Tuesday, Feb. 4, 6:30am — Camosun’s campuses are CLOSED on Feb. 4 due to heavy snowfall and challenging road conditions being reported throughout the region. All classes and services will be closed for the day.
Students and employees are encouraged to stay warm, keep safe and avoid travel if possible.
Please check the college website (camosun.ca) or follow the college on social media for the latest information:
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Visit the college website for a more in-depth overview of campus closure protocols in the event of adverse weather.
Basic English as a Second Language, Certificate
If English is not your first language, and you want to upgrade your skills, Camosun offers eight levels of English as an Additional Language (formerly ESL) training. We have a course for every learner.
If you are learning English as an international language, this program is for you
Start in September, January, March or May
With our help and support, you’ll become more confident in listening, speaking, reading and writing English. Offering eight levels of English as an Additional Language (formerly ESL) training, Camosun has a course for everyone.
Set yourself on the right path
In this skills-based program, speakers of other languages develop essential English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. This is a unique opportunity with a multicultural student population, authentic language practice, Canadian culture experience, and electives to support the required courses. Domestic and international students can study full and part-time to improve their Englishskills for a variety of goals related to academic study and daily life in an English language setting.
A supportive community
Our instructors are highly qualified and committed to providing a friendly and caring learning experience in an adult environment. We understand the pressures and challenges of learning a new language. Ourscheduling is flexibleto fit your busy life: full-time, part-time, at your own pace; day or evening; The courses run all year round.
Staffed with expert language tutors, Camosun's English Help Centres have multi-media computer labs and a variety of other support services to help you succeed. You’ll be a part of ourcampus communityand meet new friends.
Learn at your level
If you're a beginning, pre-intermediate or intermediate student, you will start withlistening and speaking skillsas well as reading and writing skills in levels 1-5.
If you're a more experienced English language learner, you willtake more advanced courses, either to prepare you for college and university level programs or to gain professional English skills for the Canadian workplace in levels 6-9. EAP
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
Basic English as a Second Languagecourses are for beginning and pre-intermediate students who have a fundamental and developing knowledge of English. Emphasis is on the development of speaking and listening skills with an introduction to reading comprehension and written composition.
For success in these programs, you are encouraged to immerse yourself in English outside your classes, attend regularly, participate in class, and complete homework and assignments.
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to:Student Fees
Financial assistance
ճAdult Upgrading Grant (AUG)covers student fees, deposit, tuition (if applicable), required textbooks and childcare support for eligible students enrolled in 0-level upgrading courses.
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.
ϳԹ is fiercely proud of the excellent quality of its instruction. Our teaching staff are experienced, inspiring and supportive of our students’ individual journeys.
