All About ELI
The English Language Institute (ELI) has over 50 years’ experience offering programs for people all over the world who want to study English as an additional language.
Our Programs
Our programs include:
Why ELI?
Our Instructors
Our instructors have extensive experience teaching English as an additional language as well as international experience in language education, curriculum design, assessment and research.
Our Location
Our building is right in the centre of the UBC campus so you have easy access to UBC’s libraries, art galleries, museums, sports arenas, hospitals, and gardens. We have bright and comfortable classrooms and a Student Study Centre where you can study alone or in groups after your classes.
Sociocultural Activities
Our sociocultural activities, led by our Cultural Assistants, who are UBC students, are one of the special features that make the ELI an exceptional place to learn English. Find out more on our Sociocultural Activities page!
Homestay
Homestay gives you the opportunity to live with a Vancouver family, improve your English, and learn more about Canadian life and culture. You may choose Homestay for your entire stay or for a one-month period. Short-term Homestay is also available if you need a place to live while you look for other housing.