Program Overview

University Programs

The university offers a range of programs for students, including:

• Secondary School Programs
  • English
  • ESL Credit Courses
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Visual Arts
  • Business & Computer Science
  • Canadian & World Studies
  • Social Science & Humanities
• EAP
• Summer Camp
• English Proficiency
  • IELTS
• Portfolio Preparation
• Professional Tutoring
  • AutoCAD
  • Mandarin
  • Japanese

ESL Credit Courses

The ESL Credit Courses are designed to introduce students to the English language and help them adjust to their new cultural environment. The courses are divided into five levels:

ESLAO – English as a Second Language Level 1, Open

This course builds on students' previous education and language knowledge to introduce the English language and help students adjust to their new cultural environment. Students will use beginning English language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for everyday and essential academic purposes; use basic English language structures and simple sentence patterns in short conversations; read short adapted texts; and write phrases and short sentences.

Prerequisite: None

ESLBO - English as a Second Language Level 2, Open

This course expands students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English for everyday and academic purposes. Students will participate in conversations, in structured situations, on a variety of familiar and new topics; link English sentences to compose paragraphs; read a variety of texts designed or adapted for English language learners; and expand their knowledge of English grammatical structures and sentence patterns.

Prerequisite: ESLAO or equivalent

ESLCO - English as a Second Language Level 3, Open

This course extends students' skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English for a variety of everyday and academic purposes. Students will make short classroom presentations; read a variety of adapted and original texts in English; and write using a variety of forms of text. Students will also expand their academic vocabulary and their study skills to facilitate the transition to the mainstream school program.

Prerequisite: ESLBO or equivalent

ESLDO - English as a Second Language Level 4, Open

This course prepares students to use English with increasing urgency and accuracy in classroom and social situations and to participate in Canadian society as informed citizens. Students will develop the reading, writing, and oral presentation skills required for success in all school subjects. They will study and interpret a variety of grade-level texts; extend listening and speaking skills through participation in discussions and seminars; write narratives, articles, and summaries in English; and respond critically to various print and media texts.

Prerequisite: ESLCO or equivalent

ESLEO - English as a Second Language Level 5, Open

This course provides students with the skills and strategies they need to make the transition to college and university preparation courses in English and other secondary school disciplines. Students will be encouraged to develop independence in a range of academic tasks. They will participate in debates and lead classroom workshops; read and interpret literary works and academic texts; write essays, narratives, and reports; and apply a range of learning strategies and research skills effectively.

Prerequisite: ESLDO or equivalent

About the University

Birmingham International Collegiate of Canada (BICC) is a renowned private high school with credit-granting authority from the Ontario Ministry of Education. The university specializes in a nurturing, inclusive environment for international students, offering diverse courses tailored for University Preparation. At BICC, students are empowered to achieve their academic goals through comprehensive programs and dedicated support.