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Montreal’s unique culture has made both French and English an absolute necessity for social integration and furthering your professional career. No matter what you’re working towards, you’ll benefit from the most up-to-date teaching methods. You will focus on:
- Oral expression
- Written expression
- Listening comprehension
- Written comprehension
- Vocabulary, grammar, and writing structures
All new students must complete a Placement Test in English and in French prior to applying for admission.
The program is designed to enable you to:
- Receive a McGill Certificate of Proficiency in Bilingual Professional Communication
- Participate in meetings, interviews, and oral presentations
- Prepare written letters, articles, and reports
- Communicate in both French and English in formal and informal situations
- Gain the confidence to work in the Quebec professional context
- Courses offered evenings and weekends
- 10 courses
- 39 hours/course
EIGHT REQUIRED COURSES:
English Advanced 1
- CEEN 411 Grammar and Writing Techniques
- CEEN 412 Oral Communication Techniques
English Advanced 2
- CEEN 421 Written Communication Contexts
- CEEN 422 Oral Communication Contexts
French Advanced 1
- CEFN 411 Grammar and Writing Techniques
- CEFN 412 Oral Communication Techniques
French Advanced 2
- CEFN 421 Written Communication Contexts
- CEFN 422 Oral Communication Contexts
TWO COMPLEMENTARY COURSES:
Complementary Courses in English
- CEEN 401 English Vocabulary in Context
- CEEN 402 English Communication and Cultural Patterns
Complementary Courses in French
- CEFN 401 French Vocabulary in Context
- CEFN 402 Persuasive French in Communication
Session Dates
To be admitted to the Certificate of Proficiency – Bilingual for Professional Communication:
- Students must take a Placement Test and place into a level no higher than Intermediate High (CEEN 411/412 and CEFN 411/412);
- Students must be at least 18 years of age and hold a CEGEP diploma (DEC) or equivalent.
- Students 21 years of age and over who do not have the normal academic background for admission may be admitted as Mature students.
All new students must complete a Placement Test both in English and in French prior to applying for admission.
In order to begin studying in the Certificate of Proficiency in Bilingual Professional Communication, all new students (except for those at the beginner level) are required to take a Placement Test in both English and French. Test results are used to evaluate your current level of proficiency and determine which level and course you can register in according to our program structure. Students can take the test once per session and the results are valid for one year.
Cost
There is a cost of $40.38 CAD to take the test. (Placement test fees will be increased to $41.95, effective September 1, 2021.)
About the Test
The test is offered online and takes approximately two hours to complete. It consists of four different sections:
- Listening comprehension
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Reading comprehension
Getting Your Results and Registering for Your First Course
Your test result will be ready within two business days following the end of the placement test period. When it is ready, we will email you instructions on how to retrieve your test result. Information on how to register for your first course will also be sent by email.
During the first few days of classes, your course lecturers will confirm your level and may recommend a transfer to another level in certain cases. In each case, the final decision for a transfer is made by the course lecturer and the administration.
- Before beginning courses in this program, students must take a Placement Test. The cost to register for the test is $40.38 (Placement test fees will be increased to $41.95, effective September 1, 2021.)
- Details of tuition and fees for credit-bearing certificates and diplomas at the School of Continuing Studies for Quebec residents, non-Quebec Canadian students, and international students can be found at mcgill.ca/scs-fees
This program is eligible for various types of financial aid and awards:
Aide financière aux études (AFE)
As a credit-bearing program, this program is eligible for financial aid through the Quebec Government. More information can be found at quebec.ca/en/education/student-financial-assistance
McGill University’s School of Continuing Studies Bursaries
Thanks to donor contributions, the McGill School of Continuing Studies is able to offer a limited number of bursaries to students demonstrating financial need to assist them in covering a portion of their tuition expenses. Available bursaries, eligibility requirements and information on how to apply can be found at mcgill.ca/scs-aid
McGill University’s School of Continuing Studies Scholarships
A limited number of donor-funded, merit-based scholarships are awarded to students each year to recognize academic excellence. The full list of scholarships for each academic term can be found at mcgill.ca/scs-aid
McGill University’s School of Continuing Studies Graduating Prizes
Graduating Prizes are awarded to graduating students based on academic excellence. The full list of Graduating Prizes for each academic term can be found at mcgill.ca/scs-aid
Note: The amount and number of McGill University’s School of Continuing Studies Bursaries, Scholarships, and Graduating Prizes issued varies from year to year depending on funds received and their specifications.
| Term | International Students | Canadian/Permanent Residents |
|---|---|---|
| FALL | March 1 | May 1 |
| WINTER | July 1 | September 1 |
| SPRING/SUMMER | November 1 | January 1 |
In order to apply to an undergraduate or graduate program of study at the McGill School of Continuing Studies, please follow these steps:
1. Choose a program of study.
Note: If you wish, you can apply to two programs to be followed concurrently, provided they are at the same level and offered by the same department.
2. Review the admission requirements for the program you have selected and gather all necessary documentation.
Note: Students applying to credit-bearing undergraduate and graduate programs at the School of Continuing Studies. Please refer to the "Language Requirements" section on this page for more information
3. Ensure you have a credit card (Visa or Mastercard) for the non-refundable application fee. The fee must be paid online to submit your application.
4. Upon completing your online application, you will receive an email confirmation with a McGill ID number and a 6-character PIN (Personal Identification Number).
5. Within 24 - 48 hours after receiving your e-mail confirmation, you can track the status of your application and upload your supporting documents, including transcripts (if applicable), by signing into Minerva (McGill’s online student information system).
6. Ensure that you have uploaded all required supporting documents, as per the admission requirements of your chosen program.
7. Wait for your response. You can check the status of your application at any time using Minerva.
8. Once your file has been reviewed and a final decision has been made, admitted students will receive a “Letter of Admission” confirming the program that you have been admitted to, along with registration instructions. You can then register for your courses online using Minerva during the appropriate registration period.
Need help applying?
For help with the application procedure, contact us at info.conted [at] mcgill.ca or call 514-398-6200
Questions about your admission?
For help with questions related to your admission, contact us admissions.conted [at] mcgill.ca or call 514-398-6200
How do I know which course to register in?
Every new student has to take an Entrance Placement Test in both English and French. The results of this test will determine the level they will begin their studies in.
Can I start the Certificate of Proficiency if I don’t have an advanced level either in French or in English?
Yes. You will then be asked to take the needed courses in our preparatory module either in English or in French OR in both in order to reach the required entrance level.
Am I automatically admitted into the Certificate Program when I register for a course?
No. A student who wants to get the Certificate of Proficiency will need to submit an application for admission to the Certificate Program.
What are the admissions deadlines?
There are three periods of admissions per year. The deadlines are as follows:
- Fall Semester: May 1st
- Winter Semester: September 1st
- Summer Semester: January 1st
How do I get the Certificate?
In order to get the Certificate of Proficiency, students must apply for admission in Minerva. Once admitted, students need to complete the 30 credits necessary for the Certificate; and maintain a minimum GPA (grade point average) of 2.0/4.0.
Can I get Loans & Bursaries (AFE)?
Under certain conditions, yes. To find out which ones, please consult the AFE website or contact McGill’s Scholarships and Student Aid Office. An information session concerning the Loan & Bursaries is held at the beginning of both the Fall and Winter semesters.
During the Summer Term, can I get Loans and Bursaries?
Certain conditions apply. Please consult AFE website as well as consult your McGill Program Advisor.
Do you offer French courses officially recognized by the Ministere de l’immigration, de la Diversite et de l’Inclusion (MIDI) as the required level for any immigration application?
Three of our courses are recognized by the MIDI. Their course codes are CEFN 332, CEFN 412, and CEFN 422.
How long will it take to get the Certificate?
The courses of the Certificate are offered three times per year (3 semesters). How long it takes to get the Certificate depends on how many courses a student takes per semester.
What happens if I don’t register for a semester?
A student is allowed to step out of his/her program for up to three consecutive semesters. Past that deadline, he/she will be requested to take the Entrance Placement Test again, and if he/she has been admitted to the Program, contact the Admissions Office to validate his/her admission status.
How many courses can I take in a semester?
The courses of the Certificate can be taken on a full-time or part-time basis.
What is the minimum passing grade needed to move up a level?
Students need to complete both courses of a level with a minimum grade of B- in each of the courses.
How many hours of work per work for a course?
You should commit at least 1 hour of work at home for each hour of class time.
How many semesters per year?
There are three semesters per year: Fall, Winter, and Summer.
What do I do if I need to drop a course?
There are two ways to drop a course within the withdrawal deadlines:
- Using Minerva OR Athena;
- Presenting oneself at the Client Services and completing the Add/Drop form.
What are the deadlines to withdraw from courses?
The information is found in the Important Dates Document.
What do I do if I need to postpone a final exam?
To request a final exam deferral, students need to submit the Request for Final Examination Deferral for English and French Language Programs with supporting documentation.
How do I know where to go on the first day of class?
Classrooms are listed in your Weekly Schedule in Minerva (Student tab, Registration Menu).
As well, classroom information is posted the first week of class in 688 Sherbrooke Street W. on the 1st, 2nd and 11th floors. A hall monitor is also present during the first week of class to help students find their classrooms.
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