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Real English – ESL Foundation Program

TORONTO CANADA

Ryerson’s English as an Additional Language Institute

ryerson.ca/realinstitute

REAL ENGLISH — ESL FOUNDATION PROGRAM

The Real Institute’s ESL Foundation Program is designed for students who have met academic qualifi-cations for admission to a Ryerson University undergraduate program, but do not meet the minimum English proficiency requirements.

The program is also suitable for students seeking to improve their English language proficiency in order to enhance their chances for admission to other English-language universities. Program cost for non-degree seeking students may be offered at a reduced rate. [See Real English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program].

CURRICULUM

Depending on your level of proficiency (IELTS 5.0, 5.5, 6.0 or equivalent) you will be placed in a one-, two- or three- semester program to develop and refine the academic reading and writing skills needed to succeed in a Ryerson under- graduate program. You will also learn practical communication strategies that will help you gain confidence in your academic and social interactions.

Each week consists of up to 24 hours of instructor-led classes and a variety of group-based experiential learning opportunities customized to meet individual learning needs. You will also take an undergraduate degree course – CLNG 111: Language and Identity – as part of the curriculum, which can be counted as credit towards your Ryerson University degree program of choice.

Our instructors are leaders in the field of English language acquisition who integrate technology and students’ lived experiences into the classroom.

“ Ryerson is Canada’s leader in innovative, career-focused education.” QS UNIVERSITY RANKINGS

PROGRAM BENEFITS

INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM FEE

• Airport pick-up

• Assistance with finding accommodation on or off campus

• 30 hours per week of intensive academic learning in reading, writing, speaking, and listening

• Development of critical thinking, teamwork and research skills

• Access to a wide variety of undergraduate programs across six different faculties

• Brand-new, high-tech classrooms and facilities in the heart of downtown Toronto, “the most diverse city in the world” (BBC)

• Customized study packages and classroom materials

• Classes capped at 17 students to ensure low student-teacher ratios and amazing learning experiences

• Extensive on-campus support systems that include personalized academic advising and career counselling

• Unique experiential learning activities, both inside and outside the classroom

• Highly qualified instructors who provide individual attention to students’ learning needs

• Peer Mentor support system at a ratio of 1 mentor for every 10 students

• Balance of academic studies with cultural immersion and social activities in Canada’s most vibrant and culturally diverse city, including visits to popular attractions, cultural sites, and any of the four Major League sports clubs

• Comprehensive health insurance, including free counselling in 65 languages

• Access to all on-campus support services designed to help students achieve their academic, professional, and personal objectives

• Guaranteed admission to the Ryerson University undergraduate program of choice for students who hold a “Conditional Offer of Admission” from Ryerson University and complete the program successfully

PROGRAM FEE

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The cost includes:

• One, two or three semesters of full- time study (depending on your level of proficiency)and at least one university- level degree credit (one credit equals one single-term course)

• Textbooks and course-related materials for all ESL classes

• All extra-curricular services and activities such as airport pick-up, academic counselling and career advising, peer mentorship, seasonal festivities, team sports and cultural immersion events

• All student services offered on campus (see www.ryerson.ca/studentaffairs for a complete list)THE REAL INSTITUTE

Ryerson University’s Real Institute offers leading-edge, customized curricula for clients from not-for-profit, governmental, corporate and academic institutions with specific English language learning needs. Based on an experiential, holistic approach to language learning, the Real Institute specializes in designing and developing customized curricula and extra-curricular activities to meet your institutional and sectoral needs.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CURRENT FEES AND APPLICATION FORMS, PLEASE VISIT

ryerson.ca/realinstitute/apply

OR EMAIL US AT

realapply@ryerson.ca