About the course

The EAP courses consist of 24 hours a week of instruction. The courses can be taken 100% online or face-to-face. You will learn how to:

　　Write academic texts, including research essays and reports

　　Carry out research using the Dalhousie library and digital resources

　　Apply strategies for more effective reading of academic texts

　　Better understand and take notes in university lectures

　　Prepare and deliver effective academic oral presentations

　　Participate in seminars, tutorials and academic debates

　　Develop advanced grammar and vocabulary skills, and the ability to edit and proofread your own writing

　　Before you can begin to study in one of our EAP courses, we need to know your level of English

　　The EAP Placement Test is used to make sure every student is in the level where they will learn the most. Please enquire at elsdal.ca about our class placement equivalents. Registering for the EAP Placement Test takes place when you apply to the EAP Program.

　　This is a pre-intermediate course at the A2 level that is an introduction to English for Academic Purposes (EAP).

　　In this course students will:

　　develop their ability to understand and express themselves orally in formal and informal situations in the university context and understand short texts of a variety of styles and disciplines.

　　expand their general and specialized vocabulary and write accurate sentences and paragraphs.

　　develop these language skills and abilities while starting to explore the topics, practices and behaviours associated with academic success at university. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 12 Week(s)Fees: CA$4,650

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Halifax
April, 2024	Halifax
Fall (September), 2024	Halifax
Winter (January), 2025	Halifax
April, 2025	Halifax
Fall (September), 2025	Halifax
Winter (January), 2026	Halifax
April, 2026	Halifax

　　

How to apply

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Dalhousie University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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