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    Canadore College

    Basic Language Skills

    North Bay, Canada3 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • Applications currently open

    Introduction

    Canadore College in North Bay, Ontario, is a career-focused college with more than fifty years of experience delivering hands-on programs. The college serves around eight thousand students and offers hundreds of programs across applied arts, business, health sciences, technology and skilled trades. Canadore emphasizes experiential learning, industry partnerships and practical skill development to prepare graduates for workforce entry.

    Programs are designed around modern facilities, applied projects and co-op or placement opportunities that link students directly with employers. Faculty bring industry experience and the college maintains relationships with regional businesses, health providers and technology partners to keep curricula relevant. Small class sizes and applied labs help international students adapt quickly to Canadian practice standards and workplace expectations.

    North Bay offers an accessible, student-friendly community with outdoor recreation, affordable housing and a supportive campus life. Canadore provides international student services, orientation programs and academic supports to ease the transition to study in Canada. For students seeking practical training, clear career pathways and strong employer connections, Canadore is a pragmatic choice that focuses on real-world outcomes.

    About the Program

    The Basic Language Skills program is for international students who want to improve their English language skills, offered at Canadore College in Canada. It is a non-degree program that lasts for a year and focuses on developing reading, writing, grammar, and oral skills.

    The curriculum includes courses on reading, writing, grammar, and oral skills, using modern and social technologies. The program is designed to help students develop a strong foundation in English language skills, which can be useful for further language development or academic pursuits.

    Graduates of this program can work as language teachers, translators, or interpreters. They can also find jobs in industries like education, tourism, or international business, working as customer service representatives, travel agents, or international marketing coordinators. Other possible job titles include English language instructor, language tester, or cross-cultural trainer.

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    English Test Requirement

    This program asks forIELTS 6.5-7.5. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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    105–120

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    TOEFL iBT
    79–93
    PTE Academic
    58–64
    CEFR level
    B2
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