Graduate Preparation Program
About the Graduate Preparation Program
The Graduate Preparation Program (GPP) is an intensive 8-month program that specifically targets the language and academic skills that students need in order to be successful graduate students in Canada.
The General Pathway Option
This option is for students interested in applying for any graduate program in Canada. Students who complete this program will receive a GPP Diploma (General Pathway).
Completion of the GPP General Pathway does not guarantee admission to the University of Guelph or other degree programs. For information on admission to graduate programs please contact the Office of Graduate Studies.
For more information on GPP Pathway Programs, please contact the English Language Programs.
Courses
- Advanced Speaking
- Advanced Reading
- Advanced Writing
- Advanced Listening
- Writing at the Graduate Level
- IELTS Preparation
- Critical Listening and Speaking
- Critical analysis
Admission Requirements
To meet the requirements for entry into the GPP, you must have the following:
- A minimum of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent*
- Four-year bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a minimum B average
- Serious commitment to enrol in graduate studies
* A minimum intermediate level of English is required. If you are entering with an intermediate level of English, it could take a year or longer to complete the program, depending on your English proficiency and level placement.
For additional inquiries, please contact the English Language Programs.