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English Language Courses

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ELICOS Brochure - Central Institute of Technology (pdf)

ELICOS Brochure - Polytechnic West (pdf)

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A range of English courses are available through the ELICOS Centres (English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students) at:

  • Central Institute of Technology
  • Polytechnic West

Please click on the links to download the English course brochures for these centres.

Why study English?

  • To improve your English language skills
  • To prepare for your TAFE studies
  • To develop your English skills to help with future job opportunities

English course options include:

  • English for Academic Purposes
  • General and Academic English
  • International Business English
  • IELTS Ready Preparation
  • IELTS Plus
  • Vocational English courses

Please refer to the brochures above for course listings for each ELICOS Centre.

Why Choose Us?

Government owned and operated

The ELICOS Centres are government owned and operated. You can be confident you have selected a professional and financially secure institute.

Fully accredited ELICOS Centres

The ELICOS Centres have the following accreditation and memberships:

  • NEAS: The National English Language TeachingEA-logo Accreditation Scheme
  • English Australia (EA) membership: the peak professional body for all accredited English language (ELICOS) centres in Australia

Professional teachers & quality programs

  • Teachers are highly qualified and very friendly
  • Teachers are required to have a recognised qualification in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL) and a recognised training and assessment qualification

Modern facilities

Facilities include:

  • Fully-equipped computer labs with internet access and computer-assisted language learning
  • Extensive Learning Resource Centres on campus with videos, newspapers, text books and instructional media
  • Bookshops, gymnasiums, sports facilities, cafeterias, prayer rooms and much more

Experience the Australian life

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  • Study on campus with Australian students and discover the Australian lifestyle
  • Join in one of the many organised social and recreational activities

Orientation and Student Services

Students will be greeted by International Centre staff who will:

  • Provide information on living and studying in Perth
  • Assist with matters such as accommodation and visa information
  • Arrange library access and an international student card with
    transport concession

Further study opportunities

You can choose from over 250 TAFE courses. Visit the online course catalogue for information on courses.

 

Central Institute of Technology English Language Centre

Location - Perth campus (Northbridge)

  • Central Institute of Technology – (Formerly Central TAFE) Perth Campus, is located in the central business district of Northbridge (view map)
  • It is located in Perth’s cultural and entertainment district, in a modern building designed specifically for education and training
  • It is very close to Perth’s central shopping district and central transport network. If you like the inner city life, you will enjoy studying at Perth Campus

Facilities

  • Modern, well-equipped teaching and learning spaces
  • Wireless internet access and fully-equipped computer labs
  • Brand new state-of-the-art library and independent learning centre with computers, international and local newspapers and journals, and thousands of relevant books, videos, CDs, DVDs designed for English language learners
  • Bookshop for all student needs
  • Gymnasium
  • Café and banking facilities
  • International student kitchen, garden courtyard and outdoor eating areas
  • Prayer room
  • Art Galleries
  • Massage & Beauty Therapy Services

Polytechnic West English Language Centre

Location - Bentley campus

  • Polytechnic West’s Bentley campus is located on Hayman Road, directly opposite Curtin University and just 15 minutes from the Perth city centre
  • Students can easily catch the University circuit buses which travel through Perth’s suburbs

Balga, Carlisle, Midland and Thornlie campuses

  • A range of English programs are also offered at the Balga, Carlisle, Midland and Thornlie campuses (view map)

Facilities

  • Computer room, wireless internet, eBeam whiteboard, overhead projectors and multi-media resources
  • Library with free email and internet access for students; international language newspapers, translation packages, extensive English language learning books and resources
  • Student canteen
  • Frequent public transport
  • Bakery, butcher, bistro and restaurant selling delicious products created and served by hospitality students (at the Bentley campus only)

 

Applications and Costs

Admission Requirements

  • Please refer to the ELICOS brochures at the top of this page for information on Admission Requirements

Fees & Charges

  • There is no application fee
  • General English Courses cost A$300 per week
  • Overseas student health cover is A$463 (single policy, prices subject to change) per year

How to Apply & Enrol

Please visit our online application form to apply

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