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Innocent HeartsSecondary School · Est. 2012
ENG4UGrade 12University Preparation1 credit

English

English · Grade 12 · University Preparation

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Course description

This course emphasizes the consolidation of the literacy, communication, and critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life. Students will analyse a range of challenging literary texts from various periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and evaluate informational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on using academic language coherently and confidently, selecting the reading strategies best suited to particular texts and particular purposes for reading, and developing greater control in writing. The course is intended to prepare students for university, college, or the workplace.

Prerequisite

English, Grade 11, University Preparation (ENG3U)

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About ENG4U

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Is ENG4U from Innocent Hearts accepted by universities and colleges?

Yes. Innocent Hearts is inspected by the Ontario Ministry of Education (BSID 886638), so ENG4U earns a full Ontario credit that appears on your Ontario Student Transcript and is accepted by universities and colleges. We can also report your final mark to OUAC or OCAS.

How long does it take to complete ENG4U?

ENG4U includes 110 hours of instruction. In our four-term system you take it alongside one other course and finish in about ten weeks; summer and fast-track online options can be quicker.

Can I take ENG4U online or at night?

Yes. ENG4U can be taken full-time during the day, part-time on evenings and weekends, or through our online hybrid model with live classes. Summer availability varies by session — contact us to confirm dates.

What do I need to enrol in ENG4U?

You'll need proof that you've completed the prerequisite (English, Grade 11, University Preparation (ENG3U)) — usually a transcript or report card — plus proof of status in Canada.

Admissions open year-round

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Term 2 begins November 16, 2026. Seats are limited by design — our classes stay small so every student is known.

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