Students in the ELS program focus on improving their English proficiency for university studies by completing courses focused on Reading/Writing skills and on Listening/Speaking skills. Within these paired skill courses, students work explicitly on vocabulary and grammar. When possible, we offer 3-credit electives that focus on Pronunciation and on Grammar. See chart below for the progression through each level of the ELS program.
Options
- Students can study full or part time.
- Students may take one course at a time or work towards a Diploma.
- Students in the upper two levels may take one or two undergraduate courses from a prescribed list.
- Students may use level 3 ELS courses for full admission to university studies.
Credential-Level Specifications
Important notice:
In order to take an ELST course, students should have at least an intermediate level of English (equivalent to approximately LINC 4/5 or IELTS 4.5).
To qualify for graduation with the Diploma in English Language Proficiency, students must successfully complete the required courses and number of credits (see table below).
| KPU ELS Program | Credential Awarded | Requirements for Credential |
|---|---|---|
| ELST Foundation Level | No credential given. | All of (minimum B- grade in each course): One course from the following (minimum C grade required in each course):
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| ELST Levels 1-3 | English Language Proficiency: Diploma | Level 1 All of (minimum B- grade in each course): One course from the following (minimum C grade required in each course): Level 2 All of (minimum B- grade in each course): Two courses from the following (minimum C grade required in each course):
Level 3 All of (minimum B- grade in each course). Please Note: While a grade of B- satisfies the requirements for the Diploma, a grade of B or higher is needed in ELST 0381 and ELST 0383 to progress into undergraduate studies. Two courses from the following (minimum C grade required in each course): |