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Overview

Introduction

The Certificate in English Proficiency programme is designed to provide a reasonable proficiency in English for younger students who take English as a second language (ESL) enabling them to progress to higher academic programmes.

There are 5 levels in the programme and each level develops the four language skills (Speaking, Writing, Listening and Reading) progressively through coursework and exams.

The programme’s coursework is designed to improve the student’s language skills as well as build confidence in speaking and presenting in English to better prepare students in progressing to higher academic programmes

Course Highlights

  • Hone Presentation and Writing Skills

    Practice presentations to sharpen oral communication skills to fluently communicate in English.

  • Designed for ESL students

    To provide a strong foundation in academic English for ESL students

  • Grasp Academic English

    Understand reading and writing skills necessary for academic programmes and converse fluently in English.

Duration

12 months

Learning Mode

Blended (City Campus & online)

Levels

  • Certificate in English Proficiency Level 1
  • Certificate in English Proficiency Level 2
  • Certificate in English Proficiency Level 3
  • Certificate in English Proficiency Level 4
  • Certificate in English Proficiency Level 5

Lesson duration: on average 2 - 3 hours per session

Intakes

  • January
  • March
  • May
  • July
  • September
  • November

Minimum Class Size
8

Mode of Assessment
Assessment of this programme include coursework and final examinations.

Maximum Candidature
24 months

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate, students have to:

  • Pass all levels of examination (Level 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5), with the exception of exempted levels.
  • Fulfil attendance requirement

*To progress to the next level (CEP L1-4) / programme (CEP L5), students must achieve a minimum of 50% in the written exam component and attain at least 50% in their overall score, which encompasses both coursework and exams

Academic Requirements

  • Completed Year 8

Minimum Age Requirement:

  • 14 years old

English Language Requirement

  • IELTS score of 1.5 or equivalent; OR
  • PSB Academy English Placement Test*

*The PSB Academy English Placement Test is to assess student’s level of English language proficiency to be placed into levels 1 to 5. Students are then placed in the appropriate level depending on their English placement test score. Level placement exemptions will be applied accordingly.

International Qualifications

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Course Fee

International Students:

  • Course Fee: S$14,715.00

Other Mandatory Fees

International students:

  • Application Fee: S$490
  • Student Development and Administration Fee: S$1,230

Miscellaneous Fees

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