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Academic English / French (Semi-Intensive)

LCI Language School

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Course description

Academic Semi-Intensive Course
Take learning to the next level

Eager to learn English or French efficiently? The Super Intensive course is the ideal way to develop either English or French skills quickly, in a learning environment that is enriching and encouraging. The Super Intensive language workshops include a vocabulary and grammar booster, conversation booster, pronunciation booster, college preparation, business English or French.

As an added benefit, students can receive a free two-week language workshop when they buy a three-month package or get four weeks of free language workshops when they purchase a six-month package.

22.5 hours/week
15 students maximum per group (average 8)

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 14 Apr 2025, 12 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 02 Sep 2025, 29 Sep 2025, 27 Oct 2025 and 24 Nov 2025
Classes per week
22 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 19 May 2025, 24 Jun 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026

LCI Language School does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Morning session
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Break
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
Afternoon session
11:50 AM - 01:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Montreal.

Class size

Average 10 students
Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 17 years old and older
Average 25 years old
(19 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Find Your New Voice in Montréal.

Languages Across Borders (LAB) Montreal is a member of the award-winning LCI Education network, which manages twenty-three education institutions around the world, and specializes in English and French language courses. Founded as a language school in 1997, LAB Montreal is accredited by Languages Canada and shares a modern campus with LaSalle College in downtown Montreal, one of Canada’s most vibrant and affordable cities. This campus is conveniently located in a district known for shopping, multicultural restaurants and cafés – all within walking distance of Montreal’s subway network.

Year opened
1997
Number of classrooms
16

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at LCI Language School varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25. In the summer, the average age is 19.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

China
32%
Colombia
12%
Vietnam
12%
Iran
8%
Mexico
6%
France
5%
South Korea
4%
Brazil
3%
Other
18%

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 19 May 2025, 24 Jun 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026

School location

Expand your horizons with LCI Language School! Discover a new culture and learn English or French, while exploring one of Canada’s best cities: Montréal or Vancouver.
 
Located in state-of the art and central facilities within Lasalle College, Montréal or Lasalle College, Vancouver. Our premium, boutique-style, and fully accredited language school has a dedicated and highly skilled teaching staff and options for all levels. The environment is relaxed and fun so you can achieve your language learning goals while making friends from around the globe!

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Housing

LCI Language School offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - No meals

S$ 220
weekly
Age range: 14 - 30 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Montreal
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 30 - 45 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 11:00 AM
S$ 220
Host Families.

We know how vital a student’s Montreal home is to their overall experience and comfort. LAB Montreal helps students make an informed choice with their accommodation. Options for those seeking accommodation includes staying with a Host Family, which is a popular choice for many students as it allows them to completely immerse themselves in a French or English environment within a welcoming family atmosphere.

Our host families are carefully selected to provide quality service to our students. Staying with a family allows students to completely immerse themselves in a French or English environment with a warm family atmosphere.

This format includes:
A single room in a Canadian home
A choice of three (3) meal plans: no meals, two meals or three meals per day
Shared common areas and bathroom facilities
A change of linen and a towel
Host families are located at approximately 35 minutes from the school.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

S$ 307
weekly
Age range: 14 - 30 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Montreal
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 30 - 45 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 11:00 AM
S$ 307
Host Families.

We know how vital a student’s Montreal home is to their overall experience and comfort. LAB Montreal helps students make an informed choice with their accommodation. Options for those seeking accommodation includes staying with a Host Family, which is a popular choice for many students as it allows them to completely immerse themselves in a French or English environment within a welcoming family atmosphere.

Our host families are carefully selected to provide quality service to our students. Staying with a family allows students to completely immerse themselves in a French or English environment with a warm family atmosphere.

This format includes:
A single room in a Canadian home
A choice of three (3) meal plans: no meals, two meals or three meals per day
Shared common areas and bathroom facilities
A change of linen and a towel
Host families are located at approximately 35 minutes from the school.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

S$ 323
weekly
Age range: 14 - 30 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Montreal
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 30 - 45 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 11:00 AM
S$ 323
Host Families.

We know how vital a student’s Montreal home is to their overall experience and comfort. LAB Montreal helps students make an informed choice with their accommodation. Options for those seeking accommodation includes staying with a Host Family, which is a popular choice for many students as it allows them to completely immerse themselves in a French or English environment within a welcoming family atmosphere.

Our host families are carefully selected to provide quality service to our students. Staying with a family allows students to completely immerse themselves in a French or English environment with a warm family atmosphere.

This format includes:
A single room in a Canadian home
A choice of three (3) meal plans: no meals, two meals or three meals per day
Shared common areas and bathroom facilities
A change of linen and a towel
Host families are located at approximately 35 minutes from the school.
apartment

Student House - Single-person room - No meals

S$ 220
weekly
Age range: 18 - 40 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Montreal
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 30 - 45 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 11:00 AM
S$ 220
Student House (private rooms)

Student houses are great for those who enjoy their independence as well as the benefits of communal living.

This service includes:

A single room residence
A change of linen and a towel
A communal kitchen and bathroom (shared with other students)
Student Houses are located at approximately 35 minutes from the school.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged C$ 85 when you register.

Visit Canada's Citizenship and Immigration website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Montreal based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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