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Overview

In the ELL Assessment, trained assessors determine students' English language skills. The assessment consists of:

  • An individual speaking interview
  • A one-hour invigilated academic writing task

Dictionaries, translation tools, AI tools, and other language aids are not permitted.

Assessment Format

English Assessments are offered both online and in person.

For online assessments, detailed instructions and an access link will be emailed 24 to 48 hours before your scheduled assessment. On the day of the assessment, you will complete the speaking interview with a trained assessor and submit your writing sample during a live session.

For in-person assessments, you will complete both components at our Newnham Campus under the supervision of trained assessors. Specific room details will be emailed to you 24 – 48 hours before your scheduled assessment.

Results are sent via email 3 to 5 business days following an assessment.

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ELL100
English Assessment and Placement
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In the ELL assessment, trained assessors determine students' level of English language proficiency. The assessment includes an individual speaking interview and a one-hour invigilated academic writing task. Dictionaries and other language aids are not permitted.

Please note: English Assessments are now entirely online! Detailed instructions and an access link will be emailed to you approximately 24-48 hours prior to your scheduled assessment. On the scheduled day / time of your assessment, you will join a live session with other registrants, where you will meet a trained assessor to complete the speaking assessment. You will then be guided through the set-up, completion and submission of your writing sample. The session also includes an overview of available English speaking and writing programs.

Ancillary Fees

Ancillary fees will be added at checkout for program-based courses. Fees will vary based on the number of course registrations. Learn more about ancillary fees for part-time studies.




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Please note: Detailed instructions and an access link (for virtual sessions) will be emailed to you approximately 24-48 hours prior to your scheduled assessment. On the scheduled day / time of your assessment, you will join an online or in-person session with other registrants, where you will meet a trained assessor to complete the speaking assessment. You will then be guided through the set-up, completion and submission of your writing sample. The session also includes an overview of available English speaking and writing programs.

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For questions related to this program or its curriculum, please connect with our academic team.

Martina Vassallo
Program Assistant
Martina.Vassallo@senecapolytechnic.ca
437.312.0624

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