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Course Description

This program takes a communicative approach in developing fluency and functional language skills.  Students will work individually or with classmates in an active classroom setting.  Students are expected to play active roles in classes.  There are 4-week and 5-week formats.

Courses:

  • General English communication skills
  • Literature Circle discussion groups
  • Pronunciation
  • Vocabulary/Idioms (5-week format only)

Optional courses available to enrol in with ESL 101:

Please see Admission, Payment and Refunds for information on admission, payment options and refunds.

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Registration Process

English Language Program Registration Process

Prerequisites

Students must be 18 years of age or older.*

*If you are 17 and have completed high school, please contact the English Language Program.

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Type
Class
Days
T, W, Th, F, M
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
May 20, 2025 to Jun 20, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Hours
120.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $2,100.00 Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes
The 2025 Spring Intensive Program includes the following courses: General English Communication, Literature Circle, and Pronunciation. Vocabulary/Idioms is not included.
Type
Class
Days
T, W, Th, F, M
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
May 20, 2025 to Jun 20, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
120.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $150.00 Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes

Spring 2025 Explore Bursary Course (ESL 101 - 105)
This course is limited to Canadian and permanent resident part-time and full-time students who have been awarded the Council of Ministers of Education Canada (CMEC) EXPLORE bursary for 2025. In addition to the approved bursary, all EXPLORE students must pay $425 at the time of registration. This includes a mandatory $275 application fee and a $150 deposit. For more information about the EXPLORE Bursary, please visit englishfrench.ca.

Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Jun 23, 2025 to Jul 25, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
120.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $150.00 Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes

Summer (I) 2025 Explore Bursary Course (ESL 101 - 099)
This course is limited to Canadian and permanent resident part-time and full-time students who have been awarded the Council of Ministers of Education Canada (CMEC) EXPLORE bursary for 2025. In addition to the approved bursary, all EXPLORE students must pay $425 at the time of registration. This includes a mandatory $275 application fee and a $150 deposit. For more information about the EXPLORE Bursary, please visit englishfrench.ca.

Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Jun 30, 2025 to Jul 25, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Hours
100.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $1,950.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Jul 28, 2025 to Aug 29, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
120.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $150.00 Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes

Summer (I) 2025 Explore Bursary Course (ESL 101 - 100)
This course is limited to Canadian and permanent resident part-time and full-time students who have been awarded the Council of Ministers of Education Canada (CMEC) EXPLORE bursary for 2025. In addition to the approved bursary, all EXPLORE students must pay $425 at the time of registration. This includes a mandatory $275 application fee and a $150 deposit. For more information about the EXPLORE Bursary, please visit englishfrench.ca.

Type
Class
Days
T, W, Th, F, M
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Aug 05, 2025 to Aug 29, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
100.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $1,950.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Jan 12, 2026 to Feb 06, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
100.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $1,950.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes

This course is scheduled for 4 weeks.

Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Jan 12, 2026 to Feb 13, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
120.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $2,100.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes
This program is scheduled for 5 weeks.
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Feb 09, 2026 to Mar 13, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
120.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $2,100.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes
This program is scheduled for 5 weeks.
Type
Class
Days
T, W, Th, F, M
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Feb 17, 2026 to Mar 13, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Hours
100.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $1,950.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes
This course is scheduled for 4 weeks.
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
May 11, 2026 to Jun 12, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
120.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $2,100.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes
Note: Program dates are tentative and subject to change. Please check esl.ucalgary.ca for the latest information. 
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Jun 29, 2026 to Jul 24, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
100.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $1,950.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes
Note: Program dates are tentative and subject to change. Please check esl.ucalgary.ca for the latest information. 
Type
Class
Days
T, W, Th, F, M
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Aug 04, 2026 to Aug 28, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
100.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $1,950.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes
Note: Program dates and fee are tentative and subject to change. Please check esl.ucalgary.ca for the latest information. 
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Jan 11, 2027 to Feb 05, 2027
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
100.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $1,950.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes

This program is scheduled for 4 weeks.

Note: Program dates and fee are tentative and subject to change. Please check esl.ucalgary.ca for the latest information. 

Type
Class
Days
T, W, Th, F, M
Time
9:00AM to 3:30PM
Dates
Feb 16, 2027 to Mar 12, 2027
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
100.0
Campus
Delivery Options
Class  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $1,950.00 or $200.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Reading List / Textbook
Textbooks included
Section Notes

This program is scheduled for 4 weeks.

Note: Program dates and fee are tentative and subject to change. Please check esl.ucalgary.ca for the latest information. 

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