Course Overview

About This Course

This is the course where many students usually start. It covers the four main English skills — speaking, listening, reading and writing — and helps students develop the skills required for each level. Students learn to improve their ability in understanding spoken English, communicating in common situations, reading high-frequency vocabulary and simple sentences, and writing paragraphs with accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Level 9, 280-282 Pitt St, Sydney, NSW 2000, AustraliaSYDNEY

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

There is no formal requirement for this course.
MIT Institute will conduct a placement test to place students in the most suitable level available.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What levels does the General English course cover?

MIT Institute offers Elementary to Advanced levels, from A1/A2 to C1+ on the Common European Framework, with multiple class levels depending on student demand.

When can I start the General English course?

Intake is every Monday, so new students can begin the General English course at the start of any week.

What are the class schedule options for General English?

Regular classes run four days a week in the morning and five days a week in the evening. Morning classes run Monday to Thursday from 8:30am to 2:30pm (including Special Focus Modules), and evening classes run Monday to Friday from 4:30pm to 8:50pm (including Special Focus Modules).

What are Special Focus Modules and how do they work?

Students have one hour a day of Special Focus Modules and can choose an area of English they want to improve, depending on demand. The available modules include Speaking & Conversation, Pronunciation, Songs & Listening, Lower Grammar & Vocabulary, Upper Grammar & Vocabulary, and Critical Thinking & Communication. Students have the opportunity to experience each module at least once every two weeks.

How is student progress assessed in the General English course?

Progress tests are conducted twice every five weeks, with a full term test every five weeks.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $70,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $65,000 to $90,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $80,000 to $120,000 per year

Career Paths

Aged Care WorkerCommunity Services Support WorkerHealthcare Administrative AssistantMedical ReceptionistPatient Services Officer

Key Skills

Spoken communication in professional healthcare settingsActive listening and comprehension of medical and workplace instructionsReading and interpreting health-related documents and materialsWriting professional emails, reports, and case notes in EnglishGrammar accuracy and sentence construction for workplace use

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