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Foundation of English Pathway Program
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
- Surrey, Canada
- 0.33 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
The English Pathway Program is a KPU English upgrading route for applicants who do not yet meet the undergraduate English requirement.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: no
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Improve English language comprehension
- Spoken interaction and writing for English Pathway Program. Practice relevant language tasks and build confidence for subsequent study or communication.
Career outcomes
- Entry to KPU undergraduate programs
Curriculum
- Three pathway levels of four months each: Level 1 has 12 credits
- Levels 2 and 3 have 9 credits. English upgrading (ENGQ and ELST courses) is combined with up to 12 undergraduate credits depending on test score and level placement.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Applicants who do not meet KPU's undergraduate English proficiency requirement enter by test score into Pathway levels 1 to 3 before undergraduate study.
- Placement by test score or KPU placement
- No minimum GPA.
Accepted academic background
Applicants who do not meet KPU undergraduate English proficiency, High school graduation or equivalent for the target programme.
Language tests
- IELTS 4.5-6.0
- TOEFL iBT 32-80
- Duolingo 65-95
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable).
How to apply
- Check the Pathway to Undergraduate Studies requirements. Apply online and pay the 120 CAD application fee. Submit transcripts and English test results by email. Receive the offer and pay the 5000 CAD non-refundable confirmation deposit
- Applied to tuition. Receive the Letter of Acceptance and apply to IRCC for a study permit. Complete orientation.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $5,371 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $120 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Surrey |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Academic & Career Preparation |
| Department | English Pathway Program |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 10 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | KPU lists international student scholarships (https://www.kpu.ca/international/admissions/intlscholarshipstudents). |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Mar 2027
107 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.33 years.
The next deadline is 1 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $5,371 CAD per year. The application fee is $120 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 4.5-6.0, TOEFL iBT 32-80, Duolingo 65-95.