ESL: English for University
Trent is the only university in Canada where ESL courses count as credit towards your degree. Save time and money, and enjoy the full university experience while building the language skills to support your studies at Trent. Through ESL at Trent you can earn up to three full undergraduate credits. Trent’s small, dedicated classes and academic supports make it easier to connect with community, while you expand your English writing, reading, pronunciation, and vocabulary abilities. Students admitted to Trent who don’t meet the minimum English proficiency requirements receive conditional admission to the academic program of their choice. Successful completion of this English language and academic skills pathway guarantees you a place in your chosen academic program with no further IELTS or TOEFL testing required.
Degrees Offered:
- Certificate
Locations:
- Durham GTA
- Peterborough
Resume Boosters:
- An average class size of 14 students means you receive exceptional personalized attention
- In the top two levels of ESL - Academic English 1 and Academic English 2 - you earn one full undergraduate credit per course and can also take up to two 1/2 credit (.5) courses towards your degree
- Academic English courses prepare students for all degree programs with discipline, specific assignments and vocabulary
- Dedicated support staff and orientation programs are available to you to help you succeed in your studies
- Flexible programming with four start times each year (September, January, April, and June)
- Can graduate Trent-ESL with only 17 credits to go to complete your Honours Degree

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