Background Information

Canadian University of Dubai offers on campus English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Certificate and training program.  It is an intensive, university level certificate program to help prospective university students prepare for academic life and achieve the necessary standard to enter undergraduate and post graduate programs.  Furthermore, the EAP certificate program is open to adult learners and working professionals who wish to equip themselves with skills needed to speak, read and write in English.
Participants are placed in three levels according to their score on the English language placement test. Taken together, these three levels can take participants from early beginner (TOEFL 300/IELTS 3) and bring them to university level English users, or a proficiency score of TOEFL 500/IELTS 5. Students are recommended to take the TOEFL or IELTS on exiting the course. However, they are welcome to sit a test at any time. 
For those registered in the program and who require assistance, the University can facilitate obtaining a UAE study visa, as well as local accommodation.

Registration:

Students can register through the Admissions Office.  Please contact us directly for more information by emailing info@cud.ac.ae or by calling +971 (0)4 3219090.

Date:

The courses in the EAP Certificate are run in conjunction with the University academic calendar. The courses typically run for 15 weeks with a final exam in week 16. However, during the summer the course is condensed.
The next block of EAP courses will start on May 27th and finish on July 11th, 2012.

Tentative Schedule:

Level 1 - Foundation: TBD
Level 2 - Intermediate:  26 hours per week, from 09:00- 13:00, Sunday to Thursday, and Monday and Wednesday 14:00 – 17:00. Afternoon classes are computer sessions, and reading groups.
Level 3 - Academic: 26 contact hours per week, from 09:00 – 13:00, Sunday to Thursday and Sunday and Tuesday 14:00 – 17:00. Afternoon classes are computer sessions, and reading groups.
For adult learners and working professionals, courses can be organized in the afternoon/evening and/or during the weekend.  Please contact the EAP Academic Coordinator Elizabeth Noel:
elizabeth@cud.ac.ae  

Duration:

The summer semester is 6 weeks and 4 days long. It is very intensive in order to cover the necessary hours in the course.

Fee:

Level 1 – 12,000 AED (please note Level 1 may not run over the Summer Semester subject to demand)
Level 2 – 10, 000 AED
Level 3 – 10,000 AED

Location:

Canadian University of Dubai campus on Sheikh Zayed Road (Financial Centre-Shangri La Hotel)

Participants:

The EAP Certificate addresses the language requirements for prospective students who wish to pursue a degree program taught in English. Individuals who do not yet have the necessary English skills have the opportunity to join in University life, and start some credit courses while studying in level 2 and 3.
The EAP certificate is also an intensive English skills program needed by adult learners and working professionals who wish to improve their English ability in a friendly and culturally diverse environment offered by Canadian University of Dubai.  

Program Overview and Learning Outcome:

Participants work collaboratively with their instructors and peers to improve their Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking skills in English through a number of up to date teaching methodologies. Participants also study academic skills such as note taking, presentation delivery, and critical thinking.  
Participants in the certificate program are encouraged to become involved in University life and to feel part of the learning community.  Some of the great opportunities to do that include:

• Pen pal systems with instructors and existing students at Canadian University of Dubai to practice fluency in writing.
• Access to a private program website and online forum where additional language practice and class updates are available.
• An extensive reading program for students who love English literature.
• The opportunity to gain credit courses towards a degree program at Canadian University of Dubai, while studying in levels 2 and 3.

Approximate comparison between EAP Levels and Standard University Entrance Exams