fb pixel

General Purpose English (14 Week)

Our full-time program has three streams: Foundations English, General English, and Academic English (Pathway Program). Classes are offered at various levels in each stream are held for 14 weeks, five days a week from Monday to Friday. There is a total of 25 hours of study and cultural activities per week. Each session includes a mid-term break that is one week long.

View 14 Week Infographic [PDF]

Foundations Stream

This basic to mid-intermediate stream focuses on integrated language skills. The morning classes have a strong emphasis on oral communication, vocabulary acquisition, and grammatical development which are integral skills for linguistic progress. Afternoon classes focus on grammatical structures and reading skills.

General English Stream

This high-intermediate to low-advanced stream develops English language skills for personal or professional reasons. Morning classes focus strongly on developing fluency in speaking and listening as well as grammar, reading, and writing. Afternoon classes focus on a variety of seminars, such as, Business English, TOEFL Preparation, Conversation, Writing, and Listening and Pronunciation. Afternoon classes vary from term to term and with the student's level of proficiency in English.

Pathway Program

Learn more about our Pathway Program.


Program Dates

Winter 2024

January 8 - April 19, 2024

Length: 14 weeks

Cost: $5000

Spring-Summer 2024

May 6 - August 16, 2024

Length: 14 weeks

Cost: $5000

 Fall 2024

September 3  - December 13, 2024

Length: 14 weeks

Cost: $5500

NOTE: The application deadline is two weeks before the start date.

Winter Term 2024

Midterm break: February 26 - March 1

Statutory holidays: February 19 - Louis Riel Day, March 29 - Good Friday

Spring/Summer Term 2024

Midterm break: June 24 – 28

Statutory holidays: May 22 – Victoria Day, July 1 – Canada Day, August 5 - Terry Fox day

Fall Term 2024

Midterm break: October 21 - 27

Statutory holidays: September 30 - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, October 14 - Thanksgiving Day, November 11 - Remembrance Day


Additional Information

Application fees and a tuition deposit ( if applicable ) are due with the program application form. More information can be found during the application.

Accommodation information can be found on the Student Life website.