ReNEW: Tuition-Free Program For Canadian Newcomers
George Brown College has partnered with Scotiabank to offer newcomers a 10-week career readiness program designed to help navigate your career journey in Canada.
Get the Language Skills to Succeed in Canada!
Whether you’re looking to prepare for further study, a new career, or simply to enjoy everyday life in Canada, we offer a range of options to suit your specific English language needs.
Our School of English as a Second Language offers instruction in the heart of downtown Toronto. Whether you’re interested in studying full-time, part-time, or exploring Toronto, we have a program for you. As a George Brown College student, you have access to the benefits the college has to offer.
At George Brown we:
- have experienced teachers to ensure you are receiving the highest quality language instruction
- assess your language skills so you can customize and tailor your learning
- use the latest tools and technology in our interactive classrooms
- offer pathways to a variety of programs, including college diploma, degree and postgraduate degree programs
- organize social activities for you to practice English, make new friends, and explore Toronto
- offer flexibility with our full-time and part-time programs
How can we help you improve your English skills?
Find a program that's right for you
English as a Second Language (R901) – Apply to this part-time certificate to improve your personal, professional and academic English language skills
English for Professional Success (R902) – Apply to this program if you have advanced English skills and want to develop your professional communication skills.
Continuing Education ESL Pathway to George Brown College Certificates and Diplomas (R903) – Apply tot his program if you need to meet the English Language admission requirements for George Brown Certificate, Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate programs (without co-op).
Student Life
Get to know Toronto and your fellow students through our extensive student life program.
Staff Profiles
Check out the profiles of the many talented faculty and staff members at The School of English as a Second Language.
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Contact Us
If you have any questions, please get in touch! We’re happy to help you evaluate your options. We respond to most inquiries within 1 business day.
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry.
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All News and Announcements
Our thoughts are with Star Blanket Cree Nation after findings from ground-penetrating radar searches at the site of the former Lebret Indian Industrial School were announced.
Twenty-four new dental suites equipped with floor-to-ceiling glass and upgraded ventilation technology were part of a large expansion project. We named one of the suites in 123Dentist's honour.
With this award, George Brown College will be able to offer targeted research and innovation support to local industry and community partners, rapidly increasing their capacity across a range of areas.
We forged new partnerships, expanded international activities and took important steps to ensure we provide equitable, accessible and inclusive learning environments. A look back at what we accomplished in 2022.
George Brown College students consulted with community partners in Cape Town, South Africa, with the goal of helping youth-at-risk.
GBC's new Honours Bachelor of Science (Dental Hygiene) is a one-year, fully online degree completion program for dental hygienists looking for opportunities outside of clinical practice.
We are very proud to be named one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2023 — the seventh straight year we’ve made the list. The Greater Toronto’s Top Employers 2023 report was published in the Globe and Mail on Dec. 9. It highlights the reasons George Brown was once again chosen as a top employer...
Fashion designer, entrepreneur and George Brown College graduate Lesley Hampton has been honoured by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) for her professional success. The GBC community extends a big congratulations! CCAB announced this week that Hampton, a Fashion Techniques and...
