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General & Academic English

General English Courses

IH Vancouver proudly offers English courses from beginner to advanced at all levels. Our flexible schedule and various available classes allow you to study exactly what you want to achieve your personal goals.

What is an ESL Program

The General English ESL program at IH Vancouver is a comprehensive language course designed to improve overall English proficiency. The program covers speaking, listening, reading, and writing, providing a solid foundation for academic, professional, and everyday communication.

What you get

English Levels Explained

Daily Schedule

50 Minute classes with 10-minute breaks
What a typical day at IH would look like

Our General English (ESL) Courses​

Part-time ESL Programs

Semi Intensive AM (morning classess)

This program is recommended for students who:

  • work or volunteer in the afternoons.
  • only need to study part-time.

15 lessons per week

The IHV-15 AM program allows you to study in our core General English program from 8:50 to 11:40 am, Monday to Friday
Your classes are divided by level to ensure they meet your needs.

* This part-time program is open for students not requiring a study-permit.
Check here to see if you need a study permit.

Semi Intensive Plus AM (morning classess)
  • This program is recommended for students who:

    • wish to attend the core classes only
    • need to finish school before 3:00 pm

20 lessons per week

The IHV-20 AM program runs from 8:50 to 1:20 pm.
This program also allows you to study in our core General English program at your level, plus focusing on Speaking and Listening after lunch break.

* This program is open for students on a tourist visa and a study permit.
Check here to see if you need a study permit.

Semi Intensive PM (Evening classes)

This program is recommended for students who:

  • are unable to attend school in the morning.
  • only need to study part-time.

15 Lessons per week

The IHV-15 PM program allows you to take classes from our wide selection of electives from 1:30 to 4:20 pm.
Your classes are divided by level to ensure they meet your needs.

* This part-time program is open for students not requiring a study-permit.
Check here to see if you need a study permit.

Full-Time ESL Programs (Learn English Fast)

Intensive 30 Lessons per week

This program is recommended for students who:

  • want to study full-time.
  • want to be able to take the widest variety of courses available.

30 Lessons per week

The IHV-30 program runs from 8:50 am to 3:20 pm.
This program also allows you to take classes in General English as well as from our selection of specialty classes (Business English, Test Preparation, English for Academic Purposes)
This program allows you to choose from the wide variety of electives available.

* This program is open for students on a tourist visa and a study permit.
Check here to see if you need a study permit.

Intensive Plus 35 Lessons per week

This program is recommended for students who:

  • want to really maximize their study time.
  • want to improve their English as quickly as possible.

35 Lessons per week

The IHV-35 program runs from 8:50 am to 4:20 pm.
This program also allows you to take classes in General English as well as from our selection of specialty classes (Business English, Test Preparation, English for Academic Purposes)
This program allows you to choose from the wide variety of electives available.

* This program is open for students on a tourist visa and a study permit. Check here to see if you need a study permit.

Program Information

For Adults 19+ and Young Adults

Regular Course Fee:

Duration General English

Intakes

Delivery

Course Objectives

How to Apply

Partner Institutions

IH Vancouver is careful in selecting the universities and colleges it partners with. Our partner schools share our dedication to providing the best education and opportunities to our students.
All IH students receive ongoing academic advice during their studies. We assist our students throughout the application process and transition to their post secondary studies.

In-house testing available for​ :

Get Assessed and know your level

Don’t Know You Level yet??

*This test will only assess your reading, writing and vocabulary levels. You are still requierd to provide an interview to properly assess your overall level. Your level may fall one level above or below the level provided in the result based on your interview performance.

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Complete the application process online!

Exam preparation classes available for