The Spring/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, with the goal of helping students improve their fluency, build confidence, and strengthen their communication skills..
SELP offers:
25 hours per week of English Language Instruction (ELI) and socio-cultural outings
Small, supportive, participatory classes
Experiential, interactive learning through engaging projects
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
Student-centered learning
Students are at the centre of the learning experience. Each week in class, they build their language skills and vocabulary by exploring an engaging theme, such as cultural differences, communication, or social media. They also work together on short, theme-based projects and collaborative activities that require them to share ideas and solve problems with their classmates. Off-campus excursions to popular tourist attractions allow students to use their language skills in authentic contexts.
Students of all English proficiency levels are welcome. An online English placement test may be required to ensure students are placed in a class that best matches their language abilities.
Applications will be accepted until 45 days before the program's start date, subject to availability. Each application must be accompanied by a non-refundable deposit of $250. The balance of payment is due one month before the start of the program.
Spring 2027 Program Dates
Program Dates
Monday, February 8 – Friday, February 26, 2027
Homestay Dates
Sunday, February 7 – Saturday, February 27, 2027
Summer 2027 Program Dates
Program Dates
Tuesday, August 3 – Friday, August 20, 2027
Homestay Dates
Sunday, August 1 – Saturday, August 21, 2027
Fees & Payment
Please contact our office for more information, program costs and an application package: selp [at] langara.ca (selp[at]langara[dot]ca)
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
Spring/Summer English Language Program Tel: +1.604.323.5696 Email: selp [at] langara.ca (selp[at]langara[dot]ca)
