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TAMWOOD
Academic Pathway Program
vancouver
Academic Pathway Program
vancouver
Get the Academic English and Study Skills you
need to be admitted to a North American university
or college program at Tamwood Language
Centres in Vancouver.
Study in our Tamwood Academic Pathway Program and secure conditional admission into one of our partner universities
or colleges, or use this program to improve your IELTS score and academic English skills for admission to other post
secondary institutions.
Program Overview
The curriculum of this Academic Pathway Program was prepared through the cooperation of experts from World
Education Group of Academic English Professionals in the USA and an expert from one of the top two universities located
in the Greater Vancouver area. Extensive research, planning and curriculum development has gone into creating this
comprehensive and modern academic English program.
This program prepares students for North American post-secondary education and teaches advanced oral and written
English skills. Students learn academic research and presentation skills, to write university essays of 1000+ words,
strategies for teamwork in group projects, critical thinking, time management, study and note taking skills, exam
techniques, and IELTS preparation and practice.
If you answer yes to any of these questions,
this program is for you!
Table of
contents
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p 3 Program Overview
p 4 The Right Choice
p 5Levels
p 6 Pathway Partners, Program Advising
p 7 Pathway Partners, Admission
p 8 Contact Us, Awards, How To Apply
1. Do you want to do academic studies at an English
speaking college or university for a semester, a year or a
full degree?
2. Are you seeking sophisticated, high level instruction in
writing, speaking and academic skills?
3. Are you seeking a challenging upper level English course
with top level instructors and frequent assessments?
4. Do you want to achieve a high score on the IELTS exam?
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Academic Pathway Program
vancouver
Levels
7 Reasons Why Tamwood’s Academic Pathway
Program is the Right Choice
1. Our course is 25 lessons per week and each lesson is 50 minutes (not 45) so you get more contact time with the
teacher.
2. Small classes for a better learning experience.
Tamwood’s Academic
Pathway Program consists of 2 levels:
3. FREE personal coaching - our academic counseling staff will have one-to-one meetings with you to help you identify
how you can best achieve your educational goals.
English for Academic Purposes
4. Our teachers are all university graduates with training and certification to teach Academic English.
12 weeks - 25 lessons/week - successful
5. Nationality mix in our schools is very broad thanks to our work programs, international credentials and strong
reputation in the international education sector.
6. We include the IELTS official test (C$295 value) with each course level so students are not limited to applying only to
our pathway partner universities and colleges.
7. Accreditations and awards:
EAP 1 / EAP 2 Course Timetable
Level 1 (EAP 1)
Monday
graduates can achieve an IELTS score of 6.0
or higher and can progress to EAP 2 or directly
into specific university/college programs.
English for Academic Purposes
• One of only 2 Canadian schools accepted for membership in the exclusive International Association of Language
Centers (IALC)
Level 2 (EAP 2)
12 weeks - 25 lessons/week - successful
graduates achieve an IELTS 6.5 or higher and
• Accredited member of Languages Canada
pathway into a university or college program.
Tuesday
Wednesday Thursday
Friday
9:00am EAP
Integrated
12:00pm Skills
Typical
wrap up
of unit/
assessment
EAP
EAP
Integrated Integrated
Skills:
Skills
Typical start
of new unit
Connections
component
EAP
Integrated
Skills
12:00pm Lunch
break
1:00pm
Lunch
break
Lunch
break
Lunch break
Lunch
break
1:00pm EAP
Integrated
3:30pm Skills
EAP
Integrated
Skills
EAP
Integrated
Skills
Connections: No classes
Field work,
research,
group
projects, etc.
• Officially Recognized Organization with International Experience Canada, CIC
• Top 5 finalist for the STM Star School in North American Award in 2008-2013
Academic Pathway for Students
at all Levels:
•Weekly check
in with Program
Advisor
•Workshops and
Campus Tours
•Progress
Reports
•University
or College
Applications
•Admissions
requirements
•Transcripts sent
to University or
College
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With
Advisor
guidance,
Student
applies to
Tamwood
for General
English,
EAP1 or
EAP2
Tamwood
Pathway
Program
includes:
Program
Advisor
assistance
includes:
Acceptance
to University
or College
Follow up
session
with
Pathway
Program
Advisor
after
acceptance
Student’s
Current English
Level
Equivalent
Tamwood Level
Elementary
Tamwood Level 2 IELTS 2-2.5
graduates
Equivalent
IELTS Score
Total Weeks of
Pre-University
Study at Tamwood
52 weeks
Pre-Intermediate Tamwood Level 3 IELTS 3-3.5
graduates
36-48 weeks
Intermediate
Tamwood Level 4 (IELTS 4-4.5)
graduates
24-36 weeks
High
Intermediate
Tamwood Level 5 (IELTS 5-5.5)
graduates
12-24 weeks
Advanced
Tamwood Level 6 (IELTS 5.5-6)
graduates
12 weeks
Requirements
• Students take a placement test when applying
to determine their English level
• Students who test at Level 5 (High Intermediate)
begin in the EAP 1 course (12 weeks)
• Students who test at Level 6 or 7 (Advanced)
can take the EAP 2 course (12 weeks)
• Beginner and Intermediate students start in
General English classes and after completing
Level 5, students can begin the EAP 1 course
Take our
online test
This test will help you determine your English level and length of study. www.tamwood.com/ils.asp
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Tamwood’s Academic
pathway partners
Take this pre-university program to reach the English level for admission
to a post secondary institution offering:
• Bachelor Degrees
• Post Graduate Diplomas
• College Diplomas and Certificates
• MBA and Masters Degrees
College of the Rockies was rated the number 1 college in Canada in terms of satisfaction in a survey
Cambrian College is the largest of seven post-secondary institutions in Northern Ontario and offers more
of international students attending 25 colleges in Canada and number 2 out of 188 colleges worldwide
than 80 full-time programs. Students have the opportunity to combine hands-on learning with community
for “Overall Average” in a survey conducted by i-Graduate. One of the most sought after undergraduate
projects that enhance their networks, resumes and their job prospects before they have even graduated.
degrees offered at this college is their Bachelor of Business Administration in Sustainable Practices. You
Some of the most popular programs include: General Business, Tourism and Hotel and Restaurant
can also earn your Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Nursing here.
Management.
Royal Roads University is located in a stunning natural setting near Victoria, the capital of British
Conestoga College is Ontario’s fastest growing college and a leader in polytechnic education. Its career-
Columbia. The university has a rich academic history and with its ultra-modern facilities and cutting-edge
focused education programs – from apprenticeships to diplomas, degrees to post-graduate certificates,
classroom technology, students can experience a truly unique educational environment here. Royal Roads
continuing education and part-time studies – all reflect Ontario’s changing job market and give you the skills
University offers degrees in: Business Administration, International Business, Commerce (Entrepreneurial
and knowledge that today’s employers are seeking. Conestoga College’s post-graduation employment
Management), Arts (Professional Communication, Global Tourism Management, International Hotel
rate is 87.7%. Conestoga has a project-based learning model which provides the hands-on experience
Management).
that will prepare you for success in a wide range of potential careers including business and hospitality,
skilled trades, engineering and information technology, health and life sciences, community services and
SAIT, Canada’s Premier Polytechnic Institute located in Calgary, offers a high quality hands-on learning
media and design.
experience in high-tech facilities. Academic programs feature an average class size of 27 students
and a paid work practicum. Some of the most sought after degrees are: Bachelor of Applied Business
Lincoln University is located in the center of the San Francisco Bay Area in Oakland, California. Lincoln
Administration (Accounting), Bachelor of Applied Technology (Geographic Information Systems), Bachelor
University provides practical and affordable programs in Business Administration. This university has
of Applied Information Technology (Network Management), Bachelor of Applied Technology (Petroleum
developed extremely practical and multi-cultural programs.
Engineering).
Pathway Program Advising
Our Program Advisors will guide each student toward entrance to college or university.
Each student will meet with an Advisor throughout their Pathway program to determine
progress and plan for university or college admissions.
Advisors will:
• Guide students through every step of the university and college admissions and application processes
• Offer assistance with agency referrals for study visa applications
• Provide the opportunity for Pathway students to learn about international student services offered at our partner
campuses and to attend presentations, workshops and tours
• Follow up with students and our institutional partners after acceptance to ensure long term success and to
continually refine and enhance our curriculum
Tamwood has two types of
agreements with University
and College partners:
•University/College accepts Tamwood’s EAP 1 or EAP 2 graduates (NO IELTS or TOEFL requirement)
AND issues Conditional Acceptance Letters for Tamwood students.
•University/College issues Conditional Acceptance letters before EAP 1/EAP 2 students have the
required TOEFL or IELTS. This gives Tamwood students the advantage of knowing they have a space
reserved in their chosen program. Students must submit IELTS or TOEFL score to gain admission to
their chosen academic program.
*Agreements vary depending on the partner school. Please contact a Tamwood representative for details.
*Tamwood is currently negotiating with many other colleges and universities both in Canada and the USA for conditional acceptance of it
APP graduates. New pathway partnership agreements are being signed and Tamwood will continue to develop these partnerships. Contact
us for the latest list of pathway partners.
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TAMWOOD
Academic Pathway Program
vancouver
Take our
online test
This test will help you determine your
English level and length of study.
www.tamwood.com/ils.asp
How to Apply
1.Complete the Tamwood Course
Application Form and take the
APP English Assessment Test.
2.Tamwood confirms acceptance
to the program and issues the
Letter of Acceptance, pre-arrival
info pack and invoice.
3.Accommodation in homestay,
residence or hostel/hotel can be
arranged through Tamwood at
time of course booking. Contact
us for prices and details.
Tamwood International
230 - 842 Thurlow Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
Canada, V6E 1W2
Tel: +1 604 899 4480
Fax: +1 604 899 4481
Email: [email protected]
www.tamwood.com
Tamwood Vancouver
Campus
Tamwood International College is a privately owned British Columbia limited company.
Tamwood was founded in 1992 and received its first students in July 1993.