The Communication Department provides opportunities for students to be assessed for their English language proficiency in the following areas: listening, speaking, writing, and reading comprehension. As a follow-up, options to improve language proficiency include short intensive workshops, seminars, or simply access to online materials to enhance areas specified by the assessment.
Assessments include
COMM 0015 English Competency Assessment: a computer-based assessment designed to help determine if students' reading, writing, and sentence skills are at a level necessary to meet the entrance requirements of BCIT full-time programs and Communication part-time courses. For more information, refer to the information sheet or contact Student Information and Enrolment Services at 604-434-1610.
COMM 0033 English Speaking and Listening Assessment: a computer-based assessment designed to determine if students' speaking and listening skills are at a level necessary to meet the entrance requirements of BCIT full-time programs. Assessments are based on the students' ability to speak English and understand spoken English effectively. For more information, refer to the information sheet or contact Student Information and Enrolment Services at 604-434-1610.
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