EAP 550 - Preparing for Graduate Studies

★ 6 (fi 15) (either term, variable) An intensive course designed to assist students whose first language is not English in attaining the academic and communication skills necessary for them to become effective, independent participants in graduate studies at an English-language university. Course content is interdisciplinary and focuses on acquiring a practical understanding of and proficiency in approaches to critical thinking, research methodologies, and presentation skills. The course also allows for cultural reflection, facilitating the transitional process, and helping international graduate students to succeed in a North American university setting. Prerequisites: EAP 140 or minimum scores of 76 TOEFL iBT or 6.0 IELTS.