Humber’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) certificate program is an intensive, full-time academic pathway program. The curriculum is geared toward non-native speakers of English who want to improve their language competence and fluency in writing, communication and critical thinking skills for entry into most college diploma, degree and graduate certificate programs or for further professional development.  The program focuses on communicative academic English and integrates listening and reading (receptive skills) and speaking and writing (productive skills), together with in-person and virtual classroom interaction and mediation language activities and strategies, to support students in achieving their language goals. You will benefit from innovative language study skills and accessible individual tutoring support.

The program consists of: 

• eight levels that each run for seven weeks. The length of study will be based on the assigned entry level which is determined by the English proficiency test results. For placement level information, visit here.
• 20 hours per week of in-class and online instruction (blended learning)
• additional hours every week practising and strengthening your skills by completing computer assisted language learning (CALL) activities including additional reading activities, vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and digital literacy skills, under the guidance of a Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) certified lab co-ordinator

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

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. Our college community guides your transition into your future academic study at Humber.   

This program is supported by an advisory committee which provides regular review of our curriculum and input that guides curriculum improvements. This committee helps us ensure our program is always on the forefront of post-secondary and industry developments. 

Students who are placed into Levels 7 and 8 will be given the option to study at the North campus, Lakeshore Campus or completely online dependent on enrolment and availability.

Courses

Admission Requirements

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

Equipment & Device Requirements

All Semesters

Additional Costs

Approximately $60 - textbooks (for one 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.