English for Academic Purposes
Overview
Prepare for college with our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program!
EAP is multi-level class for IELTS levels 5.0-6.5, which offers you English language training to meet English language proficiency requirements. Our EAP classes, taught by TESOL trained instructors, provide training across all language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. In EAP you will also learn skills for academic success and develop an orientation to Canadian culture.
See Careers & Connections for more information this pathway program.
Upcoming Intakes: Apply Now!
- May 8 – August 11, 2023 (in person)
- September 11 – December 15, 2023 (online)
- January 8 – April 12, 2024 (online)
Admissions
English is the language of instruction at Assiniboine. All applicants educated outside of Canada or in a country not on the test exempt list are expected to meet the English language proficiency requirement.
Minimum IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent is acceptable for this program. See assiniboine.net/elp for more information and the types of proof of English language proficiency that we accept for admission to this program.
Depending on your starting level, you may need to enrol in more than one term to achieve an IELTS score of 6.5, which is the admission requirement for most of our academic programs.
We have a variety of available programs open to international students; check the available programs page.
Careers & Connections
English for Academic Purposes at Assiniboine is a pathway to further education and future employment. Students are able to apply for EAP and may receive conditional acceptance to a college program of their choice, if they meet admission requirements and there is room in the program.
We have a variety of available programs open to international students; check the available programs page.
Apply for both a college program and EAP on the same application form and pay only one application fee!
Simply choose English for Academic Purposes as your ‘first choice program’ and the college program that you want to continue in after successful completion of the EAP program as your ‘second choice’.
Note: You do not have to apply for a college program when you apply to EAP. You can simply apply to EAP only.
Tools & Supplies
The program allows input into the topics covered in your classes; your needs are our priority. The instructors complete a needs assessment with students throughout the program so that relevant information is covered for each group.
You will be responsible for providing your own binders, pens, paper, and other materials that will assist you in the classroom. Students may also be required to purchase additional textbooks and supplies for this program outside of the estimated course cost per term.
At-Home Computing
For this program, you are expected to have access to a computer at home. It should have a webcam, microphone and internet access to enable remote learning for the theory portions of your programs.
Courses & Costs
Course length: 14 weeks
Schedule: 4.5hrs per day, Monday to Friday
Estimated Course Cost per term: $4,695
Application fee (non-refundable): $200
Textbooks & Supplies: Students may be required to purchase additional textbooks and supplies for this program outside of the estimated course cost per term.
Mandatory Health Insurance: For international students studying in-person (on campus), mandatory health insurance of approximately $250 is required