Taking an English course in Vancouver and on a budget? Studying English in Vancouver doesn’t need to be expensive if you follow our tips!
We have looked around and taken alumni student’s advice on places to go and things to do on a budget. Our accommodation options start at CAD260 per week and as the EC Vancouver school is located across the street from Granville SkyTrain station, you are where there are lots of entertainment venues. It is close to all amenities, and you are never far away from a park.
After lessons, you are encouraged to go out and use your language skills in different scenarios. Stop at a food truck to sample some street food or pick up goods for a picnic at a local grocery store. Stop to watch a baseball or basketball match as you wander. There is greenery everywhere – pine trees clad the mountains and shops and entertainment establishments add foliage and flowers to their facades, so a stroll around one of the neighbourhoods is a free treat too!
- Explore Stanley Park – look at their site for information on free events themed train rides, drum circles to dance, open air movies and marathons.
- Practise yoga with other students or join a soccer team in one of the many parks.
- Visit the Vancouver Aquarium and learn about different sea creatures.
- Have a picnic in Queen Elizabeth Park and enjoy the views of the city.
- Head to the cat themed Catfé for a coffee and a saucer of milk for a feline friend.
- Hang out in MacCleod’s bookstore and practise your English.
- Visit Richmond Night Market for cheap eats and Chinese goods.
- Take advantage of the free classes offered twice a month on pronunciation and listening skills.
- Canada has a huge film and TV industry. Walk the backdrops of your favourite films and shows.
- Check out Granville Island and do some shopping at the artisan market or fresh food stalls.
- Hire a bike to ride around False Creek.
- Try out the aqua ferries.
- Vancouver is vast but public transport is efficient and runs almost all day.
- Enjoy outdoor theatre and sign up for workshops the drama company’s host.
EC Vancouver offers General English, English for Work, Academic Year courses, IELTS and Cambridge Exam preparation.
If you fall in love with Canada, the school offers the Pathway program which helps you to apply to universities and colleges across the country, which in turn, once graduated, offer the opportunity to apply for a work visa.
So there you have it! Our top tips for studying English in Vancouver on a budget. Do you have any other great tips to share? Let us know in the comments below. And remember, if you need help booking your English course in Vancouver, our team of experts are always happy to help. Contact us today for more information.