University Pathway Program (UPP)

This academic-based program focuses on time management, note-taking, exam preparation, academic presentations and essay writing. If you complete the UPP in any of our three cities you can continue onto one of our partner universities or colleges without writing an English language proficiency exam.

Overview

Program Type
- Language
- Study Abroad
Location
- Toronto, Ottawa, and Halifax
Program for an individual or for a group

Individual or Group
Program highlights
- Highly Trained Teachers
- 40+ College and University Partner Programs

Specifics

Requirements

Housing and Meals

Housing type
- Host Family
Meals included
- 3 per day
Housing / meals details

Living with a host family can be awesome. You’ll get to know Canadian culture, not just as a visitor, but as part of a family. Here are some tips to have the best experience possible: Language: This will probably be your biggest challenge. A sense of humour, an open mind, and some patience will help things go smoothly. Culture: Learn about Canadian culture before you arrive. Once you arrive, pay attention to your homestay’s routines and behaviours, so that you understand what is normal and expected. Independence: If you’re an adult, it may be hard to give up some independence with a host family. If you communicate well, your host family will understand that you need time to yourself. Be thankful: Show appreciation regularly to your host family. A simple, heart-felt “thank you” goes a long way. Your time in Canada is limited, so be willing to let go of old habits, and embrace a new culture and a new way of living. Canadian laws: Just like your home country, Canada has laws that you need to follow. Canadian laws may be really different from your own and it’s very important to know what’s legal and what’s not.

Extra

Social life

It’s all about building your confidence, meeting new friends, and spending time with your teachers in a relaxed atmosphere.

We have Activity Staff who plan 5-7 activities per week for you. We have daily activities regardless of the season. There is a fantastic mix of day, evening, and weekend trips that will keep you busy and using your English outside of the classroom.

Note: Some activities are free and others will be an additional cost.

Here are some examples:

Toronto:
Trips to Niagara Falls – Watching Toronto Football Club play on home turf – Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament – Watching Toronto Raptors Basketball

Ottawa:
Watching the Senators play hockey – Visiting the Museum of Civilization – Skating on the Rideau Canal

Halifax:
Evening on a Tall Ship – Trips to PEI and Cape Breton – Camping at Mersey River – Skiing at Martock
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