Top Courses in Academic English

The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) English Language Program (ELP) is an intensive English program designed for beginner, intermediate and advanced level international (F-1) students looking to improve their English skills in preparation for study at U.S. colleges and universities. The program is designed for students who have some knowledge of English.

The ELP is both a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)-preparatory and academically oriented. These classes are offered through a 16-week semester (Fall & Spring semesters), and an 8-week session (Summer session). Each session consists of 20 hours of instruction per week.

International students are provided with opportunities to interact with SCC students by participating in Conversation Partners activities. Speech workshops are provided and integrated into the ELP curriculum.... [-]

This course is designed for students with an advanced level of English comprehension who have passed NAC’s level 5 or 6 or achieved a level 6 on the EPT (University of Michigan English Placement Test). The course will focus on skills needed in universities such as advanced real-life listening and reading activities, writing research papers, giving presentations, studying advanced vocabulary, and working in groups. Grammar and pronunciation will be targeted in context.

F-1 students / Non-F-1 students

The tuition for F1 visa students is $675.00 per month.

A one-time, non-refundable, Registration Fee of $75.00 as well as an annual, non-refundable, $75.00 Resource Fee is due upon enrollment for all programs.... [-]

The Stamford English Program prepares you for the modern world where proficiency in English is a necessity. A multi-level structure means your English language studies can begin at the optimal stage to gain confidence and learn effectively. The Stamford English Program is the path to success for your social, academic, and business life.... [-]

You can study the English Language at our School of English at Royal Leamington Spa College.

The Royal Leamington Spa and Rugby colleges are accredited by the British Council and English UK. Our Rugby college is an IELTS examination centre.

Students at WCG can study three different types of English language programmes:

1. Academic English language - 22 hours per week

The Academic English language programme is aimed at students who want to progress to an academic course, either at WCG, or a Bachelor, Masters or PhD programme at the university.

This is an intensive language programme that will develop your academic study skills as well as your general English language skills, and will also ensure that you are prepared for your IELTS examination. Minimum enrolment age is 16. Fees are £210.00 per week* (22 Hours).... [-]

The goals of the curriculum include:

Full-time students in the Intensive English Program attend classes for a minimum of 21 hours per week. During the fall and spring semesters, students follow the regular university calendar and schedule of Monday / Wednesday / Friday classes of 50 minutes and Tuesday / Thursday classes of 75 minutes each.

Detailed Course Descriptions

The Reading course is designed to improve skills and strategies for improving reading through extensive and intensive reading.... [-]

L.E.A.P. (Learning English for Academic and Professional Purposes) is located on Wright State University’s main campus in Dayton, Ohio. L.E.A.P. provides full-time intensive English instruction and offers non-native speakers the linguistic, academic and social skills they need to be successful in an American university. Students come to L.E.A.P. for a variety of reasons. Some studies in L.E.A.P. for a short time to improve their English language skills; others seek degrees from Wright State University.

The English Language Institute (ELI) is a year-round full-time intensive English program designed to prepare international students for admission to a U.S. university by developing academic, professional and social English language skills.

The institute is located on the campus of North Central College, a four-year comprehensive liberal arts university in Naperville, Illinois.

English Language Institute students experience:

We offer English language programs to help you:

Our General English program helps you:

We offer a range of General English programs starting at an elementary level, with a focus on:

Our 12-week English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programs provides direct pathways into the QUT foundation, diploma, or QUT degree programs for students who have already met the academic entry requirements for these academic programs. EAP also suits students who want to improve their language skills for professional or personal purposes.... [-]

The Academic English course at LAB Vancouver is designed to focus on

This course allows students to improve their reading skills and grammar accuracy in both spoken and written English.

In this class, a wide variety of reading texts are studied in detail. The diversity in content exposes students to a broad range of vocabulary and grammar, as well as literary forms.

Students practice reading comprehension and analyze relationships between words as they practice using new vocabulary in different contexts.... [-]

Fanshawe's 10-level EAP program is certified by Languages Canada and meets the language requirements for admission to Western University, Fanshawe and many other Ontario colleges. The EAP program and full-time professors will help you to gain confidence and fluency in using English as well as help you prepare for your next steps using the latest methods and technology.

The Manhattan College Intensive English Language Program (IELP) provides high-quality English-language instruction to speakers of other languages in order to meet their goals: Academic, professional, and personal. Instruction in reading, writing, listening, speaking, language structure, and other pertinent areas of English language acquisition are taught using the communicative method.

The Manhattan College IELP provides opportunities for students to experience cultural exchange both on-campus and in the greater community. The IELP is committed to academic excellence, intercultural communication and understanding, and attention to student interests and needs.... [-]

What is Academic English?

English is the primary global language of business, academia and international relations; it is the global lingua franca. A-level courses at Abbey College Cambridge and throughout the UK are taught in English, it will also be the language of instruction for the degree courses that you will go on to study at university.

Why study Academic English?

Whilst the overall benefits that mastering the English language brings are huge, if your primary goal is to be accepted into your chosen university in the UK or another English speaking country, you will be required to demonstrate a specified level of proficiency in English. This is usually demonstrated by a score in a recognised English language test, such as IELTS. Beyond this, a high level of English will have a very positive influence on your A levels, allowing you to understand more, write better, and achieve your maximum potential in your exam results. Also, it will help you get the most out of your time in the UK, allowing you to enjoy more clubs and activities, make friends, and better understand the country you are living in. Finally, looking ahead to your future, good quality English is almost certain to prove invaluable in your career, allowing you to work in an international context and access areas which might otherwise have been closed off to you.... [-]

FCE: Strong Upper Intermediate

Course duration: 10-12 weeks

CAE: Strong Advanced

Course duration: 10-12 weeks

CRICOS Code: 064512B (FCE), 072882J (CAE)

FCE and CAE are University of Cambridge English exam preparation courses for students who want to use everyday English at an advanced level.

These closed courses are both challenging and highly rewarding. Our expert Cambridge teachers will push you to develop all areas of English in under 12 weeks. Learn how to communicate confidently with native speakers on a wide range of topics. Get a detail understanding of high level English vocabulary and phrases. Produce clear and organised pieces of writing in an appropriate form.... [-]

The academically-rigorous program provides high-quality English language instruction and the skills to succeed at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Course length description: Spring: 15 weeks (including orientation) Summer: 14 weeks (including orientation) Fall: 15 weeks (including orientation)

What you'll learn:

The Intensive English Language Program (IELP) is an outstanding, fully-accredited language program that helps international students from all over the world develop their English language skills. It is offered at Spokane Falls Community College.

You will develop your English language skills quickly and acquire the academic and cultural competency you need to succeed.

When you complete this program, you can enter regular college courses at SFCC or SCC.

Whether you are a high-beginner or a more advanced English student, you will improve your skills in the IELP quickly because: