Course Overview

About This Course

The purpose of the General English course is to provide students with a strong, well balanced knowledge and application of the English language. It is taught in a fun and practical manner which will engage the students. The course provides opportunity for students to learn, make errors, receive feedback and engage in authentic, functional and practical conversational settings. Students will study speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation and the course will prepare them to use common and daily English outside the classroom or to move on to further English study. This "one-stop" course prepares you for use outside the classroom, as well as advancement to further study in Academic English, IELTS, Vocational or other education.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Education Level Requirement: There is no minimum education level to enter this course.
English Language Requirement: There is no English Language requirement to enter this course. As the course starts from a very low entry level, students with limited or no English are able to join. All students need to complete the AEC English Placement test on their first day in order to ascertain the student's current English level.
Age Requirement: Students need to be over 18 years old on enrollment day to enter this course.
Attendance: A minimum of 80% attendance is required (for student visa holders).
Course Progress: A minimum of 50% or greater must be achieved in assessments to demonstrate satisfactory course progress (for student visa holders).

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units6 units

Beginner

First level of the General English course, spanning 10 weeks.

Elementary

Second level of the General English course, spanning 10 weeks.

Pre-Intermediate

Third level of the General English course, spanning 10 weeks.

Intermediate

Fourth level of the General English course, spanning 10 weeks.

Upper Intermediate

Fifth level of the General English course, spanning 10 weeks.

Advanced

Sixth and final level of the General English course, spanning 10 weeks.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What levels are covered in the General English course and how long does each level take?

The General English course is delivered over 6 levels: Beginner, Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate, and Advanced, with each level spanning over 10 weeks.

Do I need any English skills before enrolling in the General English course?

There is no English Language requirement to enter this course. As the course starts from a very low entry level, students with limited or no English are able to join. All students need to complete the AEC English Placement test on their first day in order to ascertain the student's current English level.

How many hours per week will I study and what is the total course duration?

The course involves 20 hours of face to face on campus learning per week. The total course duration is 72 weeks, comprising 60 weeks of study and 12 weeks of holidays.

What is the minimum attendance requirement and what do I need to achieve to pass?

A minimum of 80% attendance is required for student visa holders. Additionally, a minimum of 50% or greater must be achieved in assessments to demonstrate satisfactory course progress for student visa holders.

What award will I receive upon completing the General English course?

All students will receive a certificate upon successful completion of their course.

Application

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