English Academic Preparation (EAP)
English Academic Preparation (EAP) is an intensive language program for students who do not meet the UPEI language requirements but have conditional admission to a degree program. Our goal is to help students begin their degree program as soon as possible.
| Test | Arts, Science, Business, Engineering and Baccalauréate en Éducation, Français Langue Seconde | Nursing, Radiography, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and EducatioN | EAP 6 | EAP 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | Overall score of 6.5 with no band below 6 | Overall score of 7 with 7 in writing and speaking; 6.5 in reading and listening | 5.5 | 6 |
| TOEFL paper-based test | 550 with minimum TWE of 5.5 | 600 with minimum TWE of 6 | >550 | |
| TOEFL internet-based test | 80 with minimum of 20 in each category | 100 with a minimum of 25 in speaking and writing, 22 in reading and listening | 46–59 | 60–78 |
| TOEFL essentials | 8.5 (overall) no score below 8.0 | Not accepted | 5.5 | 6 |
| CAEL (including CAEL Online) | 60 | 70 | 40 | 50 |
| Pearson Test of English | 58 | 66 | 46 | 52 |
| Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency | Overall score of 176 with 176 in writing and no other skill below 169 | Overall score of 185 with 185 in writing and speaking; 176 in reading and listening | 162 | 169 |
| GTEC CBT | 1176–1250 | 1250 and above | 1100 | 1150 |
| Duolingo | Overall score: 120 Minimum subscores: Literacy 115, Comprehension 115, Conversation 115, Production 115 | Overall score: 120 Minimum subscores: Literacy 115, Comprehension 115, Conversation 115, Production 115 | 95–105 | 105–115 |
| Oxford ELLT | Overall 7 with no individual component below 6 | Overall 7 with 8 in Writing and Speaking, 7 in Reading and Listening | 6 | 7 |
| English 621* | 70% | N/A |
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Our English Language Centre works with students looking to meet English language requirements of UPEI programs, and can create customized English programs for groups of students.
We're located in Robertson Library (Building #15 on the UPEI Map), Room 225.
(902) 566-0336
Our courses focus on:
- building academic writing
- critical reading
- listening comprehension
- oral communication skills for undergraduate studies
EAP Bridging Program
The EAP Bridging Program is for students who have a high intermediate to low advanced level of English. These students take a combination of EAP courses (for example, Academic Writing Critical Reading, or Oral Communications) and academic courses in their major of study.
The EAP Office is located at the English Language Centre, Robertson Library Building, Room 225.
How to apply
Please contact the International Student Office by email at inte@upei.ca.
