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IELTS Preparation

CRICOS Course Code: 108793J

IELTS Foundation

Duration

12 Weeks

Entry

Requirements:

Per Week

20 Hours

Course Overview

The Southern English College IELTS Foundation level is the first level in a two-level 24-week IELTS program. The Foundation level has an entry requirement of an overall band score of 5.0 and an exit level of 6.0, while the Advanced level has an entry requirement of an overall band score of 6.0 and an exit level of 7.0. The IELTS course is an intensive program, designed to prepare international students to take the IELTS test. The main delivery mode is face-to-face. However, online materials and homework will provide students the opportunity to study outside the classroom in their own time. Shift times are as follows:
The IELTS Foundation level is a 12-week, 20 hours per week, 5 hours per day level (Monday to Thursday), where students complete exercises and mock tests related to the four test skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. The core part of the level is the first three hours, when students will use the set textbook, along with supplementary material.
The most important aim for the instructor is to create a positive, supportive and comfortable classroom environment, based on good rapport and empathetic communication with the students. The last two hours of the shift will focus on textbooks that include material on specific skill areas or a mock test (one skill only per test).
These classes are designed to add to the students’ learning experience by covering material that complements what is included in the core Classes. Upon successful completion of the IELTS Foundation level, students will be able to transfer to the IELTS Advanced level or articulate into vocational or higher education courses.

Test Format

Delivery mode and location

20 hours per week 5 hours per day level (Monday to Thursday), at 95 Bathurst Street, Sydney 2000

Entry Requirements

In order to qualify for this level, prospective students must achieve:

  • IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.
  • PTE Academic 36 or equivalent.
  • TOEFL iBT 40 or equivalent.
  • Achieve an Intermediate level on the pre-entry test (onshore only) or equivalent.
  • Pass the General English Intermediate level.

Course Aims

The Southern English College IELTS course aims to:
Give IELTS test Preparation Support
  • Provide information about the test structure.
  • Develop IELTS test-taking skills, including tips and strategies to maximize a student’s band score.
  • Develop autonomous learning.
  • Focus on increasing confidence and motivation.
  • Improve time management.
Develop Accuracy
  • Students will practice language skills in verbal and written form.
  • Feedback will be given with regard to language errors.
  • Areas of study include general sentence construction, pronunciation, spelling, verb usage, word definitions, and comprehension.
Improve Fluency
  • Students will practice thinking and speaking in various situations.
  • Feedback will be given with regard to how students can avoid problems that impede fluency.
  • Areas of study include creative and critical thinking, public speaking, and debating.
Provide Motivation
  • Students will be engaged in relevant topics and issues.
  • Students will be encouraged to have fun while learning.
  • Teachers will develop a good rapport with the students.
  • Teachers will focus on being aware of student needs and concerns.
Foster Confidence
  • Students will study in an environment where they feel secure and comfortable.
  • Students will develop the tools necessary to communicate effectively.
  • Teachers will provide positive feedback whenever possible.
  • Teachers will encourage all students to actively participate.

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IELTS Advanced

Duration

12 Weeks

Entry

Requirements:

Per Week

20 Hours

Course Overview

The Southern English College IELTS Advanced level is the second level in a two-level 24-week IELTS program. The Advanced level has an entry requirement of an overall band score of 6.0 and an exit level of 7.0, while the Foundation course has an entry requirement of an overall band score of 5.0 and an exit level of 6.0. Both courses are intensive programs, designed to prepare international students to take the IELTS test. The main delivery mode is face-to-face. However, online materials and homework will provide students the opportunity to study outside the classroom in their own time.

The IELTS Advanced level is a 12-week, 20 hours per week, 5 hours per day level (Monday to Thursday), where students complete exercises and mock tests related to the four test skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The core part of the level is the first three hours, when students will use the set textbook, along with supplementary material. The most important aim for the instructor is to create a positive, supportive and comfortable classroom environment, based on good rapport and empathetic communication with the students. Upon successful completion of the IELTS Advanced level, students will be able to articulate into vocational or higher education courses.

Test Format

Delivery mode and location

20 hours per week 5 hours per day level (Monday to Thursday), at 95 Bathurst Street, Sydney 2000

Entry Requirements

In order to qualify for this level, prospective students must achieve:

  • IELTS 6.0 OR Equivalent.
  • PTE Academic 50 OR Equivalent.
  • TOEFL iBT 70 OR Equivalent.
  • Achieve an Upper-Intermediate level on the pre-entry test (onshore only) OR Equivalent.
  • Successfully complete IELTS Foundation course or attain Upper-Intermediate level in General English course.

Course Aims

The Southern English College IELTS course aims to:
Give IELTS test Preparation Support
  • Provide information about the test structure.
  • Develop IELTS test-taking skills, including tips and strategies to maximise a student’s band score.
  • Develop autonomous learning.
  • Focus on increasing confidence and motivation.
  • Improve time management.
Develop Accuracy
  • Students will practice language skills in verbal and written form.
  • Feedback will be given with regard to language errors.
  • Areas of study include: general sentence construction, pronunciation, spelling, verb usage, word definitions and comprehension.
Improve Fluency
  • Students will practice thinking and speaking in various situations.
  • Feedback will be given with regard to how students can avoid problems that impede fluency.
  • Areas of study include: creative and critical thinking, public speaking and debating.
Provide Motivation
  • Students will be engaged in relevant topics and issues.
  • Students will be encouraged to have fun while learning.
  • Teachers will develop a good rapport with the students.
  • Teachers will focus on being aware of student needs and concerns.
Foster Confidence
  • Students will study in an environment where they feel secure and comfortable.
  • Students will develop the tools necessary to communicate effectively.
  • Teachers will provide positive feedback whenever possible.
  • Teachers will encourage all students to actively participate.

Fees

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