About the course

Based on communicative teaching and learning practices, English Language Learning (ELL) is an intensive five-level, full-time program designed for international students who wish to improve their English language skills. If you're an international student, this program will help you build on and improve your language skills for success in college, university or your career.

　　ELL's five levels (Elementary, Beginner, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, High Intermediate) run each semester.

　　You'll be placed into one of the five levels depending on the results of a placement test that will ensure you are in the correct language level.

　　Each level runs for one semester and is divided into five modules.

　　You can start the program at the beginning of any module, depending on your date of arrival.

　　You can join the program at regular intervals, at the start of each module.

　　ELL will offer you the opportunity to:

　　Study in a supportive college environment,

　　Interact with students from around the world in your classes,

　　Develop effective academic communication skills by focusing on the key areas of reading, writing, listening, speaking and pronunciation,

　　Participate in communicative activities, interactive exercises, group work and presentations,

　　Have a direct pathway to college communication courses,

　　Access helpful resources and services (tutoring services, library, counselling, computer labs),

　　Learn from highly qualified and dedicated English as a Second Language teaching professionals who provide quality instruction, encouragement and guidance. 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: 104 Week(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Toronto
Summer (May), 2024	Toronto
Fall (September), 2024	Toronto
Winter (January), 2025	Toronto
Summer (May), 2025	Toronto
Fall (September), 2025	Toronto
Winter (January), 2026	Toronto
Summer (May), 2026	Toronto

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Centennial College of Applied Arts and Technology

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)

　　TOEFL- 550 Paper-based, 80 plus minimums of 20 for the Internet-based test, IELTS - 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　Practice and prepare

　　

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 Centennial College of Applied Arts and Technology. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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