English Proficiency
English is the language of instruction at University Canada West and all applicants are required to provide proof of their academic English language proficiency through one of the following methods:
- English Language Instruction
- English Language Test
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Program
If you are applying for an undergraduate program and you are unable to meet the English-language requirement then you may still be considered for admissions through the University Access Program (UAP) or improve your English Proficiency with one of our ESL Pathway Partners.
English Language Instruction
If you have completed your education in an English-speaking country, then you may be able to provide your transcripts/reports as proof of your academic English-language proficiency.
UCW accepts the following achievements as meeting the requirements for admission (without the requirement to take UAP).
- BC English 12 (or equivalency) taken in Canada with a final grade of ‘C’ (or better).
- Graduation from a secondary school attended for four or more consecutive years of full-time study at a school that is located in a country where English is the language of instruction with a final-year average grade of ‘C’ (or better).
- International Baccalaureate English A1/A2 or English Literature and Performance with a final grade of ‘3’ (or better).
- 3-credit academic English course with a final grade of ‘C’ (or better).
- 30-credits of academic post-secondary studies in a country where English is the language of instruction with a CGPA of 2.00 (or better).
However, the admissions department may request further proof of English-language proficiency from applicants if it is noticed that there are English-language errors in your application.
English Language Test
If you have completed your education in a non-English-speaking country, then you may choose to provide proof of successful completion of a standardized English-language proficiency test.
UCW accepts the following tests with the stated scores as meeting the requirements for direct admission to a degree program (without the requirement to take UAP).
However, the Admissions Department may request further proof of English-language proficiency from applicants if the test date is more than two years before the first day of your program start date.
The Language Gallery Canada, a preferred language partner for University Canada West, is launching an online English training program called Online University Pathways Program (Online UPP).
The online English training program includes their University Pathway Program (UPP) so successful students don’t need to take an Academic IELTS or TOEFL exam for admission. The program is designed to prepare students for their academic studies at a Canadian college or university.
Students will need to complete UPP level 6 with a minimum of 80% in course work in order to qualify for direct entry into UCW’s undergraduate degree programs.
New intakes will start every Monday (except statutory holidays) and free arrival tests are available for new students. The latest price can be found here
ESL Pathway Program
If you don’t have the English proficiency for direct entry into our degree programs, you may choose to provide a certificate from one of our ESL Pathway Partners as proof of your English proficiency.
You can apply for admission to UCW once you have acceptance into an ESL pathway program. You will be approved on the condition that you complete your ESL program before you commence your program at UCW.
UCW has partnerships with the following ESL institutions that offer programs that satisfy requirements for admission (without the requirement to take UAP).
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Planeta Immiland Education (PIE)
ESL Pathways
Following is the English proficiency requirement (EPR) for the students to join UCW after completion of the PIE program(s) and from the campuses listed below: PIE Program UCW English Proficiency Requirements Notes Students who successfully complete English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Level 11 and Level 12 Fulfilled Students who achieve 70% or higher from qualifying […]
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International Centre for English Academic Preparation (ICEAP)
ESL Pathways
ICEAP students who complete the following ICEAP programs with the minimum required grade fulfill the English Proficiency requirement (EPR) for admission into the corresponding UCW program(s): ICEAP Program Minimum Required Grade UCW Program General Bridge Course Level 7 Students must have a minimum average of 70% with no individual skill/core mark lower than 65% Associate […]
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Bayswater Education Canada Inc. (BEC)
ESL Pathways
Following is the English proficiency requirement (EPR) for the students to join UCW after completion of the BEC program(s) and from the campuses listed below: BEC Program UCW English Proficiency Requirements Notes University and College Pathway Program, level 9 (C1) Fulfilled Students who achieve 80% or higher from qualifying program fulfill the EPR*. *recommended that […]
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Canadian College of English Language (CCEL)
ESL Pathways
Following is the English proficiency requirement for the students to join UCW after the completion of the University Pathway program(s) at CCEL. CCEL English Course UCW English Proficiency Requirements Notes ENGL 145 English for Academic Purposes 145 Fulfilled Students who successfully pass ENGL 145 with a minimum of 70% have fulfilled EPR. ENGL 140 English […]
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English First (EF)
ESL Pathways
Following is the English proficiency requirement for the students to join UCW after the completion of the University Preparation (UP) and General English programs at EF: EF Program UCW English Proficiency Requirements Note UP Term 3 (C 2.3) Fulfilled Exempt from UAC 030 if student achieves C overall in qualifying program UP Term 2 (C […]
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International Board of Teaching Standards (IBTS)
ESL Pathways
English proficiency requirement for the students to join UCW after completion of the IBTSI program(s) listed below: Address 305-3860, Boul Notre Dame,Laval, QC, Canada
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Centre of English Studies Toronto (CES)
ESL Pathways
Address 112 Elizabeth Street2nd floorToronto, ON M5G 1P5Canada
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EC Canada
ESL Pathways
Completion of Advance (C1) or Pre-advanced(B2+) English programs with a minimum grade of 75%. Address 570 Dunsmuir St. Suite 200Vancouver, BC V6B 1Y1Canada
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ILAC International College (ILACIC)
ESL Pathways
Or Address 4th floor, 920 Yonge St.Toronto, ON, Canada
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