Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language: Fees & Entry Requirements at University of Alberta, Canada

Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language

Canada

What will I learn?

The purpose of the program is to provide people interested in teaching English as a second language (ESL) with the appropriate theoretical background and practical experience to teach English in Canada and overseas. Our students include experienced teachers and individuals new to adult ESL. Students may enroll full time or part time. Those students who begin in September and attend full time may complete the program in approximately 8 months. A total of four years are allowed to complete the program. Students are strongly recommended to volunteer at an ESL program while registered in the program. Students must register at least once each September to August period to keep their programs active.

Study options

Full Time (8 Months)

Tuition fees
CAD$32,644.00 (19,79,744) per year
Books, Supplies and Instruments - 1200.00

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

May 2027

Venue

North Campus

116 St. and 85 Ave.,

Edmonton,

Alberta,

T6G 2R3, Prairie Provinces, Canada

Full Time (8 Months)

Tuition fees
CAD$32,644.00 (19,79,744) per year
Books, Supplies and Instruments - 1200.00

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

North Campus

116 St. and 85 Ave.,

Edmonton,

Alberta,

T6G 2R3, Prairie Provinces, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

All undergraduate applicants, regardless of citizenship status, are required to fulfill language proficiency requirements. The University of Alberta language proficiency policies exist to ensure students have the requisite skills to succeed in the university learning environment. Fulfillment of the listed requirements does not guarantee admission. The University of Alberta reserves the right to use discretion in determining language proficiency. In some cases, additional English language testing, conducted by the Faculty of Extension, may be required. English is the primary language of instruction and communication for all programs at the University of Alberta (excluding our French-language Campus Saint-Jean). All undergraduate applicants to English-speaking and bilingual programs need an adequate level of English Language Proficiency prior to admission regardless of citizenship status or country of origin.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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