Latest English language requirements for Niagara College programs can be found on: international.niagaracollege.ca/language-proficiency Language
Language Proficiency Tests
Niagara College’s English as a Second Language (ESL) Online program (Completion of Level 10)
Niagara College’s English for Academic Preparation Program (Completion of Level 5)
Cambridge English Exams
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Proficiency Test
Duolingo English Language Test
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Internet-based Test (iBT) of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic
Oxford ELLT and Pre-Sessional English
English for Academic Preparation (EAP)
EAP will help you to...
• Get ready for postsecondary studies at Niagara College or other Colleges or Universities
• Improve your personal and professional development
• Prepare for your future career
• Gain English skills for your life in Canada
Step 1
Placement Test
Determine your level:
Complete Niagara College English proficiency testing at the EAP orientation or Submit an external test
EAP
Duration: 2 to 20 months*
Start Dates: January, March, May, July, September and November
Each level: 7 weeks of study + 1 week break + 7 weeks of study
Total: 4 months
Step 2
Complete the required
Step 3
Graduate Level 5 of EAP Meet language requirements for Niagara College programs
Apply for NC programs or use new English skills in your profession
Niagara College students and graduates are working…
• 89.4% of recent Niagara College graduates were employed within six months of graduation
• 90% employer satisfaction with NC graduates they employ
*2022-2023 Provincial Key Performance Indicator (KPI) results. Detailed information is available on the Colleges Ontario website at. collegesontario.org
Working in Canada
• Work part-time during the academic year and full-time during academic breaks
• Receive on-campus support to find a job through NC’s Career Services
Top 5 Sectors by Employment*
• Health care and social assistance
• Wholesale and retail trade
• Professional, scientific and technical services
• Manufacturing
• Construction
*Statistics Canada, April 2026. Table 14-10-0355-01
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)*
Graduates of eligible programs may qualify to apply for a PGWP, enabling them to gain Canadian work experience.
* PGWP eligibility does not guarantee approval of a work permit application. All applications are subject to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada’s assessment.
Top 5 Sectors by Employment*
Student Services
• Airport Transportation
• Athletics and Recreation
• Career Services and Employment Support
• Health, Wellness and Accessibility Services
• Housing and Settlement
• Multi-Faith Rooms
Accommodations
• Orientation
• Peer Tutoring
• Pre-departure Program: Be NC Ready!
• Social Activities
• Support and Advisement
• Transition and Immigration Support
Choose from several options for housing and accommodations.
• Landing Pad (one month): $1,100 CAD one-time fee
• Homestay (two or more months): 1,100 CAD per month
• On-Campus Residence: $9,600 CAD for 2 terms
• Off-Campus Living: $600 – $1000 CAD (one bedroom in a shared house) $1000+ CAD (one-bedroom full apartment)
Business Administration – Supply Chain and Operations Management
2 Year Diploma
Business – Accounting
Business
Business – Sales and Marketing
Office Administration – Executive briefca
Office Administration – Health Services
Hairstyling
CULINARY, TOURISM AND BEVERAGE STUDIES
3 Year Advanced Diploma
Culinary Innovation and Food Technology briefca
2 Year Diploma
Baking and Pastry Arts Management
Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management
Culinary Management briefca
Esthetician
Hospitality – Hotel and Restaurant Operations briefca
Winery and Viticulture Technician
1 Year Certificate
Baking and Pastry Arts
Culinary Skills
Professional Butchery Techniques
ENVIRONMENTAL, HORTICULTURE AND LIBERAL STUDIES
2 Year Diploma
Environmental Technician briefca
Greenhouse Technician
Greenhouse Technician briefca
Horticulture Technician
Horticulture Technician briefca
Horticulture Technician – Landscape
Horticulture Technician – Landscape briefca
1 Year Certificate
Landscape Horticulture Techniques
Pre-Community Services
Pre-Health Sciences – Pathway to Advanced Diplomas & Degrees
Pre-Health Sciences – Pathway to Certificates & Diplomas
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Eligible Programs
This designation means the programs satisfy the fields of study requirements established by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Subject to change
Work Integrated Learning
Programs with a Co-op or Field Placement combine classroom learning with hands-on experience in your field.
Co-Op
Paid program-related work experience, alternating with academic terms. The Co-op process is competitive, and students are required to be engaged and actively involved in securing a Co-op experience. Field Placement
with your career path.
3
2 Year Diploma
Carpentry and Renovation Technician briefca
Civil Engineering Technician
Electrical Engineering Technician
Electronics
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Motive Power Technician – Automotive
Renewable Energies Technician
1 Year Certificate
Techniques
Techniques (General Machinist)
Techniques
APPLIED HEALTH AND FITNESS
2 Year Diploma
Fitness and Health Promotion
Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant
Sport Administration
1 Year Certificate
Community Pharmacy Assistant
JUSTICE AND COMMUNITY STUDIES
3
3 Year Advanced Diploma
Broadcasting – Radio, Television and Film (Film Production)
Broadcasting – Radio, Television and Film (Radio and TV Presentation)
Broadcasting – Radio, Television and Film (Television Production)
Computer Programming and Analysis briefca
Game Development
2 Year Diploma
Acting for Film and Digital Media
Computer Systems Technician – Network and Cloud Technologies
English Programs
PROGRAM
ENGLISH PROGRAMS
English for Academic Preparation
English Language and Culture Program
Graduate Programs
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
1 Year Graduate Certificate
Addictions and Mental Health
Artisan Distilling
Autism and Behavioural Science
Cybersecurity
Data Analytics
Ecosystem Restoration
Environmental Management and Assessment
Event Management
Human Resources Management
Social Media Management
Supply Chain Management
International Nursing 1 Year Graduate Certificate
Community Mental Health – Multidiscipline
Gerontology
Palliative Care – Multidiscipline
Information provided in this brochure is accurate as of June 2, 2026, and is subject to change at any time. Applicants are responsible for consulting the Niagara College websites for the most up to date information. Please note information may differ from what is on the website information on the website is deemed to be the most accurate source.
Pathways
350+ opportunities through Niagara College
• Continue your studies at one of our partner universities in Canada or abroad.
• Connect to a global network that enhances both your education and career prospects.
English Language and Culture Program (ELCP)
Have fun learning English and exploring Canadian culture and history.
• Experience fun social events and engaging educational trips, including Niagara Falls and Toronto
• Improve general English skills through academic classes, especially speaking and listening
• Live with a friendly Canadian family or experience on-campus residence
• Develop cross-cultural relationships with Canadians and other international students
• Individual or group registrations are welcome
Duration: 4 Weeks
Weekly Classes: 20 to 25 hours
For upcoming dates visit our website: international.niagaracollege.ca/ programs/cultural-program
Scholarships $1 million+
Lower the cost of your academic program with awards starting at $1,000 for postsecondary programs or $750 for English for Academic Preparation (EAP).
International.niagaracollege.ca /scholarships in entrance scholarships and bursaries available
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