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Foundation of English for Academic Purposes

Thompson Rivers University

  • Kamloops, Canada
  • 0.33 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Foundation

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Thompson Rivers University campus

About the program

One-year certificate in three levels that prepares students for university-level study in English.

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 understanding of English for Academic Purposes
  • Improve academic communication and research skills
  • And prepare for further study.

Career outcomes

  • Further study in university-level courses

Curriculum

  • Three semesters
  • Each with Academic Discussion Skills plus either Scholarship or both Reading and Writing courses. Level 3 courses are equivalent to English 12. Graduation needs at least 65% in each required course. Levels 2 and 3 may add one approved academic course.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Secondary school completion
  • Minimum age 17
  • Level placed by TRU English test or accepted test score.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completion, Minimum age 17, Level placed by English test (EAP Level 3 up to Level 5 then academic entry).

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic transcripts
  • Passport or identification document
  • Completed application form.

How to apply

  1. Check the EAP level placement and the international deadlines (January intake Oct 1
  2. May Feb 1
  3. September May . Apply online through EducationPlannerBC at apply. Educationplannerbc. Ca/tru. The 100 CAD application fee is paid by credit card. Send English test scores one month before arrival. Students without scores take the placement test on arrival. Receive the offer and pay the tuition deposit stated in the offer letter. A valid study permit and medical insurance are required to study.

Other costs

Tuition per year$18,428 CAD
Application fee$100 CAD
Deposit$3,700 CAD

Program details

CampusKamloops
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Student Development
DepartmentEnglish as a Second Language and Academic Preparation
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value10
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay0
Scholarship note_

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Applications closed

    1 Nov 2026

    Closed
  • Program starts

    May 2027

    Apply by

    1 Feb 2027

    79 days left
  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 0.33 years.