Intensive English Language Program (IELP)

Improve your English with IELP

Advance your English language skills and prepare for your future in academic studies at Brock by learning English for undergraduate or graduate studies.

Studying English in Canada is a great way to strengthen your abilities in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Brock University’s Intensive English Language Program (IELP) is designed to help you achieve your English language learning goals and prepare students for learning in a post-secondary environment.

In the Intensive English Language Program (IELP), learners will progress through up to three levels of language skills development. Each level takes four months to complete.

IELP can be used as a method to gain admission to Brock University undergraduate and graduate programs or be taken for personal English language skills improvement through direct application.

IELP Classes begin in Fall (September), Winter (January), and Spring (May).

Next intake

DeliveryStart DateTuition
In-PersonJanuary 6, 2025$5,460
In-PersonMay 12, 2025-

Get your IELP Program for free when you complete your undergraduate degree with the Brock Advantage.

IELP will help you:

  • Read academic materials
  • Write essays
  • Take effective notes
  • Give presentations

Program details:

  • 25 hours of class time per week including self-study
  • In-person and online study options available

IELP in-person

Study English in Niagara and on-campus with in-person classes. Our IELP classes are taught by certified and experienced English language instructors at our St. Catharines campus in the International Centre, which is located in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Study IELP in-person to get full access to the university experience before you begin your post-secondary studies.

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IELP for Conditionally Accepted students.

If you have been conditionally accepted to Brock University for undergraduate or graduate studies, the Intensive English Language Program (IELP) will provide you with the language and academic preparation for university entrance.

Ready to accept your conditional offer?

IELP for Personal English Language Learning.

Choose to learn English online or in person without applying to an undergraduate program. After completing the Intensive English Language Program (IELP), you still have the option to apply to undergraduate or graduate studies at Brock University.

Ready to learn English in Canada?