Académie Linguistique Charlemagne, Montreal, Canada
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| 20.00 % discount | 20.00 % discount on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 8 weeks. Only valid for bookings at this website. before 31.03.2010. |
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| 20.00 % discount | 20.00 % discount on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 8 weeks. Only valid for bookings at this website. before 29.05.2010. Only valid for courses starting before 31.05.2010. |
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General Information on Académie Linguistique Charlemagne
The language school Académie Linguistique Charlemagne was founded in Montreal, Canada in 2005. The school is situated in the Latin Quarter, between St. Denis and Berri streets, in the heart of Montreal.
Facilities
The school has a video room and a library corner. There are free software programs for supplementary training. You can also join the free Café Linguistique (one or 2 times/week).
Accreditations and Quality seals of Académie Linguistique Charlemagne, Montreal
Emploi Québec (Francisation - Immigration Interview), TOEFL center
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Pierre E. Trudeau. It takes 30 m minutes by car to school.
2.1. Language School Académie Linguistique Charlemagne in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 120 Adult courses throughout the year: 90 Junior courses in summer: 60 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 9 throughout the year: 6 | |
| French teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree 100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | yes | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 17 years throughout the year: 25 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 17 years 13 years for specific Junior courses | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 10 % Germany 15 % England 5 % France 10 % Holland 3 % | Italy 5 % Japan 2 % Switzerland 10 % Spain 15 % USA 10 % |
3. French Courses
Schools also offers courses to learn Chinese, English, German, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | 315 | 577 | 785 | 995 | 1232 | 1479 | 1968 | 2408 | 2883 | 220 |
| This course consists of the 4 language components and allows students to progress rapidly in the targeted language. The morning class focuses on interactive grammar, role play, reading and writing. The afternoon class focuses on oral exercises, including listening, role play and speaking. 25 hours = 32 hours/week including 2 hours Café Linguistique & 5 hours Language lab. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010, 01.Feb.2010, 01.Mar.2010, 29.Mar.2010, 26.Apr.2010, 24.May.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 02.Aug.2010, 30.Aug.2010, 27.Sep.2010, 25.Oct.2010, 29.Nov.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:00 Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:45 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | 190 | 347 | 470 | 597 | 735 | 882 | 1176 | 1418 | 1701 | 137 |
| This program focuses on interactive grammar, role play, reading and writing. 15 hours = 22 hours/week including 2 hours Café Linguistique & 5 hours Language Lab. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010, 01.Feb.2010, 01.Mar.2010, 29.Mar.2010, 26.Apr.2010, 24.May.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 02.Aug.2010, 30.Aug.2010, 27.Sep.2010, 25.Oct.2010, 29.Nov.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | -- | -- | -- | 398 | 497 | 597 | 792 | 990 | 1182 | 98 |
| This course is ideal for people who need to learn to communicate quickly and effectively. Based on real-life situations, this course consists of the 4 language components and focuses 70% on oral expression and comprehension. 10 hours = 17 hours/week including 2 hours of Café Linguistique & 5 hours Language Lab. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010, 01.Feb.2010, 01.Mar.2010, 29.Mar.2010, 26.Apr.2010, 24.May.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 02.Aug.2010, 30.Aug.2010, 27.Sep.2010, 25.Oct.2010, 29.Nov.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Afternoon: 16:00 - 18:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 270 | -- | -- |
| This program is only available on Saturday mornings. This course is designed for native or non-native speakers who have difficulties in writing and reading comprehension. Fixed duration: 10 weeks. 3 hours = 6 hours/week including 2 hours Café Linguistique & 1 hour Language Lab. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: Every Monday 30.Jan.2010, 06.Mar.2010, 17.Apr.2010, 22.May.2010, 03.Jul.2010, 24.Jul.2010, 28.Aug.2010, 18.Sep.2010, 23.Oct.2010, 27.Nov.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:00 Afternoon: 15:30 - 18:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | 600 | 1140 | 1710 | 2160 | 2850 | 3150 | 4080 | 4500 | 5400 | 420 |
| This course is ideal for those with irregular schedules. Each session is adapted to the student's specific language needs, ensuring rapid progress in the target language. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Beginner level start only: | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 8:30 - 12:00 Afternoon: 12:30 - 21:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | -- | 1200 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This French course is ideal for those aged 50 years or older who wish to learn French and discover the many cultural aspects of Montreal through total immersion. The price includes accommodation with a host family, but we also offer accommodation in a hotel, residence or furnished apartment. 15 academic hours + 15 hours cultural activities per week. Course duration: 2 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 21.Feb.2010, 23.May.2010, 03.Oct.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:10 - 12:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | 320 | -- | -- | 597 | -- | -- |
| This course is open for all people over 16 years of age. Course duration: 5 weeks. 6 hours = 9 hours/week including 2 hours of Café Linguistique and 2 hours Language Lab. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 25.Jan.2010, 01.Mar.2010, 12.Apr.2010, 17.May.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 19.Jul.2010, 23.Aug.2010, 13.Sep.2010, 18.Oct.2010, 22.Nov.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Afternoon: 18:10 - 21:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | 505 | 927 | 1237 | 1495 | 1785 | 2140 | 2851 | 3517 | 4214 | 333 |
| 25 hours standard classes + 5 hours specialised individual classes/week (meeting twice weekly). You can choose from the following specialised programs: Business, Secretarial, Tourism & Hotel, Science & Technology, Law and Medical. 30 hours = 37 hours/week including 2 hours Café Linguistique & 5 hours Language Lab. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Beginner level start only: 04.Jan.2010, 01.Feb.2010, 01.Mar.2010, 29.Mar.2010, 26.Apr.2010, 24.May.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 02.Aug.2010, 30.Aug.2010, 27.Sep.2010, 25.Oct.2010, 29.Nov.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 14:45 Afternoon: 15:15 - 18:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | -- | -- | -- | 510 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This course consists of the 4 language components required in the TOEFL exam. Classes meet 3 times weekly. Duration 4 weeks. 40 academic hours + 30 hours Laboratory Training + 7 hours (optional) Cafe Linguistique and Language Lab. | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 15:10 - 18:00 Afternoon: 18:10 - 21:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | -- | -- | -- | 510 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This course focuses on the components required for the TFI test: Oral comprehension - Writing - Grammar - Vocabulary. Classes 3 times a week (9 lessons + 6 hours of training). Duration 4 weeks. 40 academic hours + 30 hours training + 7 hours (optional) Cafe Linguistique and Language Lab. | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 15:10 - 18:00 Afternoon: 18:10 - 21:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in Can $ | -- | -- | -- | 510 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| The TCF is the National Education Ministry's French level test. In Quebec, as of October 16, 2006, the Ministry of Immigration and Cultural Communities (MICC) requires that all those opening an immigration file in Quebec have to prove their level of French by taking the "TCF for Quebec". Classes 3 times a week. Duration 4 weeks. 40 academic hours + 30 hours training + 7 hours (optional) Cafe Linguistique and Language Lab. | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Afternoon: 15:10 - 18:00 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
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| Note: All courses offered by Académie Linguistique Charlemagne, Montreal can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 55 minutes |
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| School's administrative fee: | 95.00 Can $ |
| Individual classes: | Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 40 Can $. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses. |
| Exams offered: | TOEFL , TOEIC , TFI , TCF , Immigration Interview |
| Average examination results: | 99% at TOEFL 95 at TOEIC 99 at TFI 95 at TCF 99% at Immigration Interview |
| School closed: | In 2010 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2010, 02.Apr.2010, 05.Apr.2010, 24.May.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 06.Sep.2010, 11.Oct.2010, 25.Dec.2010, 26.Dec.2010, 11.Nov.2010, 24.Jun.2010 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Chinese, Russian, German, French, Spanish, English |
| Languages taught at the school: | Display Chinese courses + Display English courses + Display German courses + Display Portuguese courses + Display Russian courses + Display Spanish courses |
| Comments about courses: | Please specify on the enrollment form if you would like to study English or French. |
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in Can $ | 235 | 470 | 705 | 940 | 235 | 50 |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Air conditioning, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | ||||||
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| Price in Can $ | 253 | 506 | 759 | 1012 | 253 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Air conditioning, Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | ||||||
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| Comment | It is important that students arrive no later than 8pm with the host family. If this is not possible, ALC must be notified at least two weeks in advance. |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | yes |
| Single room | always |
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing |  | 1 km | ||
| Golf | | 8 km | ||
| Horse riding | | 15 km | ||
| Mountainbiking | | 2 km | ||
| Music | | 1 km | ||
| Sailing | | 25 km | ||
| Skiing | | 25 km | ||
| Squash | | 5 km | ||
| Tennis | | 2 km | ||
| Volleyball | | 5 km | ||
| Other leisure options: | Theater, cinema. | |||
| Examples of social activities organised by Académie Linguistique Charlemagne: | Football match - La Ronde (amusement park) | |||
| No. of reviews: | 16 |
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| Overall rating |  4.1/5.0 (Details) |
| City |  4.7/5.0 |
| Organisation | 3.9/5.0 |
| Facilities |  3.7/5.0 |
| Social activities | 3.6/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 4.4/5.0 |
| Value for money | 4.1/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family | 3.9/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 4.7/5.0 |
| Other |  4.8/5.0 |
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Académie Linguistique Charlemagne, Montreal, Canada
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