The IELTS test was introduced in 1989 to assess "whether candidates are ready to train in the medium of English". It is now recognized by Canadian universities, government agencies and employers around the globe. The exam is taken by over 1,000,000 people every year.

At Banff Education Centre we focus on the Academic IELTS Test. The Academic IELTS test is necessary for students who plan to study at university (undergraduate or postgraduate courses) and will test the student’s ability both to understand and use complex academic language in the 4 skill areas.

This program is a 12 week program with monthly start dates. The practice component is offered in Canmore along with weekly practice tests so students are able to see their progress through the course. The official testing is offered in Calgary at the end of each 3 month session. (Canmore is approximately 1 hour from Calgary)

The Test Format

There are four sub-tests, or modules, to the IELTS test:
Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking.
The course includes lessons that are specific to the IELTS test, the four components, key exam strategies, plus our English Communication portion, based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks, that also covers Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing skills.

All areas complementing each other to improve your scores and English ability.

*Students must study for a minimum of 12 weeks

 

We guarantee a higher test score or you will receive your tuition back!

 

Overview

Currently the Banff Education Centre’s curriculum is based on the Canadian language Benchmarks. We are correlating the skills essential in the benchmarks performance indicators to the IELTS band scores in each of the four skill areas. The major focus will be on preparing the learners for an IELTS band score of 6 to 7.

Overall Goals

Provide comprehensive English language training to prepare the language learner with the essential test taking and language skills and confidence to achieve an academic score of 6.5 to 7 in the IELTS.

Objectives

• To provide ample strategic opportunities to listen to and speak on the themes listed in the IELTS syllabus
• To acquire a broad range of English vocabulary based on real life
• To study relevant themes
• To develop a sound knowledge of English grammar
• To develop effective writing and reading skills
• To maximize the English language learning experience in an English speaking community
• To acquire necessary academic study skills that will further the learners ability to succeed in IELTS
• To prepare for the IELTS examination by practicing taking tests and preparing learners for all 4 IELTS skill areas in the academic stream.
• To help the learner gain the confidence to use English for academic purposes

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