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English Language Program

Accredited English language courses from pre-intermediate to university and college qualifying levels

Tuition: $0 for those who meet Government of Canada rules (see Highlights below)
Where: Campbell River, Comox Valley
Starts: September, October, January, February, May, June, July
  • Our Academic English Language program, offered in the Comox Valley, welcomes international students, new Canadians, and permanent residents into courses from Pre-Intermediate to University and College preparation.
  • Our ESLA program offers beginner English training and covers life skills needed in Canadian society for new immigrants and refugees.
  • Government of Canada initiatives make it possible for Canadians, permanent residents, individuals selected to become permanent residents, live-in caregivers and refugees to have tuition fees paid for this program.

Career possibilities: Our English Language program and courses help students build confidence, develop fluency, and prepare for the workplace and for university and college programs.

Government of Canada Tuition Free Rules

Canadians, permanent residents, individuals selected to become permanent residents, live-in caregivers and refugees – tuition fees may be paid by the government. Register in person and bring proof of your Canadian citizenship or immigration status. This initiative is made possible through funding from the Government of Canada.

English Language Services for Adults (ELSA)

The ELSA program offers beginner-level English instruction for landed immigrants and refugees or those applying to become landed immigrants. This program is designed to give students the English language and life skills necessary for them to function in Canadian society. Welcome BC sponsors this program. Availability is subject to funding.
 

Academic English Language

Our Academic English Language program prepares students for entrance into university and college programs. The program offers four levels including pre-intermediate, intermediate, advanced, and university/college preparation. Each level provides courses in reading/writing, speaking/listening as well as grammar. Available electives include pronunciation, IELTS preparation and a seminar course which individualizes instructional support.

  • Pre-intermediate courses provide students the foundational skills for learning the English language.
  • Intermediate courses are designed primarily to assist students with the English they need in everyday situations and provide development of the key skills needed for the academic English study.
  • Advanced courses continue the student’s academic study of English with focus on effective strategies for composing in English, including pre-writing, revising, and editing as well as reading and spoken comprehension and vocabulary building.
  • University and college qualifying courses prepare students for university/college level reading, writing and communication. As ESL 090 is the equivalent of ENG 098, successful completion of this course will allow students to enter many university and career programs.

Preparing for College or University?

Our Jump Start program offers direct entry into academic degree diploma and certificate programs and includes the university and college qualifying English language courses. Students who complete ESL 090 as part of the Jump Start program will not require a language placement test (that is, no requirement for TOEFL or IELTS testing).
 

Admission Requirements

Students are assessed by an ESL faculty member to determine the most appropriate courses for registration and success. An assessment may be done on campus by registering at Student Services. Off campus assessment is also available. Email www.study@nic.bc.ca for more information.

Our Jump Start program offers direct entry into academic degree diploma and certificate programs and includes the university and college qualifying English language courses. To be admitted to this program you must be assessed at ESL-089 / ESL-090 and meet the other admission requirements for your university or college program.

Once you have completed an assessment, your instructor will recommend courses from the following list and which are best suited to your current skill level and personal goals. Students then progress through the program by skill level.

Pre-Intermediate Level

  • ESL-003 - Pre-Intermediate Reading & Writing
  • ESL-008 - Pre-Intermediate Listening and Speaking

Intermediate Level

  • ESL-031 Intermediate Reading and Writing 1
  • ESL-032 Intermediate Reading and Writing 2
  • ESL-034 Intermediate Listening & Speaking 1
  • ESL-035 Intermediate Listening & Speaking 2
  • ESL-037 Intermediate Grammar 1
  • ESL-038 Intermediate Grammar 2

Advanced Level

University and College Qualifying Levels

  • ESL-089 University and College Preparatory Reading
  • ESL-090 University and College Preparatory Writing (equivalent to ENG-098 Provincial English)

Electives

  • ESL-040 Pronunciation
  • ESL-041 Canadian Studies
  • ESL-042 IELTS Preparation – Reading and Writing
  • ESL-043 IELTS Preparation – Listening and Speaking
  • ESL-094 Speaking & Pronunciation for University and College
  • ESL-071 Directed English Language Studies 1
  • ESL-072 Directed Engligh Language Studies 2
  • ESL-073 Directed English Language Studies 3

Questions?

Contact:

North Island College International

Student Services
1-800-715-0914
questions@nic.bc.ca

International Students
1 250 334 5033 ext. 1
study@nic.bc.ca

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