TAFE QUEENSLAND ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM

INTENSIVE STUDENT INTERNATIONALLY COURSES SATISFACTION RECOGNISED ABOUT TAFE ALMOST QUEENSLAND % As the largest and most experienced 90 provider of vocational education OF OUR and training in Queensland, GRADUATES TAFE Queensland trains more than GO ON TO 125,000 students in over 600 program areas annually, offering specialised WORK OR education and training to students FURTHER from over 90 countries. STUDY

TAFE Queensland’s geographic reach gives students the opportunity to study, work and live in communities that are safe, vibrant and supportive.

Whatever your career or study goal, one of our English language courses offered across both our and Gold Coast regions will be sure to suit your needs.

OUR PARTNERS 125,000 STUDENTS ANNUALLY OVER ENGLISH 200+ QUALITY | SUPPORT | ASSURANCE INTERNATIONAL COURSES 130 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE IN DELIVERING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING 2 | tafeqld.edu.au/international WHY STUDY ENGLISH AT TAFE QUEENSLAND CAMPUSES?

TAFE QUEENSLAND offers high quality full time English Language Programs designed to set students on the path to reaching the English language level they need to advance their future studies.

With a history spanning more than 130 years, TAFE Queensland is the leading government provider of education and training in Queensland.

TAFE Queensland’s English Language Programs are designed in consultation with employers, which opens up professional opportunities and gives students the best chance to secure a successful future in the workplace.

Small class size between 12-18 students with an average class size of 15 students to ensure maximum personal attention.

Student’s progress is monitored by teachers through weekly tests, evaluation and feedback.

All teachers at TAFE Queensland are fully qualified with university level qualifications in teaching English to non-native speakers. All teachers participate in regular professional development to ensure that they are up to date with curriculum, technology and teaching strategies.

Both TAFE Queensland Brisbane and TAFE Queensland Gold Coast have large, modern campuses with state-of- the-art facilities and easy access to public transport, giving students the experience of studying English programs at ‘university environment’ campuses.

Our campuses offer a range of on-site services and facilities including cafes, libraries, and welfare and counselling services. Our South Bank campus has additional facilities including an on-site gym and sports hall.

Classes mix students from many markets including Asia, Europe and Latin America.

Student mix as at January 2016. South East Asia 22% East Asia 36% Europe 10% Latin America 28% Others – Africa, India, Pacific, Middle East 4%

English Language Program | 3 TAFE Queensland Brisbane South Bank campus

Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland and with a population of over 2.3 million it’s the third-largest city in Australia. Brisbane is a metropolitan and multicultural city and a major transport hub to popular tourist destinations in Queensland and throughout Australia. It’s also within easy reach of the Gold and Sunshine Coasts, with pristine beaches only an hours’ drive away. Brisbane is also considered Queensland’s cultural district when it comes to arts and entertainment. A full annual calendar of events usually features opera, ballet, musicals, concerts, theatre performances, and a range of art exhibitions to choose from. This also includes an open-air moonlight cinemas to make the most of Brisbane’s perfect weather.

TAFE Queensland Gold Coast Southport campus

With a population of over 591,000, the Gold Coast is the second largest city in Queensland. Located along over 70 kilometres of pristine coastline, the Gold Coast offers a relaxed, beach lifestyle with a big city vibe. On the Gold Coast you’re spoiled with choice with Brisbane city, World Heritage listed rainforest hinterland, and the tourist mecca of Byron Bay only an hours’ drive away. If that’s not enough, the city is home to iconic theme parks and is the host city of the 2018 Commonwealth Games. With over 300 days of sunshine a year there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the regions many attractions.

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GENERAL ENGLISH PROGRAM

General English – has a focus on developing the English ENTRY REQUIREMENTS language and communicative skills needed for social and work situations and daily life activities. It may also provide There are no entry requirements for TAFE Queensland’s students with a pathway to TAFE Queensland’s English for General English programs. Students are tested on their Academic Purposes courses or IELTS preparation classes. first day to determine their course class level. Students progress through levels as their English 20 hours face to face in class teaching, Monday to Friday 8:15am to 12:30pm language skills improve Minimum length of two weeks, though at least 12 weeks Four levels from elementary to upper intermediate, 12 weeks per level study is recommended

Classes start every Monday (except for Australian public holidays)

Weekly revision test and structured teacher feedback

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC IELTS PURPOSES (EAP) PREPARATION

English for Academic Purposes – this advanced IELTS Preparation – this program offers students English program teaches the terminology and language intensive practice and preparation for both the IELTS skills needed to be successful at further academic Academic and General Training examinations. study. Successful completion will give students direct 20 hours face to face in class teaching, entry into any TAFE Queensland certificate or diploma Monday to Friday 8:15am to 12:30pm with English entry requirement equivalent to academic IELTS 5.5 overall. Classes starting on every Monday (except for Australian public holidays) Two intakes per year, March and September Successful completion of this course guarantees placement 20 hours per week intensive face to face teaching, offered at the specialised TAFE Queensland Gold Coast Monday to Friday 8:15am to 12:30pm IELTS Testing Centre, Southport. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Student must have academic IELTS overall score of Students need to be at an upper intermediate general 5.0 with no individual score lower than 4.5, or pass the English level. TAFE Queensland placement test. Minimum booking of two weeks, though at least 12 weeks booking is recommended.

English Language Program | 5 COURSES

ISLPR ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES PREPARATION PROGRAM (EAP) - NURSING

ISLPR Preparation Program – ISLPR stands for English for Academic Purposes - Nursing – this course International Second Language Proficiency Rating. is specifically designed for students who intend to enrol This course prepares students for this test. A formal into the Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Division 2) at TAFE ISLPR examination will be taken in the final week of Queensland. There is a focus on the English language this course. knowledge and skills required for success at a tertiary level in the specific field of nursing and health care. Satisfactory Four intakes per year, January, March, May and completion of this program will give students without October. Each intake is six weeks (except for the IELTS 6.5 access to diploma level formal nursing programs, January intake, which is four weeks) provided they also meet the other entry requirements for the program. Three intake periods per year in March, May Two intake periods per year in April and September and October 20 hours per week intensive face to face teaching, 20 hours per week intensive face to face teaching, Monday to Friday 8:15am to 12:30pm Monday to Friday 8:15am to 12:30pm ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 (no individual Successful completion of TAFE Queensland’s General score lower than 5.5), ISLPR test score 3 across all four English at Intermediate level, or satisfactory result in skills or successful completion of a TAFE Queensland ELICOS placement test at TAFE Queensland. English language program at an appropriate level.

ISLPR EXAMINATION

ISLPR Examination is an English test taken by those who want to gain entry into formal courses. The test takes about two hours for all four skill areas:

Speaking

Listening

Reading

Writing

The test is offered at TAFE Queensland and can be arranged by contacting: [email protected]

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GENERAL ENGLISH COURSES

GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH 12 WEEKS 12 WEEKS 12 WEEKS 12 WEEKS $270 PER WEEK $270 PER WEEK $270 PER WEEK $270 PER WEEK $80 MATERIAL FEE $80 MATERIAL FEE $80 MATERIAL FEE $80 MATERIAL FEE

PRE- UPPER - PRE- ELEMENTARY INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED

ACADEMIC & EXAMINATION PREPARATION COURSES

EAP GENERAL EAP NURSING 12 WEEKS 10 WEEKS $270 PER WEEK $3,500 TOTAL $80 MATERIAL FEE $80 MATERIAL FEE

IELTS 1 IELTS 2 12 WEEKS 12 WEEKS $270 PER WEEK $270 PER WEEK $80 MATERIAL FEE $80 MATERIAL FEE

ISLPR EAP PREPARATION BUSINESS 12 WEEKS 10 WEEKS $270 PER WEEK $3,500 TOTAL $80 MATERIAL FEE $80 MATERIAL FEE

APPROXIMATE EXIT LEVEL EQUIVALENCIES

IELTS 5.5 IELTS 6.0 IELTS 6.5

English Language Program | 7 2017 CALENDAR

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM

START CRICOS PROGRAM COST OF STUDY PROGRAM NAME REGIONS CODE CODE (TOTAL) LOCATION DURATION (INTAKE)

GENERAL ENGLISH

TAFE Queensland Brisbane 089652F $270 South Bank 2 Weeks Any Monday English Language Program: per Week (TAFE Brisbane minimum General English CRICOS 03020E) Gold Coast (Elementary to Southport Upper-Intermediate) (TAFE Gold Coast CRICOS 03037G)

IELTS PREPARATION

TAFE Queensland Brisbane 089652F $270 South Bank 2 Weeks Any Monday English Language Program: per Week (TAFE Brisbane minimum IELTS Preparation 1 CRICOS 03020E) Gold Coast Southport (TAFE Gold Coast CRICOS 03037G)

TAFE Queensland Brisbane 089652F $270 South Bank 2 Weeks Any Monday English Language Program: per Week (TAFE Brisbane minimum IELTS Preparation 2 CRICOS 03020E) Gold Coast Southport (TAFE Gold Coast CRICOS 03037G)

ISLPR PREPARATION

TAFE Queensland Brisbane 089652F $270 South Bank 4 to 6 31/10/2016 English Language Program: per Week (TAFE Brisbane Weeks 02/01/2017 ISLPR Preparation CRICOS 03020E) 20/03/2017 02/05/2017 30/10/2017

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES

TAFE Queensland Brisbane 089652F $3,240 South Bank 12 Weeks 19/09/2016 English Language Program: (TAFE Brisbane 02/01/2017 English for Academic CRICOS 03020E) Gold Coast 27/03/2017 Purposes (EAP) Southport (TAFE Gold Coast 26/06/2017 CRICOS 03037G 18/09/2017

English for Academic Brisbane 065357M FFS288-1 $3,500 South Bank 10 Weeks 26/09/2016 Purposes (EAP) - Nursing (TAFE Brisbane 03/04/2017 CRICOS 03020E) 25/09/2017

Materials fee ($88 per 12 week study period) applies to students starting the new curriculum and covers the costs of access to the online study portal and study work books. The materials fee is an additional cost and total payment of this fee is required upfront (at the time of acceptance). A one-off application fee of $150 also applies.

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TAFE Queensland Brisbane | RTO No. 0275 | CRICOS No. 03020E | TAFE Queensland Gold Coast | RTO No. 0083 | CRICOS No. 03037G TAFE Queensland East Coast | RTO No. 0418 | CRICOS No. 02004B | TAFE Queensland SkillsTech | RTO No. 31396 | CRICOS No. 02014M TAFE Queensland North | RTO No. 0542 | CRICOS No. 02012B | TAFE Queensland South West | RTO No. 0526 | CRICOS No. 02011C Disclaimer: All information was accurate at time of publication; however, TAFE Queensland policies, tuition fees, competencies and course content is subject to change without notice. Students must be minimum of 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age within their first year of study. Under 18 students on student visa must maintain suitable welfare arrangement until they turn 18. For comprehensive details including course descriptions, codes, fees, start dates and more, visit tafeqld.edu.au/international.