Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)University of Victoria – Division of Continuing Studies

BEAUTIFUL BRITISH COLUMBIABEAUTIFUL BRITISH COLUMBIAThe province of British Columbia is located on Canada’s west coast. Victoria is the capital city of BC.

BEAUTIFUL BRITISH COLUMBIABEAUTIFUL BRITISH COLUMBIAVictoria has the mildest climate in Canada, with warm,

dry summers and winters with rain, but very little snow.

BEAUTIFUL BRITISH COLUMBIABEAUTIFUL BRITISH COLUMBIA• Victoria is located on Vancouver Island and is a short flight or ferry ride to

Vancouver and Seattle.• Spectacular ocean, mountain and forest scenery surround Vancouver Island

Victoria is famous for:• being a friendly, clean and secure place • incredible coastal scenery • Canada´s BEST weather!

VICTORIA: AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE

VICTORIA: AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE

Over 1 million tourists visit Victoria each year to enjoy:• outdoor activities like biking, sailing, kayaking, cycling…• famous gardens, parks and beaches• excellent shopping, restaurants and nightlife

UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA (UVic)UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA (UVic) UVic consistently ranks among the Top 3 universities in Canada and the Top 1% of universities worldwide!

Student population: 19,000 Faculties & Divisions

• Business• Education• Engineering• Fine Arts• Graduates Studies• Human & Social Development• Humanities• Law• Science• Social Sciences• Medical Sciences • Continuing Studies

UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA (UVic)UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA (UVic) Our campus is a friendly and comfortable place to learn, with modern

academic and recreational facilities.

The Division of Continuing StudiesThe Division of Continuing Studies

International Students have been studying with us for over 40 years!

CSIE students come from countries such as:

Argentina Brazil Colombia China Chile France Iran Italy Japan Korea Mexico

Peru Russia Saudi Arabia Spain Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey Ukraine Venezuela Vietnam

The Continuing Studies BuildingThe Continuing Studies Building

TEFL classes are located in the heart of the university. Students attend classes throughout UVic’s modern campus.

Professional Specialization Certificate (PSC) in TEFL• 150 hours of blended delivery instruction, including:o 75 hours (3 weeks) of on-campus classroom-based learningo 75 hours (3 months) of online learning following return tohome country• Successful candidates receive a Professional Specialization Certificate inTEFL from the University of Victoria

Customized TEFL Programs(developed in consultation with sponsoring institution)• 2-6 weeks in duration• 15-30 hours per week of classes and workshops• Optional online content delivery• Successful candidates receive a Certificate of Completionfrom the University of Victoria

TEFL for Native Speakers of EnglishThis 120-hour non-credit course is intended for people with little or no EFL teaching experience. It provides a survey of fundamental theoretical and practical concepts related to teaching English as a foreign language. By the end of the course you will acquire knowledge, skills, strategies, and cultural awareness, and be familiar with the following:

• methodology for teaching the four skills (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking)

• second language acquisition theory• classroom organization, teaching, and assessment

techniques• understanding cultural diversity• teaching learning strategies to maximize learning in the

classroom• empowering learners to manage their own learning process.

UVic’s TEFL ProgramsUVic’s TEFL Programs

Students who are not a native speaker of English must meet the following language proficiency requirements and pass a TEFL entrance interview:

TOEFL(iBT) score: 94TOEIC score: 850IELTS score 7.0

HOMESTAY ACCOMMODATIONHOMESTAY ACCOMMODATION

Homestay Program: National Award Winner!

A private, furnished room in a home near UVic All meals and snacks Airport transportation $850 / month

DORMITORY ACCOMMODATIONDORMITORY ACCOMMODATION

Live on UVic’s campus with your new friends! A single, furnished, non-smoking room Full cafeteria meal plan Evening and weekend activities

Why Choose TEFL at UVic?Why Choose TEFL at UVic?

The BEST City with the BEST Weather In Victoria you’ll enjoy beautiful scenery,

friendly people, outdoor adventure and Canada’s mildest climate!

Award-Winning ProgramsWe are Canadian leaders in education! Our

Homestay, Work Experience and University Admission programs are all national award-winners!

Modern University CampusAt UVic you’ll find computer labs, cafes,

recreation centres, a travel agency, a cinema, bookstore, library and more!

SEE YOU SOON - AT UVIC!SEE YOU SOON - AT UVIC! Email: TEFL@UVIC.CA

Website: https://continuingstudies.uvic.ca/education-learning-and-development/topics/teaching-english-as-a-foreign-language

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