📖Introduction

Conestoga College is a public college located in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. It offers more than 200 programs in various fields such as Engineering, Business, Health Sciences, Information Technology, Media and Design, and Community Services.

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📚About the Program

Non-degree in English for Academic Studies at Conestoga College

This intensive program focuses on your academic English language skills that will prepare you for success in college/university, or your career. Prospective students will be placed in one of the 5 levels based on the results of our Conestoga English Proficiency Placement (CEPP) test and will be taught by experienced, highly qualified, TESL certified, friendly and professional professors. Our program will offer you skill-based courses that are dedicated to focusing on your reading, writing, listening, pronunciation and speaking skills. Along with these core language courses, you will also take credit-based courses that focus specifically on student success and knowledge about Canadian society. You will have the choice to take hybrid on-campus or fully online delivery modes each semester, which is 15 weeks long, including one ‘Student Success Week’. We offer mid-semester entry into our program in March, July, and November for new international students. These accelerated, 7-week delivery options will require a higher language placement test score. Please contact the ELS/EAS program coordinator if you have any questions. Additionally, this program includes specialized instruction for developing pronunciation skills and includes a foundation level for English learners who need basic language instruction. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Courses
Level 1
Course details
Pronunciation I
ELS1600

Reading Comprehension I
ELS1610

Listening and Speaking I
ELS1620

Written Communication Skills I
ELS1630

Level 2
Course details
Pronunciation II
ELS1640

Reading Comprehension II
ELS1650

Listening and Speaking II
ELS1660

Written Communication Skills II
ELS1670

Canadian Perspectives I
LIBS1790

Level 3
Course details
Pronunciation III
ELS1680

Reading Comprehension III
ELS1690

Listening and Speaking III
ELS1700

Written Communication Skills III
ELS1710

Canadian Perspectives II
LIBS1800

Level 4
Course details
Pronunciation IV
ELS1720

Reading Comprehension IV
ELS1730

Listening and Speaking IV
ELS1740

Written Communication Skills IV
ELS1750

Student Success for Higher Learning
LIBS1810

Electives: Program Option
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
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Please note that all courses may not be offered in all semesters. Go to your student portal for full timetabling details under "My Courses".
Business Computing Applications I
COMP1057

English Skills - IELTS and TOEFL Preparation
ELS1760

Children's Literature Across Cultures
LIBS1015

Oceans
LIBS1035

Anishinaabe 13 Moons: Awakening the Spiral
LIBS1076

Psychology Today: The Human Connection
LIBS1085

Artificial Intelligence: Rise of the Machines
LIBS1095

The Olympics
LIBS1100

Introduction to Astronomy
LIBS1170

Issues In Canadian Politics
LIBS1420

Weather and Climate
LIBS1460

The Pleasure and Purpose of Music
LIBS1480

Multiculturalism: The Canadian Diversity Project
LIBS1580

Viewing Philosophy Through Film
LIBS1660

The Art Of Rock (A Social History Of Rock & Roll)
LIBS1900

Environmental Science
LIBS1910

Indigenous Studies: Truth and Reconciliation
LIBS1920

Exploring the World of Classical Myth
LIBS1960

Restless Planet: Understanding Natural Disasters
LIBS1990

Program outcomes
Communicate effectively at a level appropriate to access further academic and vocational studies.
Use complex language structures to convey meaning clearly in both written and oral communication in an academic setting.
Identify, evaluate, and correct individual grammar and pronunciation difficulties in speech and writing in multiple contexts.
Interpret academic-level texts critically using a variety of reading skills as appropriate.
Apply a systematic approach to vocabulary expansion tailored to individual academic and career goals.
Differentiate between and produce a variety of writing styles and formats used in college/university contexts.
Identify main ideas and supporting details in post-secondary lectures and talks in order to demonstrate listening comprehension.
Participate effectively in both formal and informal discussions and presentations in academic contexts.
Develop skills in researching, drafting, editing, and proof-reading a variety of written documents reflecting individual academic and career goals.
Utilize critical thinking and problem solving techniques in the application of research techniques to both oral and written academic assignments.
Employ effective study skills and strategies for success in post-secondary studies in an English language context.
Discuss various aspects of Canadian culture related to social and educational contexts.

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🏫About Conestoga College

Conestoga College is a public college located in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. It was established in 1967 as the Conestoga College of Applied Arts and Technology and currently offers over 200 certificate, diploma, degree, and post-graduate programs to over 16,500 full-time students and 30,000 part-time students. The college is known for its programs in engineering technology, health sciences, information technology, media, design, and community services. Conestoga College has several campuses in the Waterloo Region, including the Doon (Kitchener), Cambridge, and Waterloo campuses, as well as satellite locations in Stratford, Ingersoll, Guelph, and Brantford. The college also offers online courses and distance education programs. The college has a strong focus on applied learning and hands-on training, with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to support experiential learning. Conestoga College has partnerships with various organizations, including local businesses and industries, to provide students with co-op and internship opportunities, allowing them to gain practical work experience and develop industry connections. The college has also received recognition for its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

570 RMB

Tuition fee:

6,403 USD per year

6,403 USD in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • English Language Certificate
  • Your Highest Academic Transcript (in English)
  • Your Photograph
  • Your Graduation Certificate (in English)
  • Your Passport Copy

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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