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| School | North Island College (Comox Valley Campus) | | |
| Location | Courtenay, BC, Canada | | |
| School Type | College | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 6,832
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| Degree | Not Applicable | | |
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| Description | Prepare for academic study in English with NIC's Academic English Language Program. This accredited English as an additional language program will provide you with the necessary skills to complete college and university degrees or diplomas. Courses include reading/writing, speaking/listening and grammar, with optional electives in pronunciation, IELTS preparation and a seminar with individualized instructional support.
You will be able to choose your program intensity, with sessions ranging from 21 hours to 24 hours of study per week. Sessions run for two and four months year round. Based on your demonstrated English proficiency, you will be placed in one of three levels: intermediate, advanced or university/college preparation. Students who place at the University and College Qualifying level are eligible to take up to three academic courses for credit while they study ESL. If you choose to complete the university/college qualifying level, upon meeting all other program requirements you will be able to transfer seamlessly into degree and diploma programs at NIC. Or, you may choose to study at other universities and colleges throughout BC, Canada and the US. | | |
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*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.