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Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

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Overview

NAIT’s Global Voices ESL programme provides a progression from foundational English to preparation for credit programmes. It is based at an Edmonton polytechnic and can suit learners who want to develop English for further study at NAIT. Face-to-face and online availability depend on enrolment, so ask how the selected level will be delivered. NAIT’s six-level structure is intended for students building English proficiency for further education. The Edmonton setting is a polytechnic, which can suit learners already considering a credit programme. Completing the highest ESL level may meet the language requirement, but the destination programme has separate academic admissions. Ask where your placement fits in the sequence and whether the level is on campus before planning a commute or signing a lease. Online participation follows different arrangements from on-site study. The main-campus map identifies transit stops and gives building locations.

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Courses

NAIT has six ESL levels and uses a placement test for new learners. The standard package runs for a 15-week term. Eligible students can ask about a 7.5-week intensive format at levels 5 and 6. Completing level 6 can satisfy NAIT’s English language proficiency requirement for credit programmes. Admission to the intended programme has separate requirements. A full term runs for 15 weeks. The shorter intensive format is limited to eligible upper-level students. Confirm the timetable and delivery mode after placement.

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Fees

The ESL page lists CAD 4,632 per full term for self-paying international students studying from within Canada. A separate offer applies to students studying from abroad, with different conditions. Ask NAIT for the invoice and delivery mode for the selected level, including any materials or other fees. The published standard term is 15 weeks. A four-week package price and accommodation total require a separate quote. The CAD 4,632 figure uses the published self-paying rate for an international student studying from within Canada. It does not establish the cost of the separately advertised offer for study from abroad. The published rate is a term figure, so request a dated invoice rather than converting it to a short-course tariff. Ask whether the intake requires placement, books, administrative charges or health coverage beyond the quoted tuition. A move to Edmonton should be budgeted separately, with a housing quote for the full teaching and assessment dates.

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Accommodation

NAIT’s international student welcome guide provides information for planning a stay in Edmonton. Before signing a lease, check the class location, commute and whether the term dates align with the lease. Ask the international centre for housing options and confirm the deposit, included utilities and any minimum term with the provider. If assigned face-to-face classes, verify the building and transport route on the campus map before choosing a room. Compare the lease dates with the complete term and ask whether utilities or furnishings cost extra. A shorter intensive enrolment needs a separate housing plan.

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Location

10504 Princess Elizabeth Avenue, Edmonton AB T5G 3K4, Canada

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