This article introduces the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program offered by George Brown College.

For international students, pursuing a higher degree in another country is already challenging, let alone studying in a second language. To help international students improve their English proficiency and help them better engage in classes, some universities and colleges provide international students with different programs to improve their English.

George Brown College’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program is a post-secondary program that helps international students learn English, not only for post-secondary study but also for future employment and a better life in Canada. George Brown College offers international students a supportive environment to study English and make friends from all over the world. Additionally, the EAP programs also help international students to make full use of the English environment through co- and extra-curricular events and workshops.

Program overview

George Brown College offers nine different levels of EAP programs, from beginner to advanced, to cater to different students’ needs. Each level is taught for 8 weeks, and one semester includes two levels. To determine which level to start with, international students can either take a level-placement test at George Brown College or take an English proficiency test, such as IELTS (Academic), TOEFL (iBT), and submit the score before the program starts.

CODE COURSE NAME ESL1131 English for Academic Purposes 1 ESL1132 English for Academic Purposes 2 ESL1133 English for Academic Purposes 3 ESL1134 English for Academic Purposes 4 ESL1135 English for Academic Purposes 5 ESL1136 English for Academic Purposes 6 ESL1137 English for Academic Purposes 7 ESL1138 English for Academic Purposes 8 ESL1139 English for Academic Purposes 9

Program Learning Outcomes

By completing this program, international students will be able to conduct research and write essays as required by colleges and universities. Students who complete Level 8 will be exempt from the English admissions test required for most post-secondary programs at George Brown College and many other Ontario colleges. Students who complete Level 9 are deemed to have met the English admission requirements for some George Brown College degree programs and graduate certificate programs with co-op or field education placements.

Certification and Tuition

For students who successfully complete Level 8 or 9 (with at least two EAP levels completed at George Brown College), an Ontario College Certificate will be granted to them.

The affordable tuition for the EAP programs is $3,225.00*.

* additional costs include: ID – $12.00 (one-time charge), Alumni – $29.27 (one-time charge)

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