Words (Core Vocabulary)
- college / university / polytechnic / continuing education
- program / certificate / diploma / degree / micro-credential
- admissions / application / prerequisite / placement test
- transcript / credential evaluation (e.g., WES)
- tuition / fees / deposit / payment plan
- scholarship / bursary / student loan
- part-time / full-time / online / hybrid / in-person
- course registration / add–drop / waitlist / prerequisite override
- syllabus / workload / credit / GPA
- program advisor / office hours
Phrases (Explore, apply, register)
- I’m interested in the [program] certificate—what are the prerequisites and application deadlines?
- Do you accept international transcripts, or do I need a credential evaluation?
- Could I speak with a program advisor about course selection?
- When does registration open, and how does the waitlist work?
- Are there scholarships or bursaries for part-time students?
During the term
- I need to add/drop [course code]—what’s the deadline and refund policy?
- Could we set a study plan based on work hours?
Contextual Examples (Natural, everyday)
- Inquiry: I’m comparing online vs. evening options for the Project Management certificate—admissions requirements?
- Registration: Prerequisite override request for STAT 200—transcript attached.
- Aid: Do you offer payment plans or installments for tuition?
Collocations & Phrases (bold the key words)
Admissions
- review prerequisites
- submit transcripts
- request a credential evaluation
- pay the application fee
Registration
- meet advisors
- plan courses
- join a waitlist
- complete add–drop
Finances
- apply for a scholarship/bursary
- confirm deposit deadlines
- set up a payment plan
- budget for fees
Canadian Cultural Context (How to sound natural & polite)
- Many schools offer flexible schedules (evenings/online) for working adults.
- Bursaries are need-based; scholarships are often merit-based—ask both.
- International credentials may need evaluation; advisors can guide you to the right service.
Extra Mini-Patterns (plug-and-play)
- Advisor ask: “Could I book 20 minutes with a program advisor to plan first-term courses?”
- Deadline check: “What’s the application deadline and deposit due date for Fall?”
- Aid: “Are there bursaries for part-time learners, and how do I apply?”