Course Overview

About This Course

We offer English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) at our City Campus. Take general English, English for academic purposes, or secondary-school equivalent to prepare for entry into a university course. Improve your academic and language skills with an English or preparation course at Victoria University.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Building D, Level 4, Room D411, Footscray Nicholson Campus, Victoria UniversityBuilding 10, Room 10.214, St Albans Campus, Victoria UniversityBuilding W, Room W1111, Sunshine Campus, Victoria UniversityBuilding 1A, Room 1A144 / 1A155, Werribee Campus, Victoria UniversityCity Campus, Melbourne VICMelbourne

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed on this page.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Gain confidence to apply for jobs. Pathways into work or university courses, tailored to those without secondary-school qualifications.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of English language courses does Victoria University offer?

Victoria University offers English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS), including general English, English for academic purposes, and secondary-school equivalent courses to prepare students for entry into a university course.

Where are the English language courses delivered?

VU English language courses (ELICOS) are offered at the City Campus in Melbourne.

What support is available to help me improve my English and study skills?

VU's Learning Hubs are welcoming spaces with bi-lingual tutors where you can improve your study skills. They offer maths, writing, careers and English-language advice.

Can domestic (Australian) students also enrol in English language or preparation courses at VU?

Yes, VU offers English language, foundation studies and secondary school VCE courses for both international students and domestic (Australian) students.

What is the Western Melbourne English Program (WMEP)?

The Western Melbourne English Program (WMEP) delivers English language and general education certificates designed to strengthen your reading, writing, speaking, listening and numeracy skills.

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!

Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.

Upcoming Intakes

09 February 2026

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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