English Language Program

The ELP (English Language Program) at J. F. Oberlin University is a long-running, highly successful language program. The ELP is a pioneer in encouraging university students to use English actively. With a very large and professional international teaching faculty of nearly 80 teachers, the ELP offers a strong curriculum in communicative and academic English.

In their freshman year, all J. F. Oberlin students complete the Foundation English (FE) courses. The FE courses are interactive and communicative, and provide students with the opportunity to improve their level in the four skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening). The courses are also designed to provide first-year students with a foundation in the English language suitable for communication in a growing international community. Students are encouraged to be active and independent learners.

In addition to Foundation English, the ELP also offers students the opportunity to study in the Extensions Program. This is a program of nearly 60 courses each semester. These courses aim to increase students' English skills and confidence in using English by focusing on specific skill areas, such as oral communication, listening, academic writing skills, reading, practical writing, and test skills.

The ELP also has a large bank of Internet based resources and on campus activities that provide students with the opportunity to extend their learning beyond the classroom.

Studying at the ELP give students the opportunity to become better English language communicators who can confidently interact with people from a wide variety of cultures.