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Foundation of Pre-ESL and ESL
Toronto Metropolitan University
- Toronto, Canada
- 0.83 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A 40-week pathway of a pre-programme followed by two terms of ESL Foundation for students with the lowest entry scores.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: no
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Build foundational proficiency in Pre-ESL Foundation and ESL Foundation
- Academic communication
- and independent study skills for further education. Suggested learning areas: Specific Purposes)
- Duolingo 65-75.
Career outcomes
- Program Coordinator
- Administrative Officer
- Research Assistant
- Operations Assistant
- Project Assistant
Curriculum
- Forty weeks full-time: an eight-week pre-programme followed by two semesters of ESL Foundation (English for Academic Purposes and Specific Purposes)
- With up to three university degree-credit courses. Entry scores IELTS 4.5
- Duolingo 65-75.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school graduates who meet the academic requirements of a TMU undergraduate programme but not its English minimum
- Entry scores depend on the programme.
Accepted academic background
High school graduates who meet the academic requirements of their chosen TMU undergraduate programme but not the English requirement.
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Passport or identification document
- Completed application form.
How to apply
- Choose an English Language Institute programme that is open and note its start date ( Apply on the ELI apply page and pay the 150 CAD application fee. Meet the programme's entry English score. Apply for a Canadian study permit.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $37,499 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $150 CAD |
| Deposit | $7,500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Downtown Toronto campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | English Language Institute |
| Department | General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 25 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.83 years.
Tuition is $37,499 CAD per year. The application fee is $150 CAD. The deposit is $7,500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.

