Overview
The Pathway Program (ESL), Language English Course at Yorkville University , offers three levels of study focused on improving English language skills in reading, writing and oral comprehension. Each level is 12 weeks in duration and addresses skills such as academic writing, group discussions, analyzing academic reading materials, critical thinking, delivering effective presentations, and research and referencing.
The English as Second Language Pathway Program (ESL) at Yorkville University helps you:
- Develop academic listening skills for taking notes and understanding the main ideas
- Navigate student life by learning how to ask questions in class, find help, email professors and participate in a study group
- Plan, create and develop arguments for a discussion or presentation
- Develop academic reading skills including critical reading, interpreting evidence and considering a text in its wider context
- Develop academic writing skills and avoid plagiarism by accurately referencing materials
- Write research papers and academic essays
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Oxford Placement Test- Students applying to Yorkville University programs in Ontario without an IELTS score will be asked to complete the Oxford Placement Test to determine their placement in either Beginner Pathway, Level 1, or Level 2 of the ESL Pathway Program.
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Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
- 25 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
- Our online interactive classes are offered live so you can start your program without delay while being safe at home.
Language
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Disciplines
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Visit programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
Students with an IELTS score of at least 5.5 (or equivalent) but below 6.0 are able to enroll in Yorkville University’s regular academic programs and in an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course in Term 1. English for Academic Purposes (EAP) is a required course in their first term of studies. There is no additional cost to the program when students take the EAP course.
- Students whose IELTS score (or equivalent) is 4.5 or higher but lower than 5.5 will have to successfully complete Level 2 of the ESL Pathway Program.
- Students whose IELTS score (or equivalent) is lower than 4.5 but above 4.0 will have to successfully complete Level 1 and Level 2 of the ESL Pathway Program.
- Students whose IELTS score is lower than 4.0 will have to successfully complete Beginner, Level 1 and Level 2 of the ESL Pathway Program.
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