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Course Description

An intensive course designed to assist students whose first language is not English in attaining the academic and communication skills necessary for them to become effective, independent participants in graduate studies at an English -language university. Course content is interdisciplinary and focuses on acquiring a practical understanding of and proficiency in approaches to critical thinking, research methodologies, and presentation skills. The course also allows for cultural reflection, facilitating the transitional process, and helping international graduate students to succeed in a North American university setting. Students should have completed EAP 140 or have a minimum score of 69 TOEFL iBT or 6.0 IELTS.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course supports international students entering graduate studies at the University of Alberta.

Entry requirements for this course:

  • Completion of an undergraduate degree

AND

  • Completion of EAP 136 (EXELP 7155) OR achieving one of the following language scores:
    • IELTS Academic score of 6.0
    • TOEFL iBT score of 69
    • Duolingo English Test score of 100 with no band score below 95
  • Note: Eligible candidates may be requested to complete an additional assessment

Notes

Contact elsinfo@ualberta.ca for additional information.

Recommendations

Coursework assignments and assessments reflect the demands of graduate level study. Students will use articles from their own field of study to complete assignments. Completion of EAP 550 fulfills the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirement for many of UAlberta's most popular graduate programs.

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Section Title
EAP 550
Language of Delivery
English
Section Schedule
Sep 03, 2024 to Dec 19, 2024
Type
In Person
Days
T, W, Th, F, M
Time
9:00AM to 12:15PM
Dates
Sep 03, 2024 to Oct 18, 2024
Type
In Person
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 12:15PM
Dates
Oct 28, 2024 to Dec 19, 2024
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
227.5
Delivery Options
In Person  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $4,800.00
Drop Request Deadline
No drop request allowed after enrollment
Transfer Request Deadline
No transfer request allowed after enrollment
Withdrawal Request Deadline
No withdrawal request allowed after enrollment
Reading List / Textbook
  1. Academic Writing for Graduate Students, 3rd Edition
  2. Grammar Choices for Grad. and Professional Writers, 2nd Edition

If purchasing paper copies of textbooks, it is recommended to purchase new or unused copies. Used copies will not include a valid access code for online practice material.

Section Notes
Midterm break is scheduled Oct 21 - 25. No class during these dates.
Section Title
EAP 550
Language of Delivery
English
Section Schedule
Jan 06, 2025 to Apr 24, 2025
Type
In Person
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 12:15PM
Dates
Jan 06, 2025 to Feb 21, 2025
Type
In Person
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 12:15PM
Dates
Mar 03, 2025 to Apr 24, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
230.8
Delivery Options
In Person  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $4,800.00
Drop Request Deadline
No drop request allowed after enrollment
Transfer Request Deadline
No transfer request allowed after enrollment
Withdrawal Request Deadline
No withdrawal request allowed after enrollment
Reading List / Textbook
  1. Academic Writing for Graduate Students, 3rd Edition
  2. Grammar Choices for Grad. and Professional Writers, 2nd Edition

If purchasing paper copies of textbooks, it is recommended to purchase new or unused copies. Used copies will not include a valid access code for online practice material.

Section Notes
Midterm break is scheduled February 24 - 28. No class during these dates.
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