English Language Centre

English for Professional Purposes

Advance your knowledge, skills, and abilities in preparation for successful professional careers. Our program focuses on collaborative learning within a dynamic learning environment that combines intensive study with practical, community-engaged learning.

The EPP program is for parents of school-aged children and other professionals. It helps build strong English skills for academic English study, and for everyday life in Canada or professional situations.

The EPP program includes:

  • EAP Skills Classes. This class teaches academic language skills like reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
  • Focus Classes. This class focuses on specific topics like grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, communication, or research skills.
  • English in Action. This class helps students use English in social and professional situations.  

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Schedule

  • The EPP program runs from Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 1:45pm
  • 18-20 hours of study per week
  • No classes during school holidays, in-service days or on storm days following AVRCE schedule

Daily Schedule

Dates

  • March 17, 2025 – March 6, 2026
  • September 8, 2025 – June 19, 2026

Start and end dates may be flexible for those wishing to study less than 37 weeks

Fees

Full, 37-week program:

  • Tuition: $13,875
  • Student Fees: $850

Fees per week:

  • Tuition: $375 per week
  • Student Fees: $25 per week

Medical insurance: $4.05 per day (family coverage)

Fees must be paid in before the first day of classes.

Payment Options

Refund Policy

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Acadia

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Contact Us

PO Box 120, 26 Crowell Dr, Acadia University
Wolfville, Nova Scotia, B4P 2R6
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We are proud to work with Halifax Life, official agent representative for the English for Professional Purposes program at Acadia University.  

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