Two EAP students sitting together in a student lounge at the Barrie Campus while holding a looking at a tablet
Program code
Program Delivery Part-time

Program information

Program description

Levels 1 and 2 of General English as a Second Language (ESLG) are also available.

Intake information

Start dateCampus
Fall 2025 Barrie
Winter 2026 Barrie
Summer 2026 Barrie

Tuition and fees

What are the admission requirements for the General Arts and Science – English for Academic Purposes program?

admission requirements

What career paths can I take as a graduate of this program??

Your General Arts and Science – English for Academic Purposes certificate gives you many career opportunities

While most students choose English for Academic Purposes (EAP) as a pathway to further studies, some graduates of the program may find employment in occupations requiring English language proficiency. Graduates may transfer their acquired English language skills to career advancement and opportunities in other countries.

What courses are included in the General Arts and Science – English for Academic Purposes certificate program?

Course overview

20 Program Courses
3 Program Option Courses – 6 credits selected from 2 streams (3 or 4 courses)

Program-specific courses

Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the General Arts and Science – English for Academic Purposes program outline.

  • EAPC 1300 – Writing and Grammar 3
  • EAPC 1301 – Speaking and Listening 3
  • EAPC 1302 – Reading and Vocabulary 3
  • EAPC 1400 – Writing and Grammar 4
  • EAPC 1401 – Speaking and Listening 4
  • EAPC 1402 – Reading and Vocabulary 4
  • EAPC 1303 – Canadian Culture
  • EAPC 1403 – Introduction to Digital Media

Your course delivery method(s)

In-person and hybrid option

In this program, some courses will provide an option to choose fully in person or fully online. You’ll choose one delivery method, that fits your circumstances, for the duration of the semester.

Please note, delivery methods are based on planning for the upcoming semester and are subject to change.

Dental Assisting students wearing scrubs, safety glasses, masks and latex gloves preparing molds for patient mouth simulators

Dental Assisting (Levels I and II)

Benefit from many professional placement opportunities. This valuable hands-on experience will get you noticed by professionals in the field.

An Early Childhood Educator (ECE) reading to a group of young children in a daycare centre

Early Childhood Education

Enjoy engaging faculty. Experience exciting, project-based classes. Choose a variety of hands-on experiences in the ECE field.

A Practical Nursing student at Georgian College wearing navy blue scrubs and wearing a stethoscope in the nursing simulation lab

Practical Nursing

Caring, committed faculty. More clinical time to build your skills. State-of-the-art facilities. Our students excel on provincial exams!

Student with brown, pinned back hair and a white lab coat preparing to analyze a sample with a microscope

Pre-health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees

Your first step toward further studies in health programs. Develop your employability skills. Be on your way to a career in health care!

Do you have questions about General Arts and Science – English for Academic Purposes? Contact us!

Contact the EAP team to explore your questions about studying at Georgian

Ways to connect

Get to Know Georgian

Attend a virtual information session to learn more about Georgian.
Learn more and RSVP

Campus tours

Take a guided, in-person tour
of our campuses.
Book a campus tour.

One-on-one appointments

Book a phone appointment
with a recruitment specialist.
Connect with a recruiter.

Join our mailing list

Join our email list for event updates, contest information and more.
Sign up for Georgian updates.