- Take the mandatory placement test to determine your proficiency level.
- Review the courses available at your level.
- Complete the registration form.
English as a Second Language (ESL) courses for staff
Course description by level
Timetable
Spring-Summer 2024
Please note that all courses will be held at a distance for the Summer term. Course registration ends two weeks prior to the start of the course.
Beginner
Course code | Course title | Hours | Total duration | Schedule |
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ESL 1210 – A | Beginner: Introduction to basic French | 30hrs | June 4 to August 8, 2024 (10 weeks) | Tuesday and Thursday 11:30am to 1:00pm |
Elementary
Course code | Course title | Hours | Total duration | Schedule |
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ESL 1212 – A | Elementary: Reading and Writing Skills | 30hrs | June 4 to August 8, 2024 (10 weeks) | Tuesday and Thursday 11:30am to 1:00pm |
Intermediate
Course code | Course title | Hours | Total duration | Schedule |
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ESL 2221 – A | Intermediate: Reading and Writing Skills | 15hrs | June 3 to July 3, 2024 (no class on July 1 – Canada Day) (5 weeks) | Monday and Wednesday 1:00pm to 2:30pm |
ESL 2201 - A | Oral Communication Workshop (intensive) | 12hrs | May 27 to 30, 2024 (4 mornings) | Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 12:00pm |
ESL 2201 - B | Oral Communication Workshop (intensive) | 12hrs | July 8 to 11, 2024 (4 mornings) | Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 12:00pm |
ESL 2201 - C | Oral Communication Workshop (1 workshop per week) | 12hrs | June 6 to July 25, 2024 (8 weeks) | Thursday 1:00pm to 2:30pm |
ESL 3112 - A | Intermediate: Intensive workshop: Participating in a meeting held in your second language (APUO and APTPUO members only) | 10hrs | May 27 to May 31, 2024 (1 week) | Monday to Friday 9:00am to 11:00am |
Intermediate / Advanced
Course code | Course title | Hours | Total duration | Schedule |
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ESL 4013 - A | Bilingual Interdisciplinary Research Discussion Workshops for Language Practice – Science/Health Sciences/Medicine/Engineering (APUO and APTPUO members only) | 4h | May 8 to May 29 2024 (4 weeks) | Wednesday 9:00am to 10:00am |
ESL 4013 - B | Bilingual Interdisciplinary Research Discussion Workshops for Language Practice – Arts/ Humanities/ Social Sciences/ Management/ Law (APUO and APTPUO members only) | 4h | May 8 to May 29 2024 (4 weeks) | Wednesday 10:00am to 11:00am |
ESL 4011 - A | Academic Writing for Publication in English: 3 Workshop series + individual sessions (APUO members only) | 3hrs+ | June 12 to August 14, 2024 (10 weeks) | Workshop dates: June 12, July 10, and August 14 - 11:00am-12:00pm |
Advanced
Course code | Course title | Hours | Total duration | Schedule |
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ESL 3441 – A | Advanced: Reading and Writing Skills | 15hrs | July 17 to August 16, 2024 (no class on August 7 – Civic Holiday) (5 weeks) | Monday and Wednesday 1:00pm to 2:30pm |
ESL 3112 - B | Advanced: Intensive workshop: Participating in a meeting held in your second language (APUO and APTPUO members only) | 10hrs | July 8 to July 12, 2024 (1 week) | Monday to Friday 9:00am to 11:00am |
Additional language learning resources
Julien Couture Resource Centre (JCRC)
The Julien Couture Resource Centre (JCRC) hosts a specialized collection of educational tools and activities for language learners of French and English. All members of the uOttawa community are welcome to the JCRC to take advantage of the many resources available to them to help improve their language skills.
ILOBify
ILOBify is a comprehensive web application that centralizes a diverse array of linguistic tools, designed to enhance language skills. This app assists users in finding resources, services, and information, ultimately helping them become confident French and English speakers.
Linguistic Risk-Taking Passport
The Linguistic Risk-Taking Passport is a tool that encourages uOttawa community members to take various linguistic risks that will boost their confidence in a second or additional language. By integrating these risks into your daily life, you can fully leverage your experience on our unique bilingual campus and in other multilingual settings.
The Mauril app, a fun way to learn French and English
Mauril is a language learning application designed to help you learn English and French with the help of a wide variety of content provided by CBC and Radio Canada. The app features an array of interactive quizzes and activities to test your knowledge, further your language skills, and enrich your vocabulary.