English Language Courses
Learning English in Australia is more than just word memorization in the classroom. Our teaching methods focus on critical thinking, as well as teamwork and on topics – all drawn from real life experience. This means you'll not only learn about the language, you'll also learn how to use it in everyday life.
When you study in Australia, you will gain a range of life skills that you cannot acquire at home. Invaluable skills such as problem solving, leading different groups of people, and using English in real-life situations – these are the skills you will need in your life. With a mix of students from different cultures on campus, you will learn the world's language in a truly international environment.
We maintain consistently high quality in English teaching – no matter where you study or what course you choose. Since this is the only country in the world with a licensed framework to maintain national standards, as well as consistent quality assessments and operational audits – you can trust that you are getting high quality English training.
Types of English Training
Australia offers a wide range of English courses to meet different requirements:
General English
- Objectives - To improve general ability to take higher courses, improve English level when traveling, or do normal work in English-speaking countries
- Course Description - Focus on communication skills, focus on listening and speaking.
Academic English
- Objectives - You want to study at an Australian school, vocational college or university
- Course Description - Equipping you to study at universities, postgraduate or vocational schools using English
Academic English
- Objectives - You want to learn to speak and write English in a specific context
- Course Description - Focus on practical English in specific areas of study such as business, aviation or tourism
Exam Preparation
- Objectives - You plan to take IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC or Cambridge First Certificate
- Course Description - Prepare you to take English proficiency exams.
English for Teaching
- Objectives - You want to teach English to schools in your country
- Course Description - These courses include TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), EFTC (Teaching English to Children).
Travel combines learning
- Objectives - You want to take short vacations and learn English
- Course Description - These courses combine teaching English with sports, social, tourism or cultural activities.
High Schools
General education in Australia includes daycare, kindergarten, primary, lower secondary (or high school), and upper secondary (or college) education.
The duration of school is 13 years, from primary to secondary classes and is compulsory at least until the age of 16. Types of schools in Australia include public, non-public (including religious schools such as Catholic schools, or Islamic schools), and schools based on educational philosophies such as Montessori and Steiner. All schools must be registered with the Department of Education in the states or territories, and comply with government requirements for facilities and teacher registration.
Australia's schools don't just teach students. They prepare you for life – developing communication skills, a sense of discipline and self-respect, respect for others and society. The schools offer curriculum that broadens the main areas of study – English, mathematics, social and environmental studies, science, arts and literature, Languages Other than English (LOTE), technology, health and physical education. They also strongly believe in the benefits of comprehensive training – including teamwork, self-expression and personal development through extracurricular classes.
In Australia, you will learn in a diverse learning environment, develop your personal and academic development, and develop the skills and qualities needed to grow in an ever-changing world.
High learning standards
Australia's schools are among the best in the world. See for yourself what makes Australia's education so valuable:
- Small class size (up to 30 students in a class).
- The teachers have university degrees and qualifications and the teachers are specialized in the subject areas.
- High-standard facilities – high-tech, all schools have computers and internet connections.
- ‘Endowment and Talent' programs to foster high-achieving students.
- ‘High Achievement' programmes show that students top the subjects at university level for advanced credits.
- Individualized learning programs for students who need additional learning.
- Quality assurance frameworks require schools to meet standards.
Training of leaders
Australia's curriculum prepares you for the future. Our schools aim to develop students into independent and successful learners, confident and creative individuals, and dynamic and knowledgeable citizens – with the aim to provide you with the skills, knowledge and competencies to thrive in a globalized world. Australian schools from Kindergarten to Grade 12 focus on nurturing each student, and strive for excellence in all areas of education.
Ways of teaching and evaluation methods
A wide range of teaching methods are used including live teaching, student self-study, group work and presentations, visual presentations, online and interactive classes. A wide range of assessment methods are used to evaluate student outcomes. These may include individualized research topics, group assignments, presentations and visual presentations, high-tech use of audio or visual presentations as well as traditional exercises and tests. National and state-level exams ensure the standards are met and maintained.
High School Graduation Certificates
Upon completion of the general education programme (Grades 11 and 12), students take examinations and receive an official qualification certificate. The name of the certificate varies within the Australian education system but whatever it is called, it is recognised by all Australian universities, higher education and vocational education institutions, as well as many schools around the world.
Support for high school students
All Australian schools have strong security structures to ensure regular support for each student. These include:
- Coordinators for international students at each school.
- Student welfare team.
- Consultation during the school year.
- School counselors.
- Career advisors to assist students in planning and applying for further study.
- Staff and programs to support students using English as a second language.
- The students studied alongside Australian native students.
- Staying in homestays (staying with indigenous families): the homeowners must be inspected by the police to meet the requirements of the legislation on child protection and the homes must meet the required standards; the students must have a contact phone number in the school for emergencies throughout the 24 hours.
- Some schools have dormitories.
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Vocational education: Vocational training
Whether you're looking to work right away, or to get a head start on college and university studies, a Vocational Education and Training (VET) certificate can get you where you want to go.
The sector of vocational training in Australia is based on collaboration between governments and industries. Government schools, known as Vocational and Technical Schools (TAFE), as well as private schools, issue VET certificates. The Australian Government (federal and state) funds capital, develops policies and enforces management, and ensures quality. Industrial groups and employers are involved in contributing to training policies and advantages, and in developing qualifications that provide skills for the workforce.
Learning with the experts...
There's nothing more exciting than learning from someone who shares your passion – and who is doing it at the highest level. In Australia, VET instructors are not only knowledgeable about the industry, but also have hands-on experience in their specialized fields – maintaining popular knowledge, and changing their courses to meet the changing focus and requirements of the industry. This means that you're not just learning theory, but learning the practical knowledge of the subjects.
...and learn from professional practice
Many of our VET courses are combined with on-campus practical time, which means you not only study in the classroom, but also gain valuable practical experience in a real working environment. It is these practical experiences that ensure you are fully prepared to work in the industry of your choice.
Quality Assurance
In Australia, the quality of education is guaranteed. In fact, the rights of international students, the quality of training and the right to access up-to-date and accurate information are protected by law – through the Educational Services for International Students (ESOS) Act 2000. In addition, the national governing body for VET – Occupational Education and Training Quality Assurance Agency (ASQA)(opens in a new window) - ensuring the quality of our VET training for over 1.2 million students - including over 230,000 international students.
Vocational certificates
Vocational Education and Training (VET) schools specialize in offering courses that give you skills related to industries, including administration, retail, tourism and hospitality, construction, energy, public services and healthcare, transport, mining, manufacturing and technology.
Vocational qualifications are awarded based on academic results, and focus on training occupational skills and competencies. The Australian National Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognises previous academic results and/or current competencies making credit transfer easier and providing students with flexible transfer programs. Qualifications are arranged into four levels (Certificates I. II, III, and IV), Certificate courses and Advanced Certificates.
VET training will broaden your skills within a range and teach you the practical experience you will need when working. The course will train you to design, plan and implement the practical and technical aspects of the industry.
Below is a list of certificates and career outcomes of Australia's VET courses:
Certificate Level I
- Course duration - Four to six months.
- Occupation - Skilled operators
Level II Certificate
- Course duration - Six to eight months.
- Occupation - Senior operators
Certificate III
- Course duration - About a year.
- Occupation - Qualified tradesperson or technician Qualified workers or technicians
Certificate Level IV
- Course duration - 12 - 18 months
- Occupation - Supervisors
Certificate
- Course duration - 18 - 24 months.
- Occupation - Assistants
Advanced Certificate
- Course duration - 24 - 36 months.
- Occupation - Low level management
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Undergraduate and Postgraduate Training
Australian schools offer a wide range of courses – from natural sciences to management and trade, from humanities to engineering, and from law to health sciences. Australian universities rank among the best in the world, particularly in engineering and technology, medicine, environmental sciences, and finance and accounting.
There are three types of undergraduate degrees, the Bachelor, Master and Doctorate. In Australia, it is extremely common for students to enroll in a dual Bachelor's degree program or a combination to receive two Bachelor's degrees. This is most common in the areas of the arts, commerce, law and science.
There are 43 universities in Australia (40 Australian universities, two international universities, and one privately owned institution). Along with universities, there are many other institutions offering undergraduate courses. You can search for schools and courses at the Schools and Courses Search section of this website.
Quality Assurance
Australia has national bodies responsible for the regulation and quality of higher education programs – the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Authority (TEQSA)(opens in a new window). The Australian Government has established this body to control universities and non-universities, monitor quality and set standards.
In addition, the following are the rights of students that are protected by law under the Educational Services for International Students (ESOS) 2000 Law:
- Benefits of all international students.
- Quality of student training.
- Provide timely and accurate information.
Education Quality Index
The Quality of Education Index (QILT) website helps us understand the quality of education based on comparisons between schools, institutions or industry groups. The information is provided based on the results of thousands of surveys for domestic, international and alumni students studying in Australia. The website also provides a satisfaction index for students who have studied in Australia and a percentage of students who have a job after graduation and their average salary.
For more information, please visit: www.qilt.edu.au(opens in a new window)
Undergraduate/postgraduate degrees
Here are the degrees you can get at a university or higher education institution. You can study full-time at the university, study online, or a combination of both.
Interconnected Bachelor Degree
- Course duration - Two years.
- Input Requirements - Equivalent to Grade 12, Certificate III or Certificate IV
- Details - An Associate's degree is a short-term training program that supports career development if you are working and do not have time to complete the entire Bachelor's program. This can be a Bachelor's Associate's degree or prepare you for an Advanced Certificate in specialty training. The Associate's degree will be the foundation or foundation for your field. It will cover broad theory and allow you to develop the relevant basic work skills.
Bachelor's Degree
- Course duration - Three years.
- Input Requirements - Equivalent to Grade 12, Certificate III or Certificate IV
- Details - A Bachelor's Degree is the basic qualification for an industry. It will systematically provide you with the knowledge, basic principles and problem-solving skills you will need to work. With deeper training content than the Intermediate Bachelor's Degree, the Bachelor's Degree will develop your skills and knowledge to a level where you can continue to study in a graduate program if you wish.
Bachelor's Degree (Honours)
- Course duration - Four years.
- Input Requirements - Bachelor's Degree
- Details - If you do very well in the Bachelor's program, the school may accept you for an additional year to graduate with honors.
Graduate Certificate
- Course duration - Six months.
- Input Requirements - Bachelor's Degree
- Details - The Graduate Certificate will extend the individual skills you have accumulated in the bachelor's program, or develop your knowledge into a new field.
Graduate Certificate
- Course duration - One year.
- Input Requirements - Bachelor's Degree
- Details - Postgraduate Certificate has a quantity of knowledge that can be applied in a variety of contexts for you to do professional work or skilled work and higher education.
Master's Degree
- Course duration - 1-2 years
- Input Requirements - Bachelor Degree (Honours) or Bachelor Degree
- Details - A Master's Degree is an independent study course, traditional credit course or a combination of the two, and will help you become a leader in your field. You can study for a Master's Degree one year after obtaining an Honorary Bachelor's Degree, or two years after graduating from a Bachelor's Degree.
Doctoral Degree
- Course duration - Usually three years.
- Input Requirements - Master's Degree
- Details - This is the highest degree awarded by Australian universities, the PhD program is a research program, although it may have several credits. The three parts of the PhD include:
- a scientific commentary, experiment or approach to knowledge.
- an original research work that contributes to knowledge and understanding in your field.
- an important, well-ordered thesis that shows the connection between the research and the field of study.
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Internship
Internships are temporary work arrangements at agencies and schools. Salaried or unpaid internships vary by industry and duration, and are a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in your field of study.
Some of the benefits of an internship may include:
- Contribute to your learning with course credits.
- Working in Australia can help you find opportunities to do the same when you return home.
- Help you improve your English level
- Helping you establish professional connections can be helpful when future referrals are needed.
- Learn new work skills and practices.
There are several types of student visas and work visas that allow international students to intern in Australia. Different conditions may apply when it comes to the duration of the internship, including the number of hours of internship a day/a week, and whether you can be paid as an intern. You can find out more information at our website. Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship(opens in a new window)
Many schools have internship programs, so check the options your school offers. Private internship placement and recruitment companies can also help international students find internship opportunities. However, be aware that there may be fees associated with using these companies. The fee can range from $1,500 or more depending on the length of your internship.
For more information, please contact: Greatlink International Study Abroad Co., Ltd
Hotline: 0936.77.33.86 / 0868.81.79.81
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