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York University
English Language Institute
2019-2020 Program Brochure
yorku.ca/yueli
Table of Contents Welcome to the York University
English Language Institute (YUELI)!
About York University
YUELI first opened its doors in 1985. In the early years, small numbers of students
3 York University English from a handful of countries joined our classes. Since then, the Institute has grown Founded in 1959 and now Canada’s
Language Institute
to become one of the largest English training centres in Canada, with a far and wide third-largest university, York University
global reach. Over the past three decades, students from Europe, Middle East, Asia, is known for championing new ways of
3 About York University and Latin America have made YUELI their home, for academic English studies, thinking that drive teaching and
pre-university pathways, short-term immersion programs, and more. Our students research excellence.
4 Overview of Programs
have consistently returned excellent reviews. They have commended the Institute Through cross-discipline programming
for its effective combination of academic instruction and sociocultural activities, its across our 11 Faculties, innovative design
6 Academic Program commitment to provide a student-centric experience, and its dedication to promote of more than 5,000 courses, diverse
an intercultural learning environment. experiential learning, and a supportive
8 YUBridge community environment, our 55,000
students receive the education they
9 Destination York
10-11 Immersion Program 100 of core instructors
% hold a Master’s or PhD.
need to create big ideas that make
an impact on the world.
• Safe and inclusive campus environment
• Easy access to Toronto: Canada’s
12 Graduate Studies largest city and home to people from
Preparation Program
(GSPP) Over 3,500 student Students from more
all over the world
• Home to Canada’s only space
From the Director @igsglobaledu @igsglobaledu
13 Intensive Advanced Legal
registrations every year. than 50 countries. engineering program
• Osgoode Hall Law School is
English Program
internationally renowned as one of
The English language skills and campus experience gained through our programs
Canada’s largest and most distinguished
YUELI has been in business for over 30 years. Our mission is to provide the 14-15 MBA/Specialized Masters empower international students to achieve their educational objectives at York,
law schools
highest quality English training programs for academic and professional Preparation Program and to reach their longer-term career goals. YUELI pathway students consistently
purposes, and we are the only institute of our kind in Canada offering this to outperform their direct-entry international peers — better grades, greater • The Schulich School of Business,
learners of all levels, from absolute beginners to PhD aspirants. Every year, 16 nglish Language Teacher
E retention, and higher graduation rates mark this success, which is referred to as Canada’s Global Business School™,
YUELI receives over 3,500 student enrolments from more than 50 countries Training Programs the YUELI Effect. is ranked first among Canadian
for our programs. schools in The Economist
YUELI students perform better academically than other international 17 Custom-Designed Programs • Offers the Greater Toronto Area’s
students at York University. This is made possible by our exceptional THE YUELI EFFECT only digital media program that
instructors and dedicated support staff who put our students first every day. 18 Academic and
Comparative performance of YUELI graduates
combines science, technology, and
Campus Services communications with the visual,
Whatever your language learning objectives, YUELI has a program for performing, and media arts
you! Along with our main pre-university pathway programs, we offer GPA Retention Rate Graduation Rate
custom-designed courses for professionals from all walks of life, including 19 Toronto
York international
• Proudly offers Canada’s largest
liberal arts program
accountants, auditors, economists, educators, engineers, IT specialists, undergraduate +.19 points +18% +14%
mathematicians, and nurses. 20 Cost of Living students
• The Disaster & Emergency
Management program is the leading
YUELI instructors are among the top in the ESL/EAP teaching field with a
vast range of experience working with students from around the world. Their
21 Homestays, Residence
program of its kind in Canada
Options & Private Recently, YUELI has been awarded the World Language School of the • Has the largest psychology program
expertise enables them to prepare our students for academic success in a Rental Accommodation in North America
Year 2018-2019 - North America accolade by iStudy Magazine, and chosen
university environment. In addition to holding Master’s and PhD degrees, all
as a finalist for the PIEoneer Awards 2019 - Language Educator of the Year
of our instructors are TESL-Canada certified.
22
Continuing Professional title. These are both remarkable testaments to the academic excellence and
Once again, I warmly welcome you to York University and to Toronto — the Education international recognition of YUELI.
most multicultural city in the world. I hope this brochure helps you choose
YUELI is built on its extensive history, rich and robust teaching
the YUELI program that is best suited to your goals. 23 Registration
practices, and a global approach to education. We are ready to help
Kind regards, you succeed in your studies and to support you through your journey
23 Added Support toward a bright future in any field.
Isaac Garcia-Sitton for our Students
Director, International Education & York University English Language Institute,
School of Continuing Studies 23 Contact Details
“One of the reasons
24 Degree Information
I came here was safety”
Overview of Programs DO YOU WANT TO STUDY ENGLISH AT ANY LEVEL?
ACADEMIC PROGRAM (AP)
Programs for All
YUELI has a wide range of programs to suit all students — We’re here to help Nine-level English for Academic Designed for students at any Program Length: Conditional Start Times: January,
whether you’re an absolute beginner or preparing to start Purposes program for anyone from level of English preparing to 2 months per level, Admission: March, May, July,
your PhD. Remember, we’re always here to help so if you’re still absolute beginner to doctorate study a post-secondary program 9 levels Yes (from AP6) September and November
not sure which program is the right one for you then in English
If you already know which program you’re interested in, just reach out to us at yueli@yorku.ca, or over our
simply flip to that program’s page. If not, use the diagram social media channels.
below to find the right fit for who you are and what you
want to achieve. /YorkUYUELI @YorkUYUELI @YorkUYUELI
DO YOU WANT TO STUDY ENGLISH AND TAKE AN UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE?
Undergraduate Programs
For high-school graduates with high intermediate to advanced language skills.
Program Overview
YU BRIDGE DESTINATION YORK
ABSOLUTE PRE- HIGH
BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE PRE-ADVANCED ADVANCED
BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE INTERMEDIATE
Combine English and for-credit courses at the Pre-Destination York Destination York
Academic same time towards an undergraduate degree
Pathway program into Destination York Accelerated pathway program and conditional
Program (AP) 1 AP3 AP4 AP5 AP6 AP7 AP8 AP9 and conditional admission to a York admission to a York undergraduate degree
Language Proficiency:
& AP2 undergraduate degree
Term 1: IELTS 5, AP5 completion or equivalent
YUBridge Term 2: IELTS 6.0, AP7 completion or Language proficiency: IELTS 5.5, Language proficiency: IELTS 6,
equivalent AP6 completion or equivalent AP7 completion or equivalent
Programs for all Pre-
Destination Destination York Conditional Admission & Bridging: Yes
Conditional Admission: Yes Conditional Admission: Yes
Programs for undergraduate students York This program bridges into degree programs
in the Faculties of Liberal Arts & Professional
Program Length: 2 months Program Length: 2 months
Programs for graduate students Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP) Studies, Science, Health, Environmental
Studies, Lassonde School of Engineering, and
Intensive MBA/ Start Times: Start Times:
Special/Customized programs School of Arts, Media, Performance and Design
Advanced Specialized Toronto: January, May and September March, July and November feeding into
Legal English Masters Program Length: Beijing: May YU Fall/Winter/Summer sessions
English Language Teacher Training
Program (IALE) Program Term 1: 4 months
Graduation Level: IELTS 6 Graduation Level: IELTS 6.5
Term 2: 4 months
Customized Programs
Immersion Program: Summer and Spring Break Start Times: January, May and September
Graduation Level: IELTS 6.5
English Language Teacher Training
DO YOU WANT TO DO YOU WANT TO TAKE DO YOU WANT TO
Graduate Programs
STUDY ADVANCED LAW? A GRADUATE PROGRAM/ TAKE YOUR MBA?
IELTS LEVEL AT PROGRAM COMPLETION For students of international law. MASTER’S DEGREE? For students with an undergraduate degree.
Academic Program (AP) 9 IELTS 6.5 For students with an undergraduate degree.
IELTS 7 (Honours) INTENSIVE ADVANCED LEGAL MBA/SPECIALIZED MASTERS
IELTS 7.5 (Distinction) ENGLISH PROGRAM GRADUATE STUDIES PREPARATION PROGRAM
Transition from international law to
PREPARATION PROGRAM Raise English language skills to
YUBridge IELTS 6.5
LLM specializations at Osgoode and other law Guided preparation for graduate program MBA standards
Destination York (DY) IELTS 6.5 schools or fields that require Legal English applications and study
Language Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP) IELTS 6.5 (pass) Language Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent Language Proficiency:
Designed for students who have completed
IELTS 7 (Honours) Term 1: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent or
or will soon complete undergraduate study
Designed for practicing lawyers learning a AP6 completion
IELTS 7.5 (Distinction) and are preparing for an MBA or specialized
specialization in English Term 2: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent or
master’s degree
Intensive Advanced Legal English Program (IALE) IELTS 7.5 AP8/AP9 completion
Conditional Admission: Yes
(Osgoode may offer conditional admission to Designed for students who have completed an Conditional Admission: Yes
MBA/Specialized Masters Program IELTS 7.5 (Schulich may offer conditional
students applying to part 2 of Foundation of undergraduate degree and are preparing for
Legal English) graduate studies in North America admission to students applying to Schulich
School of Business)
Program Length: 4 months Conditional Admission: Yes,
University Pathway Agreements Program Length: 2 months
Start Time: September
Program Details Graduation Level: IELTS 7.5
Program Length:
Term 1: 4 months
Start Times: July and November
Graduation Level: IELTS 7.5
For full program listing and current information, visit yorku.ca/yueli Term 2: 4 months
Start Times: September, January and May
We’re always improving our programming for students like you. Content in this brochure is subject to change.
Please see yorku.ca/yueli for up-to-date information. Graduation Level: IELTS: Pass – 6.5;
Honours – 7; Distinction – 7.5
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Academic Program What our students are saying…
Language preparation for study in English
Program Overview
“My teacher was friendly and professional. We learned
The Academic Program (AP) has 9 levels for students — how to do presentations and vocabulary.”
from absolute beginners to advanced learners. Students also
participate in activities, trips, and social events organized
by York University Community Leaders, giving you the
opportunity to build your skills and confidence in preparation
for your future university life. “YUELI has been “My teachers helped
An alternative to IELTS and TOEFL very helpful me by giving me a lot
The Academic Program was designed as a comprehensive
to improve my of advice and sharing
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) preparation for
students at any level of English. This helps students learn
English in every their experiences,
English to the level they need — from basic communication
skills to completing a PhD. Our unique program allows
aspect. I can especially in writing “The teachers
students from AP6 to AP9 to sit in on many courses
at York University and experience what it’s like first-hand.
confidently write research papers.” answered my
From these levels, students can apply for conditional
questions politely
admission to York University.
an essay now!”
•S
tudents from over 70 nationalities have enrolled even if I wasn’t
in this program over the last 5 years!
their student.”
• York University students hold Conversation Partner sessions
every week and host regular social and interactive clubs
and activities. “I developed the
• Students who complete any Level between AP6 to AP9
of the Academic Program (with Honours or Distinction if Available Sessions ability to think
necessary) will meet the language requirements for entry
2019-2020 and do research “Thanks for all of the “YUELI improved
to York University.
great memories, my English
Learn while you make Summary • Sep 3, 2019 to Oct 25, 2019 independently.”
friends and have fun • Program length: 8 weeks (per level)
Academic Program information, lessons and has made
AP gives you the chance to participate in • Oct 28, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019
• Class size: Approximately 16 students
social activities and trips, practice your Academic Program and friends!” my personality
• Classroom hours/week: 20 hours
English outside the classroom and build
your confidence! In addition, AP3-AP9
• 6 start times per year
• Jan 6, 2020 to Feb 28, 2020
stronger.”
Academic Program
• Social and cultural activities
students choose a seminar each session to • Mar 2, 2020 to Apr 24, 2020
and undergraduate student
complement their core class objectives.
conversation partners Academic Program
Some of the special English learning • May 4, 2020 to Jun 26, 2020
opportunities include seminars for: Admission Requirements
Academic Program
• grammar • music • You are at least 18 years old*
• Jun 29, 2020 to Aug 21, 2020
• pronunciation • Canadian culture * If you are under 18, you still may be eligible. Academic Program
• reading Contact the English Language Institute to confirm.
• … and more! • Aug 31, 2020 to Oct 23, 2020
• photography Academic Program
• Oct 26, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020
Academic Program
APPLY NOW
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YUBridge Destination York
Get started on your degree while you improve your English to meet the York University An accelerated English for Academic Purposes Program that offers conditional acceptance to
entry requirements! more than 100 undergraduate programs*
Program Overview Program Overview Improve your academic Timely Advising Services
Students accepted into the YUBridge program receive a Destination York is an 8-week pathway reading, writing, listening, Your academic success in the Destination
conditional offer of acceptance to York University. This program that you can enrol in after and speaking skills York program is as important to us
program combines 25 hours per week of instruction, which applying to a degree program at York. Over the course of just 8 weeks, you as your successful integration into
includes Academic English classes, tutorials and lectures with Successful completion of Destination will receive customized feedback to York University afterwards. We ensure
for-credit courses in faculties of Liberal Arts & Professional York fulfills the York U language entry improve your academic and language your pathway into York is as smooth
Studies, Science, Health, Environmental Studies, Lassonde requirement, with no test required (no skills in the following areas: as possible by providing access to
School of Engineering, and School of Arts, Media, Performance IELTS or TOEFL). The program is taught undergraduate advising services,
• Listening to key ideas in lectures
and Design. In 4 to 8 months, you’ll be speaking and writing by qualified instructors and features an comprehensive information sessions with
and presentations, taking notes, and
at an IELTS 6.5 level — the minimum requirement for full innovative curriculum. Students enrolled all faculties, and workshops that keep you
analyzing academic readings
admission to York University. in the program will have access to York informed of next steps.
University support services. • Writing university academic-level
Earn credits as you learn English research papers
In Destination York, you continue • Thinking critically, managing time and
While improving your IELTS level, you will also take one 3-credit
to learn, both within and outside of working effectively in a team
course in the first term. Upon successful completion of the
language requirements in Term 1, you may be eligible to enrol in classroom hours. These opportunities
one or two 3-credit courses in Term 2, meaning that you could are offered in the form of seminars,
earn 9 credits of your undergraduate degree by the end of this workshops, volunteering, clubs, trips
program. Students who are enrolled in the 4 month option only and interactive events.
are eligible for one 3-credit course. * Please see York University’s Programs of Study for
a full list: http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/program-search
Once you start in the YUBridge program, you are considered an
undergraduate student at York. You will take the same courses
as fully admitted York students, helping to build relationships Summary Admission Requirements
with the students and staff in your Faculty. • Program length: 8 weeks • Previous education: High school graduate
Your tutorial leaders are chosen specifically for their experience • Class size: Approximately 17 students • Language proficiency:
working with international students, and academic tutorials are Available Sessions • Classroom hours/week: 30 hours - IELTS: minimum 6 or TOEFL iBT: 79 or
taught separately, so class sizes remain small. This structure 2019-2020 • 3 start times per year timed to TOEFL paper
Available Sessions
also enables the English language course content to be tailored
• Sep 3, 2019 to Apr 24, 2020 finish just prior to the start of the 2019-2020
to the undergraduate area you’re studying, making YUBridge NOTE: You can begin in our Academic
YUBridge Program undergraduate term • Sep 3, 2019 to Oct 25, 2019
classroom activities highly relevant to your future studies. Program at any level and transfer into
• Sep 3, 2019 to Dec 19, 2020 • Fulfills the language entry requirement Destination York after successful Pre-Destination York Program
YUBridge Program (Term 2) • Access to support services completion of AP7. • Oct 28, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019
Summary Admission Requirements
• Jan 6, 2020 to Aug 21, 2020 Destination York Program
• Program length: Term 1 (8 months) YUBridge Program • Jan 6, 2020 to Feb 28, 2020
- IELTS 5.0: 8 months (Terms 1 and 2) Pre-Destination York Program
- IELTS 6.0: 4 months (Term 2)
• Previous education: 80% GPA
(or equivalent) from high school
• Jan 6, 2020 to Apr 24, 2020 Pre-Destination York / Destination York • Mar 2, 2020 to Apr 24, 2020
YUBridge Program (Term 2)
• Class size: Approximately 17 students Destination York Program
• Language proficiency: • May 4, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020 Program Overview:
(English language classes) - IELTS: 5.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.0 YUBridge Program • May 4, 2020 to Jun 26, 2020
Applicants with IELTS score of 5.5, AP6 completion or equivalent are eligible for the Pre-Destination York Program
• Classroom hours/week: 25 hours in Writing OR • May 4, 2020 to Aug 21, 2020 Pre-Destination York Program. Students who pass Pre-Destination York qualify for
• Up to 3 for-credit courses over the 2 terms - Successful completion of Academic YUBridge Program (Term 2) • Jun 29, 2020 to Aug 21, 2020
Destination York Program.
• 3 start times per year Program Level AP5 OR • Aug 31, 2020 to Apr 23, 2021 Destination York Program
(September, January, and May) - Equivalent score on YUELI placement test YUBridge Program Summary: Admission • Aug 31, 2020 to Oct 23, 2020
• Access to the same academic and • Aug 31, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020 • Program length: Requirements: Pre-
Destination York
Pre-Destination York Program
Destination
non-academic services as fully admitted Term 2 (4 months) YUBridge Program (Term 2) 8 weeks • Previous education: York
York University • Oct 26, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020
York students High school graduate Destination York Program
• Previous education: 80% GPA • Class size:
(or equivalent) from high school Approximately • Language proficiency: • IELTS 5.5 • IELTS 6.0
• Language proficiency: APPLY NOW 17 students IELTS 5.5 or • 2 months • 2 months
• 20 hours • 30 hours
yorku.ca/yueli • Classroom AP6 completion APPLY NOW
- IELTS: 6.0
hours/week: 20 hours or equivalent yorku.ca/yueli
- Successful completion of Academic
Program Level AP7 OR • Start dates: January,
May, September
- Equivalent score on YUELI placement test
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Immersion Program Immersion Program
Spring Break Summer
Spend your Spring Break enjoying the Spend three glorious weeks working on your English and enjoying a Canadian summer
delights of the Canadian winter and
Program Overview
improving your English language skills.
The Summer Immersion Program will help your listening and speaking skills in English from any level as well as give you the
Program Overview opportunity to interact with student community leaders and participate in formal and informal individual and group presentation.
The Spring Break Immersion Program will help you develop Over the course of up to 4 weeks you will experience one of
your listening and speaking skills in English from any level Canada’s largest and most multicultural university campuses
as well as learn with students from around the world. Over and the social and cultural life of a Canadian summer.
the course of 4 weeks, you will experience one of Canada’s
largest, most multicultural university campuses and the
social and cultural life of a Canadian winter. You’ll also explore Practice your English while exploring all that
Toronto’s shops, restaurants, and neighbourhoods. Toronto has to offer
Students have access to the computer labs, libraries, athletic
facilities, and restaurants of the York Campus, while either
Practice your English while exploring living on campus or with a local family for a fully immersive
all that Toronto has to offer Canadian experience.
Our highly qualified teachers will guide you through your During your program you will also experience Toronto the way
English classes and provide plenty of opportunities to locals do — spending a day exploring the waterfront, watching
practice. You will also have access to the computer labs, the Toronto Blue Jays play baseball, exploring Toronto’s ethnic
libraries, athletic facilities, and restaurants of the York neighbourhoods, seeing all of Toronto from the CN Tower, and
Campus, while either living on campus or with a local family getting up close to Niagara Falls.
for a fully immersive Canadian experience.
Our Community Leaders, current York undergraduate
During your program you will also experience Toronto students, lead many of the cultural events and will also
the way locals do — watching the Toronto Raptors play introduce you to some of the 300+ clubs on campus.
basketball, exploring Toronto’s ethnic neighbourhoods, There’s always plenty to do at York!
seeing all of Toronto from the CN Tower, and getting up
close to Niagara Falls. You will also have the chance to go
camping, for a true Canadian winter experience!
Our Community Leaders, current York undergraduate
students, lead many of the cultural events and will also
introduce you to some of the 300+ clubs on campus.
There’s always plenty to do at York!
Summary Some of the Topics Covered: Available Sessions Summary Some of the Topics Covered: Available Sessions
• Program length: 4 weeks • Canadian Culture 2020
• Class size: 16 students • Multiculturalism in Canada and customs
• Program length: Up to 1 month • Canadian Culture 2020
• Feb 10, 2020 to Mar 6, 2020 • Class size: 16 students • Multiculturalism in Canada and customs
• Classroom hours/week: 39 hours around the world • Aug 4, 2020 to Aug 21, 2020
Spring Break Immersion Program • Classroom hours/week: 34 hours of around the world
of instruction and activities • Expressing needs and making requests Summer Immersion Program
instruction and activities • Expressing needs and making requests
• English-only environment • Discussing problems and solutions
• English-only environment • Discussing problems and solutions
• Start at any English level • Celebrities and pop culture
• Start at any English level • Celebrities and pop culture
• Discussing hypothetical situations
Admission Requirements • Discussing hypothetical situations
• Canadian and global current events Admission Requirements
and issues • Canadian and global current events
• Previous education: High school graduate • Previous education: High school graduate and issues
• You are at least 18 years old* • You are at least 18 years old*
APPLY NOW APPLY NOW
* If you are under 18, you still may be eligible. Contact the yorku.ca/yueli yorku.ca/yueli
* If you’re under 18, you still may be eligible. Contact the
York University English Language Institute to confirm York University English Language Institute to confirm.
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Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP) Intensive Advanced Legal English Program
Get ready for a Master’s Degree Study advanced law in English, with confidence
Program Overview Program Overview
The Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP) is designed for international students who want to attend graduate studies This intensive full and part-time program at the York Summary
programs in English. GSPP coursework focuses on the English language, academic, and professional skills and strategies needed University English Language Institute is designed to provide
Full-Time Part-Time
in day-to-day graduate school assignments/tasks/experiences and to communicate effectively with professors, graduate students, participants with the legal terminology, language and writing
and graduate program administrators. At the same time, it is designed to prepare program participants to achieve the test scores skills needed to succeed in legal graduate study and/or in a • Program length: 16 weeks • Program length: 16 weeks
(IELTS, GRE/GMAT) necessary for graduate program admission and offer comprehensive professional advisory sessions about legal professional career in Canada. • Class size: 15-20 students • Class size: 15-20 students
Master’s applications/pathways. • Classroom hours/week: • Classroom hours/week:
Through the program you will:
20 hours 14 hours
Program Success • Improve IELTS or equivalent language score and study the
• Students will participate in • 6:30 pm–9:30 pm Tuesdays
language of the law in a small group environment
• Takes students from IELTS 5.5 to receiving a graduate school • Has a well-established network of North American four hours of class per day, and Thursdays
offer in 8 months university contacts to streamline applications • Enhance the grammar and structure of your writing
five days a week. Classes • A number of Saturdays
• Improves the English language skills needed to a graduate-level • Offers professional advisory sessions about graduate • Work with legal terminology and documents necessary for are led by one or two determined by course
English language proficiency (IELTS 6.5/7/7.5) school applications/pathways successful LLM study English Language Institute • 8 hours/week (at your
• Offers conditional admission to Master’s Programs through its • Acculturates students to the North American • Practice your professional speaking and presentation skills instructors, with regular own pace)
university pathway partnerships university environment feedback on legal topics
Study English while gaining skills to from a law instructor and
• Classes are led by one
• Consistently-high GPAs in York University Master’s Programs • Benchmarked by the Canadian Center for Language Benchmarks succeed in your law career or two English Language
guest speakers.
• Has secured admission to world-famous graduate programs, at the highest Master’s proficiency level (CLB 10/10+) Institute instructors,
This program is primarily designed for graduates of law degree
including those in Canada at McGill University, the Schulich • Provides students access to qualified immigration path advisors with regular feedback on
programs from outside Canada who are interested in pursuing
School of Business, and the University of Toronto • Recognized by the Faculty of Graduate Studies at legal topics from a law
graduate legal studies in English, pursuing accreditation to
• Prepares program participants to quickly achieve the required York University instructor and
practice law in Canada, or seeking employment in the legal
graduate school test scores (IELTS, GRE/GMAT) guest speakers.
field in Canada.
Summary Admission Requirements
• Program length: 8 months Term 1 (8 months) Available Sessions
(over 2 terms)
• Previous education: 2019-2020
• Class size: Approximately 16 students An undergraduate degree • Sep 3, 2019 to Apr 24, 2020
• Classroom hours/week: 20 hours • Language proficiency: Graduate Studies
• 3 start times per year: September, - IELTS score 5.5 Preparation Program
January, and May
- TOEFL iBT 69 (TOEFL Paper 525) • Jan 6, 2020 to Aug 21, 2020
• On-campus residence Graduate Studies
- AP6 completion
- PTE Academic 44 Preparation Program
“After leaving GSPP, I studied two • Jan 6, 2020 to Apr 24, 2020
Master’s degrees (Averaging 91% Term 2 (4 months) Graduate Studies Preparation
in the first degree). I have gained • Previous education: Program (Term 2)
admission to the PhD program An undergraduate degree • May 4, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020
in Education Studies... with an • Language proficiency: Graduate Studies
International PhD Scholarship.” Preparation Program
- Graduate, GSPP
- IELTS score 6.5 - AP8/AP9 completion
• May 4, 2020 to Aug 21, 2020
Available Sessions 2020
- TOEFL iBT 83 - PTE Academic 60
Graduate Studies Preparation • Mar 3, 2020 to Jun 26, 2020
Program (Term 2) Intensive Advanced Legal
English (Part-Time)
• Aug 31, 2020 to Apr 23, 2021
GSPP Video Student Testimonials Graduate Studies • Aug 31, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020
Preparation Program Intensive Advanced Legal English
• Aug 31, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020
Graduate Studies Preparation
Program (Term 2)
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MBA/Specialized Masters Preparation Program
Get ready for your MBA or Master’s studies in just 8 weeks Business (PreMBA) Finance (Pre-MFin)
PREPARE FOR A SUCCESSFUL PREPARE FOR SUCCESS IN YOUR MASTER IN FINANCE
The MBA/Specialized Masters Preparation Program will help Intensive language study is delivered through business-related
MASTER IN BUSINESS
you prepare for graduate studies in business at Schulich projects, field trips, and guest speakers from the Canadian The Pre-MFin Program is committed to building your academic reading, writing,
ADMINISTRATION IN ENGLISH
School of Business or other graduate business programs business world, ensuring a learning experience with a listening and speaking skills as they apply to a business context. The program is in
by advancing your English language proficiency in reading, real-world edge. Over 8 weeks, prepare for graduate two parts, the Pre-MFin itself and the Business Master’s Adjunct Program (BMAP).
writing, listening, and speaking skill areas, targeting studies in business by raising your
You will gain confidence as you work independently and in
graduate-level academic and real-world business contexts.
teams to conduct research, review case studies, analyze
proficiency in reading, writing, Pre-MFin BMAP classes
listening and speaking English in
economic and financial data, draft a written report, Over 3 weeks in July, the Pre-MFin In the second part of the Pre-MFin
Develop the skills needed to be effective a business context.
participate in networking and interview situations, and deliver focuses intensively on developing Program starting in September, you will
in a North American MBA or graduate-level a presentation to evaluators from York University’s Schulich your English language and academic begin the BMAP.
business study program. Summary
School of Business. business culture skills. The program
Together, the Pre-MFin/BMAP package
The MBA/Specialized Masters Preparation Program is • Program length: 8 weeks in content is based on authentic material
strives to enhance your skills and
a full-time English course for students with suitable Explore the city while you study 2 four-week stages from the world of finance.
prepare you for success. The program
English-language proficiency (see the requirements below) English-speaking Canadian students (Community Leaders) • Class size: Approximately 16 students Each Pre-MFin class integrates reading, also builds your confidence to exceed
who wish to further improve their language skills to meet lead social and cultural activities in and around Toronto, • Classroom hours/week: 20 hours writing, critical analysis skills and expectations in your Master’s studies
graduate-level business study standards. helping you practice conversational English in a stimulating • 4 hours of instruction daily presentation skills. It also provides and life-long career goals.
As a graduate of this program, you will be equipped with the environment and make the most of your Canadian experience. • Held twice a year in July/August and plenty of opportunities to improve
English language skills needed to apply to the MBA program or November/December communications skills that are key to Summary
another master’s-level program at York University’s Schulich • Social and cultural activities and academic and career success. • Classroom hours/week: 3 hours
School of Business (Canada’s top business school) or to a events in and around Toronto, led by • September to February
graduate-level business program at another top-tier university. English-speaking Canadian students
Summary
• An adjunct program – for PreMFin
• Program length: 3 weeks students when they start the Master’s
• Class size: Approximately 16 students of Finance program at Schulich
• Classroom hours/week: 30 hours
• 6 hours/day – 4 morning hours,
2 afternoon hours
• Mainly supports 1-year Master’s of
Finance students
Admission Requirements for both Business (PreMBA) and Available Sessions
Finance (Pre-MFin) program streams 2019-2020
revious education: An undergraduate degree and have met ONE of the
•P • Oct 28, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019
following English-language proficiency requirements below. MBA/Specialized Master’s
• Language proficiency: Preparation Program
- IELTS: minimum score 6.5 overall with no more than one component at 6.0 • Jun 29, 2020 to Aug 21, 2020
MBA/Specialized Master’s
- TOEFL: minimum score 560 (paper), 220 (computer), or 87 (iBT)
Preparation Program
• AP9 completion with honours or distinction
• YUELI Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP): successful completion
of GSPP Term 1 with a recommendation to the MBA/Specialized Master’s
Preparation Program from GSPP instructors
APPLY NOW
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English Language Teacher Training Programs Custom-Designed Programs
Since 2002, YUELI has built considerable experience in YUELI has also designed teacher training programs for Educated professionals from around the world increasingly Whether you are interested in improving a particular language
the design and implementation of English language teacher provincial ministries and universities from Jiangsu and find themselves in corporate and other professional setting skill or you wish to enrol in a comprehensive course that
training programs. Training programs can be delivered Sichuan Provinces, China, and for groups of teachers from where English is the language used. covers a wider range of skills and cross-cultural business/
on campus at York University or on-site/on location at Mongolia. Those who completed the programs praised them professional practices, YUELI offers specialized short and
To help participants better respond to career advancement
the partner’s premises, in a blended learning format or for their unique three-part approach to training, which long-term programs to meet your needs. Custom programs
and leadership positions, YUELI custom designs curricula for
completely online. These programs help to develop the included classes and seminars on Teaching Methodologies, can be held at the York University campus or at your place of
multiple professions. Over the years, these programs have
specialized language needed by non-native English-speaking as well as on Language Form and Function and Comparative work, and they follow the same comprehensive assessment
included training in the following fields:
professors and teachers to conduct their classes in English, Culture and Language. In these, and all YUELI Teacher Training of participants’ language skills that YUELI uses in all of its
as well as develop strategies for effective oral and Programs, participants have opportunities to assess and • Business • Accounting • Canadian and programs. The outcome is speaking, pronunciation,
written communication. compare teaching methodologies used in Canada, to design • Healthcare • Auditing international writing, presentation and cross-cultural skills refined to
lesson plans together with YUELI instructors, to observe • Engineering • Law government high professional standards.
Beginning in January 2017, YUELI began hosting
instructors’ approaches to teaching, and to teach ESL classes ministries’
59 participants in the Building Leadership for Change
at YUELI using the new methods they have learned.
through School Immersion offered by the Ministry of
Education in Saudi Arabia. The goal of this six-month In addition to Toronto-based teacher training, YUELI Each YUELI customized program integrates the needs of the YUELI is happy to offer Custom
program is to transform knowledge, skills, and attitudes instructors travel abroad to run similar programs. Two such business, corporations or institutions with the specific language
skills required to better meet these needs. As part of this
Designed Programs:
of Saudi education professionals through university-guided programs, in Palestine and in Turkey, were launched in the past
immersion in Canadian schools. To achieve this goal, four years. The program in Turkey was notable for the scale process, the YUELI management team ensures that ongoing Please contact:
YUELI is collaborating with York’s Faculty of Education of the training. YUELI was responsible for overhauling the client input is a central feature of every custom program.
Michael Twohey, Associate Director (mtwohey@yorku.ca)
and the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) to deliver English preparatory curriculum for 400 students at Istanbul Kareen Sharawy, EAP Manager (ksharawy@yorku.ca)
proficiency-appropriate language training at YUELI, Commerce University (ICU) and for training 25 ICU instructors
individualized guidance through the Faculty of Education, on how to use the new curriculum.
and school immersion at leading TDSB schools.
YUELI Teacher Training programs are a key component of our
Since 2016, YUELI has welcomed participants into the commitment to having a global impact on the way international
Bachelor of Education English Immersion Programme students learn and experience academic English.
comprised of senior BEd English students from the Education
University of Hong Kong. EduHK is a valued partner. It has a QS
ranking in Education of #2 in Asia and #12 globally. Through YUELI is happy to customize Teaching
this immersion programme, students significantly improved Training Programs for:
their English language proficiency. They also enhanced their
understanding of Canadian culture and education through their • School Instructors Please contact:
exposure to ESL expertise and practices at a premier language • University Instructors Ben Collins, Associate
institute Concurrent with their studies, students completed a Director (bcollins@yorku.ca)
two-week TDSB classroom practicum, including observations • BEd Participants
and practice teaching. Kareen Sharawy, EAP
Manager (ksharawy@yorku.ca)
“We [thank]
FPO York University for
welcoming us and
organizing [this]
program. Your
continuous support
is invaluable help in
exploring our future
path to success.”
-Saudi Teachers’ Group, 2017
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Academic and Campus Services Toronto
York University’s Keele campus is a self-contained community with 5 libraries, 92 buildings, athletic facilities, residences,
a shopping mall, and green, groomed outdoor common areas, all making up a buzzing campus with an active campus life. York University is well-connected with the best
that Toronto has to offer, so you’ll enjoy one of
LIBRARIES ATHLETIC FACILITIES
the world’s most multicultural, vibrant, safe, and
welcoming cities!
SHOPPING MALL
GREEN SPACES
RESIDENCES
Nexus Libraries
Nexus is the YUELI’s Student Resource Centre. In Nexus, you The York University Libraries are host to more than 3 million
can practice English with your classmates, borrow books, visitors annually. Our libraries provide access to a robust
DVDs, and CDs, and access computers for working on your collection of resources, including more than 600,000
assignments. Nexus has books on specific skill areas, such as e-books, 72,000 full-text e-journals, and 2.6 million printed
reading, writing, grammar, pronunciation, listening, and IELTS, volumes. Students have access to more than 3,600 quiet
and also a literature section. Reading books in English is a and collaborative study spaces, as well as research and
great way to improve your reading and research skills. reference assistance from any one of our 150 librarians
and staff members.
https://continue.yorku.ca/events/categories/nexus-event
http://www.library.yorku.ca For full details of
Write Right
transportation in Toronto
There are 5 centres for academic writing on campus
Student Life
check out the Toronto Transit
where most of our students can develop and polish their With more than 300 student clubs and organizations, the
writing skills during one-on-one sessions with a writing intellectual, cultural, and social offerings at York are some Commission website:
instructor or attend group workshops on topics such as of the richest in Canada. Sport & Recreation has diverse http://www.ttc.ca
how to develop a thesis, punctuation, critical analysis, programming, including intramurals, a fitness centre, sports
and effective editing. clubs, instructional classes and more. In 2015, the York
University Lions won two banners, including the Canadian
http://writing-centre.writ.laps.yorku.ca
Interuniversity Sport (CIS) and Ontario University Athletics
Computer Access (OUA) Men’s Soccer titles.
There are more than 2,000 workstations on campus, so you’ll http://currentstudents.yorku.ca
never be far from a computer when you need one. Computing
Commons Labs are available to students in the William Small
Global Connections
Centre and Accolade East. You’ll find computer stations in the As an international student, you will probably have many
libraries and the Phillip Dahdaleh Building too. questions about life at York. Fortunately, our team of Global
Liaisons is here to help you!
http://student.computing.yorku.ca
Global Liaisons are senior students who study in different
Food and Shopping programs and can speak many different languages.
There are many restaurants on campus that serve food from During the Summer months, they host a series of Online
all over the world. There is also a grocery store in York Lanes Information Sessions on topics that matter most to a new
(the shopping mall on campus), as well as a pharmacy and international student.
other stores. You’ll never be hungry! http://yorkinternational.yorku.ca/globalconnections
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Cost of Living Homestays, Residence Options
& Private Rental Accommodation
Plan ahead for your studies
When studying abroad, it’s important to be aware of the cost of living so you can budget accordingly. Below is an estimation of the Choosing where you live when you take one of our programs is a big decision. Some of our programs have a housing option built
cost of living while undertaking your course with the English Language Institute. in, but for many programs the choice is entirely up to you. The information below will help you get started in making this decision
One thing that you may not be used to is that often you will have to pay tax and tip on top of the basic cost for many services. For and we’re here to help with further information too.
example, if you go out to dinner with some friends and order a meal that costs $15, you will need to remember that 13% tax and a
15% tip will need to be added to the bill. Tipping is customary but the amount is up to you; 15% is just the average. Living on Campus Private Apartment
Living on campus is a fun and enriching experience. If you’re looking to rent your own apartment or share one
Estimate Expense On Campus Off Campus You can live in one of the dormitories on the York University with friends while you’re studying with us, talk to our
campus, within walking distance of classrooms, gym Global Connections team. They can answer any questions
Textbooks and supplies Included in most YUELI programs Included in most YUELI programs facilities, on-campus restaurants, student centres, libraries, you might have about finding the right place to stay!
$1,620-$2,790 CAD Approx $1,000 CAD/month and computer labs – everything right outside your door.
http://yorkinternational.yorku.ca/globalconnections
Housing The York University Security Control Centre is open
(residence) (varies by area and living arrangements)
24 hours a day/365 days a year to keep you safe, and
$250-$1,125 CAD Approx $400 CAD/month houses a dispatch centre, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV),
Meal plan/groceries
(meal plan varies by time of year) (groceries) alarm monitoring equipment, and a first aid station.
Healthcare $853 CAD for international students $853 CAD for international students http://continue.yorku.ca/english-language-institute/about/
services/live-on-campus
$122.45 CAD per monthly public
Transportation $122.45 CAD monthly public transport pass
transport pass (TTC) Homestay
Mobile phone plan $25-$50 CAD per month $25-$50 CAD per month Students who choose homestay have an opportunity to
live with a Canadian family during their time at the York
Movie ticket $15 CAD per movie $15 CAD per movie University English Language Institute. Homestay provides
you with a chance to have a true Canadian experience by
Restaurant meal $20-$30 CAD per person $25-$50 CAD per person
sharing daily life with Canadians; to speak English outside
These fee estimates are subject to change. For more detailed information on cost of living in Toronto have a look at Expatistan of the classroom; and to have a supportive and comfortable
https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/toronto and Numbeo https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Toronto environment while living in Canada.
The families are Canadians living within a 45-minute commute
from the York University campus. Our families range in size
from one family member (a Homestay parent) to five people
(two Homestay parents and three children). Some of our
families have pets. Many of the homestay parents work during
the day, either full time or part time. Our families live in
apartments, condominiums, bungalows, or two-storey homes.
http://continue.yorku.ca/english-language-institute/about/
services/live-in-homestay
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Launch your career with a Post-Graduate Certificate specifically designed for So, you know what program you want to take — now it’s We’re here to help so please get in touch for any questions
time to register. If you’re not already working with one of our you may have.
international students educational agents in your home country, you can register
+1 416 736 5353
York University’s School of Continuing Studies offers 8-month, full-time Post-Graduate Certificates to help college and university directly via our website.
graduates gain a network of industry professionals, peers and Canadian experience. Choose to start in September or January. yueli@yorku.ca
All you have to do is go to the Programs page, locate your
program and choose which session you want to enrol in from /YorkUYUELI @YorkUYUELI
• Post-Graduate Certificate in Accounting Training a group?
the Available Sessions section. From there just follow the
• Post-Graduate Certificate in Advanced Professional Accounting Talk to us about your needs. We are happy to customize programs prompts to complete your registration and start your journey @YorkUYUELI
• Post-Graduate Certificate in Business Administration in the following areas: with the English Language Institute.
• Post-Graduate Certificate in Human Resources • Accounting Need help? Feel free to reach out to us at yueli@yorku.ca
• Post-Graduate Certificate in Digital & Content Marketing • Business Administration
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• Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations
Add the summer intensive option of Certificate in Big Data
• Cloud Computing Strategy
• Cyber Security
Added Support for
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Analytics and Certificate in Advanced Data Science and
Predictive Analytics to your Post-Graduate Certificate to
• Data Science and Machine Learning our Students
• Digital and Content Marketing
further excel in the Canadian and global job market.
• Full-Stack Web Development
We’re committed to supporting our students through their
• Human Resources entire time with us. We do this by offering:
Please visit our website for details. • IT Auditing
• application support
• Mediation & Negotiation
• workshops on the application process
• Risk Management
• information sessions about Canadian universities and colleges
• User Experience Design
• university and college fairs
continue.yorku.ca
REGISTER ONLINE NOW yorku.ca/yueli
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SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, MEDIA, FACULTY OF HEALTH
PERFORMANCE & DESIGN Our Faculty of Health is driven by one compelling vision: to
Canada’s premiere centres for education across the arts, educate future global leaders, the agents of change who will
redefining what the arts mean today and how they will be redefine and advance health and human science.
imagined tomorrow. • Global Health (BA, BSc)
• Health Studies (BHS)
Arts
• Kinesiology & Health Science (BA, BSc)
• Art History (BA)
• Neuroscience (BSc)
• Studio Art (BFA)
• Nursing (BScN)
Media • Psychology (BA, BSc)
• Cinema & Media Studies (BA)
LASSONDE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
• Digital Media (BA)
• Film Production (BFA) Explore your passions and gain perspective from the real world.
• Media Arts (BFA) • Computer Science (BA, iBA, BSc, iBSc)
• Screenwriting (BFA) • Computer Security (BA, BSc)
Completing your program with us is just the beginning! Performance
• Digital Media (BA)
• Earth & Atmospheric Science (BSc)
• Dance (BFA)
• Engineering (BEng)
Once you’ve finished your program with the English Language Institute there are plenty of options to continue your studies • Music (BA, BFA)
- Civil
with York. Unlike more traditional universities, York can deliver a choice of majors and minors across more than 100 programs • Theatre (BA, BFA)
and two campuses. - Computer
Design - Electrical
• Design (BDes) - Geomatics
Many students combine majors and minors in completely different fields such as music and physics, or psychology and business. - Mechanical
York’s structural flexibility is designed to match your intellectual curiosity. The result? A program you’ll love, greater engagement
FACULTY OF EDUCATION - Software
with your studies and, in the long run, adaptability in your academic and career success.
Engage in local and global classrooms and communities. - Space
If you prefer a more structured approach, York has those programs too. Below you’ll see a list of the Faculties at York and all the • Engineering & International Development Studies (BEng/BA)
programs they offer. For more information go to the Future Students web page http://futurestudents.yorku.ca. Direct-entry, Concurrent and Consecutive Bachelor of
All the general dates for the Summer, Fall, and Winter sessions can be found on the Registrar’s web page • Education (BEd) FACULTY OF LIBERAL ARTS &
http://www.registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates • Educational Studies (BA) PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
There are also two scholarships that are available to international students undertaking a degree at York: We house Canada’s largest selection of liberal arts and
FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
professional programs.
Award Name Amount Eligibility Challenge what is. Imagine what could be. Transform the Future.
• Ecosystem Management (BES) Business & I.T.
Global Leader of Tomorrow $80,000 • International applicants from secondary
Award for International ($20,000 x 4 years) school or equivalent • Environmental Management & Technology (BES) • Business Economics (BA)
Students • Environmental Studies (BES) • Commerce (BCom)
• Minimum ‘A’ average or equivalent
- Environmental Management - Accounting
• Demonstrated leadership through - Business Research
- Environmental Politics, Justice and Arts
community service or excellence in
- Urban & Regional Environments - Finance
the arts or sport
• International Development (BES) - Human Resources Management
International Entrance $140,000 • International applicants from secondary • Urban Sustainability (BES) - Information Technology
Scholarship of Distinction ($35,000 x 4 years) school or equivalent - Management
FACULTY OF GRADUATE STUDIES - Marketing
• Minimum ‘A’ average or equivalent
More than 90 master’s, doctoral and professional programs. - Supply Chain Management
• Demonstrated leadership through
• Disaster & Emergency Management (BDEM)
community service or excellence in
the arts or sport • Economics (BA)
• Financial & Business Economics (BA)
• Human Resources Management (BHRM)
• Information Technology (BA)
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