College and University Pathway Programs

 – COVID-19 Situation Update –

At Heartland, we recognize that this is a difficult time, and has likely created a stressful academic situation for many people. Please know that students can still apply and study in a Pathway Program at Heartland. We continue to accept students into our programs, as we are currently offering classes entirely online through a teacher-led, live and interactive platform. 

As a Designated Learning Institute (DLI), Heartland welcomes all students who are finding themselves in need of an English Language program that qualifies for a study permit extension.  As of August 4th, 2020, both our Winnipeg and Mississauga locations are open  for in-person classes.  Students who are still unable to travel to Canada can start and finish their Pathway Program entirely online. Students who begin their studies online and are able to finish their courses in person, will also be welcome to do so. 

Students interested in pursing a college or university program at one of our partner schools will still need to meet with the requirements outlined here and meet with the other admission requirements as set by their desired college or university.  

Prepare yourself for a Canadian college or university and improve your English skills to meet post secondary language requirements.  You will learn the skills needed to succeed in degree and college level courses and receive a Conditional Letter of Acceptance to respected colleges and universities.

The Pathway Programs provide:

• Monitoring of academic performance and on-going academic counseling
• Information sessions by select colleges for students.
• A bridge program with Booth University College for students to study English before their Fall term begins

Pathway Program requirements:

• Students must indicate that they are pathway on their application and the college they are intending to attend.
• Students must complete a minimum of 10 or 20 weeks in the level required to meet the college level requirement.
• Students must achieve the minimum required passing mark to meet the college level requirement (including marks from weekly tests, attendance, participation, homework, and presentations)
• If students test into a lower level than the one they require for the pathway, they must complete 10 weeks of the lower level and then the 10 – 20 weeks in the level required to complete the Pathway program. Please note that this means students could spend 10 – 30 or more weeks depending on their English level when they begin. Please account for your time at Heartland accordingly.

These scores are approximate equivalencies:

We also offer an online English Placement Assessment test.  Please find out more here