Specialized Academic Programs

The Language and Academic Immersion Programs are short term intensive programs tailored to meet your needs. Study a blend of academic and language immersion courses all while exploring a new country. Below are some of our current programs:

Japan Hotel School

Since 2012, Douglas College has partnered with the Japan Hotel School to welcome more than 200 students. This 9-month program consists of:

  • Full-time study in hospitality courses, aimed to help students understand North American hospitality theory and practice
  • English Language Learning and Acquisition (ELLA) courses to help strengthen English-language skills
  • Studying for the Test Of English for International Communication (TOEIC)
  • Excursions and activities to introduce Canadian culture and life
  • Living with a homestay family
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Shanghai Normal University

In partnership with Shanghai Normal University, students come to Douglas College to participate in a four-month program. This consists of:

  • Full-time study in Sport Science courses alongside other Douglas students
  • English Language Learning and Acquisition (ELLA) courses to help strengthen English-language skills
  • Excursions and activities to introduce Canadian culture and life
  • Living with a homestay family