Course Overview
This course helps you improve the reading, writing, and teamwork skills needed to succeed at BCIT and in the workplace. You will practice analyzing different texts to understand their style and purpose while learning to write clear, organized sentences, technical paragraphs, and professional emails. Throughout the term, you will also apply basic research skills and expand your use of vocabulary and grammar at the low-intermediate level. It’s recommended that learners bring their own devices to every class (laptop/earphones). Weekly requirements: Course 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
$451.15 - $466.12 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:
- Identify the content and relevance of news items, articles, and reports on a wide range of technical academic topics in order to decide whether the texts have the information needed to complete a task or are worthy of further study
- Demonstrate understanding of articles and reports of up to 850 words on modern-day problems in which writers share particular viewpoints
- Research a topic by reading simple technical and academic texts
- Write an essay or report of up to 300 words which develops an argument, giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view and explaining the advantages and disadvantages of various options
- Write a short, precise, descriptive report of up to 300 words to promote a product
- Synthesize information and arguments from a number of sources
- Demonstrate understanding of informal and formal emails and messages related to school or work
- Respond to informal and formal emails and messages, related to school or work, clearly responding to the sender's points and arguments
- Identify and reflect on similarities and differences in cultural behaviours and discuss their significance
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2026
Related Programs
English for Professional and Academic Success - Reading and Writing 2 (EPAS 0251) 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 0251 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 53178
Dates
Nov 02 - Dec 17 Loading
- CRN 53178
- $451.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 02 - Dec 17 | Mon, Wed | 09:30 - 11:20 | Online |
| Nov 02 - Dec 17 | Tue, Thu | 09:30 - 11:20 | LANG |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
Kimberly Thompson-Suzuki
Course outline
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
- 1) This is a pilot course that is currently only available for approved students from New Directions Language School. Please provide your code when requesting approval 2) Domestic students who qualify for free tuition must still pay $46.84 in ancillary fees, upon registration 3) Final exam held on Thursday, December 17 4) 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 52525
Dates
Nov 07 - Dec 20 Loading
- CRN 52525
- $466.12 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 07 - Dec 20 | Sat, Sun | 08:30 - 12:20 | Burnaby |
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 $61.81 in ancillary fees, upon registration *Final exam held (in person) on Sunday, December 20
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 two offerings of EPAS 0251 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 93656
Dates
Jan 04 - Feb 17 Loading
- CRN 93656
- $451.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 04 - Feb 17 | Mon, Wed | 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 Wednesday, February 17 *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 93657
Dates
Mar 01 - Apr 14 Loading
- CRN 93657
- $451.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 01 - Apr 14 | Mon, Wed | 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 Wednesday, April 14 *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.
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