Communication and Culture

Communication and Culture

Who should take this course?

This program is for students with a general interest in improving their English fluency, ability to speak and understand everyday spoken American English, and knowledge of American culture.

All levels of English ability.

 

2010 Dates (click here for complete list of program dates):

  • Jan 4 - Mar  19
  • Mar 29 - Jun 11
  • Jun 21 - Sept 3
  • Sept 20 -Dec 3

Program Schedule:

  • Monday - Friday
  • Classes are held between 8:30 - 4:30 PM
  • 11 weeks - 20 hours per week (First week is testing, orientation & registration)
  • Schedule varies depending on level and classes chosen

Course Listings

Beginning and low intermediate levels (determined upon arrival)

Required classes:

  • Core classes for fluency and comprehension
  • Conversation
  • Reading/Writing
  • Listening skills class

Elective classes and various offerings each quarter. Typical examples are:

  • Vocabulary Development
  • Conversation
  • Writing development
  • Listening through music
  • Everyday English
  • Business Communication
  • Reading/vocabulary development
  • Idioms
  • TOEFL Preparation (levels 103/104)
  • Intermediate American Culture
  • Vocabulary/Discussion through TV/Video

High Intermediate and advanced levels (determined upon arrival)

Required classes:

  • Core classes for fluency and comprehension
  • Grammar skills class

Elective classes:

  • Idioms and slang
  • Conversation
  • Academic writing (from level 106)
  • Reading & Writing
  • American Music
  • American Culture
  • American Film
  • Grammar Seminar (from level 106)
  • TOEFL/ TOEIC Preparation
  • High Intermediate film
  • Oral Presentation
  • Current Events

Cost (In U.S. Dollars):

Application Fee: $150 (non-refundable)
Tuition 2010: $2,975
Books/Materials: Approximately $250
Student Services Fee: $300