GEOS, Vancouver, Canada
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General Information on Vancouver
Vancouver is Canada´s 3rd largest city beautifully situated with ocean and mountains surround the city. The city boasts Stanley park with a 10 thousand acre park of forest, beaches, cicling and running paths. With the beauty of the natural environment and the city's role as a haven for former hippies and counter-culture types, it is not too surprising that organisations such as Greenpeace sprang up here. But Vancouver is also the commercial and cultural heart of Canada's West Coast and a major convention and tourist destination.
Events during which it may be particularly attractive to visit Vancouver :
Fireworks Festival (30.Jul)
Cost of living in Canada
In the opinion of finance experts the price of a Big Mac is a good indicator of living expenses. The price of a Big Mac in Canada is around US$ 1.94.
General Information on GEOS
The language school GEOS was founded in Vancouver, Canada in 1987. The school is located in the heart of beautiful downtown Vancouver. It is surrounded by restaurants, shops and numerous sightseeing spots.
Click here for a detailed Vancouver city guideFacilities
Large rooms, Internet access, bright windows in most class rooms, snack/drink machines, microwaves.
Accreditation & Organisation memberships of GEOS, Vancouver
CEC Languages Canada
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Vancouver International. It takes 40 minutes by car/bus to school.
2.1. Language School GEOS in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 250 Adult courses throughout the year: 120 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 6 throughout the year: 6 | |
| English 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: 21 years throughout the year: 25 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 16 years | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 5 % China 2 % France 2 % | Japan 35 % Korea 30 % Switzerland 2 % Spain 7 % |
All prices in Can $ (convert currency) Below the original school prices are displayed. The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.
| 1 Full-TimeLessons per week: 19 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | 300 | 550 | 825 | 1040 | 1300 | 1560 | 2080 | 2600 | 3060 | 255 |
| The classes take place Mon-Thu (9-11:15 am and 12:15-2:30 pm) + Fri (9-11am). Starting times may change during summer time. Prices for enrolments over 16 weeks upon request. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 11:15 Afternoon: 12:15 - 14:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 2 IntensiveLessons per week: 31 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | -- | -- | -- | 1240 | 1550 | 1860 | 2480 | 3110 | 3660 | 305 |
| The classes take place Mon-Thu (9-11:15 am and 12:15-2:30 pm) + Fri (9-11am). In the afternoon students choose an elective class. Minimum duration: 4 weeks. Prices for enrolments over 16 weeks upon request. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 11:15 Afternoon: 12:15 - 16:15 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 3 Part-TimeLessons per week: 10 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | 200 | 350 | 525 | 640 | 800 | 960 | 1280 | 1600 | 1860 | 155 |
| Students can choose AM or PM classes. Starting times may change during summer time. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 11:15 Afternoon: 12:15 - 14:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 4 TEC (Teaching English to Children)Lessons per week: 25 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | -- | -- | -- | 1200 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This full-time 4-week course (total 100 hours) introduces students to the skills needed to teach English to children. Upon completion, a practicum can be arranged at a local elementary school ($200). Friday course time: 9:00 to 12:00. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 31.Mar, 28.Apr, 23.Jun, 21.Jul, 15.Sep, 14.Oct | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 11:15 Afternoon: 12:15 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| 5 Listening and Pronunciation (Mon - Thu)Lessons per week: 8 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | 125 | 200 | 360 | 400 | -- | -- | 700 | -- | 1000 | 75 |
| Good for improving both listening comprehension and spoken pronunciation. . Course times: Mon-Thu: 2:45 to 4:15 Course duration: 1-4, 8 or 12 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Afternoon: 14:45 - 16:15 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 6 Writing course (Mon - Thu)Lessons per week: 8 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | -- | -- | -- | 400 | -- | -- | 700 | -- | 1000 | 75 |
| Good for improving academic and business writing. Course duration: 4, 8 or 12 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 01.Mar, 31.Mar, 28.Apr, 26.May, 23.Jun, 21.Jul, 18.Aug, 15.Sep, 14.Oct, 10.Nov, 08.Dec | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Afternoon: 14:45 - 16:15 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| 7 Business English Course (Mon - Thu)Lessons per week: 8 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | 125 | 250 | 360 | 400 | -- | -- | 700 | -- | 1000 | -- |
| Classes are scheduled due to demand. Course times: Mon-Thu: 2:45 to 4:15 Course duration: 1-4, 8 or 12 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Afternoon: 14:45 - 16:15 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| 8 TESOLLessons per week: 25 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | -- | -- | -- | 1200 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This full-time 4-week course (total 100 hours) has been designed to introduce students to the basic skills required for future work as an ESL teacher. Friday course time: 9:00 to 12:00. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: 03.Mar, 26.May, 18.Aug | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 11:15 Afternoon: 12:15 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| 9 TOEFLLessons per week: 10 / Max. group size: 8 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | 300 | 550 | 825 | 1040 | 1300 | 1560 | 2080 | 2600 | 3060 | 255 |
| Course times: Mon-Thu: 9:00 to 11:15 and Fri: 9:00 to 11:00. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 11:15 Afternoon: 12:15 - 14:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) | |||||||||
| 10 TOEIC AdvancedLessons per week: 10 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | -- | -- | -- | 700 | -- | -- | 1300 | -- | 1850 | 138 |
| For Students with scores over 600, interested in improving vocabulary and grammar especially related to business English. Course times: Mon-Thu: 2:45-5:15 and Friday: 12:00 to 2:30. Course duration: 4, 8 or 12 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| 11 TOEIC IntermediateLessons per week: 10 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price Can $ | -- | -- | -- | 700 | -- | -- | 1300 | -- | 1850 | -- |
| For students with scores under 600. Two official TOEIC tests are included in the tuition. Course times: Mon-Thu: 2:45 to 4:45 Course duration: 4, 8 or 12 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: 11.Jan, 08.Feb, 07.Mar, 04.Apr, 02.May, 30.May, 27.Jun, 25.Jul, 22.Aug, 19.Sep, 17.Oct, 14.Nov, 12.Dec | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Afternoon: 14:45 - 16:45 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 50 minutes |
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| Note: All courses offered by GEOS, Vancouver 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. | |
| Inscription fee: | 100.00 Can $ |
| Prices include: | For adult courses: a minimun of one free organized leisure activity per week, Language level placement at first day of course, Free certificate of course attendance, Wireless LAN zone at school, Internet access, tuition |
| Course material: | Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately $80 Can $. |
| Exams offered: | TOEFL , TOEIC |
| Average examination results: | 70 at TOEFL 750 at TOEIC |
| School closed: | National holidays in Canada: 01.Jan, 21.Mar, 22.Mar, 23.Mar, 24.Mar, 19.May, 01.Jul, 01.Sep, 13.Oct, 11.Nov, 25.Dec, 26.Dec And also on the following dates 04.Aug |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Japanese, Korean, English |
| Languages taught at the school: | English |
| The price for every additional week may differ depending on course duration. | |
All prices in Can $ (convert currency)
| 1 Hostel (single room) From 210 Can $ week | ||||
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| 2 Hostel shared room (multiple beds) From 98 Can $ week | ||||
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| 3 Homestay // Single room, half-board | ||||
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| / Distance from school: 60 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
| Price Can $ | 180 | 720 | 200 | |
| Full board on weekends. Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Half board (breakfast + 1 meal), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 27 Can $ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||
| 4 Homestay // Single room, full board | ||||
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| / Distance from school: 60 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
| Price Can $ | 190 | 760 | 200 | |
| Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 28 Can $ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||
| 5 Hostelling International | ||||
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| / Distance from school: 15 minutes walking | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
| Price Can $ | 218 | -- | -- | |
| Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Price extra night: 31 Can $ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||
| Comment | Homestays only accept a maximum of two students, each of a different nationality. Exceptions can be made if younger students who are travelling alone request otherwise. |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | yes |
| Single room | always |
| Optional airport transfer: | yes, for 90 Can $ (one way) |
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| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing |  | 2 km | ||
| Diving | | 0 km | ||
| Golf | | 5 km | ||
| Horse riding | | 5 km | ||
| Mountainbiking | | 5 km | ||
| Music | | 2 km | ||
| Sailing | | 2 km | ||
| Skiing | | 10 km | ||
| Squash | | 2 km | ||
| Tennis | | 2 km | ||
| Volleyball | | 2 km | ||
| Windsurfing | | 2 km | ||
| Other leisure options: | Hiking, snowboarding, fishing, whale watching, scenic cruises | |||
| Examples of social activities organised by GEOS: | Cultural exchange, coffee talk, pot luck parties, parties etc. | |||
| No. of evaluations: | 1 |
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GEOS, Vancouver, Canada
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