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Essential English

Next Enrolment

January 5th, March 2nd, May 4th, June 29th, August 31st, October 26th, January 4th, March 1st, May 3rd, June 28th

Delivery Format

Blended (On Campus and Online)

Tuition

$3,895

Program Length

See below

Select an Offering to Register

Tuition Increasing November 3, 2025
Complete the following three steps by November 3, 2025 to lock in the current tuition rate and secure your spot:

  1. Apply to the program of your choice
  2. Accept your offer
  3. Pay your tuition deposit

Dates

Winter 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Type & Length

Full-time

2 months

Tuition

$3,895 (International)

Dates

Winter 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Type & Length

Full-time

2 months

Tuition

$3,895 (International)

Dates

Summer 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Type & Length

Full-time

2 months

Tuition

$3,895 (International)

Dates

Summer 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Type & Length

Full-time

2 months

Tuition

$3,895 (International)

Dates

Fall 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Type & Length

Full-time

2 months

Tuition

$3,895 (International)

Dates

Fall 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Type & Length

Full-time

2 months

Tuition

$3,895 (International)

Dates

Winter 2027

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Type & Length

Full-time

2 months

Tuition

$3,895 (International)

Dates

Winter 2027

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Type & Length

Full-time

2 months

Tuition

$3,895 (International)

Dates

Summer 2027

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Type & Length

Full-time

2 months

Tuition

$3,895 (International)

Dates

Summer 2027

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Type & Length

Full-time

2 months

Tuition

$3,895 (International)

Essential English is designed for students who want to improve their English language skills and build their academic confidence and professional fluency. The curriculum integrates skills and knowledge development in workplace communications, UN Sustainable Development goals, and Canadian culture. It is an engaging and powerful path for the development of core English language skills, including reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, and vocabulary. The goal is to provide a multidimensional approach in support of academic studies and professional ambitions.

At A Glance

  • Six levels from pre-intermediate to advanced
  • Each level is eight weeks with 20 hours per week with your instructors
  • Students can apply for conditional offer for an undergraduate degree or post-graduate certificate after level 4 if they meet the academic requirements
  • Essential English is a direct pathway to full-time Continuing Professional Education Programs within the School of Continuing Studies following successful completion of Level 6
  • Six start dates available: September, October, January, March, May, June

Tuition

  • 2023-2024: $3,560 (8 weeks)
  • 2024-2025: $3,845 (8 weeks)

Enrollments

  • Fall 2024
    • September 3 – October 25, 2024
    • October 28  – December 19, 2024
  • Winter 2025
    • January 6 – February 28, 2025
    • March 3 – April 25, 2025
  • Summer 2025
    • May 5 – June 27, 2025
    • June 30 – August 22, 2025

Entry Requirements

  • IELTS 4.0 up to 6.0 or equivalent
    • Level 1: 4.0
    • Level 2: 4.5
    • Level 3: 5
    • Level 4: 5.5
    • Level 5: 6
    • Level 6: 6 (no score below 6)