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Study English in Halifax with Oxford International

Our school is located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia’s capital, only steps away from the Atlantic Ocean and surrounded by natural beauty. This city provides a warm and welcoming second home to students from across the country and around the world.
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Key facts

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A1 - C1

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Average Class size: 12-14

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Free Wi-fi

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Student Lounge

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Computer Access

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School Capacity: 200

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Learning Centre

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Pathway Program Counselling

Available English Courses

University College Pathway (UCP)

University College Pathway Program is designed for students who plan to attend our partner colleges or universities for vocational, undergraduate, and some post-graduate programs.
    Students who successfully complete these programs gain direct entry to 20+ partner colleges and universities with no IELTS or TOEFL scores required.
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General English

General English Morning course covers the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening, using skills-based and situational learning combined with one-to-one tutorials and regular progress tests to respond to the student’s individual learning needs.
- Elementary
- Lower Intermediate
- Intermediate
- Upper Intermediate
- Advanced
General English

IELTS Preparation

For students who wish to improve their English in preparation for an upcoming IELTS exam. Each level of the program focuses on increasing student’s abilities in 4 skills: Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking.
    There are 3 levels: Preparation IELTS, Intensive IELTS, and University IELTS.

21st Century Business

Our Business English curriculum combines the best in academic business knowledge with practice for everyday business situations, exploring areas such as entrepreneurship, marketing, HR and more.

English for parents

Providing solid foundational English with a practical timetable for busy parents of school-aged children. The course helps parents learn the everyday English they need to thrive in Canadian society.

University College Pathway Program Levels

LevelEntering Finishing CEFRTOEFL
StarterA1
ElementaryA2
Lower Intermediate (200)IELTS 4.5IELTS 5.0B135-45
Intermediate (300)IELTS 5.0IELTS 5.5B1+46-59
Upper Intermediate (400)IELTS 5.5IELTS 6.0B260-78
Advanced (500)IELTS 6.0IELTS 6.5B2+79-93
PGPIELTS 6.5IELTS 7.0C194-101

CLASS TIMES

8:45 am to 12:00 pm

12:45 pm to 3:15 pm

Student Accommodation Options

Homestay

Are you excited to start your study abroad journey but feel nervous about accommodation? A homestay program would be a great option. Living with a Canadian family is one of the best ways to improve your English, learn about our culture and adapt to a new life in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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Social Programme Activities

Skiing

Sailing

Museum

Hiking

Food Tour

Movie

Please be advised that not all Pathway partners are available in all cities. Students attending the UCP courses in Halifax have unique opportunities available in this city only. Please contact us to make sure your course qualifies you for your target university.

View the list of University College partners in Halifax here

Why choose Halifax?

Study English in the hippest little city in North America

There are many beautiful parks, trails, and beaches in Halifax, making it a great city for nature enthusiasts. Halifax is also a wonderful option if you want the conveniences of living in a city yet the feel of a smaller town.

  • One of the most affordable cities in Canada
  • One of the mildest winter weather cities in Canada
  • 10 universities and colleges close to our campus
  • 97% English speaking population

Halifax
B3J 1Y6

Halifax

Address1256 Barrington St, Halifax, NS B3J 1Y6, Canada

Phone+1.902.491.1526

SAMPLE NATIONALITIES

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Brazil
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China
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Japan
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Vietnam
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Colombia
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Chile
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Turkey
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Mexico
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Ecuador
"We have grown up in different environments, with different nationalities, religions, genders, and ages. However, we have a common goal: 'achieve proficiency in English."
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ACCESSIBILITY

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE

We are committed to making it easy for our students to access the school. Contact us today to find out more about how we can assist you with access.

+1 (902)-491-1526 canada@oxfordinternational.com Find out more

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