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    Pathway Program Programs in ESL

    A pathway course is a class intended to help international students polish language skills alongside their initial focus area. Such courses are sometimes also referred to as foundation courses.

    What is a pathway program in ESL? English as a second language is most typically offered to international students. Even those with a significant aptitude in the language are often expected to participate in these courses. However, high scores on one of the sundry international standardized tests designed to ascertain a student's skills in various aspects of English, such as reading, writing and listening comprehension, might exempt a candidate from these ESL classes. More often than not, the choice as to whether participation is mandatory lies with the institution itself.

    ESL college courses seek to elevate skill levels in various aspects of the English language. For example, students might develop listening comprehension; many ESL courses are taught by native speakers. One might also expect to learn test-taking methods for certifications and develop English reading comprehension. All these skills tend to contribute to better social and academic performance.

    A pathway course is often no more or less than any other class at a given university. It is often best to check with the administration to determine the amount per credit hour.

    Pathway courses might prepare learners for any number of careers. Rather than prepare someone for a type of work or specific industry, these classes are often intended to help students interact with native speakers of English. The resulting proficiency could provide an edge for those applying to work in English-speaking countries— especially for positions such as marketing or sales, which require polished communication abilities. The skills obtained in these classes could also improve a candidacy bid for a position in international companies, even in positions such as engineering that do not focus on English communication.

    Pathway courses are often a useful catalyst for an international student’s integration, so it could be wise to pursue programs offering this option. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.