Overview
The English as an Additional Language (EAL, ESL) – REAL Certificate , Language Course from Westcliff University ten courses, lasting eight weeks each, take students from A1 to B2+ level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) standards, from beginner to upper-intermediate level of English proficiency. Students may not need to take all courses as they can test into the appropriate level according to their language skills.
Key facts:
Compared to English as a Foreign Language (EFL) or English as a Second Language (ESL), English as an Additional Language (EAL) has a broader reach, as EAL learners embrace their mother tongue and culture in the classroom as a linguistic resource used to learn English.
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Flipped Classroom Model- The flipped classroom model allows for direct instruction to move from the classroom to the individual learning space. Consequently, classroom time is transformed into a dynamic, interactive learning environment, where instructors guide students as they apply language notions and functions while engaging creatively in their own learning process.
- The program is divided into 4 levels. Students can test into any of the levels from the very beginner to upper-intermediate. Students who successfully complete REAL 301 will have the English proficiency required for undergraduate studies at Westcliff University. Students who successfully complete REAL 401 will have the required English proficiency to enter graduate programs at Westcliff University.
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Duration
- Part-time
- 4 months
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Visit programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
For acceptance into the English as an Additional Language (EAL/ESL) - REAL Certificate program, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:
- Submit official English proficiency test scores to determine level of proficiency (A1 - C2 accepted).
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International
2000 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2000 USD for the full programme during 4 months. -
National
2000 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2000 USD for the full programme during 4 months. -
In-State
2000 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2000 USD for the full programme during 4 months.
Online Students: $2,000 per course
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