Pre-Sessional English for Higher Education in Canada

Gain access to higher education in Canada without the need for IELTS or TOEFL. Through our Online University Pathway Program (Pre-Sessional English course) you can progress into post-secondary study at a range of universities and colleges in Canada.

With level progression every 6 weeks and course options to suit your goals, book now to start your journey into a Canadian University.

Join our Pre-Sessional English Demo class on November 19th. Register now.

$215 CAD Per Week

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Why Study Pre-Sessional English?

Develop your understanding and use of English language.
Achieve the core academic skills required for university-level study.
10 hours of live classes per week with 10 hours of guided independent online study.
Progress directly into Canadian post-secondary education.
Receive expert admissions and application support during your course.
Track your progress through weekly assessments and tutor feedback.

Course Information

Our Pre-Sessional English course prepares students for post-secondary study and are customised to the needs of each individual learner and their education goals.

Our students receive personalized study and admissions support, which ensures you can reach your desired higher education institution. We equip you with the English language, tools and study skills to succeed at university.

Our Canadian partner institutions accredit this course, eliminating the need for an entry exam such as IELTS, TOEIC or TOEFL*.

*Please note IELTS scores may be required for certain graduate and post-graduate programs.

If you already know your current English level, check the table below:

	Exit Level Requirement
Current English Level	IELTS 5.5	IELTS 6	IELTS 6.5
IELTS 6	–	–	6 Weeks
IELTS 5.5	–	6 Weeks	12 Weeks
IELTS 5	6 Weeks	12 weeks	18 Weeks
IELTS 4.5	12 Weeks	18 Weeks	24 Weeks
IELTS 4 or less	If your IELTS score is 4.0 or less, you can enrol on our General English Online.

Course Features

6 Week Courses

Course	Start	End
6 Week	30 November 2026	08 January 2027
6 Week	21 December 2026	29 January 2027
6 Week	18 January 2027	26 February 2027
6 Week	22 February 2027	02 April 2027
6 Week	22 March 2027	30 April 2027
6 Week	19 April 2027	28 May 2027
6 Week	17 May 2027	25 June 2027
6 Week	14 June 2027	23 July 2027
6 Week	05 July 2027	13 August 2027
6 Week	26 July 2027	03 September 2027
6 Week	23 August 2027	01 October 2027

12 Week Courses

Course	Start	End
12 Week	07 December 2026	26 February 2027
12 Week	11 January 2027	02 April 2027
12 Week	08 February 2027	30 April 2027
12 Week	08 March 2027	28 May 2027
12 Week	05 April 2027	25 June 2027
12 Week	03 May 2027	23 July 2027
12 Week	24 May 2027	13 August 2027
12 Week	14 June 2027	03 September 2027
12 Week	12 July 2027	01 October 2027

16 Week Courses

Course	Start	End
16 Week	14 December 2026	02 April 2027
16 Week	11 January 2027	30 April 2027
16 Week	08 February 2027	28 May 2027
16 Week	08 March 2027	25 June 2027
16 Week	05 April 2027	23 July 2027
16 Week	26 April 2027	13 August 2027
16 Week	17 May 2027	03 September 2027
16 Week	14 June 2027	01 October 2027

24 Week Courses

Course	Start	End
24 Week	11 January 2027	25 June 2027
24 Week	01 March 2027	13 August 2027
24 Week	19 April 2027	01 October 2027
24 Week	19 April 2027	01 October 2027

You can select the class time that best suits your schedule.
Classes are 2 hours

		Option 1	Option 2	Option 3	Option 4
EUROPE	London	01:15	08:30	11:00	13:30
	Paris	02:15	09:30	12:00	14:30
	Istanbul	03:15	08:30	13:00	15:30
AFRICA	Marrakech	01:15	08:30	11:00	13:30
AFRICA	Cairo	03:15	10:30	13:00	15:30
MIDDLE EAST	Riyadh	03:15	10:30	13:00	15:30
MIDDLE EAST	Tehran	03:45	11:00	13:30	16:00
ASIA	Mumbai	05:45	13:00	15:30	18:00
	Islamabad	05:15	12:30	15:00	17:30
	Shanghai	08:15	15:30	18:00	20:30
	Tokyo	09:15	16:30	19:00	21:30
CANADA	Vancouver	17:15	00:30	03:00	05:30
	Toronto	20:15	03:30	06:00	08:30
	Halifax	21:15	04:30	07:00	09:30
LATAM	Mexico City	18:15	01:30	04:00	06:30
	Lima/Bogota	19:15	02:30	05:00	07:30
	Sao Paulo	21:15	04:30	07:00	09:30

Suggested times in BOLD

2 hour per day of live tutor-led online classes

10 hours per week of guided self-study through interactive exercises and learning materials

Quickly improve your English and increase one study level every 6 weeks.

Course Outcomes

Practice and develop a greater understanding of vocabulary and be able to actively follow listening input and take appropriate lecture notes.

Learn to structure and write opinion based essays on a variety of topics, develop your writing process and strategies to produce coherent text in English.

Demonstrate a thorough reading comprehension using a variety of reading subskills and develop the ability to think critically when responding to a variety of texts.

Increase your ability to express yourself and ideas verbally and improve your presentation skills in English.

Learn to navigate and utilise digital learning tools such as Virtual Learning Campus, Moodle, research and study tools.

Gain the ability to work collaborate with your peers, evaluate one’s work critically and engage actively in academic settings

Study destinations in Canada

Apply directly to our Canadian universities partners and eliminate the requirement for an entry test.

Click here to check the full list of universities.

Course Pricing

$215 CAD per week

Entry Requirements

Based on your required exit level of English, our Admissions Team will help you choose the right course duration. We recommend a 6-week study period for every 1 level increase, which is equivalent to a 0.5 IELTS* score improvement.

If you are unsure, a free Spotlight placement test is available upon registration.

English Language Entry Requirements

Study Level	Course Length	Entry Level	Exit Level
Undergraduate	6 Weeks	IELTS 5.5 *(5.0)	IELTS 6.0 *(5.5)
	12 Weeks	IELTS 5.0 *(4.5)	IELTS 6.0 *(5.5)
	16 Weeks	IELTS 4.5 *(4.0)	IELTS 6.0 *(5.5)
Postgraduate	6 Weeks	IELTS 6.0 *(5.5)	IELTS 6.5 *(5.5)
	12 Weeks	IELTS 5.5 *(5.0)	IELTS 6.5 *(5.5)
	16 Weeks	IELTS 5.0 *(4.5)	IELTS 6.5 *(5.5)

*No component below. *You can also use Oxford ELLT as proof of your English proficiency: www.oxfordellt.com.

Testimonials

I enjoyed the course because our teacher was incredibly patient with us, helping me expand my vocabulary and proper pronunciation. I also gained confidence in speaking and had the chance to participate in interactive activities.

Mary Jane Oboy
2025 Pre-Sessional English Student, Keyin College, Canada

All of my classes were enjoyable, engaging, and covered topics that were applicable to our daily lives. Additionally, the time allotment was ideal.

Raji George Baby
2025 Pre-Sessional English Student, Keyin College, Canada

The teacher engaged us by helping to proceed the course with own life experiences, break out rooms helped to share ideas and discuss the lessons, and it was a highly interactive session.

Lylathul Nishra Rasheed
2025 Pre-Sessional English Student, Keyin College, Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

Once you have applied and paid for your course, you’ll receive a welcome letter telling you we have received your application. Closer to your course start date, you’ll receive a welcome pack from us containing details of your course, class times, assessment criteria and clear technical instructions for how to join your class.