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Wilfrid Laurier International College

Brantford , Ontario ,Canada

Academic Transition Pathway ATP III

The Academic Transition Pathway (ATP) program at Wilfrid Laurier International College is designed to provide you with the skills and support needed to excel in your chosen degree program at Wilfrid Laurier University.

This program serves as your bridge to academic success, helping you meet your language and academic goals. Operated by WLIC in Brantford, Ont., it offers a comprehensive pathway to ensure your readiness for the academic challenges ahead

Intakes

  • Jan
  • May
  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

At Laurier, we are committed to supporting our staff and faculty with benefits and perks that contribute to their health and well-being, and personal and professional development opportunities. 

Our benefits and perks programs touch on a wide range of areas that promote a healthy work-life balance and provide our faculty and staff with the resources to thrive.

Explore: 

  • benefits and pension programs
  • wellness programs
  • perks
  • professional development opportunities

PSW Opportunity

Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.

Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.

Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.

Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.

Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.

Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
The language of instruction at WLIC is English. Before being granted admission into a program at WLIC, you must demonstrate a suitable level of English proficiency. This can be done by obtaining one of the results shown in the table below. Individual band scores apply.
 
Direct Entry
If you meet the direct entry English language requirement and meet the relevant academic requirements for your country, you will be eligible for direct entry to Foundation (UTP Stage I) or International Year One (UTP II). Direct entry includes a non-credit support course called Introduction to our Learning Community (ILC101). This program is designed to be completed in three terms.
 
Integrated Entry
If you meet the integrated entry English language requirement and the relevant academic requirements for your country, you will begin Foundation (UTP Stage I) or International Year One (UTP II) and will take Introduction to our Learning Community (ILC101), two academic courses and two required integrated tutorials to support your academic courses in your first term of study. This program is designed to be completed in three terms.
 
English Language Qualification* Direct** Integrated
 
IELTS IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than, 5.0 IELTS 5.0 with no band lower than 4.5
 
TOEFL iBT Overall 46 with minimum 14 in Writing and Speaking, Overall 35 with minimum 12 in Writing and Speaking
 
Cambridge English B2 First or C1 Advanced with a minimum score of 162 with no grade lower than 154, B2 First with a minimum score of 154 with no grade lower than 147
 
Duolingo 95, 85
 
International Baccalaureate (IB) English IB English Level 3, IB English Level 2
Pearson Test of English (PTE) PTE overall 46, no band below 42, PTE overall 38, no band below 34
Pearson Versant English Test (PVT) PVT overall 50, PVT overall 46

  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
  • Duration: 03 Month  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 9986 CAD
    Average Cost of Living: 22895 CAD /year
    Application Fee: 125 CAD
This Institution is not directly represented by us and applications / visa support (to them) attract a nominal charge