English language studies

Our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program provides you with the skills you need for success in higher education, work and life in Canada.

The EAP program focuses on building English language skills, as well as preparing students to study in a postsecondary program. Each level in the program is comprised of three core courses – Speaking, Listening and Pronunciation, Reading and Vocabulary and Writing and Grammar – and one elective course, which varies from semester to semester).

The EAP program is an eight-level, intensive full-time program. The levels are split into non-credit and credit programming.

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General English as a Second Language (ESLG)

Levels 1 to 4: Non-credit programming

This program helps you prepare for success in general English. You will participate in introductory level English language courses in the skill areas of reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar and vocabulary, while also focusing on essential skills for success. Language learning is facilitated through classroom and technology-assisted learning, and an exploration of Canadian and intercultural contexts through everyday situations. You will learn through group work, discussions, and experiential learning outside the classroom.

View ESLG program outline for more information and admission requirements.

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General Arts and Science Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (EAPC)

Levels 5 to 8: Credit programming

This program helps you learn or improve your English, and prepares you for postsecondary study and future employment. You will develop English proficiency in the areas of reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar and vocabulary, while also focusing on essential skills for success and communication in various academic and professional contexts. Language learning is facilitated through interactive activities, discussions, use of multimedia materials, in-class instruction and experiential learning outside the classroom, as well as an exploration of personal, abstract and global topics.

Visit the EAPC program page for more information and admission requirements.

Students who successfully complete level 7 and level 8 are eligible to receive a General Arts and Science – English for Academic Purposes Ontario college certificate.

To graduate from the EAP program, the passing weighted average for promotion through each level and to graduate is 60 per cent. Additionally, you must attain a minimum of 50 per cent or a letter grade of P (pass) or S (satisfactory) in each course in each session.

Upon completion of levels 7 and 8, you may enter directly into a diploma program. For students completing level 8 only, the passing mark is 70 per cent (diploma program). Some programs (i.e., degrees) require a higher average.

Visit the admissions webpage for more information related to English language proficiency.

Tuition

Tuition fees fluctuate from semester to semester, as they are set by the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities.

The cost for each ESLG/EAPC session (one academic semester consists of two sessions) is outlined below:

• Approximately $1,300 for domestic students per session
• Approximately $3,000 for international students per session

Textbooks and other supplies

• Approximately $150 to $250 per session

*Please note, all fees are in Canadian dollars. Fees are approximate and are subject to change. Please refer to the tuition and ancillary fees page for the most current information.

Summer 2023

Semester	EAP Summer 2023: Part A (seven weeks)	EAP Summer 2023: Part B (seven weeks)
Orientation	Wednesday, May 3	Wednesday, June 28
Start date	Monday, May 8	Monday, July 3
Add/drop	Friday, May 12	Friday, July 7
End date	Friday, June 23	Friday, Aug. 18

Fall 2023

Semester	EAP Fall 2023: Part A (seven weeks)	EAP Fall 2023: Part B (seven weeks)
Orientation	Wednesday, Aug. 30	Wednesday, Oct. 25
Start date	Tuesday, Sept. 5	Monday, Oct. 30
Add/drop	Monday, Sept. 11	Friday, Nov. 3
End date	Friday, Oct. 20	Friday, Dec. 15

Orientation is an important part of your student experience. There is a mandatory orientation for all new ESLG and EAPC students at Georgian.

*Note: You will need your student login to participate.

• Full-time students who have confirmed an offer to a Georgian program: You will have received a confirmation letter or letter of acceptance identifying the login and default password for all student systems.
• If you have forgotten your login or password, reset your password using the password management service or contact IT Support.

Part-time English language courses are designed for individuals wishing to improve their English.

Part-time courses include the same quality curriculum with more flexibility. Learners can study at their own pace. Registration for these courses is done through the Continuing Education website. Follow these steps to register.

Available courses

Pre-Intermediate ESL

• Course code: ESLG 0001
• Recommended level of ability: CLB 4-5; IELTS 4.0-4.5; EAP L4-5

Intermediate ESL

• Course code: ESLG 0002
• Recommended level of ability: CLB 5-6; IELTS 5.0; EAP L6

Upper Intermediate ESL

• Course code: ESLG 0003
• Recommended level of ability: CLB 6; IELTS 5.5; EAP L7

Advanced ESL

• Course code: ESLG 0004
• Recommended level of ability: CLB 7-8; IELTS 6; EAP L8/L8+

IELTS Preparation

• Course code: LANS 0047
• About this course: This is an exam preparation course for those wishing to take the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam in either the Academic or General versions.

English for Specific Purposes (ESP) training is customized student-centred training for organizations seeking to build English language competencies in their workforce.

These programs are not available to the general public; they are developed with an organization’s specific needs in mind.

Available training

English language studies at Georgian offers the following ESP training:

Have a general question?

Send us an email:
EAP@georgiancollege.ca

Interested in studying at Georgian?

Corinne Whitney
Manager, English for Academic Purposes
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