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EF International Language CenterVancouver, Canada

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Price at School 555€
From 528€ per week
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What we like about the school
  • Student lounge features comfortable seating area and flatscreen TV.
  • Situated close to public transportation for easy access to Sunset Beach and Stanley Park.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: EF International Language Center Vancouver is located in the beautiful green city of Vancouver, BC, Canada. The school is in a downtown loft-style building, a few minutes from the trendy cafés of Gastown, the shops of Robson Street, and the seawall at Stanley Park. EF Vancouver is well placed, giving students easy access to many of the city centre's attractions, the Vancouver Art Gallery, Science World, Roger's Arena and BC Place Stadium, all just moment's walk from the school's front doors. The Stadium-Chinatown Subway station is also just a short walk from the school, ensuring students have Vancouver's attractions within easy reach. Vancouver International Airport is within a 20-minute drive of the school, allowing all international arrivals and departures to be made with ease.

School facilities: The school's facilities are exemplary of what is necessary to reach language goals in a comfortable environment. Classrooms are spacious and have excellent lighting, offering fantastic opportunities for student engagement. Facilities include a cafeteria, a computer lab, a lounge area and free WIFI. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating and have ample natural light to ensure an optimal learning environment for all.

Course selection: Course selection with EF Vancouver is extensive, offering programmes to students of all levels throughout the whole year. In addition to General English programmes, over a variety of schedules and intensities, the school also provides several Exam Preparation programmes and Internship programmes with local industries.

Accommodation: Programmes with EF Vancouver are available with or without accommodation. The school has several options for accommodation in Homestay, Student residence and Shared Apartments.

School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!

EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.

Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
  • The language school EF International Language Center was founded in Vancouver, Canada in 1965.
  • Legal name / parent company: EF Language Colleges Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
  • Abbreviated name of school: EF Vancouver
  • The school is an official exam center
    The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

English Courses

General Language
Exam Preparation

Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center

Comments about courses

The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
1-6 weeks is EUR 55
7-12 weeks is EUR 95
13-18 weeks is EUR 145
19-24 weeks is EUR 195
25-30 weeks is EUR 245
31-36 weeks is EUR 295
37-42 weeks is EUR 345
43-48 weeks is EUR 395
49-52 weeks is EUR 445.

Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).

Students must book travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Vancouver. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:

  • Two weeks: EUR 85.
  • Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
    Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.

    Accommodation:
  • The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 50 per week.
  • Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
  • Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
    Classes are likely to take place on some days in the morning and other days in the afternoon. Students will be given the exact timetable closer to the start date. These are sample times and lessons will fall within the time frames stated depending on availability and time of year.
Lesson duration
40 minutes
School's administrative fee
150.00 €
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 120 €. 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.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 20 May 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.

Lessons needed per English language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Note: All courses offered by EF International Language Center, Vancouver can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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  • Class in progress
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  • EF Students in the lounge area
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  • Break between classes
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  • Corridor in EF Vancouver
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  • Foosball during the break
    Foosball during the break13/18
  • Stairs in EF Vancouver
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  • EF Computer lab in Vancouver
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  • School Lounge EF Vancouver
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EF International Language Center (EF)

Accreditations and Quality seals
Languages CanadaPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at EF International Language Center and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Lounge

  • Table soccer / football

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Classroom equipment

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 15
    Number of public PC workstations: 50
    Paid parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

Additional comment about facilities of school

The school is in the downtown core so all services are easily accessible within minutes of the school.

Student Age

Minimum age of students
16 years

Airport transfer

Vancouver International Airport:
175 € return (both ways)
More information about airports around Vancouver and how to get from the airport to Vancouver on your own here on our Vancouver page.

Visa Documents

You can travel and study a language course for a limited number of hours a week just applying for the visa waiver programme online.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
South America: 85 €
,
Africa: 85 €
,
Asia: 85 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possible
Baseball
Basketball
Dancing
Diving
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Ice Hockey
Mountainbiking
Music
Rugby
Sailing
Skiing
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Examples of free activities:
Saturday day trips hiking (summer/fall/spring)
Trivia & conversation clubs (year-round)
Monday Sports league (spring & summer)
Arts & Crafts (after school on campus)
Movie nights/Arts & Crafts (winter)
Bocce/disc golf (summer) & snowboarding, snowshoeing, skiing (winter)
Outdoor Ice skating (winter only)

Adults - Paid activities

Examples of excursions and other activities:
- Kayaking & paddleboarding (spring/summer)
- Biking (year-round)
- Trips to Rocky Mountains: 4 days, twin or single accommodation. Ages 17+ only.
- Victoria, 1 day
- Tofino (Vancouver Island), 3 days. Ages 17+ only.

Action and Discovery Packs:

Action Pack
Action Pack - Stanley Park Bicycle Ride - (APVAN)
A 2.5 hour tour around Stanley Park, includes bicycle & helmet rental. Stanley Park is considered by Trip Advisor the best city park in the world. Home to rose gardens, biking/hiking trails, lakes, the Aquarium, and local wildlife, this 1000 acre park is absolutely amazing.

Discovery Pack
Discovery Pack - Victoria & Whistler Sightseeing - (DCPVAN)
Students visit the beautiful capital of British Columbia by ferry and then bus.The ferry takes a scenic route through small islands. Once in Victoria students have add-on options such as whale - watching through summer and fall or can see various museums and the famous Butchart gardens year-round. Whistler is a famous ski resort and main site of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Students can ski or snowboard through the winter and spring.

Accommodation

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750 Cambie Street, Suite 200 - BC V6B 2 Vancouver
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FAQ about EF International Language Center, Vancouver

  • English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 528 € for Summer Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Vancouver International Airport ( €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (General Course + Accommodation) to 17 students (General Course + Accommodation)
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.

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