Summer English Language Program

Credential
No Credential
Duration (Minimum)
3 weeks
Delivery
Full-time
In-person
Start Date
May
Study Type
Continuing Studies
Contact
selp [at] langara.ca

Summer English Language Program

The Summer English Language Program (SELP) is an immersive, three-week course in language and cultural study at Langara College, a public institution in Vancouver, Canada. The program combines classroom learning with off-campus experiences in Vancouver’s multicultural West Coast setting.

SELP offers: 

  • 25 hours per week of classroom instruction and educational outings
  • Small, supportive classes with interactive, project-based learning
  • A focus on speaking and effective communication
  • The chance to experience life on a vibrant and diverse college campus
  • An opportunity to interact with local students
  • The chance to live with a local homestay family

For more information, download a brochure:
 

SELP Summer english Brochure 2026

SELP Summer Japanese Brochure 2026

SELP Summer Spanish Brochure 2026

Sample schedule

Instructors or cultural assistants take students on a series of exciting outdoor adventures such as kayaking, an excursion to the Capilano Suspension Bridge, or a visit to the Vancouver Aquarium. Students also visit museums and Vancouver’s ethnically diverse neighbourhoods. This is a sample itinerary and the schedule and activities included are subject to change.

Week One
DayActivity
MondayStatutory Holiday
Tuesday

Morning: Welcome and ELI

Afternoon: Orientation

Wednesday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Discover Vancouver Scavenger Hunt

Thursday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: ELI

Friday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Project-based learning

Week Two
DayActivity
Monday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Museum of Vancouver

Tuesday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Project-based learning

Wednesday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Kayaking in Deep Cove

Thursday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Project-based learning

Friday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Project-based learning

Week Three
DayActivity
Monday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Vancouver Aquarium

Tuesday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Project-based learning

Wednesday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Capilano Suspension Bridge

Thursday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Project-based learning

Friday

Morning: ELI

Afternoon: Closing ceremony

Program Dates

Program DatesTuesday, August 4 – Friday, August 21, 2026
Homestay DatesSunday, August 2 – Saturday, August 22, 2026

Homestay

Homestay accommodation is optional, but it is an important part of the language immersion program. Students stay with carefully selected English-speaking families who are interested in sharing their time and culture so that students can practice their English and learn about West Coast living. Students will take part in daily family activities. Some language assignments will involve discussions with your host family.

Contact

Summer English Language Program 
Tel: +1.604.323.5696
Email: selp [at] langara.ca (selp[at]langara[dot]ca)