GOALS is delivered through an integrated approach to teaching and learning that ensures you are building important language and intercultural skills while developing the 4C’s of Education for Sustainable Development:
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Creativity
In 15-week GOALS, you will benefit from:
- 20 hours (approximately) of programming a week
- an orientation session and campus tour on the first day of the program
- opportunities to meet with instructors during office hours
- individual feedback sessions with instructors during regularly scheduled sessions
- course assessments designed to measure language and overall learning progress
- final achievement report (transcript)
- a certificate of participation from Renison University College at the University of Waterloo
- individualized support from our student advisor to help facilitate your learning success
- the option to take advantage of various leadership and volunteer opportunities
- opportunities to learn beyond the classroom through engaging workshops, social events, and optional excursions
- an active texting community which uses WeChat, Kakao Talk, Line and WhatsApp to connect with peers and staff
The 15-week GOALS program is suitable for students with a B1 CEFR level of English (intermediate) and above. Students who successfully complete the 15-week program may pathway into the academic English program, EFAS.
Sample Activities Calendar
NOTE: the calendar above is provided as a sample and is subject to change.