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English for Academic Purposes (EAP)


Ontario College Certificate


Program Code: 09371

Campus: Lakeshore

Length: 8 weeks

Humber’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) certificate program is an intensive, full-time academic pathway program. The program integrates reading, writing, listening and speaking skills with an academic focus. You will also benefit from study skills and individual tutoring support. The curriculum is geared toward non-native speakers of English who want to improve their writing, communication and critical thinking skills for entry into college diploma, degree and graduate certificate programs or for further professional development. 

It consists of: 

  • 18 hours per week of in-class instruction 
  • additional hours every week completing individual and collaborative digitally-enabled learning and extensive reading activities under the guidance of a Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) certified lab co-ordinator 

Our faculty are dedicated professionals who have been teaching, publishing and working in the English as a Second Language ESL/EAP field for many years. They all hold graduate credentials including solid training in ESL/EAP teaching. 

Improving your language skills in the EAP program has the additional benefit of allowing you to become familiar with Humber faculty, staff, administration and campus life. The Humber community guides your transition into your future academic study at Humber. 

Our advisory committee provides regular review of and input into our curriculum, ensuring our program is always on the cutting edge of post-secondary and  industry developments.

Courses

No courses available

Admission Requirements

Applicants must meet all the requirements below in order to meet minimum program eligibility. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission. Admission decisions will be available via MyHumber, or by email and mail. Admission decisions will not be released by phone.

Admission selection is based on the following requirements:

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    Academic

    • As a program geared towards providing students with the necessary academic English skills to succeed in furthering their studies at Humber and abroad, all students who apply to the EAP program must provide an English Language Placement test result from an approved list in order to determine the starting level of study. The list of approved English Language Placement tests can be found here
    • Domestic applicants who are under the age of 19 must possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
    • It is recommended that students have a minimum high-beginner level of English knowledge
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    Mature Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

    College Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

    University Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

How to Apply

Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.

International Academic Equivalency

Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.

Post-Admission Requirements

Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).

Student Visa

Applicants requiring student visas should plan for a minimum of six months lead time before classes begin.

Fees

Domestic Fees by Semester

Semester 1 2022-23 Fees
Tuition $1351.42
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $340.4
Compulsory Student Union Fee $64
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $104.22
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20
Program Ancillary Fee $0
Co-op/Placement $0
Total 1880.04
Semester 2 2022-23 Fees
Tuition $1351.42
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $340.4
Compulsory Student Union Fee $64
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $104.22
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20
Program Ancillary Fee $0
Co-op/Placement $0
Total 1880.04

International Fees by Semester

Level 1 2022-23 Fees
Tuition $3,156.19
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $170.20
Compulsory Student Union Fee $32.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $52.11
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $10.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Mandatory Health Insurance $70.00
Total $3490.5

Equipment & Device Requirements

All Semesters

Details and Specifications Minimum Specs Recommended Specs
Processor Intel i5 Intel i7 (Quad 4 or higher)
OS Windows 10 (PC)
OS 10.15 (Mac)
Windows 10 (PC)
OS 10.15 (Mac)
Memory 8GB of RAM Expandable to 16 GB
Storage 250 GB storage space Solid State Drive (SSD) preferable
Monitor Minimum 13 inch screen 15 inch screen
Other USB3 ports, Wireless 802.11 b/g/n/ac Built-in Ethernet port and a USBc port

Additional Costs

Textbook costs - approximately $60 per semester.

Pathways

Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.

Contact Information

Humber English Language Centre (ELC)
Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences
elc@humber.ca

Admissions Questions

Domestic Students

416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca

International Students

Contact the International Centre

international.humber.ca/contact

1-416-675-5067

Every attempt is made to ensure that information contained on this website is current and accurate. Humber reserves the right to correct any error or omission, modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable or campus location at any time without prior notice or liability to users or any other Person.

Select information only is included in this printable PDF. For complete program details, refer to humber.ca/programs.

Print/Download Date: March 28, 2024