---Me---
Dear Professor Leong,

My name is Mohammad Mousazadeh, and I am writing to inquire about the English language proficiency requirement for the Master's program in Applied Linguistics – TESL at Brock University.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in English Language Translation from Iran and have completed an online TESOL certificate program through Arizona State University. I also have over 16 years of professional experience as an EFL teacher, including extensive work as an IELTS instructor.

In November 2022, I took the TOEFL iBT and received a total score of 101 (with 28 in Speaking and Writing, 25 in Listening, and 20 in Reading). While I understand that many institutions require scores to be within a two-year validity window, I would like to ask if, given my academic background and extensive professional experience in English language instruction, it might still be possible for me to apply without retaking the TOEFL.

I would greatly appreciate any guidance you can provide regarding my eligibility under these circumstances and whether an exception or alternative form of language verification may be considered.

I have kindly attached my CV for your further reference. Thank you very much for your time and support. I look forward to hearing from you.

Warm regards,
Mohammad Mousazadeh
---Professor---

Dear Mohammad Mousazadeh, 

Thanks for your interest in the MA Applied Linguistics/TESL program at Brock University. Based on the info you mentioned, you need to provide proof of your English language proficiency since you do not have three or more years of post-secondary study at a Canadian institution or an institution in one of the exempt countries. However, your TOEFL score from 2022 is eligible for the MRP or Course-based stream (Bridged Entry) of this program. You have two options: 1. retake the TOEFL or IELTS to provide an updated score; or 2. submit your expired TOEFL score with your application and request a waiver for the English Proficiency Test submission requirements. For option 2, the program committee will make a decision during the review of your application.

More details on requesting a waiver of the English Proficiency Test submission requirements can be found here:  
https://brocku.ca/graduate-studies/future-students/international/english-language-proficiency/

If you decide to apply, please submit your application as soon as possible, considering that you will need time to apply for a visa/study permit to study in Canada. As well, you will likely need to take the 8-week preparatory course (online) from July to August for Bridge Entry.

Here are the application details for you:

Program options include: 
Course-based route (non-funded, 12 months)
Research-based routes: Major Research Paper (funded*, 12 months) and Thesis (funded*, 2 years) 
*The funding package includes fellowships and TAships. Additional funding may be available through scholarships and graduate awards.

Please note that those who apply for the Thesis stream, unless they already have a confirmed supervisor, will likely be placed in the MRP stream if their application is accepted.

The Admissions Committee will ultimately make the determination based on the official documentation you submit. 

Application Deadline:  
This program accepts students once a year, with the application deadline of January 15th for September admission. We are still accepting applications past the original deadline, so if you've decided to apply, please submit your application.

To apply, please complete the online application at
https://www.ouac.on.ca/apply/brockgrad/en_CA/program/detail/program/b0028 

On the application form, select the course-based route or research-based route of your choice. 
It is not necessary to specify a supervisor on the application form (You may leave the line blank on the form) unless you are applying to the thesis route. 
In addition to the transcript(s), resume, Statement of Intent, and IELTS/TOEFL report (if applicable), applicants are required to provide the names and email addresses of three referees who will be contacted and invited to submit a reference report. 
(Note: Academic referees are preferred. However, if you cannot find academic referees, professional referees can be used. A professional referee is an individual, such as an employer or your work supervisor, who has worked with you in a professional capacity.)
Please contact us if you need assistance in completing the online application. 

Costs for the MA program: 
https://brocku.ca/social-sciences/applied-linguistics/graduate-program/program-costs/

It is worth noting that graduate funding is available for full-time research-based students in MRP or thesis stream. Additional financial support may also be available through scholarships and graduate awards. To learn more about the funding package, please visit the following webpage:
https://brocku.ca/graduate-studies/scholarships-awards/funding/

Program information: 
Website - https://brocku.ca/social-sciences/applied-linguistics/graduate-program/ 
Academic Catalog with Course Descriptions -
https://calendar.brocku.ca/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=3545&returnto=336

Attached is a brochure of our MA Applied Linguistics TESL program.  We do hope you will continue to have an interest in joining us here in beautiful Niagara, Canada. Please contact us with additional questions you may have or visit brocku.ca/tesl for information on our TESL programs.

Regards,
Mae
____________________________________________________________________________________
Mae Leong, OCT, MSc
Graduate Program Assistant

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Write a short response to professor Leong and say I'm interested in this program at Brock University and say waiving my toefl will be great. Thank for the informative information and the links and say I'll review the material in more details.---Me---
Dear Professor Leong,

My name is Mohammad Mousazadeh, and I am writing to inquire about the English language proficiency requirement for the Master's program in Applied Linguistics – TESL at Brock University.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in English Language Translation from Iran and have completed an online TESOL certificate program through Arizona State University. I also have over 16 years of professional experience as an EFL teacher, including extensive work as an IELTS instructor.

In November 2022, I took the TOEFL iBT and received a total score of 101 (with 28 in Speaking and Writing, 25 in Listening, and 20 in Reading). While I understand that many institutions require scores to be within a two-year validity window, I would like to ask if, given my academic background and extensive professional experience in English language instruction, it might still be possible for me to apply without retaking the TOEFL.

I would greatly appreciate any guidance you can provide regarding my eligibility under these circumstances and whether an exception or alternative form of language verification may be considered.

I have kindly attached my CV for your further reference. Thank you very much for your time and support. I look forward to hearing from you.

Warm regards,
Mohammad Mousazadeh
---Professor---

Dear Mohammad Mousazadeh, 

Thanks for your interest in the MA Applied Linguistics/TESL program at Brock University. Based on the info you mentioned, you need to provide proof of your English language proficiency since you do not have three or more years of post-secondary study at a Canadian institution or an institution in one of the exempt countries. However, your TOEFL score from 2022 is eligible for the MRP or Course-based stream (Bridged Entry) of this program. You have two options: 1. retake the TOEFL or IELTS to provide an updated score; or 2. submit your expired TOEFL score with your application and request a waiver for the English Proficiency Test submission requirements. For option 2, the program committee will make a decision during the review of your application.

More details on requesting a waiver of the English Proficiency Test submission requirements can be found here:  
https://brocku.ca/graduate-studies/future-students/international/english-language-proficiency/

If you decide to apply, please submit your application as soon as possible, considering that you will need time to apply for a visa/study permit to study in Canada. As well, you will likely need to take the 8-week preparatory course (online) from July to August for Bridge Entry.

Here are the application details for you:

Program options include: 
Course-based route (non-funded, 12 months)
Research-based routes: Major Research Paper (funded*, 12 months) and Thesis (funded*, 2 years) 
*The funding package includes fellowships and TAships. Additional funding may be available through scholarships and graduate awards.

Please note that those who apply for the Thesis stream, unless they already have a confirmed supervisor, will likely be placed in the MRP stream if their application is accepted.

The Admissions Committee will ultimately make the determination based on the official documentation you submit. 

Application Deadline:  
This program accepts students once a year, with the application deadline of January 15th for September admission. We are still accepting applications past the original deadline, so if you've decided to apply, please submit your application.

To apply, please complete the online application at
https://www.ouac.on.ca/apply/brockgrad/en_CA/program/detail/program/b0028 

On the application form, select the course-based route or research-based route of your choice. 
It is not necessary to specify a supervisor on the application form (You may leave the line blank on the form) unless you are applying to the thesis route. 
In addition to the transcript(s), resume, Statement of Intent, and IELTS/TOEFL report (if applicable), applicants are required to provide the names and email addresses of three referees who will be contacted and invited to submit a reference report. 
(Note: Academic referees are preferred. However, if you cannot find academic referees, professional referees can be used. A professional referee is an individual, such as an employer or your work supervisor, who has worked with you in a professional capacity.)
Please contact us if you need assistance in completing the online application. 

Costs for the MA program: 
https://brocku.ca/social-sciences/applied-linguistics/graduate-program/program-costs/

It is worth noting that graduate funding is available for full-time research-based students in MRP or thesis stream. Additional financial support may also be available through scholarships and graduate awards. To learn more about the funding package, please visit the following webpage:
https://brocku.ca/graduate-studies/scholarships-awards/funding/

Program information: 
Website - https://brocku.ca/social-sciences/applied-linguistics/graduate-program/ 
Academic Catalog with Course Descriptions -
https://calendar.brocku.ca/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=3545&returnto=336

Attached is a brochure of our MA Applied Linguistics TESL program.  We do hope you will continue to have an interest in joining us here in beautiful Niagara, Canada. Please contact us with additional questions you may have or visit brocku.ca/tesl for information on our TESL programs.

Regards,
Mae
____________________________________________________________________________________
Mae Leong, OCT, MSc
Graduate Program Assistant

---END CONTEXT--- 

Write a short response to professor Leong and say I'm interested in this program at Brock University and say waiving my toefl will be great. Thank for the informative information and the links and say I'll review the material in more details.