Course Overview

About This Course

Learn English faster by completing the General English Program (Beginner to Advanced) at Orange College in the heart of Melbourne's CBD. This General English course will help you become confident in using English for social and work-related environments, and you will learn from highly qualified professionals. The General English Program (Beginner to Advanced) has been designed for international students from non-English speaking backgrounds seeking to improve their English language skills for social, work and study purposes. Our General English Program focuses on developing our students' skills through a blend of methodologies combining the best of traditional approaches – a solid grammar and vocabulary basis – and modern communicative approaches, such as role-plays, personalization and gamification. The course consists of six proficiency levels, in which students are assigned after taking a placement test. Depending on their fortnightly test results and class performance, students may be recommended to take a level exit test, which enables them to move up to the next level. Our students receive 20 hours per week on campus, through the face-to-face delivery method. There is no online component to this course, however, students are provided with additional activities for independent study through our online learning platform. Delivered on-campus, face-to-face (20 hours per week) at Melbourne CBD campus.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

There are no academic entry requirements. Students will be required to complete a placement test to ascertain their English level. This will enable them to join the appropriate level of class. Students must be 18+ at the time of applying for admission to Orange College. Your device must have camera and speaker functions. Please refer to BYOD Policy for details. Internet Access with a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. Basic digital literacy (ability to communicate and access information through digital technologies like internet platforms, social media, search engines, emails and basic use of MS office products).

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of the General English Program, you can expect to gain a wide range of skills and knowledge to help you in the next phase of life. The General English Program lays the foundation for a significant range of careers and employment pathways. Students undertaking the course may use the course to prepare themselves for further study in the Australian VET sector or higher education or to improve their English language skills for work/life in Australia or back in their home countries.

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units6 units

Beginner

Elementary

Pre-intermediate

Intermediate

Upper-intermediate

Advanced

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the General English Program?

72 weeks including 12 weeks of break plus public holidays. The duration of the program may vary as per the learners' entry level, and their desired exit levels from the program.

When can I start the course?

Intake is every Monday.

How will I be assessed during the course?

Students will complete progress tests based on what they have learned, as a way of assessing their learning and achievement. Formative assessments are taken every week. Summative assessments are completed by week 5 and week 10. The level exit test is based on the level outcomes, and not the unit outcomes.

What level will I be placed in when I start?

Once you are placed in the most suitable level, on the basis of the placement test, you will be able to commence your course. The course consists of six proficiency levels: Beginner, Elementary, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, Upper-intermediate, and Advanced.

Can I transition to other courses at Orange College after completing General English?

If you are on an academic pathway to other courses at Orange College, you will be able to transition into these courses after completing your General English course with achieved Upper Intermediate level.

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.

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