
As an ELC student, you don’t have to choose between studying hard and having fun. We’ll help you do both! Our campus programs combine a balance of intensive classes and social activities so that you can learn and live in English. You will form friendships, share your culture with others, learn about Canada and be part of a supportive community.
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On-campus programs provide:
- 18-22 class hours each week
- Homestay or dormitory accommodation
- medical coverage
- bus and gym pass
- ELC Study Centre and tutorials
- social and cultural activities

ELPI - Summer
This full-time program includes:
• 22 study hours per week (207 total program hours)
• Optional weekend activities
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English for Professional Communication
This full-time program combines English language classes and public speaking workshops.
• 20 hours of general English classes per week
• 16 hours of professional communication workshops
• Homestay accommodation and meals
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Foundations in Business English
This full-time program features general English classes plus afternoon workshops to build Business communication skills.
• 20 general English class hours per week
• 16 additional hours of Business English classes
• UVic Dormitory accommodation and meals
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Intensive English ELPI
This full-time program includes:
18 class hours/week in general or academic English
Up to 4 hours/week of Specialized Skills classes
ELC Learning Centre resources and workshops
Free and optional activities guided by Cultural Assistant staff
Homestay accommodation and meals
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Monthly English
This full-time program includes:
• 20 study hours per week (80 total program hours)
• ELC Learning Centre access after classes
• Free and optional activities
• Homestay accommodation and meals
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Summer Language and Culture
This full-time program includes:
• 20 class hours per week (60-120 total program hours)
• FULL calendar of activities led by Cultural Assistants
• UVic Dormitory accommodation and meals
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University Admission Preparation (UAP)
This full-time program includes:
• 20 class hours per week (260 total program hours)
• Offers Study Skills and Academic Integrity workshops
• Homestay accommodation and meals
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University Admission Preparation (UAP) and Canadian Studies
This intensive summer program includes:
• 20 class hours per week (80 total program hours)
• Two courses: "Advanced English" and "Introduction to Canadian Studies"
• Dormitory accommodation and meals
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University Pathway Program
This specialized first year program is the perfect option if you want to start your UVic degree but still need to meet UVic’s English language requirement. Choose from two streams: Social Sciences (includes economics and pre-business) or Science and Engineering.
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The English Language Centre (ELC) is proud to receive the 2023 award for Outstanding Program in International Education.
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We are thrilled to announce that the English Language Centre (ELC) has been named a finalist for the 2023 "Language Training Provider of the Year" award by Professionals in International Education (PIE).
Read StoryWith the return of more students to our on-campus English programs in 2022, we made the difficult decision in December to restrict any further applications for UVic Homestay accommodation for programs starting between January – August 2022.
Read StoryWe are delighted to announce that Dr. Seppy Masoodi has joined the UVic English Language Centre as its new Director, as of August 22, 2022.
Read StoryUVic Homestay has some important announcements to share regarding our placement policies and fees.
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The Division of Continuing Studies is very fortunate to have a Regulated International Students Immigration Advisor (RISIA) as part of its Registration and Student Services Team. Find out answers to common immigration questions.
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This year, as a host institution for the Programa Proyecta del Estado de México the ELC welcomed 110 students from Mexico State to our July Summer Language & Culture and Monthly English programs in October and November.
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In November, students from 2 ELPI classes organized a fundraiser bake sale for a not-for-profit organization that provides start-up funding for educational, agricultural and community projects in Africa (mainly Uganda) so that they can become sustain
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