Information Session
Join us for Write Like A Pro, a free online info session in which we’ll explore the keys to learning how to write well in English when it’s your second, third or fourth language.
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Master the fundamentals of English grammar and develop writing skills for the workplace with the support of a highly qualified tutor. Make your own schedule and join from anywhere.
- 100% online
- 10 weeks per course
- 4 – 5 hours of coursework per week
- Flexible schedule within a structured framework
- No textbook required
- No student visa required
- Certificate of proficiency from McGill University
This program is for language learners at the mid-intermediate level or higher. All new students must take an online placement test to determine their current level of written English.
- Study at a world class institution from home
- Make your own schedule
- Get personalized feedback from a highly qualified tutor
- Network with other students
- Apply your skills in the workplace
- Add value to your résumé
This program is designed to enable you to:
- Gain confidence in your writing skills
- Expand your vocabulary
- Increase your grammatical accuracy
- Become your own editor
This program includes courses at mid-intermediate, high-intermediate, and advanced levels. Your level will be determined when you take the Written English Placement Test.
Mid-intermediate
- YCGL 215 - English Grammar at Work (8 CEUs)
- YCGL 216 - English Grammar and Writing in Context 1 (8 CEUs)
High-intermediate
- YCGL 315 - English Grammar and Writing in Context 2 (8 CEUs)
- YCGL 316 - English Vocabulary for the Workplace (8 CEUs)
Advanced
- YCGL 415 - English Writing Techniques for the Workplace (8 CEUs)
- YCGL 416 - English Written Communication Strategies for the Workplace (8 CEUs)
Find full course descriptions below in the Courses section of this page.
- 10-week courses
- 4 to 5 hours of work per week
- Flexible schedule
- 100% online
- Real-world writing tasks
- Personalized feedback on your writing
- Master the fundamentals of grammar
- Interactive approach
Once you have completed the two advanced-level courses (YCGL 415 and YCGL 416) with a grade of 65% (B-) or higher, you will receive an official Certificate of Proficiency– Written English for Workplace Communication from McGill University.
Here are the dates of our upcoming sessions:
- Summer 2, 2021: Monday July 5 - Friday September 10, 2021
- Fall 2021: Monday September 27 – Friday December 3, 2021
- Winter 2021: Monday January 10 – Friday March 18, 2022
- Summer 1 (Spring) 2022: Monday April 1 – Friday June 17, 2022
- Summer 2, 2022: Monday July 4 – Friday September 9, 2022
To be admitted to this program, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Take the Placement Test of Written English and place into a level no lower than mid-intermediate and no higher than advanced.
Before enrolling in the program, all prospective students must complete a Placement Test of Written English and place into a level no lower than mid-intermediate and no higher than advanced.
The Placement Test will evaluate your current level of English and let you know which course you can register for.
Fee: $40.38. (The placement test fee will be increased to $41.95, effective Fall 2021 term, for activities taking place as of September 1, 2021.)
Placement Test Dates
- Fall 2021:
Monday, August 9, 2021 to Thursday September 23, 2021 - Winter 2022:
Monday, November 22, 2021 to Thursday January 6, 2022 - Summer 1 (Spring) 2022:
Monday, February 21, 2022 to Thursday April 7, 2022 - Summer 2, 2022:
Monday, May 16, 2022 to Thursday June 30, 2022
The fees for this program are as follow:
- Placement Test of Written English: $40.38. (The placement test fee will be increased to $41.95, effective Fall 2021 term, for activities taking place as of September 1, 2021.)
- Course Fee: $412 (per 10-week course)
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