In this program, English Language Learners (ELLs) develop English proficiency in the areas of reading, writing, speaking, grammar, vocabulary, and listening. Students also focus on essential skills for success and communication skills in various contexts. Language learning is facilitated through interactive activities, assignments, group work, multi-media materials and in-class instruction. Students explore Canadian social and cultural contexts, as well as personal, abstract and global topics.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
critically read and analyse a variety of professional and academic texts required for post-secondary studies or employment;
employ English language communication skills to function independently in an English language environment;
conduct research using a variety of English language academic or professional sources to produce a variety of written texts;
examine personal and social responsibility in a global context in response to current issues and societal changes;
apply academic and interpersonal skills to support success in post-secondary studies and professional situations;
utilize listening skills to process information in academic and professional situations.
Career opportunities
While most students choose English for Academic Purposes (EAP) as a pathway to further studies, some graduates of the program may find employment in occupations requiring English language proficiency. Graduates may transfer their acquired English language skills to career advancement and opportunities in other countries.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
Georgian College
Barrie Campus,
One Georgian Drive,
BARRIE,
Ontario (ON),
L4M 3X9, Canada
Applicants must hold OSSD or equivalent, with ONE of the following:
IELTS (academic) for direct entry to Georgian College EAP:
TOEFL for direct entry to Georgian College EAP
Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Georgian College has recorded a consistently higher graduate employment rate than the provincial average for more than 20 years.