A Great Place For Education
Intermediate English for Post-Secondary Education is an intensive academic preparation program for those who wish to enter a post-secondary institution (college or university) or for those who wish to study academic English.
IEPE has proven to be a valuable stepping stone not only for students who wish to pursue SSLC’s official Pathway program, English for Post-Secondary Education, but also for future IELTS students who are exploring alternative courses as well
SSLC Advantages
- Important Skills training in University specific skills such as speaking, organizing, summarizing and note-taking.
- Academic Learning practice in academic writing, listening, vocabulary and reading.
- Personalized Education with small classes for more individual attention in grammar, communication, reading comprehension and listening skills.
- One-on-one access to experienced and helpful teachers, informative Pathway advisors and knowledgeable academic advisors.
- Monthly school tours and information sessions with a variety of universities and colleges.
- Next Step high-level training and preparation for EPE.
- No IELTS, TOEFL® or any other official English test score needed to gain entry to our partner colleges and universities.
Weekly Topics/Curriculum
Module 1:
Academic Vocabulary / Conjunctions
Summarizing skills
Paragraph writing
Essay writing
Note-taking skills.
Module 2:
Academic Vocabulary / Transitions
Identifying Main ideas, support and examples
Essay styles
Research methods
Plagiarism
Module 3:
Academic Vocabulary / Transitions
Essay outlines
Research papers
Computer skills
Academic writing
Admission Requirements
Students must have either:
- TOEFL iTB® 45-46
- TOEIC® 550
- IELTS 4.5 overall (with writing 4.5)
- Completed SSLC Level 3
- Any recognized International English language equivalency test score or a pass on our Entrance Exam.
An interview and essay are required.
Program Details
Locations: Vancouver & Toronto
Duration:4-weeks, 8-weeks, and 12-weeks
Hours: 26.5 hours per week
Schedule: Monday to Thursday – 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Schedule: Friday 9:00am to 2:30pm
Class Size: 15 Students
Program Type: Certificate
Start Dates: Please Contact Us
Future Opportunities
SKILLS LEARNED
Excel in everyday business communication and develop a foundation for further studies and career advancement.
- Grammar – 50%
- Vocabulary – 100%
- Leadership – 75%
- Creativity – 50%
- Listening – 100%
- Speaking – 75%
- Critical Thinking – 100%
- Writing – 100%
- Presentation- 100%