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General English & English for Academic Purposes

The purpose of the General English(GE) program is to meet the basic communication needs of the learners. It aims at developing basic English language skills, in order for the learners to gain social skills that are necessary to meet communication and cultural needs while travelling and participating in community contexts in Australia and other English-speaking countries.

 

The purpose of the English for an Academic Purpose (EAP) Program is to meet the academic skills required for the learners to gain an entry into vocational programs (VET) at Melbourne Education Institute or other education providers, TAFE and Universities in Australia or in tertiary education qualification.

CRICOS Code: 0100064

Proficiency Level – Elementary

1. Course duration

The course duration for General English I will follow the same description as mentioned:

Total Course Duration: 12 Weeks (Including break)

Duration of the course: 10 Weeks (without break)

Break: 2 Weeks (usually week 11 and 12, except during Christmas closure)

Contact hours per week: 20 hours

Total hours per week: 20 hours classroom-based (face-to-face) and 5 hours of unsupervised self-study per week.

Entry Point: First day of every week (Every Monday)

2. Entry requirements

 

General English I is a class-based course with self-learning time, classes will be held at the premises of the Melbourne Education Institute at Level 1, 310 King Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. It is a mandatory requirement for all ELICOS students to maintain a satisfactory attendance requirement of 80% or over at times.

·       Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.

Prior to enrolment, students may wish to evidence of prior English knowledge and skills by taking up an assessment to determine which level is the most appropriate for the student. This approach will also allow the staff to identify any special needs. Student willing to take the complete General English ELICOS course (all 5 levels), do not require previous knowledge of the English language. However, for those who do have previous experience, they can submit the results of previous examinations (IELTS or equivalent) to demonstrate their aptitude for the upcoming course, these may also be used for academic purposes. For most of the levels, there is the need to meet minimum English level requirements as listed in the table below.

Course Minimum entry requirement Prepares the candidate for
General English I No minimum entry requirements.  Prepare yourself casual contexts

Communicate at the workplace.

Prepare for General English II

3. Course fees

Please contact Melbourne Education Institute at 1800 986 100 for further details and ongoing specials (if applicable) on pricing.

Please refer to Fee and Refund Policy for further details on fees and refunds arrangements.

CRICOS Code: 0100065

Proficiency Level – Pre-Intermediate

1. Course duration

The course duration for General English II will follow the same description as mentioned:

Total Course Duration: 12 Weeks (Including break)

Duration of the course: 10 Weeks (without break)

Break: 2 Weeks (usually week 11 and 12, except during Christmas closure)

Contact hours per week: 20 hours

Total hours per week: 20 hours classroom-based (face-to-face) and 5 hours of unsupervised self-study per week.

Entry Point: First day of every week (Every Monday)

2. Entry requirements

General English II is a class-based course with self-learning time, classes will be held at the premises of the Melbourne Education Institute at Level 1, 310 King Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. It is a mandatory requirement for all ELICOS students to maintain a satisfactory attendance requirement of 80% or over at times.

·       Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.

Prior to enrolment, students may wish to evidence of prior English knowledge and skills by taking up an assessment to determine which level is the most appropriate for the student. This approach will also allow the staff to identify any special needs. Student willing to take the complete General English ELICOS course (all 5 levels), do not require previous knowledge of the English language. However, for those who do have previous experience, they can submit the results of previous examinations (IELTS or equivalent) to demonstrate their aptitude for the upcoming course, these may also be used for academic purposes. For most of the levels, there is the need to meet minimum English level requirements as listed in the table below.

Course Minimum entry requirement Prepares the candidate for
General English II Proficiency scores equivalent to:   Communicate in casual contexts.

Prepare for General English III

CEFR A1-A2
IELTS 3.5
PTE ACADEMIC 24
TOEFL 25

 

3. Course fees

Please contact Melbourne Education Institute at 1800 986 100 for further details and ongoing specials (if applicable) on pricing.

Please refer to Fee and Refund Policy for further details on fees and refunds arrangements.

CRICOS Code: 0100066

Proficiency Level – Intermediate

1.Course duration

The course duration for General English III will follow the same description as mentioned:

Total Course Duration: 12 Weeks (Including break)

Duration of the course: 10 Weeks (without break)

Break: 2 Weeks (usually week 11 and 12, except during Christmas closure)

Contact hours per week: 20 hours

Total hours per week: 20 hours classroom-based (face-to-face) and 5 hours of unsupervised self-study per week.

Entry Point: First day of every week (Every Monday)

2. Entry requirements

 

General English III is a class-based course with self-learning time, classes will be held at the premises of the Melbourne Education Institute at Level 1, 310 King Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. It is a mandatory requirement for all ELICOS students to maintain a satisfactory attendance requirement of 80% or over at times.

·       Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.

Prior to enrolment, students may wish to evidence of prior English knowledge and skills by taking up an assessment to determine which level is the most appropriate for the student. This approach will also allow the staff to identify any special needs. Student willing to take the complete General English ELICOS course (all 5 levels), do not require previous knowledge of the English language. However, for those who do have previous experience, they can submit the results of previous examinations (IELTS or equivalent) to demonstrate their aptitude for the upcoming course, these may also be used for academic purposes. For most of the levels, there is the need to meet minimum English level requirements as listed in the table below.

Course Minimum entry requirement Prepares the candidate for
General English III Proficiency scores equivalent to:   Communicate with others.

Prepare for General English IV

CEFR B1
IELTS 4
PTE ACADEMIC 27
TOEFL 31

3. Course fees

Please contact Melbourne Education Institute at 1800 986 100 for further details and ongoing specials (if applicable) on pricing.

Please refer to Fee and Refund Policy for further details on fees and refunds arrangements.

CRICOS Code: 0100067

Proficiency Level – Upper-Intermediate

1.Course duration

The course duration for General English IV will follow the same description as mentioned:

Total Course Duration: 12 Weeks (Including break)

Duration of the course: 10 Weeks (without break)

Break: 2 Weeks (usually week 11 and 12, except during Christmas closure)

Contact hours per week: 20 hours

Total hours per week: 20 hours classroom-based (face-to-face) and 5 hours of unsupervised self-study per week.

Entry Point: First day of every week (Every Monday)

2. Entry requirements

General English IV is a class-based course with self-learning time, classes will be held at the premises of the Melbourne Education Institute at Level 1, 310 King Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. It is a mandatory requirement for all ELICOS students to maintain a satisfactory attendance requirement of 80% or over at times.

·       Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.

Prior to enrolment, students may wish to evidence of prior English knowledge and skills by taking up an assessment to determine which level is the most appropriate for the student. This approach will also allow the staff to identify any special needs. Student willing to take the complete General English ELICOS course (all 5 levels), do not require previous knowledge of the English language. However, for those who do have previous experience, they can submit the results of previous examinations (IELTS or equivalent) to demonstrate their aptitude for the upcoming course, these may also be used for academic purposes. For most of the levels, there is the need to meet minimum English level requirements as listed in the table below.

Course Minimum entry requirement Prepares the candidate for
General English IV Proficiency scores equivalent to: Communicate in complex levels.

Prepare for General English V

CEFR B1-B2
IELTS 4.5
PTE ACADEMIC 30
TOEFL 32

3. Course fees

Please contact Melbourne Education Institute at 1800 986 100 for further details and ongoing specials (if applicable) on pricing.

Please refer to Fee and Refund Policy for further details on fees and refunds arrangements.

CRICOS Code: 0100068

Proficiency Level – Advanced

1.Course duration

The course duration for General English V will follow the same description as mentioned:

Total Course Duration: 12 Weeks (Including break)

Duration of the course: 10 Weeks (without break)

Break: 2 Weeks (usually week 11 and 12, except during Christmas closure)

Contact hours per week: 20 hours

Total hours per week: 20 hours classroom-based (face-to-face) and 5 hours of unsupervised self-study per week.

Entry Point: First day of every week (Every Monday)

2. Entry requirements

General English V is a class-based course with self-learning time, classes will be held at the premises of the Melbourne Education Institute at Level 1, 310 King Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. It is a mandatory requirement for all ELICOS students to maintain a satisfactory attendance requirement of 80% or over at times.

·       Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.

Prior to enrolment, students may wish to evidence of prior English knowledge and skills by taking up an assessment to determine which level is the most appropriate for the student. This approach will also allow the staff to identify any special needs. Student willing to take the complete General English ELICOS course (all 5 levels), do not require previous knowledge of the English language. However, for those who do have previous experience, they can submit the results of previous examinations (IELTS or equivalent) to demonstrate their aptitude for the upcoming course, these may also be used for academic purposes. For most of the levels, there is the need to meet minimum English level requirements as listed in the table below.

General English V Proficiency scores equivalent to:  At the workplace

Prepare for EAP I

CEFR B2
IELTS 5
PTE ACADEMIC 36
TOEFL 44

3. Course fees

Please contact Melbourne Education Institute at 1800 986 100 for further details and ongoing specials (if applicable) on pricing.

Please refer to Fee and Refund Policy for further details on fees and refunds arrangements.

CRICOS Code:0100069

Proficiency Level – Intermediate

1.Course duration

The course duration for English for Academic Purposes I will follow the same description as mentioned:

Total Course Duration: 12 Weeks (Including break)

Duration of the course: 10 Weeks (without break)

Break: 2 Weeks (usually week 11 and 12, except during Christmas closure)

Contact hours per week: 20 hours

Total hours per week: 20 hours classroom-based (face-to-face) and 5 hours of unsupervised self-study per week.

Entry Point: First day of every week (Every Monday)

2. Entry requirements

English for Academic Purposes I is a class-based course with self-learning time, classes will be held at the premises of the Melbourne Education Institute at Level 1, 310 King Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. It is a mandatory requirement for all ELICOS students to maintain a satisfactory attendance requirement of 80% or over at times.

·       Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.

Prior to enrolment, students may wish to evidence of prior English knowledge and skills by taking up an assessment to determine which level is the most appropriate for the student. This approach will also allow the staff to identify any special needs. Student willing to take the complete General English ELICOS course (all 5 levels), do not require previous knowledge of the English language. However, for those who do have previous experience, they can submit the results of previous examinations (IELTS or equivalent) to demonstrate their aptitude for the upcoming course, these may also be used for academic purposes. For most of the levels, there is the need to meet minimum English level requirements as listed in the table below.

Course Minimum entry requirement Prepares the candidate for
English for Academic Purposes I Proficiency scores equivalent to:  Communicate at workplace

English for Academic Purpose II (EAP II)

CEFR B1
IELTS 4.5
PTE ACADEMIC 30
TOEFL 32

3. Course fees

Please contact Melbourne Education Institute at 1800 986 100 for further details and ongoing specials (if applicable) on pricing.

Please refer to Fee and Refund Policy for further details on fees and refunds arrangements.

CRICOS Code: 0100070

Proficiency Level – Upper – Intermediate

1.Course duration

The course duration for English for Academic Purposes II will follow the same description as mentioned:

Total Course Duration: 12 Weeks (Including break)

Duration of the course: 10 Weeks (without break)

Break: 2 Weeks (usually week 11 and 12, except during Christmas closure)

Contact hours per week: 20 hours

Total hours per week: 20 hours classroom-based (face-to-face) and 5 hours of unsupervised self-study per week.

Entry Point: First day of every week (Every Monday)

2. Entry requirements

 

The English for Academic Purposes I course is a class-based course with self-learning time, classes will be held at the premises of the Melbourne Education Institute at Level 1, 310 King Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. It is a mandatory requirement for all ELICOS students to maintain a satisfactory attendance requirement of 80% or over at times.

·       Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.

Prior to enrolment, students may wish to evidence of prior English knowledge and skills by taking up an assessment to determine which level is the most appropriate for the student. This approach will also allow the staff to identify any special needs. Student willing to take the complete General English ELICOS course (all 5 levels), do not require previous knowledge of the English language. However, for those who do have previous experience, they can submit the results of previous examinations (IELTS or equivalent) to demonstrate their aptitude for the upcoming course, these may also be used for academic purposes. For most of the levels, there is the need to meet minimum English level requirements as listed in the table below.

Course Minimum entry requirement Prepares the candidate for
English for Academic Purposes II Proficiency scores equivalent to:  Advanced Diploma

Diploma

Certificate IV

Certificate III

Other VET Courses

EAP III

CEFR B1-B2
IELTS 5
PTE ACADEMIC 36
TOEFL 40

3. Course fees

Please contact Melbourne Education Institute at 1800 986 100 for further details and ongoing specials (if applicable) on pricing.

Please refer to Fee and Refund Policy for further details on fees and refunds arrangements.

CRICOS Code: 0100071

Proficiency Level – Advanced

1.Course duration

The course duration for English for Academic Purposes III will follow the same description as mentioned:

Total Course Duration: 12 Weeks (Including break)

Duration of the course: 10 Weeks (without break)

Break: 2 Weeks (usually week 11 and 12, except during Christmas closure)

Contact hours per week: 20 hours

Total hours per week: 20 hours classroom-based (face-to-face) and 5 hours of unsupervised self-study per week.

Entry Point: First day of every week (Every Monday)

2. Entry requirements

English for Academic Purposes III is a class-based course with self-learning time, classes will be held at the premises of the Melbourne Education Institute at Level 1, 310 King Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. It is a mandatory requirement for all ELICOS students to maintain a satisfactory attendance requirement of 80% or over at times.

·       Students must be over 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.

Prior to enrolment, students may wish to evidence of prior English knowledge and skills by taking up an assessment to determine which level is the most appropriate for the student. This approach will also allow the staff to identify any special needs. Student willing to take the complete General English ELICOS course (all 5 levels), do not require previous knowledge of the English language. However, for those who do have previous experience, they can submit the results of previous examinations (IELTS or equivalent) to demonstrate their aptitude for the upcoming course, these may also be used for academic purposes. For most of the levels, there is the need to meet minimum English level requirements as listed in the table below.

Course Minimum entry requirement Prepares the candidate for
English for Academic Purposes III Proficiency scores equivalent to:  Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

CEFR B2
IELTS 5.5
PTE ACADEMIC 42
TOEFL 46

3. Course fees

Please contact Melbourne Education Institute at 1800 986 100 for further details and ongoing specials (if applicable) on pricing.

Please refer to Fee and Refund Policy for further details on fees and refunds arrangements.

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