CRICOS Course Code : 078701D
Want to improve your General English skills? Then why not take the opportunity to learn English at Sunshine Coast International College? Our highly qualified teachers will teach you how to communicate in English at our modern campus in the heart of the city. Our General English course will get you interacting with the local community and culture while building a strong understanding of English language principles. General English is the perfect course for those wanting to enhance employment opportunities while gaining lasting friendships and experiencing a slice of the Australian lifestyle.
- We offer 6 different levels of English
- Start studying anytime with new classes starting every week
- Learn to communicate in English in ways that will challenge and motivate you
- Experienced, qualified professional teachers and staff are here to support you
| Start date |
Classes start every Monday |
| Hours per week |
20 hours/week |
| Shifts |
Morning Shift: 9.00am – 2.45pm Monday–Thursday;
Evening Shift: 4.45pm – 9:00pm Monday–Friday |
| Aim |
The General English course has been designed with the goal of improving the General (i.e. non-specialist, every day) capacity of the learner to use the English language. |
| Levels |
Beginner |
10 weeks |
| Elementary |
14 weeks |
| Pre-intermediate |
14 weeks |
| Intermediate |
14 weeks |
| Upper-intermediate |
14 weeks |
| Advanced |
14 weeks |
| Components |
THEME: Students study a different Theme each week (e.g. Food & Cooking) and learn new Vocabulary and Grammar, Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking skills.
SKILLS: Students do a wide range of activities to improve their Speaking, Listening, Writing and Reading skills.
STRATEGIES: Students develop communication and learning strategies. |
| Textbooks |
All levels use Oxford University Press – Navigate |
| Assessment |
All classes do a quiz at the end of each unit to check that its content has been learned, and regular progress tests. Students who perform well in two progress tests may be promoted to the next level. Other tasks such as presentations in class may also contribute to assessment. Students receive a progress report with assessment scores and teacher feedback after each progress test. |
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