Course Overview
This course aims to improve English skills in reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary, at the Intermediate level while also developing the collaborative skills needed to function effectively in BCIT programs and the workplace. In this course, you will study different types of writing to understand how they are organized and formatted. You will practice writing clear and accurate reports or essays while learning how to paraphrase information correctly. You will also learn how to navigate textbooks, websites, and professional documents to find main ideas and specific details. This course will help you improve your overall reading and writing skills for both school and work. 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:
- Read and evaluate websites, containing short texts of multiple genres
- Demonstrate understanding of technical academic articles and secondary academic literature/textbooks, of up to 900 words, that include a variety of structures (i.e. factual information, cause-effect relationships, processes, arguments)
- Demonstrate understanding of the details of long complex instructions or procedures
- Write notes, short or long responses, or short descriptions or summaries in order to communicate facts or ideas
- Write a report or an essay of up to 350 words that provides background information and evaluates, develops and justifies a recommendation or argument
- Demonstrate understanding of more than one worldview, providing evidence of interaction with people from different cultures
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2026
Related Programs
English for Professional and Academic Success - Reading and Writing 3 (EPAS 0351) 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 0351 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 52495
Dates
Nov 02 - Dec 17 Loading
- CRN 52495
- $451.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 02 - Dec 17 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 09:30 - 11:20 | 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 52511
Dates
Nov 02 - Dec 17 Loading
- CRN 52511
- $428.53 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 02 - Dec 17 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 17:30 - 19:20 | Online |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
Chad Fryer
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) 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.
Winter 2027
Below are four offerings of EPAS 0351 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 93658
Dates
Jan 04 - Feb 17 Loading
- CRN 93658
- $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 93674
Dates
Jan 04 - Feb 18 Loading
- CRN 93674
- $428.53 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 04 - Feb 18 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 17:30 - 19:20 | 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 93659
Dates
Mar 01 - Apr 14 Loading
- CRN 93659
- $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.
CRN 93675
Dates
Mar 01 - Apr 15 Loading
- CRN 93675
- $428.53 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 01 - Apr 15 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 17:30 - 19:20 | 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.
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