Writing Assessment
The Writing Assessment is an instrument used to evaluate student readiness for post-secondary introductory English courses, Introductory Creative Writing, and Management 100. Except in the cases noted below, all students who wish to register in these courses must first write the Writing Assessment Exam and discuss their assessment with a counsellor. Student Services counsellors consider the assessment in recommending appropriate courses.
Exemption from writing the Writing Assessment Exam is granted in the following circumstances:
- Students who have attained an ‘A’ in English 12 may enroll in introductory English courses (100 level), MGMT 100, or Introductory Creative Writing without completing the Writing Assessment.
- Students who have attained a ‘C’ or better in a university articulated post-secondary English course may enroll in any NLC introductory English course, MGMT 100 or Introductory Creative Writing without completing the Writing Assessment.
Note: Completing the Writing Assessment is also recommended for students who wish to enroll in English 099. Students are encouraged to complete the Writing Assessment Exam well in advance of the semester in which they intend to take any of the courses mentioned above. Further information about the Assessment may be obtained at Student Services.