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Academic Program
Posted By Crisdelis Rodriguez On November 13, 2014 @ 10:11 am
The Academic Program(AP) has 9 levels for students – from absolute beginners to advanced learners. Students also participate in activities, trips, and social events organized by York University Community Leaders, giving you the opportunity to build your skills and confidence in preparation for your future university life.
The Academic Program was designed as a comprehensive English for Academic Purposes (EAP) preparation for students at any level of English. This helps students learn English to the level they need – from basic communication skills to completing a PhD. Our unique program allows students from AP6 to AP9 to sit in on many courses at York University and experience what its like first-hand. From these levels, students can apply for conditional admission to York University.
AP gives you the chance to participate in social activities and trips, practice your
English outside the classroom and build your confidence! In addition, AP3-AP9
students choose a seminar each session to complement their core class objectives.
Some of the special English learning opportunities include seminars for:
Levels AP1-AP5 focus on helping build a solid foundation of English proficiency in all four language skills—reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Students who successfully complete Level AP5 may apply to the York University English Language Institute’s Bridging Program [5], where they can take a class for academic credit while completing the remainder of their language proficiency requirements to be admitted to York.
Levels AP6-AP9 focus on the kinds of language, critical thinking and study skills required to be a successful student in a university or college setting where English is the language of instruction.
Students who successfully complete Level AP6 are eligible to apply for Conditional Admission* to York University. Conditionally-admitted students are also eligible to apply to Pre-Destination York program [7].
Conditionally-admitted students who successfully complete Level AP7 or Pre-Destination York program [7] are eligible to apply to the Destination York Program [8], where they can complete the equivalent of Levels AP8 and AP9 in one very intensive eight-week program.
In the Academic Program, you will study online in a live classroom environment with our expert instructors guiding you through the course material. Our online courses allow you to drop-in daily to study in a group for 15 hours per week. You will also have a weekly five-hour module of self-study where you can hone your skills on your own time to advance your English proficiency.
Each level’s self-study module builds to a unique learning project that will showcase the new language skills you have learned. During this project, you will investigate real-world issues and themes using an inquiry-based approach. The project will sharpen your critical thinking skills while enriching your English vocabulary and overall language ability. Examples of projects are sustainability brochures, debates on world issues, and a job skills WebQuest.
All courses are delivered through custom-designed Moodle classes, allowing you to prepare for university from the comfort of your own home. In addition, we offer up to 10 additional hours of English learning per week through our wide complement of optional activities, which include: clubs, conversation partners and student-led discussions.
Online Delivery Summary
This program consists of 20 hours of instruction per week, offered Monday-Friday including a choice of seminars to accommodate students’ specific learning. Students will be placed in a morning, afternoon, or evening session depending on their placement level. The level is determined by a test written on the first day of the session.*
University Life, a range of co-curricular activities designed to provide a balanced program of in- and out-of-classroom learning, includes:
An e-mail account, internet and library access, textbooks and limited printing and photocopying services are included in the tuition fee.
You are at least 18 years old*
*If you are under 18, you still may be eligible. Contact the English Language Institute to confirm.
Academic Program Student Handbook [25]
Please refer to the following document for Academic Cancellation & Refund Policy questions & answers:
Cancellation, Transfer and Refund Policies and Procedures [26]
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[1] yueli@yorku.ca: mailto:yueli@yorku.ca
[2] Online Delivery: #online-delivery
[3] Talk to Us: http://continue.yorku.ca/english-language-institute/programs/academic-program/?tab=1
[4] Levels AP1-AP5: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-0
[5] Bridging Program: https://continue.yorku.ca/york-scs/english-language-institute/programs/bridging-program/
[6] Levels AP6-AP9: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-1
[7] Pre-Destination York program: https://continue.yorku.ca/york-scs/english-language-institute/programs/pre-destination-york/
[8] Destination York Program: https://continue.yorku.ca/york-scs/english-language-institute/programs/destination-york/
[9] Online Delivery: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-2
[10] Summary: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-3
[11] Social and cultural activities: https://continue.yorku.ca/york-scs/english-language-institute/about/services/activities/
[12] undergraduate student conversation partners: http://continue.yorku.ca/english-language-institute/about/resources/conversation-partners/
[13] Schedule: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-4
[14] Out-of-Class Timetable: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-5
[15] Conversation Partners: https://continue.yorku.ca/york-scs/english-language-institute/about/resources/conversation-partners/
[16] York Admissions: http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/
[17] York English Language Test: http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/yelt
[18] Materials: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-6
[19] Accommodation: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-7
[20] homestay: https://continue.yorku.ca/york-scs/english-language-institute/about/services/live-in-homestay/
[21] residence: https://continue.yorku.ca/york-scs/english-language-institute/about/services/live-on-campus/
[22] Social & Cultural Activities: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-8
[23] Admission Requirements: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-9
[24] Frequently Asked Questions: #squelch-taas-accordion-shortcode-content-10
[25] Academic Program Student Handbook: https://continue.yorku.ca/york-scs/downloads/yueli-academic-program-handbook
[26] Cancellation, Transfer and Refund Policies and Procedures: https://continue.yorku.ca/york-scs/downloads/eli-cancellation
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