Hansa Language School

Hansa Language School

Hansa School is a private language institution in Canada that has welcomed international students since 1969. Now it is one of the largest and well-known schools in the country. Two campuses of the school, Eglinton and Yonge, are conveniently located in midtown Toronto. Hansa Language School offers English classes that cover all needs of the international students and organizes excursions, trips, sports, and social activities to emerge foreigners in the Canadian settings. International students also prefer the school due to its flexible schedule, qualified teachers, and small classes. Moreover, students at Hansa Language School often outperform other language students on TOEFL, IELTS and TOEIC exams.

Language School offers private and small group classes to create the ideal environment for language studies. The principle of the school is that international students learn best in language programs that can be adapted to their goals and needs. Hansa Language School uses a Flexible Learning System. In other words, it offers nearly 300 classes a day, and students can choose the classes they want to take. International students achieve a university-level English proficiency within months by following the English only policy and using the Flexible Learning System.

The intensive English Program allows students to choose from various classes that include Grammar, Pronunciation, Speaking, Writing, Reading, Listening, Vocabulary, Idioms, and Phrasal Verbs. The program provides learners with small classes of nine students, guidance from the counsellors, freedom to choose the subjects and teachers that suit their needs and learning style. After completing an Intensive English program at Hansa Language School, many international students enroll in its specialized programs like the Executive English Program, Academic Preparation, TOEFL or IELTS Exam Preparation, or General English. The Executive English Program offers personalized and specialized language tutoring for international students, entrepreneurs, and professionals. The program can be created as private classes only or a combination of private and regular group lessons. The focus of the Executive English Program can include legal or medical vocabulary, business presentations and negotiations, or individual language upgrading.

The Academic Preparation Program at Hansa Language School provides international students with a solid foundation for academic success at a Canadian college or university. To enter this program, non-native English speakers are required to have an Advanced level of English and achieve a minimum of 70% on a Hansa Level 7 Test.

International students can also choose an Exam Preparation Program. Hansa Language School offers preparatory courses for various English proficiency tests, such as TOEFL, IELTS, and CELPIP. The fifteen or thirty hours per week program prepares international students in the four skills (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) that are evaluated on exams. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a recognized English language proficiency test accepted by most Canadian colleges and universities. The language school has an international reputation for excellent student preparation for the TOEFL exam. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is also a recognized test for education, work, and immigration purposes. It is accepted by many colleges, universities, governments, and businesses. International students can benefit from preparation classes for both Academic and General Training IELTS formats.

The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) is recognized by the Government of Canada as a way to determine the English language proficiency of permanent residency and citizenship applicants. Hansa Language School can help you prepare for the CELPIP test and achieve your dream of living in Canada.

The Exam Preparation Program includes practice tests and the language-learning lab that helps students check their progress and readiness for the official test. When international students are ready to pass a test, the counsellors at Hansa Language School will help them in booking it. It is worth mentioning, that Hansa Language School can also assist students in preparing for other English language tests, including CAEL, TOEIC, GMAT, or Michigan. To enter the Exam Preparation Program, students must get no less than 70% on Hansa’s Level 7 Test.

The General English Program is designed to fit the busy schedule of adult students. The classes are taught in the evenings and on Saturdays, where students can improve grammar and writing skills while learning important vocabulary and using it in conversation. Hansa Language School also offers a special Junior Program for 13- to 15-year-old children. International students are generally in the care of relatives, guardians, or group leaders. During the Junior Program, they also discover Toronto by attending excursions, group activities, and city tours.

Additionally, Hansa Language School offers online English classes for kids from eight to twelve years and juniors from 13 to 15 years. It is an amazing opportunity for them to improve their English knowledge with qualified Canadian teachers and meet friends from every corner of the world.

Hansa Language School also offers online English classes for adults during mornings and nights from Mondays to Fridays. The classes are available in General English, English for Academic Purposes (EAP), IELTS Preparation, and Business English programs.

Admission Requirements in Hansa Language School

Language School does not have strict admission requirements since it welcomes international students who want to improve their English language level and continue their studies at Canadian educational institutions. However, international applicants ought to be at least 16 years old. Some Junior courses admit children from eight to 15 years old.

The language programs begin each Monday. So, you can apply to Hansa Language School throughout the year. To do it, international students have to submit an online application and pay the application fee of 100 CAD. Before starting the program at Hansa Language School, international applicants take an interview with one of the student counsellors and pass a placement test. The test assesses the vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension skills of the students, while the interview evaluates their listening and speaking abilities. Based on the applicants’ results, the school administration develops the best study program for their needs. Moreover, international students meet regularly with counsellors to discuss their study program and progress. Hansa Language School monitors the progress of its students via follow-up tests and interviews. Then, the counsellors determine when they need to change the class or program.

Fees for International Students in Hansa Language School

The tuition fees at Hansa  School depend on the duration of the study program. For example, the Intensive English Program costs from 595 CAD to 1,045 CAD per three-week course, while the 48-week program costs from 8,020 CAD to 15,220 CAD. The Exam Preparation Program costs 1,360 CAD per four-week program, while an eight-week program costs 1,420 CAD. Additionally, you should pay 100 CAD for exam preparation materials. The Academic Preparation Program costs 2,680 CAD per 12-week course and the Junior Program costs 530 CAD per two-week program. The General English Program costs from 360 CAD to 960 CAD per four-week course. Executive English Program with private tutoring at Hansa Language School costs 480 CAD per ten hours, while 100 hours cost 3,900 CAD, the Executive English Program with the group and private tutoring combination costs 1,720 CAD per four weeks.

Hansa Language School also offers homestay options to international students. The first four weeks of the accommodation cost 1,050 CAD. Each additional week costs 225 CAD, and each additional day costs 40 CAD. The school offers an airport pick-up service that costs 100 CAD and a drop-off service that costs 75 CAD.

After completing Hansa Language School, many international students choose to continue their studies at Hansa’s partner language schools, high schools, colleges, or universities. They accept Hansa’s Test of English Proficiency (TEP) and admit international students without language proficiency requirements. To meet the requirements of Academic Pathway, international students must complete at least 240 hours in the (EAP) Academic Preparation Program, get a score of 80% or more on Hansa’s TEP, and meet the admission requirements of the partner institution. Partners of the Hansa Language School are Durham College, Algonquin College, Centennial College, Niagara College Canada, Cambrian College, Conestoga College, Sault College, Toronto Film School, Lakehead University, Trent University, Ontario Tech University, OCAD University, and the University of New Brunswick.

 

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