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English Language Courses

The Gordon is a highly regarded provider of English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) to students from around the world.

English Language classes provide the resources for students to improve their employment prospects in their home country, to study in Australia, or for social and travel purposes.

English Language classes are situated in modern premises with the latest technology to assist students in learning including access to Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL).

The Gordon’s qualified and experienced staff can assist students to learn or improve their English in a warm and friendly environment.

English Language classes are held at The Gordon’s City Campus, which is conveniently located only 50 meters from the Geelong Railway Station and local bus stops.

English for Visitors & Tourists

Full time and part time English Programs designed for tourists and non student visa holders are also offered. These programs are a great way to learn English for work or travel while you explore beautiful Geelong and surrounding regions.

Full time $275 (20 hrs) per week
Part time $175 (10 hrs) per week

English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS)

General English

(CRICOS Code: 060418K)

The General English course is designed to improve English fluency and language skills in a wide variety of situations. This program is divided in to three levels of Elementary, Pre-intermediate and Intermediate, each taught in ten weeks.

Students have their English language level tested on the first day of class to ensure that they are placed in the most appropriate level.

Elementary

The Elementary English course will give a solid introduction to reading, writing and speaking. This includes pronunciation and conversation skills for everyday language.

Exit level equivalent to IELTS 3.0, ISLPR*1

Pre Intermediate

In the Pre Intermediate English course, vocabulary is studied, including accuracy and fluency in reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.

Exit level equivalent to IELTS 4.0, ISLPR1 +

Intermediate

In the Intermediate English Course reading, writing, listening and speaking skills will be further improved including studies in Australian culture.

Exit level equivalent to IELTS 5.0, TOEFL 500 (Paper based). TOEFL 173 (Computer based), ISLPR 2

English for Academic Purposes

(CRICOS Code: 060419J)

Strong English language skills are essential for success in the chosen Gordon course.

English for Academic Purposes course provides the opportunity for students to improve their English language proficiency in preparation for further study in Australia with its two levels – Upper-intermediate and Advanced.

Upper Intermediate

The Upper Intermediate English course develops student’s reading, writing, listening and speaking skills for further study context with an emphasis on becoming independent users of English. It prepares students to enter courses at the Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma levels.

Exit level equivalent to IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 525 (Paper based), TOEFL 197 (Computer based), ISLPR2+/3

Advanced

The Advanced English course further develops English Language skills to promote the independent study skills needed for entering some specified Certificate, Diploma and Degree courses.

Exit level equivalent to IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 (paper based) , TOEFL 233 (Computer based), ISLPR3/3+

*ISLPR: International Second Language Proficiency Ratings

Course	Level	Duration	Tuition Fee (AUD$)	Equivalent Exit IELTS
General English	Elementary	10 weeks	2,750	IELTS 3.0
	Pre- Intermediate	10 weeks	2,750	IELTS 4.0
	Intermediate	10 weeks	2,750	IELTS 5.0
English for Academic Purposes	Upper Intermediate	10 weeks	2,750	IELTS 5.5
	Advanced	10 weeks	2,750	IELTS 6.0

ELICOS Start Dates

2012 23 January, 27 February, 16 April, 21 May,

16 July, 20 August, 8 October, 12 November

2013 21 January, 25 February, 15 April, 20 May, 15 July, 19 August,

7 October, 11 November

ELICOS Term Dates

2012 Term 1: 23 January - 30 March

Term 2: 16 April - 22 June

Term 3: 16 July - 21 September

Term 4: 8 October - 14 December

2013 Term 1: 21 January - 29 March

Term 2: 15 April - 21 June

Term 3: 15 July - 20 September

Term 4: 7 October - 13 December

Note: Minimum enrolment is 5 weeks. Part time option is available for non-student visa holders.

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