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Find out more about the General English Program (Beginner to Advanced)
Do you want to learn English? Get in touch with one of our friendly staff to learn more or continue reading below.
Enquire nowThis course is delivered by Orange International College Pty. Ltd. | ABN : 15 167 063 596, CRICOS Provider Code : 03446A | RTO No: 41315
Student
International
Cricos Course Code
092950C
On-campus, face-to-face (20 hours per week)
Melbourne CBD campus
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.Various dates throughout the year
Course overview
Improve your English skills with a learning experience like no other. Learn English by studying Orange College’s quality English courses and programs, and through daily conversations with new international friends, and others throughout the entire learning environment.
By learning English at Orange College, you won’t just study English, you’ll be part of a supported language and cultural immersion experience that will transform your life, and your future.
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.
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.
Course Features
- Centrally located in Melbourne city
- English ONLY in Campus
- Experienced and highly qualified teachers
- Regular excursions and social activities
- Supportive learning environment
- A diverse mix of nationalities
Assessment methods
Students will complete progress tests based on what they have learned, as a way of assessing their learning and achievement.
Once you are placed in the most suitable level, on the basis of the placement test, you will be able to commence your course.
Formative assessments are taken every week. Summative assessments are completed by week 5 and week 10. The tests you will take are based on the unit outcomes and your studies, and are designed to track your progress and general readiness to move up to the next level. The level exit test is based on the level outcomes, and not the unit outcomes.
Levels:
Beginner
Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
Upper – intermediate
Advanced
Study mode
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. Our General English Program combines the best of traditional approaches – a solid grammar syllabus with controlled practice and introduction of systematic vocabulary through reading and writing activities – with modern communicative approaches, such as situational syllabus and personalized practice, real language work in real situations and gamification of activities. We also acknowledge out-of-classroom learning and development and organize regular excursions and extra-curricular workshops and sessions for our students.
Entry Requirements
Before you begin your course application, ensure you meet all the requirements listed below.
Learning outcomes
This course aims to develop students’ general English language skills and confidence in using English within a broad range of contexts when living, studying or working in an English speaking environment.
Course pathway
Successful completion of one level will allow you to gain entry into the level above. 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.
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.
Additional Information
For further information, and to enrol please go to Source: www.orange.edu.au and apply directly from the website. Alternatively, you may contact the college on 13000 69 642.
If you’re an international student looking to get started with Orange College, we have good news for you! To make things as simple as possible, we have created a 3 step process where you select a course, check the entry requirements, then submit the necessary enrollment forms. Now you’re ready to begin your learning journey with us.
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We pride ourselves on making the enrollment process as stress-free and relaxed as possible. Simply visit the apply page and commence the enrollment process and we will be in touch if we need any further information from you. It’s really that easy to start your career off on the right foot!
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