Courses

Age: 18+
Course Length: 3 Weeks
Schedule: 9:00 to 12:00, Monday to Friday
Classes: 15 Hours / Week
Minimum Level Required: Intermediate

The Academic English Course (AEC) is designed for students who wish to develop essential skills for success at a university where English is used as the language of instruction. Course content, sourced primarily from the social sciences, is used to practice transferable skills that apply to multiple undergraduate programs. The curriculum focuses on using academic language through critical reading, lecture content, seminar participation, and research skills to become better-prepared for university study in English. Each week, you will work on specialized academic tasks and a collaborative project as part of your independent study.  

AEC is a good fit for you if: 

• You are a current university student or you plan to pursue post-secondary education 

• You want to improve your language and develop academic skills for success in university courses 
• You have some experience with critical reading, seminar participation, note-taking, research, and academic writing in any language 
• You enjoy a challenging study environment 

Evaluation and Certificate

At the end of the Academic English Course, students receive a personalized evaluation and those who succeed are rewarded a certificate of course completion from University of Toronto, New College.

In order to receive a program certificate, students must:

• actively participate in class activities.
• show improved fluency over the course of the program.
• complete the final project, along with any assigned homework, to the satisfaction of the teacher

Class Placement

All IEP classes are assigned based on the results of our written test and a one-to-one interview with a teacher. Students will be grouped with others of similar experience, based on the abilities they show on the test.

Age: 18+
Course Length: 3 Weeks
Schedule: 9:00 to 12:00, Monday to Friday
Classes: 15 Hours / Week
Minimum Level Required: Intermediate

Being a modern citizen involves valuing the differences and recognizing the similarities between diverse groups of people. The Culture & Community Course (CCC) is designed to engage international students with opportunities to improve their core language proficiency while exploring approaches to intercultural communication and developing projects that involve a community-centred approach to learning. Students will explore cultural content locally from Toronto, regionally from Canada, and globally from student cultures and beyond to better understand how context impacts communication. This course requires students to be active learners and work collaboratively on a project that can positively impact a local community area within the city through class instruction that focuses on exploring communication strategies, raising cultural awareness, and identifying potential challenges. 

CCC is a good fit for you if: 

• You would like to improve your ability to communicate in English 
• You have an interest in learning about Toronto and Canada cultural contexts 
• You have an interest in spending more time in Canada in the future 

Evaluation and Certificate

At the end of the Culture & Community Course, students receive a personalized evaluation and those who succeed are rewarded a certificate of course completion from University of Toronto, New College.

In order to receive a program certificate, students must:

• actively participate in class activities.
• show improved fluency over the course of the program.
• complete the final project, along with any assigned homework, to the satisfaction of the teacher

Class Placement

All IEP classes are assigned based on the results of our written test and a one-to-one interview with a teacher. Students will be grouped with others of similar experience, based on the abilities they show on the test.

Age: 18+
Course Length: 3 Weeks
Schedule: 13:00 to 15:00, Monday to Friday
Classes: 10 Hours / Week
Minimum Level Recommended: Pre-Intermediate+

The Speaking & Society Course (SSC) is intended for students who want extended practice with expressing themselves in English and engaging with others about a variety of social issues in today’s connected world. Through this structured opportunity to interact with others regardless of proficiency in a multicultural environment, this course is a stepping stone between level-specific general English classes and real-world language experience. In it, you will develop your fluency, confidence, and variety of ways to express ideas about meaningful topics affecting our societies.   

 SSC is a good fit for you if: 

• You would like to improve your ability to communicate in English
• You would like to develop skills in pronunciation, listening and conversation 
• You need practice in delivering oral presentations and participating in group discussions 

Note: SSC is designed for students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. However, it is not recommended for complete beginners. 

Evaluation and Certificate

At the end of the Speaking & Society course, students receive a personalized evaluation and those who succeed are rewarded a certificate of course completion from University of Toronto, New College.

In order to receive a program certificate, students must:

• actively participate in class activities.
• show improved fluency over the course of the program.
• complete a short final project (such as a presentation or interview) to the satisfaction of the teacher.

Class Placement

Students are assigned to Speaking & Society classes based on the recommendation of the teacher who interviews them. There is no predetermined cutoff for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels: students will be grouped with others of similar experience.

Age: 18+
Course Length: 3 Weeks
Schedule: 13:00 to 16:00, Monday to Friday
Classes: 15 Hours / Week
Minimum Level Required: Intermediate
Business Experience: Not Required

The English for Global Business Course (EBC) is designed for people who wish to become more comfortable using English in their current job or who are interested in a business-related career where English will be used. This course provides practice using English to communicate effectively in everyday professional activities such as organising and participating in meetings, giving presentations, and demonstrating intercultural competence. Each week, you will work on specialised professional tasks and a collaborative project as part of your independent study. Our classes provide opportunity for you to actively practise new language skills and integrate course content by engaging with your instructor and other participants. 

EBC is a good fit for you if: 

• You would like to develop fluency and confidence in everyday business English 
• You are interested in a business-related career that requires English or you have recently entered the working world and use English regularly  
• You can devote time to live classes and independent study 
• You want guidance about and practice with English in professional situations 

Evaluation and Certificate

At the end of the English for Global Business Course, students receive a personalized evaluation and those who succeed are rewarded a certificate of course completion from University of Toronto, New College.

In order to receive a program certificate, students must:

• actively participate in class activities.
• show improved fluency over the course of the program.
• complete the final project, along with any assigned homework, to the satisfaction of the teacher

Class Placement

All IEP classes are assigned based on the results of our written test and a one-to-one interview with a teacher. Students will be grouped with others of similar experience, based on the abilities they show on the test.

Age: 18+
Course Length: 3 Weeks
Schedule: 13:00 to 16:00, Monday to Friday
Classes: 15 Hours / Week
Minimum Level Required: Intermediate

The IELTS Preparation Course (IPC) is designed for intermediate and advanced students who plan to study at an English language university and who will need to take the IELTS Academic Test. Throughout the course, students learn strategies and develop the skills necessary for success on the test. Reading, writing, listening, and speaking components are balanced in terms of awareness-raising for the test question type and time practiced in class. Sample tests are used throughout the program.   

Please note that this course is highly focused on test preparation and may not be suitable for students who do not intend to take the IELTS test in the near future. 

IPC is a good fit for you if:  

• you intend to take the IELTS Academic Test in the near future 
• you plan to study in an English speaking country and want to prepare for the IELTS 
• you need practice in test-taking strategies and develop the skills necessary for success on the IELTS
  

Evaluation and Certificate

At the end of the IELTS Preparation Course, students receive a personalized evaluation and those who succeed are rewarded a certificate of course completion from University of Toronto, New College.

In order to receive an IEP course certificate, students must:

• actively participate in class activities and practice tests.
• complete the final practice IELTS test.

Class Placement

All IEP classes are assigned based on the results of our written test and a one-to-one interview with a teacher. Students will be grouped with others of similar experience, based on the abilities they show on the test.