Queen's University

Queen's School of English
Kingston, Canada

School Introduction

The School of English is part of the Faculty of Arts and Science at Queen’s University, one of Canada's oldest and most prestigious universities. The School has been in continuous operation since 1942, making it one of the longest-established language schools of its kind in Canada. The campus is situated in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, a small, safe and historic city, located a two to three hour drive to Ottawa, Toronto and Montreal.

Each year at Queen's there are over 20,000 students, including 1300 international students representing approximately 100 countries.

ESL Program Introduction

You may study full-time in the following programs: 12-Week English for Academic Purposes (EAP), Business Internship, or one of several short-term Summer ESL courses. The EAP Program features an innovative, integrated skills, content-based curriculum. The short-term courses use a fluency-based curriculum that focuses on developing oral/aural competence in English. The EAP Program is offered at varous levels of instruction, from Beginner to Continuing Advanced, while the short-term programs are offered from Beginner to Advanced levels.

In the Business Internship Program, you will gain classroom and workplace experience in Canada, allowing you to develop your English language skills in a professional context.
The School’s International TESL Training Program (ITESL) is designed for international teachers of English for whom English is a second language. Participants will gain knowledge of a wide variety of techniques and strategies for teaching ESL using an integrated, communicative approach to language teaching common to North America.

The School also offers part-time courses, such as Introduction to Business Communication, Pronunciation and Conversation and English for Professional Purposes with a focus on Pronunciation and Presentation Skills.

In addition, the School hosts groups whose programs are tailored to their specific needs. Please contact us for more information.

English Proficiency Exam Waiver is possible for application into Queen’s University.

Background Data

Number of ESL Students: 150-200
Average Class Size: 15
Hours per Week: 22
Minimum Age: 18
Housing Options: Homestay Dormitory Apartment
School Setting: Urban
Accreditation: Languages Canada

Schedule & Fees

Fall: September to December (12 Weeks & Business Internship)
Winter: January to April (12 Weeks & Business Internship)
Spring/Summer: May to August (12 Weeks & Business Internship)
Summer Program: July and/or August (English Language and Culture Program)

Tuition: Please see our website for up-to-date program dates and fees.

Homestay: Available for 12-Week EAP Program, BIP Program and tailored programs
Residence on-campuss: Available for 12-Week EAP Fall and Winter or Spring/Summer or English Language and Culture

Special Courses & Features

Housing/Accommodation Info

Queen's School of English can help with two types of accommodation for students: a room in a Queen’s University residence, or a placement with a local Homestay host/family. Both of these types of accommodation have limited availability, so students should apply early in order to obtain their preferred choice of accommodation. Many students prefer to arrange their own accommodation. We can help with information about finding accommodation in Kingston.

Contact Info

Queen's School of English
Queen's University
96 Albert Street
Kingston, ON K7L 3N6

Tel 1-613-533-2472
Fax 1-613-533-6809
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