Taiwan, R.O.C.

A decade ago, my parents had probably thought through what you or your parents are considering - learn better English. By placing myself in a foreign location, I needed a suitable institution where I could learn better English. This was a key factor to speaking better English and avoiding or lessening the effects of culture shocks.

Why Austin and TIEP? I attended TIEP for 3 semesters during my first time living away from my parents. It was one of my most tremendous and memorable life experiences. TIEP provided me with a high standard of education, which has prepared me for further education in the States. I have obtained a bachelor's and a graduate school degree in the States; and, I am currently employed as an engineer in Los Angeles, CA.

TIEP is situated in Austin which is rated as one of the safest places to live. TIEP is just located a couple blocks away from the main campus of the University of Texas at Austin. Not only could you utilize the resources that TIEP provides, but also you could access some facilities and some free activities that are offered to the public by the City of Austin and the University of Texas.

Looking back at my 10 years of living experience in the States, I strongly appreciate what TIEP has provided to me and given me the practical experiences that have helped me achieve my American Dreams. If I could make it, I'm sure all of you could make it as well!!

Instructional Programs Overview

The Texas Intensive English Program has nearly 45 years successful experience teaching beginning to advanced- level students. Classes are small and multinational, with 8 to 16 students per class and an average of 20 countries represented each semester.

Each program contains twenty hours per week of intensive English study year-round; additional resources include an English Skills Center and computer and instructional technology media laboratories with free e-mail and Internet access.

Foundations of English

The Foundations of English program is designed for students with beginning to low-intermediate English proficiency as determined by the TIEP Placement Exam.

English for Academic Purposes

The English for Academic Purposes program is designed for students with intermediate to advanced English proficiency who plan to enter an undergraduate or graduate program in an American college or university. All levels teach the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), as well as grammar, vocabulary, and study skills, although the relative emphasis on each varies according to the level.

English for Business & Careers

The English for Business Program is for individuals with intermediate to advanced English proficiency who want to improve their English for use in a variety of business situations.

English for Communication & Culture

The English for Communication Skills program is designed for individuals with intermediate to advanced proficiency who want to improve their English for general or professional purposes. All levels emphasize speaking and listening but also practice reading and writing as appropriate in social and professional settings.

Other Programs

Custom Programs

Customized programs are designed for sponsoring agencies, governments, educational institutions, or private companies contracting special programs for specific groups with specific needs and goals, as well as individuals desiring private instruction.

Evening Program

The Texas Intensive English Program (TIEP) Evening Program offers three part-time courses to meet the specific needs and schedules of professionals and others who want to improve their English language skills for professional development or personal enrichment.

Afternoon Electives

Elective courses are offered in addition to regular intensive English classes. They provide instruction in topics which are often of great interest to international students. There is an additional fee for these courses. Afternoon Electives include TOEFL and TOEIC preparation, and Conversation and Pronunciation Skills (50 percent discount for returning students who qualify).

University Express

In August 2002, TIEP launched University Express, a comprehensive, customized two-semester university preparation program.

Po-Ju Yen

Taiwan, R.O.C.

Instructional Programs Overview

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