Learn more about the academic programs we are delivering in Winter 2025. If you have any questions about part-time studies, please contact us.
Develop and strengthen your writing skills through Seneca's ESL Writing courses. These courses focus on developing academic writing skills. There are four levels, from basic to advanced. The first two levels focus on building a solid foundation of grammar and refining paragraph writing skills. Level three and four focus on the academic essay and the expression of critical thinking skills.
Get started by registering for an English Assessment (ELL100) to ensure correct level placement.
Seneca's ESL Pathways recognize achievements with proficiency Microcredentials (Recognition of Achievements). Successful completion of ESL934 allows students to enrol in Communicating Across Contexts (COM101) or Communicating Across Contexts Enriched (COM111).
Students are required to complete an assessment for the ESL courses listed in this package. There is a non-refundable/non-transferable assessment fee of $45.00. The assessment identifies the appropriate course and level of study.
Part-time Studies courses are being offered in either of the following four formats: Online, Flexible, In-person, Hybrid. Click Availability below to see current offerings.
This course covers the grammar and mechanics of compound and complex sentence structures enabling students to develop the skills needed to communicate their ideas in clearly written and well organized paragraphs. Students also learn to identify main ideas of simple articles and readings through summarizing and paraphrasing activities.
In this course, students will focus on the structure of a well-developed paragraph to clearly communicate their ideas. Instruction in sentence structure, grammar and mechanics helps students develop key writing skills. Self-editing, summarizing and paraphrasing are also taught to prepare for further academic writing.
In this course, students will review paragraph development and move towards a five paragraph essay. The focus will be on prewriting activities, the essay outline, development of a strong thesis statement, supporting paragraphs with clear topic sentences, appropriate support and details, and an effective conclusion. Grammar instruction will be included to enable students to identify errors and edit accordingly. Critical thinking skills will be developed through analysis of readings, summaries and group discussions.
In this course, students will review and refine the structure of an academic essay. Fundamental writing skills and strategies will be taught and practiced through reading and writing activities that foster critical thinking, vocabulary building and the expression of ideas in an effective and concise manner.
Please note: Successful completion of ESL934 provides direct entry to COM101, Seneca's core communications course for certificate and diploma programs. ESL934 is also generally accepted to a Grade 12 equivalent for entry purposes into programs at Seneca Polytechnic.
English as a Second Language courses are offered in Classroom format.
The classroom format offers the student an interactive classroom experience, the discipline of a regular weekly or bi-weekly meeting, and a regular schedule of assignments.
Peggy Luk
Program Assistant
Peggy.Luk@senecapolytechnic.ca
437-312-1121
Rosemare Mariaseelan
Academic Program Manager
Rosemare.Mariaseelan@senecapolytechnic.ca
416-764-9890