What is Part-time ESL?
We specialize in English language courses for all levels and academic skills. The University of Saskatchewan Language Centre (USLC) is nationally accredited by Languages Canada, Canada's national language education association. Our courses are open to everyone!
We have a variety of courses and workshops to meet your needs to improve your English language skills. Classes and workshops are offered three terms a year and target specific interest areas.
Our instructors are here to make sure that you meet your learning goals!
Which level am I?
It is important to self-assess your level so you get the most from your class experience. Use the guide below to state your self-declared level when you register.
Beginner
- I can say and write basic information about myself with words, phrases, or short sentences.
- I can understand some simple instructions and questions by reading or listening.
- I need help to have a conversation or write full sentences.
- CLBPT 1-4
- CEFR A1-A2
Intermediate
- I can comfortably say and write information and details about myself and familiar topics in conversation or paragraphs.
- I use a variety of sentences, grammar, and vocabulary but make frequent mistakes.
- I manage in everyday living and other people mostly understand me.
- I need help to use complex language or talk about unfamiliar topics.
- CLBPT 5-7
- IELTS 4.5-5.5
- CEFR B1-B2
Advanced
- I speak and write main ideas, details, and opinions about familiar and abstract topics in discussions, presentations, written paragraphs and essays.
- I use complex sentences, grammar, and vocabulary but make some minor mistakes.
- I work or study in English and want to expand my skills further.
- CLBPT 8+
- IELTS 6+
- CEFR C1-C2
Courses
All courses are online for convenience and international access. Students must have a computer/laptop with a camera, microphone, and headphones. Program materials are included. Note that classes are not recorded.
- A program orientation
- Access to tech support
- A certificate of completion
- Access to USLC events
Spring/Summer 2023 courses are now closed for registration.
Check back here in August for Fall 2023 offerings.
Course name |
Description |
Class dates/times |
Cost |
| Spoken English Short Course |
This course will help you develop fluency and confidence while practising your speaking and listening skills. This course is for you if you want to increase your vocabulary, functional language, and idiomatic expressions through various tasks and activities such as discussion groups and oral presentations. |
May 8 - June 12, 2023 June 19 - July 24, 2023 |
$275 CAD |
| Pronunciation |
This private class will provide you with six (6) hours of individualized instruction scheduled around your availability. You will learn to improve your accent for employment or public speaking. You will also gain an understanding of sound productions, stress patterns, rhythm, and intonation. |
May 8 - July 28, 2023 Scheduled individually with the instructor. |
$450 CAD |
Course name |
Description |
Class dates/times |
Cost |
| Pronunciation |
This private class will provide you with six (6) hours of individualized instruction scheduled around your availability. You will learn to improve your accent for employment or public speaking. You will also gain an understanding of sound productions, stress patterns, rhythm, and intonation. |
May 8 - July 28, 2023 Scheduled individually with the instructor. |
$450 CAD |
|
Academic Writing |
In this course you will improve your grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure and mechanics through structured writing sessions and instructor feedback. You will learn how to write effective paragraphs and essays. |
May 9 - July 25, 2023 |
$400 CAD |
|
Graduate Writing |
In this class, you will develop and practise skills for writing literature reviews, research proposals and research papers. You will enhance your academic writing style, formal vocabulary and mechanics while revising your own portfolio assignment. |
May 10 - July 26, 2023 |
$450 CAD |
| Spoken English |
This course will help you develop fluency and confidence while practising your speaking and listening skills. This course is for you if you want to increase your vocabulary, functional language, and idiomatic expressions through various tasks and activities such as discussion groups and oral presentations. |
May 11 - July 27, 2023 |
$400 CAD |
Tuition and fees:
- Current USask graduate students can apply for funding for ESL classes through the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies here.
Refund Policy: The Language Centre will issue a refund, less a $50.00 CAD administrative fee, when notice of withdrawal is provided up to 7 days before the first class. NO REFUNDS are issued after that time. When courses are cancelled, students have the option to register for another course, transfer their payment to next term or to receive a full refund.