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Foundation of English as a Second Language Bridge
- Peterborough, Canada
- 0.17 years
- English
- Hybrid
- Foundation
About the program
Eight-level English language programme at the Sutherland Campus that prepares students for study at Fleming.
What you will learn
- Apply core concepts and methods from English as a Second Language Bridge to analyse relevant problems
- Communicate findings
- And develop subject-specific professional skills.
Career outcomes
- Further study: direct entry to most Fleming College post-secondary programmes after Level 8
- Subject to programme requirements
Curriculum
- Eight levels
- Each lasting eight weeks. Every level has four courses: core skills
- Communication and culture
- Listening and speaking
- And Canadian experiences. Skills progress in reading
- Academic writing
- Speaking
- Listening
- Vocabulary and pronunciation. Entry level is set by a placement test or by IELTS
- TOEFL or Duolingo scores.
Entry requirements
Academic
- No academic prerequisite published
- Placement test on campus or a recent IELTS
- TOEFL or Duolingo score places students in Level 1 to 8.
Accepted academic background
No academic prerequisite published, Placement test on campus or IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo score for placement (level 1 to 8).
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results.
How to apply
- Check start dates and the placement process on the programme page. Apply through the International Application or a Fleming-approved agent and pay the 100 CAD application fee. Upload identification and academic documents
- Take the on-campus ELB placement test or provide a recent IELTS
- TOEFL or Duolingo score for placement. Receive the offer
- Accept it in the portal and pay the fees stated in the offer letter. Apply for the study permit with the Letter of Acceptance. Follow the arrival emails on housing and airport pickup.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $3,082 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Sutherland Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of General Arts and Sciences |
| Department | Department of English as a Second Language Bridge |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 5 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | entry scholarships for international students (https://flemingcollege. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
November 2026
Applications closed
15 Aug 2026
ClosedProgram starts
January 2027
Applications closed
15 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
March 2027
Apply by
15 Dec 2026
32 days leftProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
94 days leftProgram starts
June 2027
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
122 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.17 years.
The next deadline is 15 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $3,082 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $18,240 CAD.

