University and College Preparation with Kaplan International in Canada 2015 www.kaplaninternational.com
Why university and college preparation with Kaplan International in Canada? At Kaplan International, we have 20 years of experience in preparing international students for entrance into university or college. Our experienced teachers and academic counselors are dedicated to giving each student personal attention from the time they start at Kaplan International until their transfer to university or college. As part of Kaplan Inc., a world leader in education, Kaplan International offers that help students improve their English language skills, academic knowledge and independent study skills. Students benefit from our extensive network of partner schools and our experienced University Placement Counselors who will assist you every step of the way to ensure a smooth transfer from Kaplan International to university or college. Your Route to Academic Success Study English with Kaplan International in Canada College or Diploma or Certificate University Transfer Program Bachelor s Degree (undergraduate) Master s Degree (Graduate) 1 to 4 year 1 to 2 year 3 to 4 year 1 to 3 year Step by Step Support Partner Universities and Colleges An extensive network of over 20 universities and colleges in Canada Academic Counseling Committed counselors with years of experience who help students from program selection to application and transfer English Language Programs Kaplan curriculum and testing methods to improve English skill and test scores for success at university or college 2 I Find out more at www.kaplaninternational.com
What is University Placement Service? Kaplan International is proud to name over 20 universities and colleges across Canada as partners. These schools offer conditional acceptance to certificate, diploma, bachelor or even master to academically eligible Kaplan International students before they leave home, making the study permit application process easier. Many partner schools will even accept successful completion of Kaplan International English levels instead of a TOEFL or IELTS score. Study English at Kaplan International Study at any of our partner universities and colleges Graduate with a certificate, diploma, bachelor or master s degree Students benefit from our extensive network of partner schools and our experienced University Placement Counselors who will assist you every step of the way to ensure a smooth transfer from Kaplan International to university or college. How Kaplan International Helps You Kaplan International is committed to making the most out of each student s time at our Vancouver and Toronto schools. We are known for our strong academic focus and our commitment to offering a challenging and engaging curriculum. Basic University Placement - Personalised help in selecting a program and institute - Assistance with one application to a partner institute - Conditional letter of acceptance - Academic counselling during studies - Guaranteed admission if meeting all entry requirements Find out more at www.kaplaninternational.com I 3
How to prepare for university or college? 1. What do you want to study at university? Selecting a program and institute takes time and consideration. If you have an idea of what you want to study, you should to think about the type of credential you want to achieve in Canada. Do you want to graduate with a diploma or a bachelor s degree? Also think about the different types of education: in general college education is more applied and prepares you for a specific career, whereas university degrees are more academically focused. 2. What is your current English level? Part of University Placement Service is a free pre-test to determine your level of English. Based on this assessment, Kaplan International estimates the time you need to improve your English to the required level for admission into university or college. Almost all our partners accept completed Kaplan International levels for admission into their. Equivalent exam level 60 KAPLAN LEVELS CEFR TOEFL IELTS CAMBRIDGE ALTE PTE 50 40 30 20 10 Proficiency Advanced Higher Intermediate Intermediate Lower Intermediate C2 92-100 7.5-8.0 200+ Level 5 85-100 CPE C1 75-91 6.5-7.0 180-200 Level 4 76-84 CAE B2 55-74 5.5-6.0 160-180 Level 3 59-75 FCE B1 37-54 4.5-5.0 140-160 Level 2 43-58 PET A2 13-36 3.5-4.0 120-140 Level 1 KET 0 Elementary Length of study in weeks (Intensive English)* A1 0-12 3.0 100-120 *Please note that 10 weeks per level is just a guide to average progress rates on an Intensive English course. We cannot guarantee an exact period of study over which specific language goals can be attained. Breakthrough Level 4 I Find out more at www.kaplaninternational.com
3. Which Kaplan International program is best for you? Our Vancouver and Toronto schools offer a variety of to help you improve your English skills. Depending on your English level and the university or college you want to enter, any of these three categories supports you in achieving your goal. English Proficiency General English Intensive English Exam Preparation TOEFL and Academic English IELTS Intensive Preparation English for Academic Purposes University Foundation Course Entry level: Any level Start date: Weekly Minimum length: 2 weeks Effective and flexible that address your specific language needs Entry level: Intermediate (IELTS) or Higher Intermediate (TOEFL ) Start date: Weekly Minimum length: 2 weeks (IELTS), 4 weeks (TOEFL ) Intensive that focus on skills and strategies required for studying in a university setting Entry level: Higher Intermediate Start date: January, May or September Minimum length: 10 week program Kaplan-designed program with targeted modules for university transfer. Includes essential skills such as essay writing, critical thinking, and reading comprehension Your individual pathway program into college or university could range anywhere from 8 weeks to one year based on your English level and study progress. Application Process 1. Send your program preferences and take the free English pre-test 2. Kaplan International sends you recommendations based on your English level, future objectives and preferred study location 3. Choose a partner university or college and enroll for English study at Kaplan International 4. Kaplan International assists in your application for university or college and pre-screens your application 5. Receive joint letters of acceptance for Kaplan International and the partner university or college (conditional) Find out more at www.kaplaninternational.com I 5
Kaplan International partner universities and colleges * INTERNATIONAL *Please note that Kaplan International partners are updated continuously. 6 I Find out more at www.kaplaninternational.com Details subject to change. Published January 2015. Revised August 2015.