About the course

The Academic English program gives students the opportunity to build their English language skills and meet the English Language requirements for entrance into college programs. The flexible, multi-level intensive language program gives students a chance to build and refine their language skills for academic, career or personal goals.

　　The core English Language program includes instruction in all key English skill areas (grammar, reading, writing, and communications) at fundamental, intermediate, and advanced stages. Students at all levels can supplement the core skills with a wide variety of oral communication seminars and elective courses. The complete program includes 22 hours of instruction per week for the basic core classes and seminars (18 core hours 2 elective seminars) per semester.

　　Program Outcomes

　　Demonstrate English listening and reading comprehension skills in social, academic and / or professional contexts

　　Express ideas accurately and clearly in written and spoken English

　　Use creative and critical thinking skills to analyze, evaluate and draw conclusions

　　Apply a range of learning strategies to achieve their educational goals and capacity as a learner

　　Employ technology appropriately for academic purposes

　　Demonstrate developing intercultural communication competence

　　LENGTH

　　This program varies in length from 1 term (15 weeks in a term) to 6 terms 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: 4 Week(s)Fees: CA$2,000

Intake	Location
Spring (May), 2024	Castlegar
Spring (May), 2025	Castlegar
Spring (May), 2026	Castlegar

　　

How to apply

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Further information

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

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