Enriched Support Program
Centre for Initiatives in Education
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
1401 Dunton Tower
Telephone: (613) 520-6624
Fax: (613) 520-2515
Office Hours Monday to Friday, 9:30-1:30 Director: Dennis Forcese
Assistant Director: Christine Adam
Recruitment and Student Advising: Susan Burhoe
Tutorial Coordination: Rachelle Thibodeau
General Information
The Enriched Support Program (ESP) is operated by the Centre for Initiatives
in Education (CIE). The ESP is a program for students whose academic potential
has not been realized in high school and who do not meet university admission
requirements. The program gives these students the opportunity to prove
their abilities within the context of university-level courses. ESP students
attend two to three courses with regularly admitted students and are graded
according to the same standards. ESP students also enrol in mandatory,
content-related workshops designed to provide the academic support these
students need to make the transition to university-level work.
All currently registered and prospective ESP students (see Student Classification,
below), should contact the CIE for application and registrarial information.
Admission to the ESP
Students wishing to apply for admission to the ESP should contact the
CIE.
ESP Student Classification
ESP students fall under the Special Student designation at Carleton University.
Special students are those who have not been admitted to a degree program
but who are taking degree-credit courses to qualify for admission, to
improve professional qualifications, for transfer credit or for personal
interest.
ESP Students
Under the Special Student designation, ESP students enrol in the same
courses and meet the same course requirements as students in degree programs
and may register for day, evening, instructional television or (under
special circumstances) Tapes-to-You courses at a distance.
All registrarial services for ESP students are provided through the Registrari's
Office. ESP students are also encouraged to consult the appropriate Faculty
regulations for information about degree programs they intend to apply
for upon successful completion of the ESP.
Proficiency in English
Since the instructional language of the University is English, applicants
to the ESP must be able to understand and be understood in English, both
written and oral. See section 4, English Language Requirements, in the
General Admissions Requirements and Procedures for the statement of policy
governing English language requirements for non-native speakers.
Course Load
Normally, ESP students may enrol in a maximum of 3.0 credits per academic
session (fall/winter) and no more than the equivalent of 1.5 credits (e.g.
three half-credit courses) in any one term. Course selection is limited
to ESP-designated courses with an emphasis on reading and writing skills.
For two of these courses, students also attend regular weekly small-group
workshops, where they are given extra support and guidance in dealing
with the course material. The workshops are designed to develop the skills
and strategies necessary for university-level critical thinking, analysis,
reading and writing.
ESP-Supported Courses
ESP students wishing to be admitted eventually to a degree program are
advised to note the specific Faculty requirements for course selection
and the admission requirements for Special and Mature entrants as they
are listed in this Calendar. ESP students who have not completed an OSSD
or equivalent may need to upgrade their qualifications by enrolling in
courses at the Qualifying-University year level. Individuals seeking admission
who need further information should inquire at the Admissions Services
or the ESP Student Advisory Office.
Course Change and Course Withdrawal
Please consult the Academic Regulations of the University section of
this Calendar.
Deferred Final Examinations
Please consult the Academic Regulations of the University section of
this Calendar.
Financial Assistance
ESP students interested in obtaining financial assitance are advised
to contact the Student Awards Office at 520- 3600.
Admission to a Degree Program upon Completion of ESP
ESP students are subject to the same admission requirements as Special
Students. These requirements are outlined in the Admissions Requirements
section of this Calendar. Normally, ESP students who have successfully
completed all 3.0 credits of their program with a B-average (CGPA of 7.0
or better) can be considered for admission to a three-year degree program
in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences or the Faculty of Public Affairs
and Management. ESP students wising to apply for admission to the Faculty
of Engineering or the Schools of Architecture, Business, Computer Science,
Industrial Design, Journalism, or Social Work are urged to consult with
Admissions Services or the Centre for Initiatives in Education.
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