For students who..
intend to do further study in English, for example at university or business college in Australia.
Levels
Each level requires 10 weeks to complete
IELTS 5.0
TOEFL 500
IELTS 5.5
TOEFL 525
You can communicate in a range of everyday situations and limited academic situations. Although you may not be accurate you are familiar with most basic grammatical structures. You can understand spoken and written English in a variety of contexts.
IELTS 5.5
TOEFL 525
IELTS 6.0
TOEFL 575
Your command of English is adequate for most practical everyday purposes. You can use all basic grammatical structures accurately and some more complex You can understand spoken and written language and you are able to write a range of academic texts.
IELTS 6.0
TOEFL 575
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL 600
You can communicate effectively in most social and academic situations. You use a wide range of grammatical structures and vocabulary and you can understand extensive spoken and written language including lectures and academic texts. You are able to produce a high standard of written English.
Program details
This course is for students who intend to do further study in English, for example at university or business college.
The course focuses on improving all-round language ability while thoroughly preparing you for the challenges of academic study such as reading a range of academic texts, doing research and giving presentations in English.
You will study…
- Academic vocabulary
- Academic writing skills
- Academic listening and reading skills
- Grammar in context
- Oral presentation skills and tutorials
- Academic research skills and study skills
Start dates
Sample timetable
EAP 2: Module 3
“EAP taught me the English and skills I need for my university studies. ELC is a great school and I would really recommend it.”
Panadda – Thailand
Major
Panadda completed EAP 1 and 2 in a total of 20 weeks.
Special Focus Modules
She chose Writing and International Business English in the afternoons to help her prepare for her future studies and career.
English Extras
Panadda regularly attended pronunciation workshops and Australian Studies to learn more about life in Australia.
After ELC
Panadda is now studying Business Administration at a university in Sydney. Because we have an agreement with her university she gained entry to her course without taking an IELTS test.
Pathways to further study
Many of our students go on to further study programs in Australia after their English course. ELC has agreements with many major universities, colleges and TAFEs around Australia which allow our students to enter directly into certificate, diploma, graduate and postgraduate programs without an IELTS test. Look at our website for full details.
How do I gain direct entry?
To gain direct entry without an IELTS test, students need to successfully complete an EAP course at the appropriate level (as specified by the institution). Successful course completion is based on:
- Class participation
- Coursework including presentations
- Assignments and other homework
- Exit test
If you haven't decided on your further studies our academic counseling will be happy to advise you on the courses available and will help you complete your application.
ELC Direct Entry Agreements with Universities and Colleges