Academic Pathway ProgramTAMWOOD

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Table of contents p 3 Program Overview

p 4 The Right Choice

p 5 Levels

p 6 Pathway Partners, Program Advising

p 7 Pathway Partners, Admission

p 8 Contact Us, Awards, How To Apply

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Academic Pathway Program

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 to secure conditional admission into one of our partner universities

or colleges, or use this program to help improve your IELTS score and academic English skills for admission to other post

secondary institutions.

The curriculum of this Academic Pathway Program uses some of the best published materials, and was developed by

EAP experts from world class universities. 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 extended university essays, strategies

for teamwork in group projects, critical thinking, time management, study and note taking skills, exam techniques, and

IELTS preparation and practice.

Program Overview

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?

If you answer yes to any of these questions, this program is for you!

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7 Reasons Why Tamwood’s Academic Pathway Program is the Right Choice1. Our course is 25 lessons per week and each lesson is 50 minutes so you get more contact time with the teacher.

2. Small classes for a better learning experience.

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.

4. Our teachers are all university graduates with training and experience in teaching Academic English.

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:

• One of only a few Canadian schools accepted for membership in the exclusive International Association of Language Centers (IALC)

• Accredited member of Languages Canada

• Officially Recognized Organization with International Experience Canada, CIC

• Winner of the STM Star School in North American Award 2013 and top 5 finalist in 2008-2012

Academic Pathway Program

Follow up session with Pathway Program Advisor after acceptance

With Advisor guidance, Student applies to Tamwood for General English, EAP1 or EAP2

^Tamwood Pathway Program includes:

^• Weekly check

in with Program Advisor

• Workshops and Campus Tours

• Progress Reports

• University or College Applications

• Admissions requirements

• Transcripts sent to University or College

^Program Advisor assistance includes:

Acceptance to University or College

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Levels

English for Academic Purposes

Level 1 (EAP 1)

12 weeks - 25 lessons/week - successful

graduates can achieve an IELTS score of 6.0

or higher and can progress to EAP 2 or directly

into specific university/college programs.

Tamwood’s AcademicPathway Program consists of 2 levels:

EAP 2 Course Timetable

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

9:00am - 12:00pm

EAP Integrated Skills Typical wrap up of unit/ assessment

EAP Integrated Skills:Typical start of new unit

EAP Integrated Skills

Connections component Academic Life - “Top and Trips”

EAP Integrated Skills

12:00pm -1:00pm

Lunch break

Lunch break

Lunch break

Lunch break Lunch break

1:00pm- 3:30pm

EAP Integrated Skills

EAP Integrated Skills

EAP Integrated Skills

Connections:Field work, research, group projects, etc.

No classes

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 the

General English program and after successfully

completing and graduating from Level 4, they

can apply for the EAP 1 course

Take our online testThis test will help you determine your English level and length of study. www.tamwood.com/ils.asp

Academic Pathway for Students

at all Levels:

Student’s Current English Level

Equivalent Tamwood Level

Equivalent IELTS Score

Total Weeks of Pre-University Study at Tamwood

Elementary Tamwood Level 2 graduates

IELTS 2-2.5 52 weeks

Pre-Intermediate Tamwood Level 3 graduates

IELTS 3-3.5 36-48 weeks

Intermediate Tamwood Level 4 graduates

(IELTS 4-4.5) 24-36 weeks

High Intermediate

Tamwood Level 5 graduates

(IELTS 5-5.5) 12-24 weeks

Advanced Tamwood Level 6 graduates

(IELTS 5.5-6) 12 weeks

English for Academic Purposes

Level 2 (EAP 2) 12 weeks - 25 lessons/week - successful

graduates achieve an IELTS 6.5 or higher and

pathway into a university or college program.

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Acadia University (Wolfvill, NS)Popular programs: B.A. in Economics with Business, Bachelor of Computer Science, Recreation Management

Cambrian College (Brampton ON, Sudbury ON, Vancouver BC) Popular programs: Business Accounting Diploma, Graphic Design Advanced Diploma, Network Technician Diploma

• 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 has two types of agreements with University and College partners:

Conestoga College (Kitchener, ON)Popular programs: Bachelor of Business Administration (Co-op), Architecture - Project and Facility Management (Co-op), Interior Design (Co-op)

Lincoln University (San Francisco Bay, Oakland, CA, USA) Popular programs: Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Administration

Executive Hotel Management College(Vancouver, BC) Popular programs: 1-Year Hotel Management Diploma + Practical Work Placement, Dual Hotel/Food & Beverage Diploma+ Paid Co-Op Placement

Vancouver Island University (Nanaimo, BC)Popular Programs: co-operative education and internships in programs such as Culinary Arts, Computer Science, Tourism, Hospitality, Fisheries & Aquaculture, Interior Design, or Graphic Design.

College of the Rockies (Cranbrook, BC)Popular degrees: Tourism and Recreation Management, College Preparation/ BC Adult Graduate Diploma, Graduate Certificate in Global Studies

Tamwood’s Academicpathway partners

Royal Roads University (Victoria, BC)Popular degrees: Bachelor of Business Administration in Sustainability and International Business, Master of Arts In Tourism Management, Bachelor of Arts in International Hotel Management

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology(Calgary, AB) Popular degrees: Bachelor of Applied Business Administration, Bachelor of Applied Technology, Bachelor of Applied Information Technology, Bachelor of Applied Technology (Petroleum Engineering).

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 or visithttp://tamwood.com/tam_university_partners.asp

Professional Instruction and Support

Langara College (Vancouver, BC)Popular programs: University of British Columbia (UBC) Transfer Program

Kwantlen Polytechnic University University (Richmond BC, Surrey BC, Cloverdale BC, Langley BC)Popular programs: Bachelor of Arts in Criminology, Accounting BBA, Marketing Management BBA, Sustainable Agriculture: Bachelor of Applied Science

Georgian College (Barrie, ON)Popular programs: Bachelor of Business - Automotive Management, Research Analyst Program

Bishop’s University (Sherbrooke, QC)Popular programs: Bachelor of Business Administration, programs in the areas of economics, environmental studies and geography, politics and international studies, psychology, sociology and sports studies

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Tamwood’s Academicpathway partners

• Guide students through every step of the university and college admissions and application and admissions

• 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

Pathway Program AdvisingOur 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:

Professional Instruction and Support

Education• Bachelor of European Law Honours Degree, University of Warwick, UK and University

of Lille II, France

• Masters in Sociolinguistics (Distinction), University of Essex, UK

• PhD Sociolinguistics, University of London, UK

• ESL teaching diploma, Trinity College, UK

• TESL Canada Certification

Teaching Experience and Curriculum Development• English teaching in the UK, Japan, and Canada

• Programs include IELTS, TOEIC, BEC, EAP, General English, Business English, Teacher Training

• Curriculum development in EAP and IELTS

Angela knows firsthand how it feels to be an international student! She did a first degree

in European Law, in the UK and France and progressed up to the PhD in Linguistics from

University of London. She taught Linguistics to undergraduates and postgraduates as well

as ESL programs. Angela is TESL Canada certified to the highest level, and has taught at

university level and in language schools in Canada specializing in EAP, IELTS preparation,

materials writing and teacher training. She has presented at professional conferences and

mentored on teacher training courses. She has also worked as an ESL IT Coordinator, so

can give students tips and advice about online resources to help them in all aspects of their

studies. In addition to her strong academic and professional background, Angela goes the

extra mile to make sure her lessons are stimulating and enjoyable, giving students the skills,

language and confidence they need to succeed at university, wherever that may be!

Angela Belcham,Academic Pathway Program Manager

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Take this pre-university program to reach the English level foradmission to a post secondary institution offering:

• Bachelor Degrees

• College Diplomas and Certificates

• Post Graduate Diplomas

• MBA and Masters Degrees

Tamwood International 230 - 842 Thurlow Street

Vancouver, British Columbia

Canada, V6E 1W2

Tel: +1 604 899 4480

Fax: +1 604 899 4481

Email: home@tamwood.com

Tamwood International College is a privately owned British Columbia limited company.Tamwood was founded in 1992 and received its first students in July 1993.

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Campus

Academic Pathway ProgramTAMWOOD

This test will help you determine yourEnglish level and length of study.

www.tamwood.com/ils.asp

Take our

online test

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.

How to Apply

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