GENERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE - ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES

PROGRAM (R105)
PROGRAM General Arts and Science – English for TUITION
NAME Academic Purposes
COURSE CODE R105 $1,881.00*

SCHOOL School of English as a Second Language ADDITIONAL COST

CENTRE Preparatory and Liberal Studies Total fees for one semester only. September fees are $1,653.82 +
$227.18 for health insurance. January fees are $1,654.51 +
LOCATION St. James Campus
$155.49 for health insurance. May fees are $1,654.00.
DURATION 3 semesters Levels 1–9 depending on initial
placement test * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service
and ancillary fees for one semester of the program starting in Fall
STARTING September, January, May 2018. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2019
MONTH and at later dates. OCAS application fee: $95. Program is OSAP
eligible.
CREDENTIAL Ontario College Certificate
YEAR OF 2019-2020 International students: Visit the International Fees and Related
STUDY Costs2 page for more information.
METHOD OF FT
STUDY
APPLY TO Ontario Colleges1

George Brown College's English for Academic Purposes

(EAP) program is a post-secondary program that helps
students learn English. Students come from around the
world to learn in our supportive environment. Students
learn listening, speaking, reading and writing, vocabulary
and grammar in integrated classes at each level. Certified
teachers use a wide range of interactive teaching
resources in state-of-the-art classrooms.

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

• to continue in the regular English for Academic

Purposes program, or
• to pursue Level 7 or Level 8 English for Business
Studies, or
• to pursue Level 7 or Level 8 English for Hospitality
Studies
*Space is limited and students may not receive their first
choice stream.
In Levels 7 and 8, students can also choose to enroll in a
General Education credit course or a Communication
course (L8 only). These courses give students the
opportunity to practice English (all four skills) outside the
English as a Second Language (ESL) classroom, develop
critical thinking abilities, and preview what it is like to be in
a college program course.
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 or field
education at college or university.
PROGRAM DURATION
There are nine levels from beginner to advanced. Each 16-
week semester includes two levels. Students begin at the
level determined by their placement test. Classes are held
Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students may be
scheduled into a morning class (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) or
afternoon class (1 p.m. to 5 p.m.), and not both. By
registering, students are expected to attend the schedule
they are assigned.
CERTIFICATION
An Ontario College Certificate is awarded upon successful
completion of Level 8.
Students who complete Level 8 are exempt from the
English admissions test required for most post-secondary
programs at George Brown College and many other
Ontario colleges. Students who complete Level 9 are
deemed to have met the English admission requirements
for some George Brown College degree programs and
graduate certificate programs with co-op or field education
placements.
Please note: Mandatory admission testing, which includes Students are expected to complete two courses in each 16-
English, is required for some programs. Check program week semester.
requirements.
Code Course name
PART TIME STUDY OPTIONS ESL1111 English for Academic Purposes 1
English as a Second Language (ESL) courses are ESL1112 English for Academic Purposes 2
available in the evenings. Courses include IELTS test ESL1113 English for Academic Purposes 3
preparation, writing skills, business English and others. ESL1114 English for Academic Purposes 4
Please see georgebrown.ca/esl/parttime/ for details. ESL1115 English for Academic Purposes 5
ESL1116 English for Academic Purposes 6
PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING
OUTCOMES ESL1117 English for Academic Purposes 7
ESL1118 English for Academic Purposes 8
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to: ESL1119 English for Academic Purposes 9
1. Communicate competently at a level required for
ARTICULATION AGREEMENT
postsecondary studies, showing flexibility and clarity of
thought and expression. Students who successfully complete EAP Level 8 at
2. Communicate competently and flexibly, in order to George Brown College are considered to meet the English
interact culturally appropriately, in a variety of language requirements for admission to diploma programs
workplace, post-secondary, and/or societal at 14 other Ontario colleges. Please contact the School of
environments. ESL for more information.
3. Conduct research and write essays/papers/reports
according to academic conventions at a level required EDUCATIONAL/DEGREE PATHWAY
by colleges, universities, and/or the workplace.
4. Develop thorough general knowledge in a wide range of Completion of Level 8 meets the English language
subjects, and insight into both self and society. requirement for most professional programs at George
5. Develop flexibility and clarity of both thought and Brown College.
expression in order to develop communications
competence to a level required by business and There is also a Level 9 course to assist students in
industry. preparation for the study, research and essay writing skills
6. Understand and utilize critical thinking processes and required for degree programs. Students who complete
problem solving techniques. Level 9 are deemed to have met the English language
7. Examine and evaluate various aspects of our changing admission requirements for some George Brown College
society to assist in developing a sense of personal and degree programs and graduate certificate programs with
social responsibility as a citizen in society. co-op or field education placements.
8. Employ basic vocational skills drawn from the areas of
the Humanities, Social and Behavioural Sciences or Please note: Mandatory admission testing, which includes
Vocational Studies (Business, Technology). English, is required for some programs. Check program
requirements.
REQUIRED COURSES
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To determine which level each student will start the
program in, students either take a level placement test at • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or
George Brown, or submit an official, valid IELTS or TOEFL equivalent (18 years of age and under)
Test Report Form at the time of admission. Students taking • Mature Student status*, no OSSD required (*19 years
the George Brown placement test will be notified by the of age and older)
ESL or Registration office to make an appointment for the • Permanent Residents of Canada will need to present
test. Please bring proof of permanent resident status, legible copies of both sides of their Permanent Resident
refugee status or Canadian citizenship. Students should Cards, or other proof of residency
also bring their registration receipt to the placement test. • All applicants must complete a placement test and
Check the Key Dates for the placement test. achieve a minimum of Level 1 to be considered for the
program

PLACEMENT TEST
The George Brown level placement test usually takes place
the week before classes start. See Key Dates for specific
test dates. Students may submit a valid IELTS (Academic)
or TOEFL score for level placement instead of taking the
test.
 George Brown College is continually striving to improve its
The School of English as a Second Language is an programs and their delivery. The information contained in
exciting place to study. Watch the video below to hear this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should
from some of our students and graduates. not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty.
Students are responsible for verifying George Brown
"Some of my best memories are of my College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as
time studying at George Brown College. well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry
From the faculty to the learning associations, or other bodies that may award additional
environment, my time there was more designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a
than I could ever have expected. George George Brown College program.
Brown taught me that I could succeed as
a student, a contributor and a
professional. The knowledge and skills I learned will last
me a lifetime."
Wei Zhang (Graduate 2011, ESL Level 8; Graduate
2012, International Business Management)
Customer Service Executive, KVB Kunlun Canada Inc.
"My experience in the ESL program was
wonderful. Although I am a person with
hearing loss, this situation did not deter
me from learning English because I
received the full support of my professors
and school. George Brown College
provides valuable tools to their students
to reach their goals. Today I feel privileged to have
received a high-quality education."
Johanel Rocca (Graduate 2016, ESL Level 9;
Graduate 2018, Culinary Management and Nutrition)

CONTACT US
Call the English for Academic Purposes office at 416-
415-5000, ext. 4826 or Advising Services at 416-415-
5000, ext. 2949. Email esl@georgebrown.ca.
For more information about George Brown College, call the
Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or
long distance 1-800-265-2002.

VISIT OUR CAMPUS

This program is offered at our St. James Campus in our
SJH building (341 King St. East, Toronto, Ontario,
Canada).
Regular on-campus information sessions3 are offered. You
can also visit our virtual tour4.

LINKS REFERENCE
1
https://collegeapply.ontariocolleges.ca/?
collegeCode=GBTC&programCode=R105&lang=en
2
http://www.georgebrown.ca/international/futurestudents/tuitionfees/
3
http://www.georgebrown.ca/r105_info/
4
http://vt.georgebrown.ca/preparatory-liberal-studies/
GENERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE - ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES
PROGRAM (FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS) (R115)
PROGRAM General Arts and Science – English for TUITION
NAME Academic Purposes
COURSE CODE R115 $3,168.00 * †

SCHOOL School of English as a Second Language ADDITIONAL COST

CENTRE Preparatory and Liberal Studies *Amounts listed are the fees for one level starting in Fall 2018.
Fees are subject to change starting in Fall 2019 and at later dates.
LOCATION St. James Campus
DURATION 3 semesters Levels 1-9 depending on initial † Additional Cost
placement test
ID – $12.00 one time charge
STARTING September, October, January, March, May,
MONTH July Alumni – $28.91 one time charge
CREDENTIAL Ontario College Certificate International students: Visit the International Fees and Related
YEAR OF 2019-2020 Costs1 page for more information.
STUDY
METHOD OF FT
STUDY
APPLY TO
applynow.georgebrown.ca

George Brown College’s English for Academic Purposes

(EAP) is a post-secondary program that helps international
students learn English. Students come from around the
world to learn in our supportive environment. Students
learn listening, speaking, reading and writing, vocabulary
and grammar in integrated classes at each level. Certified
teachers use a wide range of interactive teaching
resources in state-of-the-art classrooms. A unique feature
of this program is that new immigrants and international
students participate together in classes and student life
activities.

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

• to continue in the regular English for Academic PROGRAM DURATION

Purposes program, or
• to pursue Level 7 or Level 8 English for Business
Studies, or
• to pursue Level 7 or Level 8 English for Hospitality
Studies
*Space is limited and students are not guaranteed thier first
choice of streams.
In Levels 7 and 8, students can also choose to enroll in a
General Education or Communication (L8 only) credit
course. These courses give students the opportunity to
practice English (four skills: reading, writing, listening and
speaking) outside the English as a Second Language
(ESL) classroom, develop critical thinking abilities, and
learn what it is like to be in a college program course.
Note: After completion of Level 8, there is also a Level 9
course to develop the higher language skills required for
degree and postgraduate programs at college or university.
There are nine levels from beginner to advanced. Each 16-
week semester includes two levels. Students begin at the
level determined by their placement test. Classes are held
Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students may be
scheduled into a morning class (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) or
afternoon class (1 p.m. to 5 p.m.), and not both. By
registering, students are expected to attend the schedule
they are assigned.
CERTIFICATION
An Ontario College Certificate is awarded upon successful
completion of Level 8.
Students who complete Level 8 are exempt from the
English admissions test required for most post-secondary
programs at George Brown College and many other
Ontario colleges. Students who complete Level 9 are
deemed to have met the English admission requirements
for some George Brown College degree programs
and graduate certificate programs with co-op or field
education placements.
Please note: Mandatory admission testing, which includes
English, is required for some programs. Check program
requirements.
PART TIME STUDY OPTIONS
English as a Second Language (ESL) courses are
available in the evenings. Courses include IELTS test
preparation, writing skills, business English, and others.
Please see georgebrown.ca/esl/parttime/ for details.
• ESL1138 English for Academic Purposes 8
• ESL1139 English for Academic Purposes 9
ARTICULATION AGREEMENT
Students who successfully complete EAP Level 8 at
George Brown College are considered to meet the English
language requirements for admission to diploma programs
at 14 other Ontario colleges. Please contact the School of
ESL for more information.

The college is an IELTS test centre. For more information
please contact ielts@georgebrown.ca or visit
georgebrown.ca/IELTS.
PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING
OUTCOMES
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
1. Communicate competently at a level required for
postsecondary studies, showing flexibility and clarity of
thought and expression.
2. Communicate competently and flexibly, in order to
interact culturally appropriately, in a variety of
workplace, post-secondary, and/or societal
environments.
3. Conduct research and write essays/papers/reports
according to academic conventions at a level required
by colleges, universities, and/or the workplace.
4. Develop thorough general knowledge gained in a wide
range of subjects, and insight into both self and society.
5. Develop flexibility and clarity of both thought and
expression in order to develop communications
competence to a level required by business and
industry.
6. Understand and utilize critical thinking processes and
problem solving techniques.
7. Examine and evaluate various aspects of our changing
society to assist in developing a sense of personal and
social responsibility as a citizen in society.
8. Employ basic vocational skills drawn from the areas of
the Humanities, Social and Behavioural Sciences or
Vocational Studies (Business, Technology).
REQUIRED COURSES
EDUCATIONAL/DEGREE PATHWAY
Completion of Level 8 meets the English language
requirement for most professional programs at George
Brown College.
There is also a Level 9 course to assist students in
preparation for the study, research and essay writing skills
required for degree programs. Students who complete
Level 9 are deemed to have met the English admission
requirements for some George Brown College degree
programs and graduate certificate programs with co-op or
field education placements.
Please note: Mandatory admission testing, which includes
English, is required for some programs. Check program
requirements.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• Applicants must provide a valid passport
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older at the start
of classes and complete a placement test.
PLACEMENT TEST
Once students have registered, they must take a
placement test to determine their level of English
proficiency before beginning the ESL program. A test time
will be supplied upon registration.
Check the Key Dates for the Placement Test2.
Placement may also be requested at the time of admission
based on a TOEFL or IELTS score.

To determine which level each student will start the

program in, students either take a level placement test at
George Brown, or submit an official, valid IELTS or TOEFL
Test Report Form at time of admission. Students taking the
George Brown placement test will be notified of the test
date and time by the International Centre. Students should
bring their registration receipt to the placement test. Check
the .
Each level is taught over the span of 8 weeks. Students
who enroll in a full semester would be capable of
completing two levels per semester.
• ESL1131 English for Academic Purposes 1
• ESL1132 English for Academic Purposes 2
• ESL1133 English for Academic Purposes 3
• ESL1134 English for Academic Purposes 4
• ESL1135 English for Academic Purposes 5
• ESL1136 English for Academic Purposes 6
• ESL1137 English for Academic Purposes 7
 The School of English as a Second Language is an
exciting place to study. Watch the video below to hear
from some of our students and graduates.

"Some of my best memories are of my

time studying at George Brown College.
From the faculty to the learning
environment, my time there was more
than I could ever have expected. George
Brown taught me that I could succeed as
a student, a contributor and a
professional. The knowledge and skills I learned will last
me a lifetime."
Wei Zhang (Graduate 2011, ESL Level 8; Graduate
2012, International Business Management)
Customer Service Executive, KVB Kunlun Canada Inc.

CONTACT US
Call the International Centre at 416-415-5000, ext. 2115
or Entry Advising Services at 416-415-5000, ext. 2949
Email: international@georgebrown.ca or
esl@georgebrown.ca.
Fax: 416-415-2120
For more information about George Brown College, call the
Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or
long distance 1-800-265-2002.

VISIT OUR CAMPUS

Take our virtual tour3 to see our state-of-the-art facilities in
downtown Toronto.

LINKS REFERENCE
1
http://www.georgebrown.ca/international/futurestudents/tuitionfees/
2
http://www.georgebrown.ca/esl/eap-keydates.aspx
3
http://vt.georgebrown.ca/preparatory-liberal-studies/

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 completion of, a
George Brown College program.