EPPC

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This course is for:

  • Those above the age of 16 who would like to improve their general English communication skills for travel, study or personal interest

  • Those who have an interest in improving their cross-cultural and intercultural communication skills

  • Undergraduate and graduate students who are studying English in their home country

  • Those who work in an English environment and/or would like to improve their general English skills

  • Those who would like to learn more about Anglophone Canadian culture

  • International Students, Landed Immigrants, New Canadians and Francophone Canadians

Course Objectives

The goal of the EPPC program is to prepare students to read, write, speak and listen to English well enough to succeed in environments where English is used as the medium of communication. During the program students may participate in the following activities depending on the needs and interests of the class:

  • Discussing current events

  • Listening to guest speakers and classmates

  • Meeting and/or interviewing Canadians and classmates from around the world

  • Practicing for examinations like the TOEIC and TOEFL tests

  • Giving individual and/or group oral presentations and practicing other speaking skills

  • Learning and practicing new vocabulary

  • Learning and practicing slang and idioms

  • Listening to audio-and videotapes

  • Improving pronunciation and use of grammar

  • Learning about and experiencing Canadian culture

  • Participating in organized excursions

The EPPC program focuses on helping students develop stronger listening and speaking skills, as well as improving their reading, writing and use of English grammar and structure.

Note: Although this course will help you improve your English skills for professional interaction, this is not a Business English course.

Special Features

  • Year-round courses offered in 8 week sessions

  • An intensive program of 25 hours per week supplemented by individual and group tutorials and our Conversation Partner Program , as available

  • Six different levels of instruction according to individual needs

  • Academic and cultural orientation at the beginning of the semester

  • Small classes: average class size 15-16, maximum 18

  • Full university facilities including libraries, book store, health clinic and computer laboratories

  • Access to Saint Mary's world class recreational facilities including fitness centre, health club, courts, etc.

  • Full-time International Student Advisor and Department of Student Services

 

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