English as an Additional Language

Acquire essential language skills through a variety of interactive activities linked to social, educational, and professional life experiences.

EVERYDAY COMMUNICATION 1 (ALA 1)

Coming soon: September 2025

You will explore topics related to your immediate personal needs. You will learn simple everyday vocabulary alongside simple grammar and syntax. Furthermore, you will identify certain language registers.

EVERYDAY COMMUNICATION 2 (ALA 2)

Coming soon: January 2025

You will explore topics related to familiar situations of daily life. You will learn common everyday vocabulary, as well as some moderately complex grammar and syntax. Additionally, you will recognize certain language registers.

EVERYDAY COMMUNICATION 3 (ALA 3)

You will explore topics related to predictable and less predictable contexts. You will learn abstract, concrete, and some specialized vocabulary in addition to moderately complex grammar and syntax. Moreover, you will adapt communication to use different language registers.

EVERYDAY COMMUNICATION 4 (ALA 4)

You will explore topics related to less predictable contexts. You will learn abstract, concrete, and technical vocabulary along with some complex grammar and syntax. You will also adapt communication to use different language registers.

ALA 1 and ALA 2 end with an in-house skills exam. If you pass this exam, you will be able to register for the next course. ALA 3 and ALA 4 include the Academic version of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic). This standardized exam will serve as proof of your proficiency and is recognized across Canada.

Unsure which course to register for? We accept standardized exam results, or we offer a placement test.

I HAVE STANDARDIZED EXAM RESULTS. WHICH COURSE CAN I TAKE?

1. Click on the name of the exam you took.
2. Compare your results to the recommendation.

Canadian Academic English Language Test (Computer Edition)
Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (Full General Test)
Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test
International English Language Testing System (Academic Version)
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada Program

NOTE: Your standardized exam results cannot be more than two years old. If they are, you will be required to take our placement test.

HOW DO I TAKE YOUR PLACEMENT TEST?

1. Visit the Évaluations langagières webpage at https://pl.ustboniface.ca/.
2. Create an account.
3. Communicate with Continuing Education Division (CED) at dep@ustboniface.ca to confirm:
   a. you are interested in the English as an Additional Language courses;
   b. you have Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status;
   c. you have created an account for the placement test.

4. Once we have granted you access to our test, read all important information about each module.
5. Book an appointment for Module 1.
6. Complete Modules 2 and 3.

To receive a course recommendation before registration closes, you must finish all modules by:

• August 27, 2024, for fall courses;
• December 19, 2024, for winter courses;
• April 29, 2025, for spring/summer courses.

NOTE: USB is a Francophone institution; therefore, all instructions related to the webpage and to the placement test are in French.

Delivery method: hybrid (online and in person)

Duration:

• Three 3.5-hour classes per week (two evening classes online and one evening class in person) and one 7.5-hour class per term (one Saturday class in person).
• One 1-hour tutoring appointment per week.
• Courses run for 13 weeks.

In total, you will spend 144 hours in the classroom and 12 hours in tutoring. You can choose the dates and times of your tutoring appointments.

The cost of the required textbook is not included in your fee.

Each course: $650

If you successfully complete ALA 3 and ALA 4 and if you enroll in a college or university program at USB, you will be eligible for a scholarship! For more information, visit USB’s Scholarships webpage.

TEXTBOOKS

Each course has a required textbook. You can buy yours at the bookstore La Librairie À la Page. Please note the listed prices are subject to change: Catalogue (PDF) (coming soon)

EQUIPMENT

To take part in the online evening classes, you must have:

• a computer or tablet capable of participating in video conferences, running multiple applications simultaneously, and sending and receiving emails;
• a compatible camera, microphone, and headphones;
• a stable and reliable Internet connection.

LEARNING PLATFORM

eCampus is a learning platform where your instructors will share:

• the link to your online classrooms;
• the link to the Tutoring Centre’s booking system;
• all course notes;
• all worksheets;
• all instructions, deadlines, and evaluation rubrics for your homework.

We will create an account for you using the first name, last name, and email address on your registration form. You will receive an email with your username and temporary password between 7 and 10 business days after enrolling in a course.