Destination York Program

Destination York is designed to help high school graduates with an IELTS score of 6.0 prepare for study at York University. This program is for students who want to achieve an IELTS score of 6.5 to fulfil the York University language requirement for admission to most undergraduate programs. Graduating high school students who are eligible to join Destination York will be among a select group of high achievers who are motivated to improve their academic English skills.

To view all English Language Institute preparation programs, visit our Proficiency Pathway table.

Admission requirements

Previous education:
High school graduation

Language proficiency you need:
IELTS score of 6.0 (or)
Completion of Level AP7 (or)
Completion of Pre-Destination York

Accredited by Languages Canada

Online Delivery

You will participate in 30 hours per week of online learning. Daily sessions include:

4.5 hours of face-to-face online learning delivered by two expert instructors
1.5 hours of online self-study time to work on assignments

Materials

You will need a computer with reliable, high-speed internet and a camera and microphone. An e-mail account, internet library access, and textbooks are included in the tuition fee.

Schedule

8 week program
30 hours of class per week
6 hours of class per day*
Class time is split between advanced-level speaking, listening, reading and writing activities and content-based modules (academic discussion topics, readings and debates)

*In most cases, English Language Institute classes run according to the schedule noted. However, based on program requirements and increased student registrations, some program schedules may shift to evenings (4:50 PM – 8:50 PM) and Saturdays.

Out-of-class Timetable

The University Life program provides a range of co-curricular activities including:

Conversation Partners
Virtual campus activities with other members of the York community
Online workshops on university life skills, including topics such as time management skills, applying for admission, and testing strategies

Accommodation

Accommodations in homestay and on-campus at York University residence is available.

Enrolment Changes, Cancellations and Refunds

Please refer to our Academic Program Student Handbook.

Policies for this Program

Payments

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You can reach us via email, phone or using the contact forms on this website.
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