Program Overview

Program Overview

Our EAL Intensive program offers full-time and part-time study options to support your academic and career goals.

Program Details

Outcome

Course credits

Length

Varies

Next Start Date

September 2025

Post-Graduate Work Permit

No

What to Expect from the Program

Our courses are designed to help you strengthen your English language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, whether you are preparing for further education or employment. We also offer English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses to support specific academic goals.

Through our blended learning model, you will develop essential digital literacy skills and gain experience studying in an online environment.

The EAL Intensive program at NorQuest College is certified by Languages Canada, a mark of quality and excellence in language education.

Program Objectives

In EAL Intensive, you will learn to:

• Communicate with confidence in a variety of situations
• Improve your pronunciation, speaking fluency, and grammar
• Expand your vocabulary and use of idiomatic language
• Develop reading strategies and effective writing skills
• Build on your digital literacy skills through integrated computer instruction

Career Opportunities

English skills are vital for success and promotion in any job or career in Canada. NorQuest’s EAL Intensive program helps you become better qualified for the workplace. Community Service Learning activities are offered as part of our program to help you make contributions to the community and gain work-related skills while studying.

Important Information for International Students

This program qualifies for a study permit, but does not qualify for a post-graduate work permit in Canada as of November 1, 2024. Learn more about obtaining your study permit and other important immigration information.

Program Delivery Notes

Students taking in-person courses will need access to a laptop and wi-fi connection as some class meetings are held online.