EF International Language CenterVictoria, Canada
1950 Blanshard Street - V8T 4J3 Victoria - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Located close to transport links to explore Vancouver Island.
- Brand-new modern building featuring bright classrooms and the latest learning technology.
What we dislike about the school
- Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: EF International Language Center Victoria is located in the capital of British Columbia, the city of Victoria, Vancouver Island, Canada. A student-orientated city, Victoria is renowned for its rugged landscapes and beauty. EF Victoria is in the heart of the city, surrounded by shops, restaurants, cafés and many of Victoria's attractions, such as its Chinatown, Public Market, the Royal BC Museum, Miniature World and the Victoria Bug Zoo! The beautiful green space of Beacon Hill Park is also just a 25-minute walk from the school, ensuring that students have everything they may need to enjoy their time in Victoria close to the school. Victoria International Airport is within a 60-minute journey of the school via public transport.
School facilities: The facilities of EF Victoria are modern and spacious, offering a friendly and comfortable atmosphere from which students can reach their language goals. Facilities include large communal lounge areas, a computer lab, a cafeteria, free WIFI and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating, and have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Getting around: EF Victoria is close to public transport links, ensuring that students can travel around Vancouver Island and beyond with ease.
School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!
EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.
Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
English Courses
General Language
General Course + Accommodation
26 lessons per week
|17 students (max)
Offer!from
585€571€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 11701141 | 17551712 | 23402282 | 27752706 | 33303247 | 44404329 | 54505314 | 65406377 | 85608346 | 1070010433 |
| Price in US$ | 1186 | 1779 | 2372 | 2813 | 3375 | 4500 | 5524 | 6628 | 8675 | 10844 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 12101180 | 18151770 | 24202360 | 31503072 | 42004095 | 74407254 | 93009068 | 1116010881 | 1488014508 | 465454 |
| Price in US$ | 1227 | 1840 | 2453 | 3193 | 4257 | 7540 | 9425 | 11310 | 15080 | 472 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
The course is composed of General Language lessons, project sessions, special interest lessons and lecture sessions taught via the EF Efekta Learning System.
Included are digital learning media, EF Course Certificate, EFSET Certificate of Achievement, a 3-month English post-course in My EF, a welcome party, town tour and a graduation party.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Morning: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 17 / Average: 12
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 Course
26 lessons per week
|17 students (max)
Offer!from
525€499€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 1050998 | 15751497 | 21001995 | 29702822 | 39603762 | 48504608 | 58205529 | 76007220 | 95009025 | 475452 |
| Price in US$ | 1037 | 1556 | 2074 | 2933 | 3911 | 4790 | 5747 | 7505 | 9381 | 470 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 10901036 | 16351554 | 21802071 | 27902651 | 37203534 | 64806156 | 81007695 | 97209234 | 1296012312 | 405385 |
| Price in US$ | 1077 | 1615 | 2153 | 2755 | 3674 | 6399 | 7999 | 9598 | 12798 | 400 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
The course is composed of General Language lessons, project sessions, special interest lessons and lecture sessions taught via the EF Efekta Learning System.
Included are digital learning media, EF Course Certificate, EFSET Certificate of Achievement, a 3-month English post-course in My EF, a welcome party, town tour and a graduation party.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Morning: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 17 / Average: 12
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Intensive Course
32 lessons per week
|17 students (max)
Offer!from
595€566€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 11901131 | 17851696 | 23802261 | 28252684 | 33903221 | 45204294 | 55505273 | 66606327 | 85608132 | 1070010165 |
| Price in US$ | 1176 | 1763 | 2351 | 2790 | 3348 | 4464 | 5481 | 6577 | 8453 | 10566 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 12301169 | 18451753 | 24602337 | 32103050 | 42804066 | 72806916 | 91008645 | 1092010374 | 1456013832 | 455433 |
| Price in US$ | 1215 | 1822 | 2430 | 3170 | 4227 | 7189 | 8986 | 10783 | 14377 | 450 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course provides accelerated language studies for students.
Included are digital learning media, EF Course Certificate, EFSET Certificate of Achievement, English post-course for up to 6 months in My EF, a welcome party, town tour and a graduation party.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Course specific data
General course schedule
6-7 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Morning: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 17 / Average: 12
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Intensive Course + Accommodation
32 lessons per week
|17 students (max)
Offer!from
655€639€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 13101278 | 19651916 | 26202555 | 37503657 | 50004875 | 61505997 | 73807196 | 95209282 | 1190011603 | 595581 |
| Price in US$ | 1328 | 1992 | 2656 | 3801 | 5068 | 6233 | 7480 | 9648 | 12060 | 603 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 13101278 | 19651916 | 26202555 | 37503657 | 50004875 | 61505997 | 73807196 | 95209282 | 1190011603 | 515503 |
| Price in US$ | 1328 | 1992 | 2656 | 3801 | 5068 | 6233 | 7480 | 9648 | 12060 | 522 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
This course provides accelerated language studies for students.
Included are digital learning media, EF Course Certificate, EFSET Certificate of Achievement, English post-course for up to 6 months in My EF, a welcome party, town tour and a graduation party.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Course specific data
General course schedule
6-7 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Morning: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 17 / Average: 12
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
IELTS Exam Preparation
32 lessons per week
|17 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
575€547€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 28752732 | 34503278 | 40253824 | 46004370 | 56505368 | 67806441 | 87208284 |
| Price in US$ | 2839 | 3407 | 3975 | 4543 | 5579 | 6695 | 8611 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 32703107 | 43604142 | 74407068 | 93008835 | 1116010602 | 1488014136 | 465442 |
| Price in US$ | 3229 | 4306 | 7347 | 9184 | 11020 | 14693 | 460 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Course specific data
General course schedule
6-7 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:30
Morning: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:30
Possible course durations
5-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 17 / Average: 12
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Exam Preparation + Accommodation
32 lessons per week
|17 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
635€620€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 31753096 | 38103715 | 50804953 | 62506094 | 75007313 | 96809438 | 605590 |
| Price in US$ | 3218 | 3862 | 5149 | 6334 | 7601 | 9810 | 614 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 32 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 36303540 | 48404719 | 84008190 | 1050010238 | 1260012285 | 1680016380 | 525512 |
| Price in US$ | 3679 | 4905 | 8513 | 10641 | 12770 | 17026 | 533 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Course specific data
General course schedule
6-7 daily lessons of 40 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: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Morning: 8:20 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Possible course durations
5-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 17 / Average: 12
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for EF International Language Center include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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EF International Language Center (EF)
Accreditations and Quality seals
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
1965
Legal name/parent company
EF Language Colleges Ltd | Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Lounge
Student support desk
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 20
- Number of public PC workstations: 50
Student Age
Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 27 years
Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center
Lesson duration
40 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 55 € per course level.
Comments about courses
The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
- Course literature (for English destinations) for bookings 1-6 weeks long: 55 EUR
- Course literature (for English destinations) for bookings 7-12 weeks long: 95 EUR
- Course literature (for non-English destinations) for bookings 1-9 weeks long: 80 EUR
- Course literature (for non- English destinations) for bookings 10-18 weeks long: 145 EUR
Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).
Students must book travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Victoria. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school: - Two weeks: EUR 85.
- Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.
Accommodation: - The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 50 per week.
- Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
- Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 120 €. 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, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 20 May 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 20 May 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Jan 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Jan 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 before the start of the course via an online form.
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.
Airport transfer
Victoria International Airport:
90 € return (both ways)
More details about airports near Victoria and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Victoria page. For flight comparisons to Victoria, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
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)
South America: 85 €
, Africa: 85 €
, Asia: 85 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
Accommodation
Host Family Single Room
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
350 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | -- | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 |
| Price in US$ | 728 | 1092 | 1456 | 1819 | 2183 | 2547 | 2911 | 3638 | 4366 | 364 |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Only available to book as an add-on for course options that don't already include accommodation.
Please note that the final price will fluctuate depending on whether booking is during the high season or not. Price will be confirmed upon initial booking request before payment.
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
50 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
FAQ about EF International Language Center, Victoria
- What is the best price for a course at EF Languages Abroad, Victoria?English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 499 € for General Course course with 26 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by EF Languages Abroad?Yes. The school offers pickup from Victoria International Airport ( €)
- What is the number of students per class at English First?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (General Course + Accommodation) to 17 students (General Course + Accommodation)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at EF International Language Center?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.
- EF International Language Center offers courses for which ages?EF International Language Center offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 27 for the rest of the year.
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