Intensive English Program
Admission – Students are welcome to join at any time. Prospective students are asked to apply at least one month before their preferred entry date.
Course Content - The Intensive English Program is designed for those who already have a foundation in English through prior study. Classes are held for five hours per day and are taught by experienced teachers who are native English speakers. OSULA limits class size to a maximum of 15 students per class. The 12-month basic course consists of six levels. The length of time necessary to complete these levels may vary, depending on a student's entry score and progress rate.
Placement Test - Students will be given a placement test upon entering the program. Placement test results determine the appropriate learning level for each student. Due to the fast pace of this program, only students with some previous English language study or skills will be accepted.
Activities - Every month our students and teachers go on a organized field trip to the most interesting and exciting places in Los Angeles. Always a great experience!
Further Study - For students interested in furthering their studies in the U.S., OSULA maintains a working relationship with a number of American colleges and universities in the Los Angeles area and throughout the country.
Intensive English Program Curriculum
Required Class:
Five daily hours of class, Monday through Friday, are required in this curriculum, resulting in 25 hours per week. New students, or students who wish to advance faster, may choose to take an optional conversation class.
Typical Daily Schedule
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 | Level 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00-9:50 | Writing | Writing | Listening/ Speaking |
Reading | Grammar | Grammar |
| 10:00-10:50 | Listening/ Speaking | Listening/ Speaking | Grammar | Writing | Reading | Reading |
| 11:00-11:50 | Grammar | Grammar | Reading | Listening/ Speaking | Writing | Writing |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch Break | |||||
| 13:00-13:50 | Reading | Reading | Writing | Grammar | Listening/ Speaking | Listening/ Speaking |
| 14:00-14:50 | Power English | Power English | Power English |
Power English | Power English | Power English |
2010-2011 Session Schedule
| 3-Month Sessions | Summer Quarter | Fall Quarter | Winter Quarter | Spring Quarter | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Period | Start Date | June 11th, 2010 | September 20th, 2010 | December 20th, 2010 | March 21st, 2011 |
| End Date | September 10th, 2010 | December 10th, 2010 | March 11th, 2011 | June 10th, 2011 | |
Optional Classes:
1. Conversation Class.
Optional conversation labs are available each weekly afternoon. They are conducted in small groups by native speaker teachers. Students are invited to gain added practice with their speaking and listening skills by conversing on a variety of practical topics, in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. New students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of this option.
*Minumum 4 students
2. TOEFL Preparation.
This class is for students in the advanced level of ESL training who plan to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
*Minumum 4 students
3. Private Tutorial, Semi-Private Tutorial
Those students who have business, crazy schedules, or who have particular goals may enjoy our private instruction option. The curriculum for private lessons is tailored to each student’s needs.