: 15

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Over 35 partner institutions

Our Pathway Program is your springboard to studying at colleges and universities in the United States and Canada. Our programs prepare students for post-secondary study and are customized to the needs of each individual learner and their education goals.

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Pathway Super-Intensive 40

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Level A0 - C1

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40 Lessons per week / 36 Lessons per week (USA only)

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Lesson duration 45 minutes (Canada and the UK) / 50 minutes (USA)

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Average maximum class size: 15

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Over 35 partner institutions

Our Pathway Program is your springboard to studying at colleges and universities in the United States and Canada. Our programs prepare students for post-secondary study and are customized to the needs of each individual learner and their education goals.

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Cambridge (FCE/CAE) Preparation Super-Intensive 40

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Minimum Level B1+

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40 Lessons per week

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Lesson duration 45 minutes

The Cambridge Suite of exams, part of the University of Cambridge, are based on decades of unrivalled research in English language learning, teaching and assessment. They are recognised globally by schools, universities and employers, and never expire. The B2 First qualification demonstrates that you have reached the B2 (Upper Intermediate) level of English and can use everyday written and spoken English for work or study purposes.

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Cambridge English (C1 Advanced) North America – Intensive

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Minimum Level C1

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25 Lessons per week

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Lesson duration 45 minutes

The Cambridge Suite of exams, part of the University of Cambridge, are based on decades of unrivalled research in English language learning, teaching and assessment. They are recognised globally by schools, universities and employers, and never expire. The C1 Advanced qualification demonstrates that you are at the C1 (Advanced) level of English needed for academic and professional work.

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Cambridge (FCE/CAE) Preparation Super-Intensive 40 (C1 Advanced)

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Minimum Level C1

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40 Lessons per week

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Lesson duration 45 minutes

The Cambridge Suite of exams, part of the University of Cambridge, are based on decades of unrivalled research in English language learning, teaching and assessment. They are recognised globally by schools, universities and employers, and never expire. The C1 Advanced qualification demonstrates that you are at the C1 (Advanced) level of English needed for academic and professional work.

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Business English

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Minimum Level B1

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30 lessons per week

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Lesson duration 45 minutes

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One business or industry-focused trip per month

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22.5 hours of lessons per week

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Teacher Training Online – Trinity Dip TESOL

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Teacher Training Online – Teaching Teenagers

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Teacher Training Online – Teaching Younger Learners

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Bespoke Group Courses

At Oxford International, we strongly believe that travel not only broadens the mind but it also provides the students with one of the most life-enhancing experiences. We create a wide range of programmes to suit your needs, all of which centre around a first-class English education.

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