English for Academic Purposes, Certificate

Learn English as part of our Camosun community.

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Program at a glance

Credential

Certificate

Work experience

None

Study options

Full-time

Part-time

Open to International

Yes

Length

Varies

Rethink your classroom

Spend a semester or two abroad and earn Camosun credits.
Study Abroad

If you are learning English as an International language, this program is for you!

Start in September, January or May!

With our help and support, you’ll become more confident listening, speaking, reading and writing English. Offering eight levels of English as a Second Language (ESL) training, Camosun has a course for everyone.

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Intermediate, Advanced and Provincial levels of English language skills

In the English for Academic Purposes program, speakers of other languages develop essential English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. This program provides a unique opportunity to learn with a multicultural student population, authentic language practice, Canadian cultural experience, and electives to support the required courses. Domestic and international students can study full and part-time to improve their English skills for a variety of goals related to academic study and daily life in an English language setting.

This skills-based program focuses on the development of advanced academic English language skills needed to gain entry into college-level programs or technical and professional English language skills needed in the Canadian workplace.

For success in these programs, you are encouraged to immerse yourself in English outside your classes, attend regularly, participate in class, and complete homework and assignments.

A supportive community

Our instructors are highly qualified and committed to providing a friendly and caring learning experience in an adult environment. We understand the pressures and challenges of learning a new language. Our scheduling is flexible to fit your busy life: full-time, part-time, at your own pace; day or evening; all year round.

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English Help Centres

Camsoun's English Help Centres are staffed with expert language tutors, multi-media computer labs and a variety of other support services to help you succeed. You’ll be a part of our campus community and meet new friends.

Learn at your level

If you're a beginning or pre-intermediate student, you will start with listening and speaking skills and an introduction to reading comprehension and written composition. BESL

If you're a more experienced English language learner, you will take more advanced courses, either to prepare you for college and university level programs or to gain professional English skills for the Canadian workplace.

What you'll learn

Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in myCamosun.

Program outline

For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.

Program outline

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Tuition and fees

Effective from September 1, 2022, to August 31, 2023

Estimated Tuition

Tuition estimates are for the entire program.

English for Academic Purposes, Certificate

For domestic students, 0-level English (ELD) upgrading courses are tuition-free.

For International students visit: International Tuition & Fees.

Student fees

In addition, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to: Student Fees.

Financial assistance

The Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG) covers student fees, deposit, tuition (if applicable), required textbooks and childcare support for eligible students enrolled in 0-level upgrading courses.

You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.

Financial Aid & Awards 

Curriculum & courses

Admission requirements

For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.

Ready to get started? Get your application in for the September, January or May intake.

Apply today

Missing admission requirements?

You may be able to take an assessment or upgrade with us.

Need help applying?

Find out more on How to Apply or speak to an Admissions Advisor.

Our Teaching Staff

Camosun College is fiercely proud of the excellent quality of its instruction. Our teaching staff are experienced, inspiring and supportive of our students’ individual journeys.

Faculty/staff profile

Kirsten Bunton

Kirsten Bunton

Co-Chair, English Language Development

buntonk@camosun.ca
250-370-3376
Ewing Building
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Beth Konomoto

Beth Konomoto

Instructor, Basic ESL, English Language Development

konomotob@camosun.ca
250-370-4937
Centre for Business and Access
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Gillian Atkinson

Gill Atkinson

Instructor, English Language Development

atkinsong@camosun.ca
250-370-3672/4931
Ewing Building and Centre for Business and Access
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Pei Mei Chia

Pei Mei Chia

Co-Chair Basic ESL, English Language Development

chiapm@camosun.ca
250-370-4945
Centre for Business and Access
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Judith Hunt

Judith Hunt

Instructor, English Language Development

huntj@camosun.ca
250-370-3469
Ewing Building
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Lynnea Jackson

Lynnea Jackson

Instructor, English Language Development

jacksonl@camosun.ca
250-370-4971
Centre for Business and Access
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Diana Kohl

Diana Kohl

Instructor, English Language Development

kohld@camosun.ca
250-370-4931
Centre for Business and Access
Full bio

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Debra Lewis

Debra Lewis

Instructor, English Language Development

lewisd@camosun.ca
250-370-3384
Ewing Building
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Faculty/staff profile

Cristina Petersen

Cristina Petersen

Instructor, English Language Development

petersenc@camosun.ca
250-370-3194
Centre for Business and Access
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Leigh Sunderland

Leigh Sunderland

Instructor, English Language Development

sunderlandl@camosun.ca
250-370-4944
Centre for Business and Access
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Nick Travers

Nick Travers

Instructor, English Language Development

traversn@camosun.ca
250-370-4973
Centre for Business and Access
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Tony Vernon

Tony Vernon

Instructor, English Language Development

vernona@camosun.ca
250-370-3982
Ewing Building
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Elizabeth West

Elizabeth West

Instructor, English Language Development

west@camosun.ca
250-370-3691
E 210
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Sarah McCagherty

Sarah McCagherty

Multilingual Support Specialist for HHS and T&T, ELD Departments

mccaghertys@camosun.ca
250-370-4969
Centre for Business and Access
Full bio

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Learn more

For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar. 

Contact information

English Language Development (ESL)

We want to hear from you!

250-370-4941

eldregistration@camosun.ca


 

International Admissions

International students please contact International Admissions