English as a Second Language

Intensive English as a Second Language (ESL)

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Student success in college requires well developed learning skills and attitudes (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. Applicants should have thoroughly developed these skills and attitudes before beginning their college programs.

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OUR PROGRAM

George Brown College’s Intensive English program helps students learn English quickly and easily by providing a supportive environment where students from around the world come together to study English. Each level focuses on listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. TESL certified teachers use a wide range of interactive teaching resources, including access to state-of-the-art computer language labs.

At the start of Level 7 or Level 8, students may choose:

• to continue in the regular Intensive English program, or
• to pursue the Level 7 or Level 8 English for Business

Note: After completion of Level 8, there is also a Level 9 course to develop the higher language skills required for degree and postgraduate co-op programs.

PART-TIME STUDY OPTIONS

ESL courses and an ESL certificate are also available in the evenings through Continuing Education. Please see the Continuing Education Course Guide at coned.georgebrown.ca

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Proof of permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship.

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must be submitted online.  The online application form will be available when the program is open.  Once the applications are submitted, students will be contacted by the ESL office.

Before students start the ESL program, they must take a placement test to determine their level of English proficiency.  Students will be notified by the ESL office to make an appointment for the test at the Student Service Centre.  The Student Service Centre is located in Building C, 160 Kendal Ave., 3rd floor. It is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Please bring proof of permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship.

PROGRAM DURATION

There are nine levels from beginner to advanced. Each level is eight weeks. Students begin at the level determined by their placement test. Classes run Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. (times are subject to change).

PROGRAM COST

Fees are $582.00 for each eight-week level. Fees are subject to change.

CERTIFICATION

Certificate of completion at the end of Level 8 and Level 9.

Students who complete Level 8 are exempt from the English admissions test required for most post-secondary programs at George Brown College. Students who complete Level 9 are deemed to have met the English admission requirements for some George Brown College degree programs and postgraduate diploma programs with co-op placements.

Please note: Mandatory admission testing, which includes English, is required for some programs. Check program requirements.

COURSE DATES

Course start              Course end
August 29, 2011      October 21, 2011
October 24, 2011     December 16, 2011
January 9, 2012        March 2, 2012
March 5, 2012          April 27, 2012
April 30, 2012          June 22, 2012
June 25, 2012           August 17, 2012
August 27, 2012      October 19, 2012
October 22, 2012     December 14, 2012
January 7, 2013        March 1, 2013
March 4, 2013          April 26, 2013
April 29, 2013          June 21, 2013
June 24, 2013           August 16, 2013
August 26, 2013      October 18, 2013
October 21, 2013     December 13, 2013

COURSES

LEVELS 1, 2 AND 3 (R728)

ESL7101         Level 1
ESL7102         Level 2
ESL7103         Level 3

LEVELS 4 TO 9 (R732)

ESL7134         Level 4
ESL7135         Level 5
ESL7136         Level 6
ESL7137         Level 7
ESL7138         Level 8
ESL7139         Level 9

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Call the George Brown English as a Second Language School at 416-415-5000, ext. 4826 or Advising Services, ext. 2949.

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For updated information and course descriptions, call 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.

George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completions of, a George Brown College program.

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Revised: January 26, 2012