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VANCOUVER VICTORIA
KGIC Vancouver Nestled in between the Pacific Ocean Victoria combines West Coast splendor
and the North Shore Mountains, with Old World charm. Located on the
Vancouver makes the ideal west coast southern tip of Vancouver Island, British
stop. Voted the number one city in the Columbia’s capital is packed with tourist
world, Vancouver has every right to boast attractions, unique shopping destina-
of its cleanliness, safety, hospitality and tions, and picturesque scenery. Victoria
beauty. Famous for hiking, snowboard- houses many grand public buildings and
ing, and a spectacular natural setting; structures, with the BC legislative
whether its adventure you seek, or buildings dominating the landscape of
culture you desire; Vancouver is for you! the inner harbour. International students
It’s no wonder that Vancouver was from all over the world love Victoria for
selected to host the 2010 Winter Olym- its open, friendly atmosphere, vibrant
pic and Paralympic games. hospitality and fascinating local culture.
KGIC Victoria
About Victoria
In this city you can spend your day having high tea and riding a double-decker red bus.
You may even hear some British accents if you listen carefully.
This is the warmest city in Canada. It rarely snows.
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Your Success is KG IC ’s Success
SURREY TORONTO
Known as the city of parks, Surrey has all If you love arts and entertainment, KGIC Surrey
the elements of a small, close-knit town, fabulous shopping, fine dining, and
offering residents and visitors a beautiful fast-paced urban living Toronto is the
combination of diverse landscapes, place for you! Canada’s largest city and
abundant parks, urban forests and cultural capital is located on the shores of
pristine beaches. In addition to its Lake Ontario. Its spectacular skyline
alluring natural attractions, Surrey has features the world-famous CN Tower,
one of the most efficient public transit the elegant Art Gallery of Ontario, and
systems in Western Canada, so you are the incomparable Sky Dome. In addition
never too far from the big city. As the to the engaging city life, Toronto also
biggest Suburb of the greater Vancouver offers peaceful tranquility in the form of
District, Surrey provides the friendly and lakeshore trails and exquisite gardens
welcoming atmosphere many seek. and parks. Toronto is always exciting,
remarkably safe and welcoming.
KGIC Toronto
About Surrey
There are over 400 parks in this city. It’s a great place to picnic!
This is the largest Canadian city that sits strategically beside the U.S border to the south and
the Fraser River to the north.
About Toronto
This city houses the CN tower that is 553.33 metres or 181 stories high. That equals 5.5
football fields standing on top of each other!! It also weighs an equivalent of 23,214
elephants – 130,000 tonnes!
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New Campuses
» Sailboats in Charles River
Boston, Massachusetts USA Photos Provided by: Greater Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau
One of the oldest cities in the United States, Boston has a rich economic,
cultural, and social history. Founded in 1630, the city has a deep connec-
tion to American history becoming a major shipping port and manufactur-
ing centre after American Independence. The city is the site of several
American firsts, including the first subway system in the United States.
With strong schools such as Harvard and MIT, much of Boston’s develop-
ment has been shaped by its commitment to higher learning.
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Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada
You may think that life in Halifax is centered around the sea, but the city
has much more to offer. The bustling downtown core of Halifax offers
friendly nightclubs, charming sidewalk cafes, fantastic shopping, museums,
art galleries and several historic sites and churches. The city has the world’s Citadel Hill
longest downtown boardwalk that runs for over 4 km along the magnificent
Halifax harbour.
Halifax is your gateway to Canada’s East Coast! You can head out of town
to nearby coastal communities for a day of hiking, camping or bird watch-
ing or enjoy the pleasure of walking along sandy shores beachcombing for
unexpected treasures.
KGIC ADVANTAGES
Class Levels
A. Class Levels
At KGIC, we have classes to suit all language levels from beginner to advanced. Regular and
English Elite accurate testing is done in each class to ensure that you are in the appropriate level. When you
have achieved a specific set of goals, you are moved up to the next class.
English Advanced
Beginner 1
Completed level 2: TOEFL PBT 435; CBT 123;
English High Beginner 2 IELTS iBT 40; TOEIC 470
Essentials
Completed level 3: TOEFL PBT 450; CBT 133; iBT 46;
Intermediate 3 TOEFL, PMM, EPT, EPIT-K, TOEIC 550; IELTS 3.5;
EPC, Pre-EPE Cambridge KET; CAEL 30-40
Completed level 4:
English FCE, BEDP, GBE, PJP, BMDP, HMDP, ITDP, TOEFL PBT 500; CBT 173; iBT 61;
Advanced Advanced 4 TESOL, TESOL-I, TESOL-C, TESOL-M, TOEIC 650; IELTS 4.5; Cambridge
TESOL-P, Ed. Leadership, IOMDP PET-FCE; CAEL 40-50
KGIC has its own copyright and an excellent team of curriculum developers...
KGIC has its own copyright and an excellent team of
curriculum developers who are continually developing new Listening
material and projects for the teachers to work with. • Learn how to listen for key information and take notes
• Make inferences and predictions
KGIC is one of the only ESL schools in Canada to work • Identify topics and main ideas
with the popular publisher Longman Pearson to create its • Understand implications and details
own curriculum. Our custom-made books will give you a • Synthesize and summarize information in your own words
new and exciting approach to developing your English skills.
Weeks 6 & 7
Career Opportunities
Successful graduates can pursue jobs in publishing and journalism, web-editing, online
Online Publishing; in particular, blogs,
publishing, advertising, tourism, business (especially small-businesses), graphic design and
and blog reading/writing. hotel management. That is, any job that requires you to mediate between native and
non-native speakers through writing.
Week 8
Entrance Requirements
Completion and presentation of TOEFL: CBT 173/PBT 500/ iBT 61; TOEIC: 650; or completed English Advanced
Group Projects; review.
Level 4 at KGIC. Any equivalent recognized international test score or a pass on our
entrance exam. Interview required.
• Familiarity with business concepts and skills such as interviews, negotiating, debates,
group discussion and meetings WEEK
Professional writing skills
Career Opportunities 03
Successful graduates can pursue jobs in marketing, entrepreneurship, teaching, sales, and
political leadership. Successful graduates can work in any field that requires confidence in
English, team work and strong interpersonal skills. Successful graduates of EPC are WEEK
Your career path
guaranteed entry into KGIBC. 04
Entrance Requirements
TOEFL: CBT 133 / PBT 450 /iBT 45/46; TOEIC: 550; or completed English Essen-
tials Level 3 at KGIC. Any equivalent recognized international test score or a pass on our
entrance exam. No interview required.
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Language Enhancement Programs
Career Opportunities
Successful graduates can pursue jobs in hotel tourism, food tourism (catering manager,
Leading to: executive chef ), the airline industry (pilot, steward, company staff ), and hospitality
Global Business English Diploma services. Students can work as travel consultants, tour directors and escorts, or business
owners /operators (e.g. restaurant, bar, tour company).
Entrance Requirements
Your Goal TOEFL: CBT 173 / PBT 500 / iBT 61; TOEIC:650; or completed English Advanced
To confidently use business English in
international trade or tourism and hotel Level 4 at KGIC. Any equivalent recognized international test score or a pass on our
management. entrance exam. Interview required.
Business English Diploma Program (BEDP) * New and Improved Structure BEDP Module Overview
4, 8, 12 week options (12 week – with practicum)
4 week certificate, 8 & 12 week diploma Building a Business
Career
Entrance Requirements
TOEFL: CBT 173 / PBT 500 / iBT 61; TOEIC:650; or completed English Advanced
Level 4 at KGIC. Any equivalent recognized international test score or a pass on our
entrance exam. Entrance interview required.
Designed by teachers experienced in both ESL and Public School Curriculum, these
1. Juniors ESL Program: 13-17 yrs. old programs incorporate Canadian Public School materials and ESL guidelines, giving students
the basics of English while continually building upon that foundation. KGIC is the only
· Grammar
school to offer the unique “Academic Content” class which gives students the skills they need
· Language Arts - Reading & Writing
to learn Math, Science, History, Literature, Art and more.
· Speaking & Pronunciation
· Academic Contents: Math,
Science, Literature, Drama, Children Program
History, Biology, Social Studies • Basic sound and letter concepts are taught using an award-winning phonics program
• Utilize books that offer different styles of learning
2. Children ESL Program: 6-12 yrs. old
Juniors Program
· Listening, Speaking & Phonics • Helps students gain confidence in their speaking ability through constant speaking practice
· Grammar and activities in all classes
· Language Arts - Reading & Writing • Uses a variety of materials designed by KGIC and books used in Canadian classrooms
· Academic Contents: Math,
• Works with material specifically designed to meet their language needs at each level of study
Science, Literature, Drama, Art,
Social Studies • Is the closest ESL environment possible to a private middle school classroom
• Holds regularly scheduled academic contests
The level structure is based on 2 months
of curriculum per level
Shared Program Features
Level 1 Beginner · Utilizes a variety of media, including computers, DVD’s and CD’s in order to help students learn
Level 2 Novice
· A strict English-Only policy which is enforced at all times
· Is taught by native English speaking teachers
Level 3 Low - Intermediate · Helps students gain confidence in their speaking ability
Level 4 High - Intermediate: · Offers level tests at the end of every month
Required to enter Bridge Schools
· Provides students with regular homework and quizzes during the month to evaluate progress
Level 5 Advanced · Provides students with weekly and monthly progress reports
Level 6 Content Based Academics · Offers carefully supervised field trips to educational sites and popular attractions
KGIC incorporates Canadian Public School materials in our Children and Juniors ESL Programs by making
using of BC ELEMENTARY and SECONDARY SCHOOL books and ESL guidelines. This approach allows
students to develop their English, so that the ability to speak, think and express themselves in the classroom all
become an academic part of their communication skills.
• We teach essential English language skills that students will need to succeed in Canadian elementary
or secondary school classrooms.
• We provide a general overview of the subjects students will encounter in a Canadian classroom.
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KGIC - Children Program
Juniors Program
2.
KGIC – Chilliwack KGIC – Langley KGIC – St. John KGIC - Delta
Schools Schools Brebeuf School Schools
Bridge Program Bridge Program Bridge Program Bridge Program
3.
Chilliwack Schools Langley Schools St. John Brebeuf Delta Schools
Public Schools Public Schools Private School Public Schools
Grades 1-12 Grades 1-12 Grades 8-12 Grade 1-12
Powerspeaking and
Modern Media (PMM) Upon successful completion
of the KGIC or KGIBC diploma
program students will qualify
Powerwriting for to directly enter University of
Journalism Victoria Continuing Studies.*
and Publishing (PJP) *Applicant must have a minimum
of 2 years post-secondary educa-
tion or 2 years work experience.
Global Business
English (GBE)
Aviation Option
Program Objectives
The 12-week Fast Track Program leads to a Certificate in Business Administration The University of Victoria, in
cooperation with the Victoria
(CBA). This program is designed to develop your understanding of business theory
Flying Club or Pacific Sky Aviation
and practices in a short period of time. The accelerated format of the Fast Track offers the Diploma in Business
Program ensures that your career is not interrupted for long periods of time. A peer Administration – Aviation Option.
case-based learning environment provides the support and real-practice in which to This option combines a
apply your knowledge and experience. flight-training program of the
student’s choice with the University
The Certificate in Business Administration will be of value to you if: of Victoria Diploma in Business
Administration program.
• You are looking for a mid-career opportunity to enhance your
professional expertise
Advantages
• You would find a business credential useful in advancing your career
• Your previous education is of a specialized nature and you wish to Alumni Association
acquire a broader understanding of business management All graduates of diploma and
• As a business owner or manager you wish to encourage your staff to certificate programs are members
of the University of Victoria
enroll in a systematic program of training and professional development
Alumni Association.
in business administration
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Pre-EPE KGIC Level 3 (R&W and Listening) and KGIC Proficiency Test Score of 40
KGIC Proficiency Test Score of 35, or
IBT score of 45
EPE KGIC Level 4 or KGIC Proficiency Test Exit level is KGIC proficiency test
Score of 40, IBT score of 61, completed score of 65. If students do not pass
Pre-EPE course at KGIC EPE and meet the exit requirement,
they may repeat the next 4 weeks of
offered EPE until they meet the
requirement.
From the classroom to the wilderness, students will learn First Aid and CPR, water
safety, environmental minimum impact techniques, critical thinking and judgment skills,
GPS, compass navigation, geocaching, and much more! Our outdoor leadership certifi-
cation program combines practical English training with special survival skills seminars
and workshops in beautiful Vancouver, Canada. Participants will venture into the wild
backcountry of British Columbia and spend 5 days hiking, navigating and learning how
to work as a team. This camp is available for teenagers who have intermediate to
advanced English skills.
Students will build international friendships, and develop their confidence all while
expanding their English skills. Summer camps focus on fun filled learning through
activities and interaction with others. Exciting outings include trips to Victoria, an
overnight camping trip, and Science World!
Camp Advantages
• Enhance their English language skills through the study of curriculum materials based
on the world around them
• Expand their vocabulary, increase their grammar knowledge, and build essential
reading and writing skills
• Improve their communicative skills such as listening, presenting, and conversing,
• Develop their writing skills through daily journal sessions and communicate with
friends and family back home through weekly blog
Experience college life with KGIC and join our Summer Residence Program at Seneca
College in the Greater Toronto Area! Students will enjoy a combination of academic
studies, workshops and outdoor activities. They will make friends from around the
world, travel around Toronto, and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Our Academic Program focuses on improving students English skills through group
work, exercises, presentations and writing various essays and journals.
Skills Workshops are available to students on a weekly basis. Our workshops are designed
to improve team building and leadership skills. Presentations throughout the workshops
function to improve students’ public speaking and presenting skills.
Services
Clubs & River rafting,
Movies & Kayaking Volunteer Program Surrey, B.C.
Students will have the opportunity to practice their English in a professional environ-
ment. Our volunteer companies are carefully selected using our screening process and
Concerts & Frequent
Festivals Field Trips these companies will provide full training for each student. KGIC students will have the
chance to use practical English skills in a real life business setting.
Camping & Tennis, Golf,
BBQ Basketball &
Soccer
Student Counselling
While at KGIC, students who have questions about their classes are welcome to bring
English Activities
them to the Student Affairs Officer or Student Advisors who can be found at each
campus. These are staff members who are able to support students with any concerns
about class levels, curriculum, teachers or other academic related issues. KGIC also
Speech Spelling Karaoke
Contest Contest Contest provides students with opportunities to meet with counsellors for assistance with visa
extensions, transfers to other campuses or programs, homestay issues and general
questions about life in Canada. While counselling is done primarily in English, various
countries are represented should the need arise for consultation in one’s native language.
Accommodations
Homestay
02 24 hour security service
provided by King George
Students have to ability to spend their time practicing their English skills with a warm, place supervisor
friendly, multicultural Canadian family. Students are integrated into their Canadian
families life and are provided with an excellent support system in Canada. Homestay 03 Private television &
students enjoy home-cooked meals every day. bathroom in each room
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