This program is designed to prepare students whose English needs some fine-tuning and development for successful entry in Yorkville University undergraduate degree programs and Toronto Film School diploma programs. The Pathway Program is designed to assist students in adjusting to an English academic environment, addressing such skills as: academic writing (style, syntax, cohesiveness etc.), group discussions (presenting proposals, agreeing and disagreeing, organizing ideas), analyzing academic reading materials, critical thinking, delivering effective presentations, and research and referencing. This course also addresses any important differences in academic culture in an effort to reduce the likelihood of any cross-cultural misunderstandings.
The ESL Pathway Program enables students with less than the minimum required IELTS scores, to be accepted to Yorkville University/Toronto Film School programs in Ontario. The ESL Pathway offers three levels of study with content focused on improving your English academic skills.
The levels are each 12 weeks in duration and involve 25 hours of instruction per week. All students will have access to on-going language and international student services during their studies at Yorkville University.
The ESL Pathway program is offered at our Davisville Campus: 1835 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON, M4S 1X8, Canada.
Oxford Placement Test
Students applying to Yorkville University/Toronto Film School programs in Ontario without an IELTS score will be asked to complete the Oxford Placement Test to determine their placement in either Beginner Pathway, Level 1, or Level 2 of the ESL Pathway Program.
Students with an IELTS score of at least 5.5 (or equivalent) but below 6.0 are able to enroll in Yorkville University’s or Toronto Film School’s regular academic programs. English for Academic Purposes (EAP) is a required course in their first term of studies. There is no additional cost to the program when students take the EAP course.
WHAT SETS THE PROGRAM APART
INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
You will be mentored by a variety of award-winning and in-demand professionals who will provide the most current industry insights and best practices, as well as exciting networking opportunities.
OUR STUDENTS WIN AWARDS
Toronto Film School is known for shaping award-winning graduates who go on to become industry leaders and excel in their chosen field.
TOP-RANKED
Toronto Film School is one of Canada's top-ranked film schools.
REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
Courses and projects at Toronto Film School are designed to emulate real world situations, so that students are prepared for their work and career after graduation.
DEGREE PATHWAY
We understand your current and future career demands. Through our articulation agreement with Yorkville University, you can fast-track your way to a Bachelor of Business Administration degree to gain the business skills required to advance your creative career.
PRIME CAMPUS LOCATIONS
With 4 campuses across Toronto, students can fully immerse themselves in the creative vibe of the city.
If you choose to study a diploma program at Toronto Film School, upon successful completion of your diploma, here are some of the exciting career options ahead of you:
• Director/ Producer
• Visual Effects Supervisor
• Film/ Television/ Theatre Actor
• Voice-over artist for radio, TV, animation or video games
• Fashion Designer
• Costume Designer
• Product Developer
• Concept Artist
• Game Designer/Animator
• Motion Graphics Designer