English for Academic Purposes (LEAP)

Langara College

100 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver, Canada

5509

Last updated: 16/04/2025

About English for Academic Purposes (LEAP)

Langara’s ESL programming uses an integrated approach to language learning. Rather than teach skills in isolation they use a holistic methodology, combining speaking, listening, reading, and writing and focusing on a variety of relevant and interesting topics. Using a content-based curriculum, Langara engages students in activities that require the use of a variety of strategies to encourage authentic communication. This creates a dynamic, student-centred learning environment in which students acquire language in a natural and meaningful way. Gradually, students learn to approach classroom content the same way as Canadian students whose first language is English.

Projects and Presentations are an important part of each LEAP level as they encourage students to work creatively and cooperatively. In addition, projects and presentations integrate skills that students will need in university and college classrooms.

Langara English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) is an intensive English program designed to prepare students whose first language is not English for full-time study at English language universities and colleges.

Nine levels, from beginner to advanced*
Seven-week sessions
20 hours of classroom instruction per week
Classes scheduled Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Approximately two to four hours of homework per day
Integrated skills (develop all four skills together)
Academic topics
Graduation from LEAP 8 leads to direct admission to university studies at Langara

*Before the first day of the program, students take a placement test to determine their level.

Tuition (1st year)

$11,040.00 CAD

Application Fee

$150.00 CAD

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Cost and Duration

Program Level

English as Second Language (ESL)

Average Graduate Diploma

2-16 Month Esl Program

Cost of Living

$20,635.00 CAD / Year

Gross Tuition

$15,838.00 CAD / First Year

Application Fee

$155.00 CAD

English for Academic Purposes (LEAP)

About English for Academic Purposes (LEAP)

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