Course Overview
This course is aimed at supporting advanced-level learners in transitioning successfully into their BCIT programs. The course also provides opportunities for individuals to improve their reading and writing skills for successful participation in the workplace. In this course, you will learn to read and evaluate technical and academic texts while practicing the types of writing used at BCIT and in the workplace. You will analyze textbooks and instructor communications to help you summarize information for your assignments. Using advanced research skills, you will write an essay or report related to your field of study. Additionally, you will collaborate with others to create a formal proposal, develop and pitch an original idea, and improve your advanced vocabulary and grammar. 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 - $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:
- Read a complex, formal text in order to identify essential information about project work expectations, including implicit as well as explicit instructor attitudes, emotions and opinions
- Scan quickly through several informational and argumentative technical academic texts (articles, reports, websites, books, etc.) in order to identify relevance and usefulness of particular sections of texts
- Demonstrate detailed understanding of complex informational and argumentative texts of 1200 words or more with opportunities to re-read difficult sections and use dictionaries or other reference materials
- Write a descriptive-evaluative report of 500 words in response to a specific question, issue, or initiative
- Write a short description of a process, system, strategy, or idea
- Participate with classmates in a project requiring collaborative writing and redrafting using web-based tools that require negotiation, explanation of details, and the following and relaying of instructions to reach a goal
- Describe and evaluate the viewpoints and practices of own and other social groups, showing awareness of how judgments and prejudices are frequently based
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2026
Related Programs
English for Professional and Academic Success - Reading and Writing 5 (EPAS 0551) 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 three offerings of EPAS 0551 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 52515
Dates
Nov 07 - Dec 20 Loading
- CRN 52515
- $428.53 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 07 - Dec 20 | Sat, Sun | 08:30 - 12:20 | Online |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
Tamara Ghomari
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) 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.
CRN 52499
Dates
Nov 02 - Dec 17 Loading
- CRN 52499
- $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 Rm. 476 |
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 $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 53180
Dates
Nov 02 - Dec 17 Loading
- CRN 53180
- $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
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
- 1) This is a pilot course that is only available for current, approved students from New Directions Language School 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.
Winter 2027
Below are four offerings of EPAS 0551 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 93646
Dates
Jan 04 - Feb 17 Loading
- CRN 93646
- $466.12 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 04 - Feb 17 | Mon, Wed | 09:30 - 13:50 | 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 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 93678
Dates
Jan 09 - Feb 28 Loading
- CRN 93678
- $428.53 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 09 - Feb 28 | Sat, Sun | 08:30 - 12:20 | 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 Sunday, February 28 *No class Saturday, February 13 or Sunday, February 14 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 93647
Dates
Mar 01 - Apr 14 Loading
- CRN 93647
- $466.12 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 01 - Apr 14 | Mon, Wed | 09:30 - 13:50 | 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 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 93679
Dates
Mar 01 - Apr 15 Loading
- CRN 93679
- $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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