Learn English in Vancouver
An in-person English language study opportunity at Oxford International’s downtown Vancouver school, combining classroom English courses with social activities and optional accommodation.
Learn English in Vancouver
An in-person English language study opportunity at Oxford International’s downtown Vancouver school, combining classroom English courses with social activities and optional accommodation.
TL;DR
Study English in downtown Vancouver near the waterfront, with course options such as General English, a weekly social programme, and homestay or residence accommodation options.
What is Learn English in Vancouver?
Learn English in Vancouver with Oxford International at a downtown school one block from the waterfront. Students can study English through official course options, use Vancouver as a base for social and cultural activities, and choose from homestay or residence accommodation options while following North America enrolment, visa, insurance and refund policies.
Who should consider this?
Best for
Students who want to improve their English while living in downtown Vancouver and combining city life, outdoor activities, and an international school environment.
Not ideal if
What you actually do
Step-by-step process
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Attend English lessons, build listening, reading, writing and speaking skills, join Vancouver social activities, and practise English through local community interaction.
Eligibility and requirements
- Students register using enrolment/application forms and the admissions process for North America courses.
- Visa students may need to submit deposits and passport copies, and must maintain valid visa status.
- Students must have adequate health, accident and travel insurance and provide proof upon enrolment or arrival.
- Parents or guardians of minor students must complete a Parental Consent Form
- minors must stay in an Oxford International homestay unless staying with a pre-authorized family member.
- For closed Year-Round Groups, the minimum age is 10 in Canada.
- Students with disabilities or special requirements should provide full written details at booking so the school can advise on a suitable programme.
Cost, funding, and what's included
Entry cost
From £390
How to apply
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Use the official Book Now or enquiry links, or complete the North America enrolment/application forms and send them to the admissions team at languageadmissions@oxfordinternational.com.
Curriculum / what you'll study
The programme covers the following focus areas.
Curriculum
General English courses focus on listening, reading, writing and speaking. Official course pages list options including Morning 20 and Afternoon 20 at 15 hrs/week, plus semi-intensive and elective-based formats.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
Daily schedule overview
A typical day during the programme.
Schedule
The Vancouver school working hours are Monday to Friday, 08:30am to 05:00pm. Course pages describe weekly lesson loads such as 15 hrs/week for Morning 20 or Afternoon 20 and 19.5 hrs/week for Semi-Intensive 23/26.
Schedule may vary. Detailed timetable provided upon enrollment.
Accommodation, meals, and campus experience
Residential plan
The school is in downtown Vancouver near Waterfront and Burrard stations. Accommodation options include Vancouver homestay with full-board, half-board or roomstay, GEC Living student residences, and the YWCA Student Hotel near the school.
Location detail
Oxford International Vancouver English School is at 250-815 W Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1B4, one block from the downtown waterfront, about 5 minutes from Waterfront Station and 8 minutes from Burrard Station.
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