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English proficiency to support your academic goals

Our Academic English program prepares you for academic success by introducing you to the spoken and written texts and skills you will need for success at university.

We build your practical skills through our communicative teaching methodology and the latest in digital learning tools. Our four levels of Academic English (A1–A4) are designed for students from intermediate to upper-intermediate level.

  • IELTS 5.0 and above
  • International
  • Intermediate to upper-intermediate
  • 5–20 weeks

Entry requirements

All scores (Overall, Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking) are considered when recommending your English course.

Download the ELP guide for more information about entry requirements.

Progression to direct entry programs

After successfully completing Academic English at an appropriate level, you may choose to progress to one of our Direct Entry programs. Our Academic English program can be packaged with a Direct Entry program.

During the English language programs you get used to formal University learning processes and learn academic skills. You will make friends from other countries.