1. Undergraduate Programs
University of Guelph
Languages & Literatures
Undergraduate Programs
French language, literature, and culture
Spanish language, literature, and culture
German and Italian languages, literatures, and cultures (minors)
European Culture and Civilization or Business
Interdisciplinary programme
One of above language
Courses in history, political science, literature, art history
Courses in administration, economics, and business
Ancient Latin and Greek languages, classical literatures and cultures
Courses in Chinese (6, Mandarin) and Portuguese (2)

2. Graduate Programs (Masters)
University of Guelph
Languages & Literatures
Graduate Programs (Masters)
European Studies
interdisciplinary M.A. programme
European Identities or Crossways in Cultural Narratives (Erasmus Mundus; Italy, Portugal, France, Poland, United Kingdom, Spain)
Literature, Philosophy, Visual Studies, History, Economics, Semiotics, Linguistics, Cultural Identities, Communication
French Studies
Translation, literature, pedagogy, linguistics
Practicum (in Canada or abroad)
Latin American and Caribbean Studies (LACS)
Beyond LACS, graduate courses in History, English, Sociology, Political Science

3. Languages & Literatures
University of Guelph
Languages & Literatures
Faculty Research
Francophone literatures (Canada, Europe, Africa, Caribbean); linguistics; translation
Hispanic literatures; linguistics; translation
Language pedagogy
German literature
Italian literature
Archeology
Classical literatures and languages

4. Faculty and Student Opportunities
University of Guelph
Languages & Literatures
Faculty and Student Opportunities
Research collaborations
Student exchanges
Faculty exchanges (incl. short faculty visits)
Graduate and undergraduate teaching collaborations

5. University of Guelph
Science Without Borders

6. Science Without Borders Advisor
Full time staff person since 2013
Advises SWB students about:
Arrival and housing
Guelph’s academic system and course registration
Internship placements
Creates programming for SWB students
Liaises with CBIE for program management

7. Science Without Borders Students
Highly motivated
Respectful and responsible
Involved on campus – orientation volunteers, sports teams
Enthusiastic participants in university events
A joy to work with!

8. International Student Programs
START International Student Orientation
LINK Program – buddy matches and group trips
English Conversation Partners and Conversation Café events
International Student Organization

9. Academic Support for SWBs
ESL/EAL Specialist
One-on-one support
Workshops
Academic Transition Program (launching Fall 2015!)
Lectures & seminars
Reading articles
Types of academic writing
Academic integrity
Presentations

10. Working in Canada Program
Designed specifically for SWB students
Workshop series:
Resumes
Interviews
Job Searching
Preparing for a successful internship
One-on-one career advising
Networking event with professors and local businesses
44 students currently in research and industry summer placements

11. SWB “Graduation” Ceremony
A highlight of the year!
Celebrate student success
Student valedictorian
SWB program certificates

12. English Language Programs
University of Guelph
English Language Programs 12

13. English Language Programs
Guelph

14. English Language Programs
Study Options
ELCP- English Language Certificate Program
(Preparation for degree studies or English Only)
GPP- Graduate Preparation Program
Custom Programs

15. English Language Programs
Program Dates
6 Entry Dates Year-round
Winter
January
March
Summer
Late April
Late June
Fall
Late August
Late October

16. English Language Programs
English Language Certificate Program
10 Levels of Instruction
-Beginner to Advanced
Each level is 7 weeks
25 hours of class
Grammar
Writing
Reading
Speaking
Listening

17. English Language Programs
English Language Certificate Program
English for Academic
Purposes (EAP)
Successful completion of Advanced Levels 9 &10 meet the English Proficiency requirements for admission into:
-University of Guelph
-University of Guelph Humber
-Wilfrid Laurier University

18. English Language Programs
Graduate Preparation Program
ELCP + additional study modules
Prepares students for success at the Graduate level
Advising with Graduate applications
Minimum 5.5 IELTS or TOEFL iBT 46 (GPP General Pathway)

19. English Language Programs
Student Services
Library membership
Athletic membership
Academic advisor
Guelph address
Local bus transportation
Internet access
Medical Insurance
Buddy Program
Conversation Tutors
Lots of fun activities!

20. English Language Programs
Buddy Program
You are matched with:
Undergraduate or graduate U of Guelph student volunteering their time to the English Language Buddy Program.
A friend
Companion
Campus and community guide.
Mentor and Learner
Able to help you improve your English skills

21. English Language Programs
Activities

22. English Language Programs
Accommodation
Homestay:
Live with a Canadian family
The best way to learn about Canada and improve your language

23. English Language Programs
Accommodation
Residence:
Live on campus with undergraduate students
Practice your English skills
Assistance with finding private accommodation

24. Contact Information
Ruediger Mueller, PhD
Director, School of Languages and Literatures
x 53167
Elise Gordezky
Science Without Borders Advisor
x 58387
Julian Inglis
Manager, English Language Programs
x 53814