Course Overview
This course aims to improve English skills in listening, speaking, grammar, and vocabulary at the intermediate level while also developing the collaborative skills needed to participate effectively in BCIT programs and the workplace. You will practice following instructions and listening to academic or professional presentations to find main ideas and specific details. The course focuses on accuracy and logic when speaking in professional settings It’s recommended that learners bring their own devices to every class (laptop/earphones). Weekly requirements: Courses includes two hours of online asynchronous class time. Prepare to spend 3-5 hours on homework studying, or assignments.
Prerequisite(s)
- Submit results of an approved language assessment, course(s), or credential(s). These results will decide your EPAS level. Please check the EPAS placement webpage for the language assessments or courses that are accepted.
Credits
0.0
Domestic fees
$428.53 - $451.15 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of a variety of somewhat complex social exchanges, interactions related to school, and discussions on familiar topics
- Demonstrate understanding of talks and lectures on familiar technical academic topics
- Demonstrate understanding of informational and argumentative content of audiovisual reports on familiar technical academic topics
- Give an oral summary of up to 6 minutes to accurately communicate ideas, news, concepts, or information about a familiar general or technical academic concept
- Give a clear, prepared 6-minute proposal presentation that covers key points, provides a rationale, and makes a recommendation
- Participate effectively in extended discussion that involves the sharing of information and views, sharing and discussing technical content, and putting forward and responding to arguments
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2026
Related Programs
English for Professional and Academic Success - Listening/Speaking 3 (EPAS 0311) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- English for Professional and Academic Success
Credential not offered by BCIT Full-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below are two offerings of EPAS 0311 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 52503
Dates
Nov 02 - Dec 17 Loading
- CRN 52503
- $451.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 02 - Dec 17 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 11:50 - 13:50 | Downtown DTC |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Domestic students who qualify for free tuition must still pay $46.84 in ancillary fees, upon registration *Final exam held (in person) on Thursday, December 17 *No class November 11 due to stat holiday
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 52519
Dates
Nov 02 - Dec 17 Loading
- CRN 52519
- $428.53 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 02 - Dec 17 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 19:30 - 21:20 | Online |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
Robin Steen
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Domestic students who qualify for free tuition must still pay $24.22 in ancillary fees, upon registration *Final exam held (online) Thursday, December 20 *No class November 11 due to stat holiday
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Winter 2027
Below are four offerings of EPAS 0311 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 93682
Dates
Jan 04 - Feb 18 Loading
- CRN 93682
- $428.53 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 04 - Feb 18 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 19:30 - 21:20 | Online |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Domestic students who qualify for free tuition must still pay $24.22 in ancillary fees, upon registration *Final exam held on Thursday, February 18 *No class Monday, February 15 due to stat holiday
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 93666
Dates
Jan 05 - Feb 18 Loading
- CRN 93666
- $451.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05 - Feb 18 | Tue, Thu | 09:30 - 13:50 | Downtown |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Domestic students who qualify for free tuition must still pay $46.84 in ancillary fees, upon registration *Final exam held on Thursday, February 18
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 93683
Dates
Mar 01 - Apr 15 Loading
- CRN 93683
- $428.53 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 01 - Apr 15 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 19:30 - 21:20 | Online |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Domestic students who qualify for free tuition must still pay $24.22 in ancillary fees, upon registration *Final exam held on Thursday, April 15 *No class Monday, March 29 due to stat holiday
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 93667
Dates
Mar 02 - Apr 15 Loading
- CRN 93667
- $451.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 02 - Apr 15 | Tue, Thu | 09:30 - 13:50 | Downtown |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Domestic students who qualify for free tuition must still pay $46.84 in ancillary fees, upon registration *Final exam held on Thursday, April 15
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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