The ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏÍø English Assessment (DCOE) is a computer-based assessment that meets the general English requirements for studying at ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏÍø.
- Who Should Write
- What to Bring to the Test
- Preparation for the Test
- Test Results
- Waiting Period for DCOE Rewrites
- How to Book an Assessment
Who Should Write
Any applicant to the College who cannot provide proof of our English proficiency requirement. The DCOE is free for applicants and current students.
What to Bring to the Test
Please bring:
- Government issued photo identification (ie: a passport, a driver's license)
- Your ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏÍø Student Number
- A pen or pencil
- An dictionary (see list below)
Approved dictionaries:
- Oxford Dictionary of Current English
- Oxford Canadian Dictionary of Current English
- Concise Oxford English Dictionary
- Merriam-Webster Dictionary
- Collins English Dictionary or Canadian English Dictionary– but not Collins CoBuild Advanced American English
We may accept other dictionaries as long as they are not electronic and do not contain a thesaurus.
Preparation for the Test
We use , a computer-adaptive assessment tool designed to evaluate students' reading and writing skills.
We recommend that you learn more about ACCUPLACER and access their free study materials before your assessment to ensure you receive the score you need for your classes.
Test Results
You will typically receive your test results and have an advising session with one of our Assessment Services Coordinators immediately after the assessment. However, kindly note that it can take up to 24 hours for results to be calculated, in which one of our Coordinators will contact you. If you are unsuccessful, they will provide alternative options to help you meet the College's English requirements.
Waiting Period for DCOE Rewrites:
You can rewrite the DCOE four months after your initial attempt, and you are allowed a maximum of two attempts every two years.
How to Book an Assessment
Visit our How to Book an Assessment test page.
You can register up to 48 hours (two business days) before your desired exam date. If you need to cancel, it must be done no later than 24 hours (one business day) before the exam.