The Test Preparation Program focuses its coursework on introducing and refining the specific skills students need to prepare for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
Who should take this course?
Students and professionals who would like to focus on preparing for the TOEFL or IELTS exams will benefit from the Test Preparation - TOEFL or IELTS program.
The Test Preparation Program focuses its coursework on introducing and refining the specific skills students need to prepare for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Courses will rotate depending on student enrollment and interest.
Placement Test
Students with high-intermediate to advanced levels of English proficiency (levels 4 - 8) are welcome to apply to this course. All new students must take an online placement test to determine their English level before starting the Intensive IELTS Preparation.
The placement test is part of the required online pre-arrival orientation. Students who do not obtain the required English level for this program will be transferred to the Academic English or Communication and Culture program.
Program Schedule
Required Courses
Electives:
Students choose either IELTS or TOEFL preparation courses. 10 hours per week of TOEFL preparation courses that focus on the following skills:
Note: The English Language Institute reserves the right to alter the courses in the Test Preparation program depending on enrollments and needs of the students and programs.
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