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General English

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INTAKES

Weekly

DURATION

12 week blocks

International - Offshore FEES

$350

CRICOS CODES

102132

NUMBER OF UNITS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Yes

Explore Course by campus:
Brisbane Campus (Adelaide Street 1) Gold Coast Southport Campus

What study modes are available?

  • Entirely On-Campus
  • Entirely Online (Face to Face)
  • Entirely Online (Self-study)
  • Mixed Mode (Part On-Campus & Online)
20 CONTACT HOURS PER WEEK*

*Domestic students are only required to attend practical & lecture sessions

Explore Course by campus:
Brisbane Campus (Adelaide Street 1) Gold Coast Southport Campus

Our General English ELICOS program prepares students to use written and spoken English in a wide variety of settings, ranging from everyday conversations to advanced academic studies.

About this Course:

Develop the English language and communicative skills needed for social and work situations and daily life activities. Learn basic comprehension, reading and writing skills through to more complex elements such as syntax and grammar. Adding and successfully completing an Exam Preparation or Academic English course will allow direct entry to Charlton Brown courses. Choose a study plan that is suitable for you! Our flexible study options will allow you to take full advantage of your time in Australia! You can study and still have time to travel or work. During your time in General English, you will be able to meet students from all over the world as well as spend time on the Gold-Coast, one of Australia's most beautiful cities! A variety of classes and workshops are available for you to attend. You can customise your learning experience in a way that is most beneficial to you! If you want to improve your writing skills, you can attend a Writing Workshop. If you prefer to focus on improving your reading skills, you may choose to spend your time in a Reading Workshop.

What You'll Learn:

  • Elementary
  • Pre-intermediate
  • Intermediate
  • Upper Intermediate
  • Advanced

Working with industry leaders

Entry Requirements

AGE
16
GRADE
None
IELTS
None

Age

Minimum age of 16 years or turning 16 years old prior to commencement of the course

Education & Experience Requirements

There are no education requirements for this course.

English Language

There is no english language requirement for this course.

Required Identification

Photo ID and evidence of citizenship (international students must provide copy of passport)

Computer Skills & Equipment

Students on this course require computer access for learning purposes and to complete course assessments. As such, learners must have beginner/intermediate computing skills including use of Microsoft Office programmes, in addition to hardware requirements of a desktop or portable computer with keyboard, pointing device, speaker, web camera and microphone, and a broadband internet connection.

Additional Requirements

Specific Updates to English Language Requirements for Student VisasPackaged ELICOS: The minimum IELTS score to undertake a packaged English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) program has increased from 4.5 to 5.0.ELICOS Only Students: There are no changes for students who are solely focused on English language development through ELICOS programs.

TRAINING ACTIVITIES

Progress Test 

Each week you will get the chance to demonstrate your new vocabulary and grammar skills as you take a progress test based on the previous week’s content. This is an excellent opportunity for you to see how much you have learned. You will be tested on pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary and functional language.

Workshops 

Workshop lessons focus on specific skills, for example, writing or listening and offer real life English materials such as short films. Writing workshops focus on different types of text, from emails to essays, offering lots of opportunities to practise. In addition, workshop lessons offer more opportunities for discussion on important and engaging life topics.

Pronunciation Workshop 

Students love this opportunity to hone their pronunciation skills. A fun based workshop that focuses on specific sounds, intonation and fluency with lots of opportunities to practise.

STRIDE 

Practise listening every day with this 30-minute autonomous activity based on useful information, such as the news, the weather or typical Australian activities. Watch the video and answer the questions at your own pace.

Core Classes 

Learn English with classmates from all over the world. Your dedicated teachers will guide and encourage you as you work towards your language goals. Here you will practise all the skills, reading, writing, listening and speaking as well as improving your vocabulary and grammar.

UNITS

CORE UNITS

Unit Code
Unit Name

Intake Dates

  • 2024
    • AprilMonday, 22nd
    • AprilMonday, 29th
    • MayMonday, 06th
    • MayMonday, 20th
    • MayMonday, 27th
    • JuneMonday, 03rd
    • JuneMonday, 10th
    • JuneMonday, 17th
    • JuneMonday, 24th
    • JulyMonday, 01st
    • JulyMonday, 08th
    • JulyMonday, 15th
    • JulyMonday, 22nd
    • JulyMonday, 29th
    • AugustMonday, 05th
    • AugustMonday, 12th
    • AugustMonday, 19th
    • AugustMonday, 26th
    • SeptemberMonday, 02nd
    • SeptemberMonday, 09th
    • SeptemberMonday, 16th
    • SeptemberMonday, 23rd
    • SeptemberMonday, 30th
    • OctoberMonday, 07th
    • OctoberMonday, 14th
    • OctoberMonday, 21st
    • OctoberMonday, 28th
    • NovemberMonday, 04th
    • NovemberMonday, 11th
    • NovemberMonday, 18th
    • NovemberMonday, 25th
    • DecemberMonday, 02nd
    • DecemberMonday, 09th

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Course Information

Brisbane Campus (Adelaide Street 1) Tuition Fees

Course Name Course
Duration		 Domestic / Permanent Resident Campus
Availability		 Intakes
General English 12 week blocks $250 BNE GLD Weekly

Additional Fees:

Enrolment Fee: $250

Further Information:

10 weeks per block

Brisbane Campus (Adelaide Street 1) Study & Schedule

KEY:
Lecture (F2F Online)
Lecture (On-Campus)
Practical (Offsite)
Practical (On Campus)
Supervised Training (Face to Face)
Tutorial (F2F Online)
Tutorial (On Campus)
Session Recorded

4 Day Schedule

MondayMon
Room 5
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Trent McIntosh
TuesdayTue
Room 5
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Trent McIntosh
WednesdayWed
Room 5
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Trent McIntosh
ThursdayThu
Room 5
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Trent McIntosh
FridayFri
SaturdaySat
SundaySun

2.5 day Schedule (Option 1)

MondayMon
Room 5
9:00 am - 5:00 am
Trent McIntosh
TuesdayTue
Room 5
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Trent McIntosh
WednesdayWed
Room 5
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Trent McIntosh
ThursdayThu
FridayFri
SaturdaySat
SundaySun

2.5 day schedule (Option 2)

MondayMon
Room 5
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Trent McIntosh
TuesdayTue
Room 5
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Trent McIntosh
WednesdayWed
ThursdayThu
Room 5
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Trent McIntosh
FridayFri
SaturdaySat
SundaySun

Brisbane Campus (Adelaide Street 1) Course TRAINERS

Trent McIntosh

An adaptable and dynamic individual, who has grown not only as an IELTS and General English teacher but also as an Assistant Director of Studies.I have a passion for delivering communicative lessons beyond the confines of a textbook within a safe and tolerant learning environment.

Brisbane Campus (Adelaide Street 1) Campus & Facilities

Your Campus

Overlooking King George Square in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD, NIET Group Brisbane Centre features 10 tutorial rooms, two lecture theatres, library and digital media lab, alongside modern computer lab & large open recreation & study spaces. The campus is just metres from major bus and train terminals, extensive retail & accommodation options.

Level 4, 102 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, 4000

Session Locations

Brisbane Room 5
  • Cot
  • Changing Table
  • Creative Resources
  • Multimedia Smart Board

With extensive views over King George Square, students also have access to our dedicated childcare training lab.

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Gold Coast Southport Campus Tuition Fees

Course Name Course
Duration		 Domestic / Permanent Resident Campus
Availability		 Intakes
General English 12 week blocks $250 BNE GLD Weekly

Additional Fees:

Enrolment Fee: $250

Further Information:

10 weeks per block

Gold Coast Southport Campus Study & Schedule

KEY:
Lecture (F2F Online)
Lecture (On-Campus)
Practical (Offsite)
Practical (On Campus)
Supervised Training (Face to Face)
Tutorial (F2F Online)
Tutorial (On Campus)
Session Recorded

4 Day Schedule

MondayMon
Room 8
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Daniel R
TuesdayTue
Room 8
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Daniel R
WednesdayWed
Room 8
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Daniel R
ThursdayThu
Room 8
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Daniel R
FridayFri
SaturdaySat
SundaySun

2.5 day Schedule (Option 1)

MondayMon
Room 8
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Daniel R
TuesdayTue
Room 8
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Daniel R
WednesdayWed
Room 8
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Daniel R
ThursdayThu
FridayFri
SaturdaySat
SundaySun

2.5 day schedule (Option 2)

MondayMon
Room 8
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Daniel R
TuesdayTue
Room 8
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Daniel R
WednesdayWed
ThursdayThu
Room 8
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Daniel R
FridayFri
SaturdaySat
SundaySun

Gold Coast Southport Campus Course TRAINERS

Daniel R

TBA

Gold Coast Southport Campus Campus & Facilities

Your Campus

Nestled along Queensland’s most iconic coastline, our Gold Coast Centre is a study and recreation paradise, just minutes from the surf, gigantic shopping malls & a wealth of attractions.

1 Nerang Street, Southport

Session Locations

Gold Coast Room 8
  • Smart Tv

Cosy teaching space complete with collaborative seating and smart tv.

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Here's what our General English students think

See why more than 20,000 students have chosen Charlton Brown

Luna
General English

I’m so lucky, I had a great time with amazing teachers in General English-Ms.Jessica and Ms.Jayne. They’re always supportive to us. I’ve learned a lot and I could improve my English skill with my class. I really appreciate their help.

 

Why study with ?

Very Affordable.

Our low fees are designed to make education accessible to all students, and we provide a range of funding options, and customised payment schedules.

Lots of Pathway Options.

We offer more than 200 different package and pathway options to award-winning Australian universities, like Griffith, Bond and UTAS.

Accessible Entry Requirements.

Our college caters to learners of all academic backgrounds and English levels, with a huge range of free study support and tutoring options.

Just the education you need.

Our hyper-focused, student-support-heavy training programmes are designed to get students out into industry, with exactly the skills that industry demand.

How do I apply?

Our application process is free, easy & there’s no obligation.

1

Submit an Application

It’s free, takes around 5 minutes, and helps our team make sure you’re eligible. If you have any questions, for example around how to pay, funding, schedule, placement etc, ask them at the same time.
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2

Accept your letter of offer

Our team will send you a letter of offer for you to accept. Sign and send it back, pay your enrolment fee, then our Admissions Team will send you an onboarding pack, provide Student Learning Portal access and introduce you to your trainer. Welcome onboard!

An effective teacher is one who directs, facilitates and manages the students’ learning process. Da Teng is one of them. I like his flexible teaching style, positive belief in the ability to solve translating problems, willingness and motivation to listen and caring for students.

 

Zhang Jing

I’m very happy with the service and education Charlton Brown provided! Alvin’s teaching was fun, creative and entertaining. He likes to talk about trending topics in the class. He’s also fast at answering any questions.

Rob Manz

Thanks to CB admin staff Shirley, Menu, and My teacher Fei, Beth and Fanny for providing the care and support. I’ll start working casually at a childcare centre soon after the placement. I’m extremely happy with my achievement!

 

Ping Lai

From our trainer Rudy to the fantastic online resources, super engaging lectures and the outstanding guest speakers – plus the 24/7 student support – there’s literally no better place to study. It’s incredible.

Nathaniel

I’ve been enjoying the course a lot. I gained the knowledge in the classroom and then apply it at workplace. The staff, the student services, they are all friendly and supportive.

 

Muni

I am very satisfied with CB.  I finished Cert III Individual Support and Cert IV Disability with trainer Jericho. He has been a superb help in completing my course.  Although he is strict on attendance and submission, he gives us flexibility in completing our assessments and offers free one-on-one consultation. He patiently explains to us the subjects we find difficult to understand.

CB admin team Menu and Shirley has been very wonderful in helping me with all my needs. I could not ask for a better educational institution in my studies here in Brisbane.

Milette Regalado

I highly recommend this course. Da Teng is very helpful and supportive to all students and thanks to him, I passed NAATI and became a certified translator. I also improved my English a lot from this course. It was a great learning experience.

 

Michy

I’m loving studying design at the institute – it’s fast-paced but the staff, the labs, the learning are awesome. The opportunity to start from scratch to design and market a clothing line is super exciting.

Mariana

I’ve been really improving my English, and I’m very excited to start high school in Australia.

 

Mao Masuda

I’m so lucky, I had a great time with amazing teachers in General English-Ms.Jessica and Ms.Jayne. They’re always supportive to us. I’ve learned a lot and I could improve my English skill with my class. I really appreciate their help.

 

Luna
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