SUMMER AT UBC
– OPERATED BY ILSC
AGES 9-17 | VANCOUVER, BC | 1-6 WEEKS
CHOOSE YOUR COURSE:
GENERAL ENGLISH
15 hours/week
All English Levels
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP
15 hours/week
Intermediate+
west coast adventures start here!
Summer in beautiful BC
Students build confidence, explore new places, and make new friendships while living and learning at the University of British Columbia.
Offered through CISS and operated by ILSC, this programme combines lessons with campus activities and all the best that Vancouver has to offer.
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Key Facts
Location
University of British Columbia
Ages
09-17 years
Session Length
1 – 6 weeks
Accommodation
Single or double rooms
WASHROOMS
Shared facilities
2027 Dates
June 27 – August 08
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Course Options
General English
Lessons hour per week: 15
English level required: All levels accepted
Duration: 1-6 weeks
Learn English in a true University setting! Summer at UBC offers a comprehensive ESL programme including 15 lessons per week. This option provides classroom instruction in speaking, listening, reading and writing, with a focus on helping students of all proficiency levels to improve their fluency and accuracy of speech. The general English experience focuses mostly on conversation and is the choice for most international summer students.
Global Leadership
Lessons hours per week: 15
Ages: 12-17
English level required: Intermediate to Advanced (IELTS 4.0+)
Duration: 2 or 3 weeks
2 weeks: July 04 – July 18 or July 11 – July 25
3 weeks: July 04 – July 25
Lead. Connect. Make a Difference.
Following the CISS Global Leadership curriculum, students develop the confidence and skills to lead, collaborate and make a positive difference. Through interactive lessons and engaging group work, students explore leadership, communication and cultural understanding. They learn to consider different perspectives and turn ideas into practical action.
The course concludes with students presenting their passion projects to a real audience, putting their leadership skills into practice and strengthening their sense of global responsibility.
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Facilities
Live and Learn at UBC
Based at Totem Park Residence on the University of British Columbia’s campus, students have access to the university’s many amenities including shops, food courts, and open spaces for relaxing with friends and outdoor spaces for activities.
With the campus as their summer home, they experience university residence life while exploring the city around them.
Facilities Include:
Large classrooms
Dining hall
WiFi access
Campus coffee shops and fast food restaurants
Medical centre on-campus
Accommodation
Experience university life this summer while staying in a comfortable single or double room at Totem Park residence at the University of British Columbia campus. Students are accommodated by gender within the residence, with shared washrooms and shower facilities located on each floor.
Rooms include individual beds, desks and chairs, and storage space. Bed linens are provided; students should bring their own bath towels and toiletries. Laundry facilities are available in the residence for a nominal fee, with laundry detergent provided.
ILSC staff live in the residence and provide supervision throughout the programme.
Meals
Students enjoy three meals daily. Meals are served buffet-style in a nearby dining hall, with a variety of options to suit different tastes and dietary needs.
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Location
Summer at UBC – operated by ILSC is based at the University of British Columbia
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Activities
Students always have something to do, beyond their course of study. Our programme includes a variety of on-campus and off-campus activities.
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The General English + Activity option is the ideal choice for international summer students who want to improve their English. With this option, students receive 10 hours of English as a Second Language (ESL) lessons per week. This includes classroom instruction in speaking, listening, reading and writing, with a focus on helping students of all proficiency levels to improve in their fluency and accuracy of speech.
English lessons comprise two of the five daily periods. You can then choose different land, water, or art activities to fill the remaining two or three periods.
Off-site Activities
Each week, students take part in 3 off-site activities where they have the opportunity to explore the city and experience the local culture. Activities may include Capilano Suspension Bridge, Playland Amusement Park, Stanley Park, Whistler Village and more!
Afternoon Activities
Students can participate in a variety of afternoon activities every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on the UBC campus. Activities include group sports, games, as well as performing and visual arts
activities. Activity options vary from week to week.
Evening Activities
In the evenings, students participate in social activities such as scavenger hunts, dance parties, performance nights or team quiz competitions.
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2027 Dates & Fees – General English
July 04
July 11
July 18
July 25
August 01
August 08
June 27
$3235
$5780
$8025
$10270
July 04
$3235
$5780
$8025
$10270
July 11
$3235
$5780
$8025
$10270
July 18
$3235
$5780
$8025
July 25
$3235
$5780
August 01
$3235
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2027 Dates & Fees – Global Leadership
July 18
July 25
July 04
$5780
$8025
July 11
$5780
Extra Fees: |
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| Extra Night Fee | $250 | Applies to all students who arrive early or depart late. |
| Extra Transfer Fee | $125 | Applies to all students who arrive or depart on non-scheduled dates. |
| Late Arrival/Early Departure Fee | $125 | Applies to all students with flights ARRIVING after 22:00 or DEPARTING before 09:00. |
| Unaccompanied Minor (UM) Fee | $ 075 | Applies to all students using the UM service with an airline (each way). |
All fees are in Canadian Dollars.
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FAQ
Parents and students may have questions about our programme and we are happy to bring you the frequently asked questions here.
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