English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Academic Requirements

To apply for the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program at Brandon University, students must meet the following requirements:

• A completed EAP application form.
• Proof of English language proficiency score (i.e. IELTS Academic score or TOEFL score). Please contact the program coordinator if you have questions about English language proficiency.

It is important to note that students from countries that require university admission in addition to EAP admission for visa purposes must apply (with all applications, fees, and deposits, and official documents) at least six months prior to the start of the term in which they wish to begin their studies.

Application and official document deadlines are as follows:

• Fall term (September) — July 1
• Winter term (January) — October 1
• Spring/Summer term (May) — March 1

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For any clarification and support regarding the application process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

At Brandon University, demonstrating English language proficiency is essential for all applicants, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin. This requirement ensures that students possess an acceptable level of academic English, which is crucial for success in their programs.

There are several accepted methods to meet the English language proficiency requirement:

• Successful completion of a three‐year secondary school program at a school where English is the language of instruction.
• Successful completion of three consecutive years of full‐time post‐secondary study at a recognized institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.0).
• Any combination of three consecutive years of full‐time study in secondary and post‐secondary education at recognized institutions where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.0).
• Graduation from a Manitoba high school with at least one Grade 12 English 40S credit with a minimum grade of 70%.
• Graduation from a Canadian high school (outside Manitoba) with at least one Grade 12 English credit equivalent to Manitoba 40S with a minimum grade of 70%.
• Completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level (HL) English course with a score of four (4) or greater.
• Completion of Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature and Composition or Language and Composition with a score of four (4) or greater.
• Completion of a recognized secondary school completion exam with minimum final grade in English subject as specified below:

Additionally, the following English language assessment tests are accepted:

Examination results must be no more than two years old at the time of submission.

Mature and Home School applicants who cannot demonstrate proficiency through any of the 12 criteria will be assessed on an individual basis in consultation with the University Registrar and Dean of the faculty/school to which they are seeking admission.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.