UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAM

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1 UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAM

2 DO MORE. LEARN MORE. BE MORE! Wherever you choose to go in life, Tamwood helps you get there. Whether you want amazing life experiences at unforgettable destinations, acceptance into the international university of your choice, or to accelerate your future career, Tamwood helps make your dreams come true. With the guidance of our skilled staff and coaches you will learn new skills, expand existing abilities, discover talents you didn t know you had, and forever transform yourself in wonderful ways you can barely imagine. Life grows more global, more exciting and more competitive every day. Start growing too, and confidently meet tomorrow s challenges. Tamwood is your first step toward doing more, learning more, and becoming more. ACCREDITATIONS AND AWARDS One of only a few Canadian schools accepted for membership in the exclusice International Association of Language Centres (IALC) Accredited member of Languages Canada Official Recognized Organization with International Experience Canada, CIC Winner of the STM Star School in North America Award in 2013 and finalist in VANCOUVER LOCATION TORONTO LOCATION ORIGIN OF STUDENTS EUROPE 30 % LATIN AMERICA 25% JAPAN 20% KOREA 10% MIDDLE EAST 10% OTHER ASIA 4% OTHER 1% 1

3 UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAM VANCOUVER& TORONTO Get the Academic English and Study Skills you need to be admitted to the international university/college of your choice. Students who take the University Pathway Program benefit from: Academic skills training, including: - Reading and using university libraries - Summarizing, paraphrasing, synthesizing and critiquing - Critical thinking - Discussion skills and group work - Research skills and ethics - Essay and report writing - Referencing and bibliographies - Presentation skills - Note-taking English Language improvement in all skill areas IELTS exam preparation Advice, counselling and assistance with the admissions process for chosen universities and about living and studying at university Entry to one of our partner institutions, many of which many of which waive the IELTS requirement for our UPP graduates Weekly trips to, or presentations by, our partner institutions tailored to the interests and needs of students Preparation for ALL aspects of life at college or university including: accommodation, food, dealing with professors, support services, leisure time, dealing with issues like stress, homesickness etc. Weekly assessments and a detailed transcript on course completion to share with colleges, universities and potential employers Weekly one-on-one counselling and feedback on progress Monthly student newsletter covering the program and events Transferable skills that can be applied to study / work in any country 2

4 UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PROGRAM IELTS Preparation / Pre-UPP - 12 weeks 25 lessons/week - Weekly start dates - IELTS exam preparation and academic counselling - Successful graduates will achieve IELTS 6.0 or higher on IELTS - Entry Requirement: high intermediate English (IELTS 5-5.5)* University Pathway Program (UPP) - 12 weeks 25 lessons/week - Monthly start dates - Advanced academic English, academic skills development and academic counselling - Successful graduates will achieve on IELTS - Entry Requirement: Low advanced English or EAP1 (IELTS 5.5-6)** *Beginner to intermediate students join the General English program until they reach a high intermediate level and can join IELTS Prep. ** Students who test just below the low advanced level might only need 4-8 weeks of IELTS before being eligible to join UPP. Such students will be assessed weekly and moved to UPP when ready. OVER 80 % Of Tamwood Students Score a 6.5 or higher on the IELTS LEVEL PROGRESS Level 1 Foundation Level 2 Basic English Skills Level 3 Fluency & Independence You are now comfortable in English environments. Level 4 Function in an English Environment IELTS IELTS Prep and Academic Counselling You are now ready to take University classes. UPP Extended Academic Skills Development 8-12 Weeks 8-12 Weeks 8-12 Weeks 8-12 Weeks 8-12 Weeks 12 Weeks BASIC INTERMEDIATE UNIVERSITY PREP UNIVERSITY STUDY 3

5 ACCELERATE YOUR LIFE This program is not just about university we cover topics of general interest too. All UPP graduates, no matter whether they were planning to study or not, said the materials were interesting and challenging. You will learn life skills such as writing s, letters and reports, interview skills, group work, presentation skills among other life skills. With a strong focus on reading, writing and listening practice, this high level program will challenge you and accelerate your learning. Do you want... 1) to do academic studies at an English speaking college or university for a semester, a year or a full degree? 2) sophisticated, high level instruction in writing, speaking and academic skills? 3) a challenging upper level English course with top level instructors and frequent asessments? 4) to achieve a high score on the IELTS exam? Then Tamwood s University Pathway Program is for you! TAKE OUR ONLINE TEST This test will establish your current English level and help in developing your univesity pathway study plan. 4

6 TAMWOOD S UNIVERSITY PATHWAY PARTNERS Royal Roads University (Victoria, BC) Popular degrees: Bachelor of Business Administration in Sustainability and International Business, Master of Arts In Tourism Management, Bachelor of Arts in International Hotel Management Vancouver Island University (Nanaimo, BC) Popular Programs: co-operative education and internships in programs such as Culinary Arts, Computer Science, Tourism, Hospitality, Fisheries & Aquaculture, Interior Design, or Graphic Design. Brighton College (Vancouver, Surrey and Burnaby BC) Popular Programs: Diplomas and Certificates in Engineering, Business, Trade, Technology, Marketing, Accounting, Hospitality and Healthcare. Kwantlen Polytechnic University (Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale, Langley BC) Popular programs: Bachelor of Arts in Criminology, Accounting BBA, Marketing Management BBA, Sustainable Agriculture: Bachelor of Applied Science Langara College (Vancouver, BC) Popular programs: University of British Columbia (UBC) Transfer Program Institute of Technology Design and Management (Vancouver, BC) Popular Programs: Hospitality Management, Interior Design, Jewellery Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Web Development Executive Hotel Management College (Vancouver, BC) Popular programs: 1-Year Hotel Management Diploma + Practical Work Placement, Dual Hotel/Food & Beverage Diploma+ Paid Co-Op Placement New York Institute of Technology (Vancouver, BC) Programs: General MBA, MBA with concentration in Finance, MBA with concentration in Tourism, Master of Science in Information, Networking and Computer Security (MS-INCS). Acsenda School of Management (Vancouver, BC) Popular Programs: Degrees and diplomas in Business Administration College of the Rockies (Cranbrook, BC) Popular degrees: Tourism and Recreation Management, College Preparation/ BC Adult Graduate Diploma, Graduate Certificate in Global Studies Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (Calgary, AB) Popular degrees: Bachelor of Applied Business Administration, Bachelor of Applied Technology, Bachelor of Applied Information Technology, Bachelor of Applied Technology (Petroleum Engineering). Algoma University (Sault St. Marie, ON) Popular programs: Computer Game Technology, Business Systems Management (Business & Computer Science) Community, Economic & Social Development Finance & Economics Biology (Invasive Species), Psychology Brescia University College (University of Western Ontario), (London, ON) Popular programs: Leadership, Management and Organizational Studies, Nutrition and Dietetics (BSc), Food Science & Technology (BSc), Community Development, Sociology of Law, Crime & Deviance, Psychology, Crime and Communities, French for Teaching, Health Sciences & Kinesiology, English Language and Literature Conestoga College (Kitchener, ON) Popular programs: Bachelor of Business Administration (Co-op), Architecture - Project and Facility Management (Co-op), Interior Design (Co-op) Cambrian College (Brampton ON, Sudbury ON, Vancouver BC) Popular programs: Business Accounting Diploma, Graphic Design Advanced Diploma, Network Technician Diploma Georgian College (Barrie, ON) Popular programs: Bachelor of Business - Automotive Management, Research Analyst Program Confederation College (Thunder Bay, ON) Popular Programs: Diploma, Certificate and Apprenticeship programs, academic upgrading Bishop s University (Sherbrooke, QC) Popular programs: Bachelor of Business Administration, programs in the areas of economics, environmental studies and geography, politics and international studies, psychology, sociology and sports studies Acadia University (Wolfvill, NS) Popular programs: B.A. in Economics with Business, Bachelor of Computer Science, Recreation Management University of Prince Edward Island (Charlottetown, PEI) Popular programs: Business, Computer Science and Biology Lincoln University (San Francisco Bay, Oakland, CA, USA) Popular programs: Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Administration Northwest Missouri State University (Maryville, MO, USA) Popular Programs: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Education; Psychology; Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences; and Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies. Guilford College (Greensboro, NC, USA) Popular Programs: Psychology, Business Admin & Management, Biology, Criminal Justice, Accounting, Health Sciences Unity College (ME, USA) Popular programs: Captive Wildlife Care and Education, Conservation Law Enforcement, Earth and Environmental Science, Marine Biology 57

7 PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTION & SUPPORT ANGELA BELCHAM University Pathway Program Manager Education Bachelor of European Law Honours Degree, University of Warwick, UK and University of Lille II, France Masters in Sociolinguistics (Distinction), University of Essex, UK PhD Sociolinguistics, University of London, UK ESL Teaching Diploma, Trinity College, UK TESL Canada Certification at the highest level Take this pre-university program to reach the English level for admission to a post secondary institution offering: Bachelor s Degrees College Diplomas & Certificates Post Graduate Diplomas MBA & Masters Degrees PATHWAY PROGRAM ADVISORS... Teaching Experience and Curriculum Development English teaching in the UK, Japan, and Canada Programs include IELTS, TOEIC, BEC, EAP, General English, Business English, Teacher Training Curriculum development in EAP and IELTS Prep Programs Our Program Advisors will guide each student toward entrance to college or university. Each student will meet with an Advisor throughout their Pathway program to determine progress and plan for university or college admissions. Guide students through the steps of a university and college application Offer assistance with agency referrals for study visa applications Provide opportunities for students to learn about international student services offered at our partner campuses and to attend presentations, workshops and tours Follow up after acceptance to ensure long term success and to refine and enhance our curriculum to make sure we prepare you as well as we can 86

8 ENGLISH EXPANDS YOUR WORLD LOCATIONS Tamwood - Vancouver Campus Tel: Thurlow Street, Suite 202 Vancouver, BC Canada, V6E 1W2 Tamwood - Toronto Campus Tel: Yonge Street, Suite 1402 Toronto, ON Canada, M4P 1E4 REGISTER ONLINE Admissions Office Tel: home@tamwood.com Web: FOLLOW US ON : /tamwood.international /tamwoodschools /tamvideos /tamagent Tamwood International is a privately owned British Columbia limited Company. Tamwood Internation is a member of: