Admission requirements
Program-specific
- This program is available to permanent residents of Canada and Convention refugees only. See ESL program options for domestic students by visiting English as a Second Language. See English Language requirements for international students by visiting VCC International.
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Potential LINC students must have their language ability assessed using The Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT). This test can be done at specific locations in Metro Vancouver.
For people living in Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Richmond, South Delta, Burnaby or New Westminster, apply to:
Western ESL Services
LINC Assessment and Referral Centre
208-2525 Commercial Drive
Vancouver, B.C. V5N 4C1
Phone: 604.876.5756
Fax: 604.876.0134For people living in Surrey, North Delta, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Maple Ridge or the Fraser Valley, apply to:
Surrey Language Assessment Centre
LINC Assessment and Referral Centre
202-7337 137 Street
Surrey, B.C., V3W 1A4
Phone: 604.507.4150
Fax: 604.507.4155 -
Once you have your CLBPT results, bring them to:
LINC Office
1155 E Broadway
Vancouver, BC
Room 3759 3rd
Floor Building A
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., 2 - 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., 2 - 5 p.m., 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Friday: Closed
General
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free in academic upgrading, university transfer or English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses.
Courses
*| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LINC 0601H | LINC 1 Half Time | 0 |
| LINC 0602H | LINC 2 Half Time | 0 |
| LINC 0603H | LINC 3 Half Time | 0 |
| LINC 0603F | LINC 3 Full Time | 0 |
| LINC 0604H | LINC 4 Half Time | 0 |
| LINC 0604F | LINC 4 Full Time | 0 |
| LINC 0605H | LINC 5 Half Time | 0 |
| LINC 0605F | LINC 5 Full Time | 0 |
| LINC 0606H | LINC 6 Half Time | 0 |
| LINC 0606F | LINC 6 Full Time | 0 |
| LINC 0607H | LINC 7 Half Time | 0 |
| LINC 0607F | LINC 7 Full Time | 0 |
| LINC 0608H | LINC 8 Half Time | 0 |
| ELSK 0346 | Improve Your Pronunciation Beginner Focus A | 0 |
| ELSK 0446 | Improve Your Grammar Beginner Focus A | 0 |
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and other costs
*Approved Adult Upgrading Grant may cover the cost of these classes. See Financial Aid for Applications.
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 0 | |
| Tuition | 0 |
Tuition Breakdown
0 - 1
0 - 2
0 - 3
0 - 4
|
| Student union | 55 | per term |
| College initiative | 0 | per course |
| Materials | 0 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | 0 | |
| Laundry | 0 | |
| Tools (deposit) | 0 | |
| Coverall (deposit) | 0 | |
| Uniform (deposit) | 0 | |
| Medical & Dental | 0 | |
| U-PASS | 43 |
per month subject to eligibility |
| Graduation | 0 | |
| Program specific extra fees | 0 | |
| Total |
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* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a $300 non-refundable deposit.
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
Apply now
Please review Admissions requirements for information on how to apply and obtain test results.
Visit the Registrar's Office at our Broadway or Downtown campus
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