Program: English for University

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Academic Advantages at Trent-ESL

  • Complete ESL and jump start your degree program in two to four terms
  • Five levels under the Trent-ESL umbrella – three foundational ESL levels and two Academic English courses for undergraduate credit towards your degree
  • Academic English language focus on writing, reading, listening, speaking, pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary development
  • Academic skills development in research, documentation, critical analysis, presentation skills, and seminar success
  • Trent-ESL graduation certificate on completion of the program
  • Trent-ESL is a Languages Canada accredited program that assures the highest quality of English language education
  • No TOEFL or IELTS scores required for admission to Trent-ESL below Level 3.

Combine ESL + Credit Study – Trent is the only ESL program in Canada where students can earn up to three full credits towards their undergraduate degree while studying ESL

  • Conditional admission pathway to Trent University
  • Top two levels of ESL – Academic English 1 and Academic English 2 – are now each worth one full credit towards your degree at Trent
  • 18-24 hours English for University + credit course study each week
  • Students allowed to take up to two, half-credit courses in the top two ESL levels
  • Small, dedicated classes
  • Academic support from start to finish

For direct admission to ESL Level 3:

  • IELTS: 5.0 overall, with a 5.0 in writing
  • TOEFL IBT: 60
  • TOEFL PBT: 500
  • CAEL 37.5 - 45
  • DUOLINGO: 85

For direct admission to Academic English 1 worth one full undergraduate credit:

  • IELTS: 5.5 overall, with a 5.5 in writing
  • TOEFL IBT: 70
  • TOEFL PBT: 525
  • CAEL 47.5 - 52.5
  • DUOLINGO: 95

For direct admission to Academic English 2 worth one full undergraduate credit:

  • IELTS: 6.0 overall, with a 6.0 in writing
  • TOEFL IBT: 80
  • TOEFL PBT: 550
  • CAEL 55 - 59
  • DUOLINGO: 105

Start studying English in September, January, April, and June (4 intakes!).

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