Learn English in Australia
Jan 13th, 2008 by Study Abroad
English opens doors to more study options and international career choices. So what better way to learn English is there than in an English speaking country in a multicultural society?
English is the passport to further study throughout the world, as well as to international careers.
You can learn English in Australia as part of a formal course that prepares you for accredited levels of English language recognised by education and immigration authorities around the world. Alternatively, you can do a short course to improve your English language skills while visiting Australia as part of a holiday.
Students from more than 90 countries come to Australia every year to take advantage of our world leadership in English language courses. About 20 per cent of all international students in Australia enrol in English language training.
Many students come to Australia to prepare for further study. All Australian universities and many Vocational and Technical Education colleges have their own English language centres. Where they do not, they have links with English language colleges. Foundation Studies is an excellent preparation for undergraduate university studies, which combines English language with other subjects.
Homestay is a popular option for accommodation in Australia, especially for students undertaking English language training. Living with a host family provides valuable opportunities to have conversations with homestay families in an English-speaking environment. Students can learn more quickly because they are constantly thinking and speaking in English in very practical situations.
Specialist English language tuition is offered by more than 210 institutions located all over Australia, in major cities as well as country centres. All have university qualified instructors, video and library facilities, and many have computer-assisted learning facilities for teaching English. Institutions cater for all standards, from beginner to advanced, through to the training of teachers of English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). The wide variety of specialist courses offered by Australian institutions means that there is a course to suit your level and your interest.