English Courses

Overview

The General English (GE) course provides students with foundational skills in English, covering vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. It is integrated with the four macro skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. This course offers various levels from Beginner to Advanced.

Enrolment Information

Student: International
CRICOS Course Code: 113280C
Delivery Mode: On-campus, face-to-face (20 hours per week)
Campus locations: Melbourne Richmond campus
Duration: Maximum course duration – 62 weeks

Entry pre-requisites

  •  The entry is open to anyone able to read and write using a Roman script, with
    some knowledge of English.
  • The minimum age for entry is 18 years.
  • A placement test is conducted to assess and place students appropriately.

Enrolment and Progression Criteria

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Students can enter the course at the beginning of each week, and progression is flexible, allowing students to move to higher levels based on performance assessments.

Study mode

The course includes a minimum of 20 hours of face-to-face classroom instruction per week.

It uses a thematic syllabus where each week can stand alone, providing flexibility in learning progression.

Career opportunities

While the course primarily equips students with general English skills, it indirectly supports career opportunities by preparing students for further specialized English courses or academic studies that may lead to vocational or professional employment.

Skills Test Schedule

  • Skills assessments are conducted regularly as part of the ongoing evaluation process to ensure that students meet the required proficiency standards for their level.

Assessments Overview

  • Assessments include weekly tests, and student progress is reviewed periodically to ensure they meet the learning outcomes of the course. Students at risk of not meeting progress requirements receive additional support. Assessment is continuous, involving both formative and summative methods. Progress is monitored through weekly tests, and students are required to maintain at least an 80% attendance rate.