Discover your leadership potential!
Our Leadership Academy guides students to embrace global leadership in our diverse world. Gain skills, confidence, and cross-cultural awareness for positive change. Engage in discussions, workshops and projects to excel as an innovative global leader while you enhance your English writing, reading, grammar, listening and speaking skills.
Leadership Academy includes the following features:
- Weekly thematic units to create meaningful, real-world contexts
- 25 hours per week of program time
- Leadership development
- Guest speaker sessions
- Experiential learning activities
- Team-based projects
Learning Outcomes
Participants will:
- Develop fluency and accuracy in spoken and written English
- Express opinions and listen respectfully to the opinion of others
- Gain an understanding of world issues and how these issues affect people's everyday lives
- Analyze personal interests, skills, and strengths
- Understand the impact of non-verbal communication
- Discover how to build trust in teams
- Learn strategies to foster a positive, collaborative working environment
- Develop critical thinking and innovative problem-solving skills
- Gain an understanding of global leadership and leadership styles
- Increase self-awareness as a potential leader
- Work effectively in multicultural and diverse teams
Other Program Features
- English assessment
- Orientation and campus tour
- Medical insurance and bus passes for duration of program
- Closing ceremony
- Certificate of Completion
View our 2024 Summer Leadership Academy Brochure
| Sample Activities: |
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| Teambuilding games Downtown scavenger hunt Guided nature walk or hike Indoor rock climbing BC Legislature tour Volunteering Q&A with local leaders Kayaking International Summit Simulation Random Acts of Green Wild Play Adventures |
How to Apply How to Pay
International Recruitment Agents
Registration Details
This program is designed for students with a moderate level of English (IELTS 5.0 or equivalent). Take our free online English assessment to see if you are ready to join our program.
Test your EnglishDates and Fees
Join us for 2 weeks this winter!
| Date | Duration | Program Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 17 - Feb 28, 2025 | 2 weeks | $1,200.00 |
Join us for 2 or 4 weeks this summer! (Registration opening soon)
| Date | Duration | Program Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30 - Jul 11, 2025 | 2 weeks | $1,300.00 |
| Jul 14 - Jul 25, 2025 | 2 weeks | $1,300.00 |
| Jul 28 - Aug 08, 2025 | 2 weeks | $1,300.00 |
| Aug 11 - Aug 22, 2025 | 2 weeks | $1,300.00 |
For group inquiries outside of these dates, Contact us.
Accommodation
Although the Leadership Academy Program Tuition does not include accommodation, there are two accommodation options for Leadership Academy students to choose from.
The University's on-campus dormitories are preferred by students who value autonomy and convenience. Staying on campus provides opportunities to make connections with other like-minded students. There are two dorm room choices: single room with shared washrooms or single room with private ensuite washroom. Contact us for information about on-campus housing.
Homestay is a preferred choice for many GLLC students. Living with a local host family offers a unique and enriching opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture, enhance your language skills, and grow personally in a safe and supportive environment. Ready to apply for homestay or want more information? Click here.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Victoria accommodations fill up quickly, so we encourage you to complete your accommodation bookings at least 6 to 8 weeks before your arrival date.
Contact us
Global Learning and Language Centre
Our advisors are here by email to answer your questions and provide you with the information you need, including:
- Program details
- Admission requirements and the application process
- Campus and student services
- How to prepare for your journey to Victoria