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ESL CLASSES TUITION FREE: Starting April 1, 2012, all ESL courses at UFV are tuition-free to eligible domestic students. Please click here for more information.
ESL Help Centre from May 14 to Aug 16 (11:30 am - 12:50 pm / NO EVENING Help Centre).
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How do I know what level of English I should study?
You will be required to do our assessment test. The results from this test will indicate your level of English and the appropriate ESL courses for you.
What kind of test will I be doing?
You will be doing a test called Accuplacer. It is not a pass or fail test. We will test your reading, writing and listening skills. It takes about 2 hours. Accuplacer’s reading test is an adaptive test and also there is no time limit. If your answer is correct, the software will select a more difficult question for you. If you response is incorrect, the software will select a less difficult question for you. The writing test is test of your writing skills and there is a one hour time limit. The last test is a listening test and also there is no time limit.
Can I prepare for this test?
You can take a look at sample questions but it is a test of what you know.
http://professionals.collegeboard.com/profdownload/accuplacer-sample-questions-for-students.pdf
When do I get my result?
Your invigilator will notify you when you will come to pick up your results. We do not give results over phone.
How long do I have to be in ESL?
That will all depend on the students starting level and speed of learning. Students must realize that it takes time to fully learn a new language. We offer intensive short semesters to give the student opportunities to finish faster.
What are the requirements to study ESL at UFV?
You can become an ESL student if you have completed Grade 12 or equivalent, or if you are 19 years of age or older before the first day of classes, and if English is not your mother tongue. International students should contact UFV International.
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When do ESL classes start? When do I need to apply?
ESL classes start throughout the year. Our semesters begin in September, November, January, March, May, and July. You can come and apply about three weeks before the start of the next semester. International students should check with International Education department regarding deadlines.
How do I apply?
ESL does not accept applications from Canadian and Permanent Resident students on-line. We want you to come to the ESL office to apply and get a appointment for an assessment test. We are open every day, until 4:00 pm and some late hours for evening students. No appointment is necessary, just come by.
How much does it cost?
For permanent resident or Canadian citizens, fees can be found http://www.ufv.ca/ar/feeandpay.htm
Students can apply for ABESAP funding, which is based on financial need and covers tuition and supplies. More information contact ESL office at 604-854-4581.
For international students, fees can be found here http://www.ufv.ca/international/st_prospective/student_fees.htm
Is there extra support for ESL students?
Yes, we offer a Help Centre where students can come and get extra assistance from our instructors. We also have a designated computer lab for our students. Lab is equipped with updated software to practice any English skills.
Will I need to buy books?
Yes, please budget about $75 for books for each course. On the first day of class, your instructor will tell you which books to buy at the UFV Bookstore.
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How to contact your ESL Instructor
1. Check your course outline on how to contact your instructor. If you cannot find it, then contact the instructor by e-mail.
2. Look up the instructor by his/her last name (surname) at: http://www.ufv.ca/esl/ESL_Faculty_and_Staff.htm
Please do not use your personal e-mail address to contact an instructor.
Please use your UFV student e-mail address.
What if I miss the first day of class?
You must attend the first day of class, or notify the ESL department in advance if you are unable to attend. Otherwise, at the discretion of the ESL department, you could lose your seat or be moved to a different section. If you have any questions regarding this procedure, please contact the ESL office. |
| updated: 2011.05.30 / created: 2007 |
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