English Language Proficiency: Diploma
Description
The English Language Studies Department offers academic English classes for students of English as an additional language. This diploma program provides full or part-time intensive English language study for students whose first language is not English and who intend to enrol in university studies or career and professional programs.
There are four levels of study:
- Foundation Level (intermediate),
- Level 1 (upper intermediate),
- Level 2 (lower advanced), and
- Level 3 (advanced).
The program consists of the required courses (reading, writing, listening and speaking) plus electives. At Level 2, students may begin enrolling in limited university studies or career and professional courses.
Courses in this diploma program are also open to non-program students. Please see the ELST courses section in the online calendar for descriptions.
Program Admission Requirements
General university admission requirements apply to this program including the university preparatory-level English Proficiency Requirement. English requirements for each level are noted below:
Foundation Level Admission:
Admission to the Foundation Level of the ELST Diploma can be achieved through one of the following English proficiency requirements:
- TOEFL iBT: 32 (with writing 12; listening 6; speaking 6); or
- IELTS: 4.5 (with no sub-score less than 4.0); or
- KIST (Kwantlen speaking and listening test): 25, and Accuplacer: 78, and Kwantlen ESL writing band: 3
Level 1 Admission:
Admission to Level 1 of the ELST Diploma can be achieved through one of the following English proficiency requirements:
- TOEFL iBT: 45 (with writing 15; speaking 11; listening 11); or
- IELTS: 5.0 (with no sub-score less than 4.5); or
- KIST (Kwantlen speaking and listening test): 30, and Accuplacer: 88, and Kwantlen ESL writing band: 4
Level 2 Admission:
Admission to Level 2 of the ELST Diploma can be achieved through one of the following English proficiency requirements:
- TOEFL iBT: 61 (with writing 18; listening 15; speaking 15); or
- IELTS: 5.5 (with no sub-score less than 5.0); or
- KIST (Kwantlen speaking and listening test): 35, and Accuplacer: 98, and Kwantlen ESL writing band: 5
Level 3 Admission:
Admission to Level 3 of the ELST Diploma can be achieved through one of the following English proficiency requirements:
- TOEFL iBT: 79 (with writing 21; listening 19; speaking 19); or
- IELTS: 6.0 (with no sub-score less than 5.5); or
- KIST (Kwantlen speaking and listening test): 40, and Accuplacer: 108, and Kwantlen ESL writing band: 6
All applicants must provide test results prior to admission so Kwantlen can confirm you are eligible to take courses at Kwantlen. Placement tests provide students with the prerequisite scores for correct placement in the program. Applicants must have the necessary prerequisites to enrol in courses.
Program Requirements
Students starting the ELST program in courses above the Foundation level should contact the Educational Advisor for the Faculty of Academic & Career Advancement for further information regarding program and graduation requirements.
Students are required to complete 60 credits according to the following program requirements:
Foundation Level
All of (minimum B- grade required in each course): |
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| ELST 0041 | Foundations Level-Reading and Writing | 6 credits | |
| ELST 0043 | Foundation Level-Listening and Speaking | 6 credits | |
One course from the following (minimum C grade required in each course): |
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| ELST 0061 | Intermediate Pronunciation | 3 credits | |
| ELST 0064 | An Introduction to Canada | 3 credits | |
(A Citation may be obtained upon completion of these courses).
Level 1
All of (minimum B- grade required in each course): |
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| ELST 0181 | English for Academic Purposes - Level 1 | 6 credits | |
| ELST 0183 | Academic Listening and Speaking Skills - Level 1 | 6 credits | |
One course from the following (minimum C grade required): |
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| ELST 0061 | Intermediate Pronunciation | 3 credits | |
| ELST 0064 | An Introduction to Canada | 3 credits | |
| ELST 0162 | Grammar 1 | 3 credits | |
Level 2
All of (minimum B- grade required in each course): |
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| ELST 0281 | English for Academic Purposes - Level 2 | 6 credits | |
| ELST 0283 | Academic Listening and Speaking Skills - Level 2 | 3 credits | |
Two courses from the following (minimum C grade required in each course): |
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| One university level course | 3 credits | ||
| ELST 0261 | Advanced Pronunciation | 3 credits | |
| ELST 0262 | Grammar II | 3 credits | |
Level 3
All of (minimum B- grade required in each course): |
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| ELST 0381 | English for Academic Purposes - Level 3 | 6 credits | |
| ELST 0383 | Academic Listening and Speaking Skills - Level 3 | 3 credits | |
Two courses from the following (minimum C grade required in each course): |
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| Up to 2 university level courses | 3 or 6 credits | ||
| ELST 0261 | Advanced Pronunciation | 3 credits | |
| ELST 0262 | Grammar II | 3 credits | |
Note: A minimum B grade is required in each ELST 0381 and 0383 to use as prerequisites to ENGL 1100.
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to receive a Diploma in English Language Proficiency.
Upon successful completion of the Foundation Level, students are eligible to receive a Citation in English Language Proficiency.
