DEA Canadian CollegeVancouver, Canada
160-700 Marine drive - V7M 1H3 Vancouver - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 60% |
| 25-34 years | 40% |
| 35-50 years | 0% |
| >50 years | 0% |
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.
Location: Discover English Academy is a multilingual language school in the Canadian city of Vancouver. The school is in North Vancouver, which is across the Vancouver Harbour from the focal point of the city. The area around the school is the core of the district, with a large number of shops and restaurants throughout the streets.
Getting around: There are a number of bus routes from Discover English Academy that reach central Vancouver in between 30 and 40 minutes. The Ferry Quay is 20 minutes from the school and has regular trips to the other side.
Courses: Although the main focus of the school is English lessons, they also offer French, Farsi and Spanish classes. The English classes are designed as exam preparation courses, programmes for English in the business environment or English for healthcare professionals.
English Courses
School also offers courses to learn
General Language
General English - Intensive 
30 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
385C$366C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 15401463 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 360342 |
| Price in US$ | 1016 | 238 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 15401463 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1016 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
19 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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General English - Evening
6 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
270C$257C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 10801026 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 713 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 10801026 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 713 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 18:00 - 19:30
Afternoon: 18:00 - 19:30
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
19 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
General English - Full-Time
20 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
200C$190C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 800760 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 200190 |
| Price in US$ | 528 | 132 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 800760 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 528 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
19 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Business
Business English
20 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
200C$190C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 800760 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 528 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 800760 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 528 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
19 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Workplace English Communication 12
12 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
523C$497C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 801761 | 14501378 | 20921988 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 529 | 956 | 1380 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 801761 | 14501378 | 20921988 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 529 | 956 | 1380 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Inscription fee: CAD 250
Material fee: CAD 100
Assessment fee: CAD 150
Course specific data
General course schedule
2-3 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
2, 3, 4 weeks
Minimum required student age
19 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Workplace English Communication 20
20 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
823C$782C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 13991330 | -- | 32923128 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 923 | 2171 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 13991330 | -- | 32923128 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 923 | 2171 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Inscription fee: CAD 250
Material fee: CAD 100
Assessment fee: CAD 150
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
2, 4 weeks
Minimum required student age
19 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Workplace English Communication 6
6 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
249C$237C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 8 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 19901891 | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1312 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 19901891 | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1312 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Inscription fee: CAD 250
Material fee: CAD 100
Assessment fee: CAD 150
Course specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Possible course durations
8 weeks
Minimum required student age
19 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for DEA Canadian College include
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
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DEA Canadian College
Accreditations and Quality seals
PTIB, Province of British Columbia Education Quality Assurance, TESL CanadaEnglish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:45
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at DEA Canadian College and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
DEA Canadian College | Tax registration ID: BC1038976
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Cafeteria
Snack vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Free WIFI
Free water dispenser
Free coffee
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Guidance for further higher education (free)
Job placement guidance service (free)
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 4
- Number of public PC workstations: 5
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Accessible Toilet
Additional comment about facilities of school
Free Parking nearby.
Student Age
Minimum age of students
19 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 18 years
Throughout the year: 20 years
Information for all courses offered by DEA Canadian College
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 80 C$ per course level.
Comments about courses
Inscription fee is CAD 200 in summer.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 90 C$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 20 Apr 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 20 Apr 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 30 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 30 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Canada and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
150 C$
Leisure activities
| activity possible | |
|---|---|
| Ballet | |
| Baseball | |
| Basketball | |
| Cooking | |
| Cricket | |
| Dancing | |
| Diving | |
| Field Hockey | |
| Football (soccer) | |
| Golf | |
| Horse riding | |
| Ice Hockey | |
| Mountainbiking | |
| Music | |
| Rugby | |
| Sailing | |
| Skiing | |
| Squash | |
| Swimming | |
| Table Tennis | |
| Tennis | |
| Volleyball | |
| Windsurfing | |
| Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Downtown Tour: Canada Place & Lunch Pizza
- Vancouver Public Library
- Vancouver Shopping: Robson Street Walk
- Harbour Center Tower Tour
- Movies
- Bowling
- Vancouver Public Library
- Vancouver Shopping: Robson Street Walk
- Harbour Center Tower Tour
- Movies
- Bowling
Adults - Paid activities
- Lynn Canyon Park & Suspension Bridge – North Vancouver
- Lonsdale Quay, Horseshoe Bay Tour & Picnic
- Science World & the Omni-Max Theatre
- Granville Island Market
- Boat Rental around Granville Island
- English Bay picnic
- Lonsdale Quay, Horseshoe Bay Tour & Picnic
- Science World & the Omni-Max Theatre
- Granville Island Market
- Boat Rental around Granville Island
- English Bay picnic
Questions and answers about DEA Canadian College
- Is there a minimum required booking for English for Health Care Professionals?“The minimum required booking for the English for Health Care Professionals is 6 weeks.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 07, 2023
FAQ about DEA Canadian College, Vancouver
- Is the material fee included in the course fee?“No, the material is not included in the course fee and it will be charged separately.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 07, 2023
- What is the number of students per class at DEA Canadian College?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at DEA Canadian College varies from 10 students (General English - Intensive ) to 10 students (General English - Intensive )
- What is the qualification of the teachers at DEA Canadian College?100% of teachers at DEA Canadian College hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- DEA Canadian College offers courses for which ages?DEA Canadian College offers courses from 19 years to 99. Average age is 18 during the summer and 20 for the rest of the year.
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