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Essential English

Next Enrolment

October 28th, January 6th, March 3rd, May 5th, June 30th, September 2nd, October 27th, January 5th, March 2nd

Delivery Format

Blended (On Campus and Online)

Tuition

$3,845

Program Length

2 months (Full time)

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Dates

Fall 2024

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Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Program Type

Full-time

Tuition

$3,845 (International)

Dates

Winter 2025

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Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Program Type

Full-time

Tuition

$3,845 (International)

Dates

Winter 2025

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Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Program Type

Full-time

Tuition

$3,845 (International)

Dates

Summer 2025

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Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Program Type

Full-time

Tuition

$3,845 (International)

Dates

Summer 2025

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Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Program Type

Full-time

Tuition

$3,845 (International)

Dates

Fall 2025

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Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Program Type

Full-time

Tuition

$3,845 (International)

Dates

Fall 2025

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Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Program Type

Full-time

Tuition

$3,845 (International)

Dates

Winter 2026

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Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Program Type

Full-time

Tuition

$3,845 (International)

Dates

Winter 2026

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Delivery Format

Blended
(On Campus and Online)

Program Type

Full-time

Tuition

$3,845 (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)
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