BOND UNIVERSITY
ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
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BUELI
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DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE Welcome to Bond University English Language Institute. Choosing to study English language is an important decision that can help you create better job opportunities in today’s global environment. Studying English at a university provides you with the added benefits of a university experience including a vibrant campus life, university sporting facilities and activities, student clubs, social and cultural events. Bond University English Language Institute (BUELI) offers a range of courses to meet the needs of those who wish to pursue English as a second language. From conversational English in our General English classes, to Business English, Cambridge First Certificate in English and academic preparation in our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses, BUELI provides quality assured programs in a personal, fun and small group environment. As a member of the National English Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) and English Australia, BUELI meets high standards of quality for both its program and its staff. Our friendly teachers all meet quality guidelines to ensure you are being taught by highly qualified and experienced teachers. Our English language students come from many different countries so you will have the opportunity to create a global network of friends from all over the world. If your ambition is to learn English as a second language, then Bond University English Language Institute will give you the opportunity to expand your world.
Mr Rowan Hinton Director, BUELI and Bond College
Bond University was given its University status in 1987, having been established under an Act of the Queensland Parliament. Bond is part of the Australian system of higher education, and is recognised as an accredited Australian university by the Australian Ministerial Council on Education, Employment, Training and Youth Affairs (MCEETYA), which is responsible for establishing national protocols for education in Australia. It is also a full member of Universities Australia (UA) and the Association of Commonwealth Universities. The information published in this document is correct at the time of printing. However, all programs are subject to review by the Academic Senate of the University and the University reserves the right to change its program offerings and subjects without notice. For the most up-to-date information, visit www.bond.edu.au. The information published in this document is intended as a guide and persons considering an offer of enrolment should contact the relevant faculty to see if any changes have been made before deciding to accept their offer. (Date printed May 2013)
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BOND UNIVERSITY ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
Introduction to Bond University English Language Institute The Bond University English Language Institute (BUELI) is located on the Bond University campus, in the heart of the Gold Coast in Australia. BUELI students have full access to the University’s worldclass facilities as well as university social events.
About BOND UNIVERSITY ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE At BUELI you can make friends from all over the world with students enrolled from over 40 countries. Most classes have students representing at least seven or eight nationalities, bringing an international perspective to the classroom. BUELI’s team of teachers are highly qualified, experienced and international. BUELI teachers make it their priority to ensure you are getting the most out of your studies and are there to help you to achieve your study goals.
ABOUT BOND UNIVERSITY Bond University is Australia’s highest rating university*, created in the tradition of the world’s most prestigious private educational institutions. More than 350 undergraduate and postgraduate degrees (including combined degrees) are available in the faculties of Business, Health Sciences & Medicine, Humanities & Social Sciences, Law and the Institute of Sustainable Development & Architecture.
UNIVERSITY RATINGS Student to Staff Ratio* Staff Qualifications* Teaching Quality* Generic Skills* Overall Satisfaction* Non-Government Earnings* INTERNATIONALISATIOn** INFRASTRUCTURE** OVERALL GRADUATE SATISFACTION^ STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO^^ GRADUATE SATISFACTION IN LAW^ * 2013 Good Universities Guide ** 2011 QS Star Ratings ^ Compared to Australia’s Group of Eight leading Universities, Graduate Careers Australia’s 2009 Australian Graduate Survey based on 2008 Graduates ^^ 2008 Student To Teacher Ratio, Universities Australia
BOND UNIVERSITY CAMPUS FACILITIES The following facilities are available to BUELI students. Learning facilities: • Audio visual equipment • Balnaves Foundation Multimedia Learning Centre • Computers and wireless laptop access • Foreign language email capability • John and Alison Kearney Law Library • John and Alison Kearney Main Library • Resources such as books, DVDs and CDs for borrowing from the libraries • Self-access resources for independent study Sports facilities: • Beach volleyball court • Boxing circuit training room • Golf and cricket practice nets • Group exercise classes • Olympic size swimming pool • Rugby and soccer fields • Sauna and spa • Spinning studio • Sports hall • Squash courts • Tennis courts • Weights room General campus facilities: • Book shop / gift shop • Printing and photo shop • Student medical centre • Student travel agency SPORTING CLUBS AND SOCIETIES Bond University has a wide range of sporting, social and special interest clubs. You are encouraged to participate in these clubs where you will have the opportunity to meet Australian students as well as students of other nationalities. *Rating the most five-stars of any university in the Good Universities Guide.
iGraduate Survey Data Results In the iGraduate survey of 2011, over 7,500 language students from 49 English schools around Australia were asked to rate their study experience. BUELI students ranked us above the Australian average on a number of the measures of satisfaction including teaching ability of teachers, teachers who are easy to understand, friendly and approachable, studying with people from other cultures, and non-classroom activities to help me learn English.
Our high standards of teaching, our experienced professional teachers, and the facilities on the Bond University campus are what make the difference for students learning English. BUELI was also ranked #1 by our students for value for money for their English course.
iGraduate Measure of Satisfaction
BUELI score
Australian Average
I feel that my English course offers value for money
90%
79%
Teaching ability of teachers
96%
94%
Teachers who I can understand
98%
95%
Getting time from teachers/personal learning support when I need it
92%
89%
Staff / teachers who are friendly and approachable
98%
95%
Opportunities to practice my English language skills
91%
85%
Studying with people from other cultures
94%
87%
Technology, computers, internet access
93%
85%
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ARRIvING AT BOND We will arrange arrival and departure transfers from Brisbane or the Gold Coast airport. We will also arrange transfers to and from all excursions. On your first day you will meet key staff members and take a tour of the campus. You will also be given a simple English test and be interviewed to ensure you are placed in the best class for your level of English.
ACCOMMODATION BUELI students may choose from two different accommodation options - homestay with a local family or off-campus accommodation. Homestay Living with a local family, you’ll learn about Australian customs and can practice your English every day. Homestay packages include a single room with study facilities, two meals per day between Monday and Friday, and three meals per day on weekends. Room-only options are also available. For more information please visit www.bond.edu.au/homestay. Off-campus Accommodation There are a variety of accommodation options available within walking distance of Bond. You can expect to pay around AUD$140 - AUD$190 per week for a furnished bedroom in a shared apartment.
DINING Students have many daily dining options available on campus. For more information visit www.bond.edu.au/accommodation-and-dining.
LIVING EXPENSES Students can expect to pay around AUD$18,000* per year for living expenses, including accommodation.
APPLICATIONS Students can apply online for entry into BUELI courses at www.bond.edu.au/apply-for-bueli.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION VISA REGULATIONS BUELI students will need to apply for an Australian visa. Student visa holders are required to attend classes full-time, maintain over 80 per cent attendance at class and show regular improvement in their English. Tourist visa holders may study for three months and are not permitted to work in Australia. Working Holiday visa holders may study with BUELI for up to 17 weeks and work for the rest of the year. COURSE AND VISA EXTENSIONS BUELI staff can help you extend your English course and can put you in contact with the immigration department if you need to apply to extend your visa. Bond University staff can provide advice on degree programs at Bond and entry requirements. HEALTH INSURANCE The Australian Government requires that all international Student visa holders and their dependants have health insurance for the duration of the visa. You must also have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) before you apply for a Student visa. If you extend your visa, you must also extend your OSHC. We recommend that students on Tourist or Working Holiday visas purchase health and travel insurance. POLICIES Refund policy, grievance policy, and the privacy statement are available on our website at www.bond.edu.au/bueli-policies.
*Approximate living cost according to the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
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PROGRAMS
PROGRAMS Bond University English Language Institute offers a variety of English language programs. These on-campus programs prepare you for success in life, as well as to study full degree programs at Bond University. Completion of these programs will significantly enhance your career prospects.
ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES CRICOS Course Code 066082c Description This course is designed to improve your academic English and study skills so you can enrol in Bond University or other higher education courses in Australia and internationally. Content / Assessment The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course is a full-time program. There are three levels – each level is one semester long. When you apply, you will be placed in the right level of the program for your level of English. Level 1 Develop language and study skills through planning and writing essays, improving reading speed, learning how to take and organise notes, and planning and delivering short speeches and presentations. Level 2 Develop writing skills, research skills for essay writing, text analysis skills and note-taking strategies. Level 3 Develop skills in writing reports and essays, note-taking from written and spoken texts, understanding university lectures, research and study skills, arguments and debates. All EAP students, regardless of level, are assessed in the four macro skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking through the following: • Ongoing assignments throughout the semester • A mid-semester exam (Week 7) • A final exam (Week 14) • Students who successfully complete their level will receive a BUELI certificate Length Each level takes 14 weeks studying full-time at 25 hours per week. Five hours of this will be independent study and / or individual consultation.
Schedule AND FEES EAP courses start in January, May and September, in line with Bond University’s academic semesters. This allows you to progress easily into the University’s degree programs. Please visit www.bond.edu.au/bueli for further information on courses and fees. In class we focus on academic English for getting into university and studying for the IELTS test. My study is challenging, but I really enjoy my classes. At Bond we really have a chance to improve, because this university focuses on the students. The campus is extremely beautiful and the students here really love being at Bond. I am currently studying at a Japanese university and want to go on to do my master’s in social welfare and education. AI NISHIZAWA - BUELI alumna, Japan
Entry requirements EAP students should have a study record that reflects dedication and commitment, and school records that meet University entry requirements. Students must successfully pass BUELI’s EAP entry test to be admitted into this program. As a guide, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) results usually correspond to the following EAP entry levels: IELTS 5.0
EAP 1 (with no band score less than 4.5)
IELTS 5.5
EAP 2 (with no band score less than 5.0)
IELTS 6.0
EAP 3 (with no band score less than 5.5)
Further study Completion of Level 3 will satisfy the English language entry requirements for most Bond University degree programs, which require an IELTS 6.5 entry level.
PATHWAYs TO BOND UNIVERSITY
General English Plus EAP entry test
English level equivalent to IELTS 5.0
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programs
EAP Level 1
English level equivalent to IELTS 5.5
Undergraduate - Diploma of University English Studies
EAP Level 2
English level equivalent to IELTS 6.0
Bond College Foundation Program Bond University Higher Education Diplomas Graduate Certificate in University English Bond College Masters Qualifying Program
EAP Level 3
English level equivalent to IELTS 6.5
Direct entry to undergraduate and postgraduate programs that have an IELTS entry requirement of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
English level equivalent to IELTS 7.0
Students who attain a grade of Distinction or higher in EAP 3 will gain direct entry into University programs that have an entry requirement of IELTS 7.0. Due to specific accreditation requirements the Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery, Doctor of Physiotherapy, the Master of Psychology (Clinical) and Master of Psychology (Forensic) require an IELTS test to satisfy the English Language requirements.
EAP Level 3
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GENERAL ENGLISH CRICOS Course Code 065668G DESCRIPTION General English is designed to improve your English skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar. CONTENT / Assessment Classes are available from elementary to advanced and focus on everyday English. Activities in which you will take part include: • Active listening • Pair and group practise • Vocabulary and grammar • Role play and drama • Excursions • Writing workshops • Games, music, television and movies General English students are assessed on weekly tasks, mid-term and end of term tests in the four skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening, and grammar. LENGTH Our programs are self paced and students are tested every five weeks. Once a student has improved sufficiently, they may move up to the next level. On average a student can expect to stay on one level for
10 weeks. Full-time students study for 25 hours per week. Part-time study is also available (visa permitting) for 17.5 hours per week. SCHEDULE AND FEES General English programs commence every 10 weeks throughout the year, except for 10 days over the Christmas and New Year period. It is best to start at the beginning of a program, however students can commence on any Monday if necessary. For more information please visit www.bond.edu.au/bueli.
I researched the English language schools on the Gold Coast a lot before coming to Australia and discovered that BUELI was definitely the best. The campus is amazing and the atmosphere is great. I have really enjoyed using the huge range of facilities here on campus which makes it easy to make friends. BRUNO ROSA - BUELI alumnus and current Bond University student, Brazil
GENERAL ENGLISh example timetable 8.30am - 10.00am
Revision of previous week’s language focus – Past simple
10.00am - 10.30am
Break
10.30am - 12.30pm
Pronunciation – Features of connective speech Vocabulary – Words definitions, synonyms and vocabulary classification Speaking – What did you do on the weekend?
12.30pm - 1.30pm
Lunch
1.30pm - 3.00pm
Oral practise activity – Irregular verbs crossword
3.00pm - 5.00pm
Conversation Club
BUSINESS ENGLISH CRICOS Course Code 065669F DESCRIPTION Business English is designed to teach you how to communicate more effectively in the business world. This course will improve your business English language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. You will also improve your grammatical accuracy and expand your vocabulary.
SCHEDULE AND FEES Visit www.bond.edu.au/bueli for commencement dates, exam dates and fee information. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Upper intermediate level. You are required to take a BUELI entry test to qualify for this course. You may be advised to take General English first.
CONTENT / Assessment The Business English course covers language relating to teamwork, the office, communication, corporate hospitality, company structures and systems, buying and selling, customer service, travel and conference meetings, reporting results, health and safety, marketing, presentations, jobs and careers. Progressive assessments are based on regular in-class tests and projects. LENGTH The Business English program is 10 weeks in duration. Classes commence every five weeks, and the minimum study period is five weeks. The Business English course is full-time at 25 hours per week.
During my studies I met lots of interesting students from other countries. The classes were fun because my teacher was very friendly and helpful. In class we discussed real-life business and workplace situations which has helped me prepare for working in a real workplace. My goal is to work in international relations in my country and I believe BUELI has helped me get one step closer. GASTON BIANCHI - BUELI alumnus, Uruguay
BUSINESS ENGLISh example timetable
8.30am - 10.00am
Vocabulary – Speaking at interviews Listening and Viewing – The Google Life Speaking – Job satisfaction
10.00am - 10.30am
Break
10.30am - 12.30pm
Reading – Job advertisements Language Focus – Job skills Grammar Focus – Gerunds
12.30pm - 1.30pm
Lunch
1.30pm - 3.00pm
Supervised library access – Find a job online
3.00pm - 5.00pm
Conversation Club
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CAMBRIDGE FCE (FIRST CERTIFICATE IN ENGLISH) CRICOS Course Code 066083B DESCRIPTION This program is designed to prepare highly motivated students for the FCE Cambridge (First Certificate in English) examination, which is recognised internationally for employment and study purposes. CONTENT / Assessment This intensive course is designed to increase your ‘natural English’ capabilities including: • Developing reading and listening skills. • Improving writing skills: transactional letters, emails, reports and job applications. • Expanding your topic-specific vocabulary and informal everyday expressions. • Enhancing your fluency and pronunciation while removing translation errors. Students undertake the Cambridge exam at one of the local accredited testing centres. Those who successfully complete their level will receive a BUELI certificate. LENGTH The Cambridge FCE program is 10 to 12 weeks long when studying full-time at 25 hours per week. The course is offered four times each year and each course ends just before a Cambridge FCE exam date.
SCHEDULE AND FEES Visit www.bond.edu.au/bueli for commencement, exam dates and fee information. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Upper intermediate level. You are required to take a BUELI entry test to check if you are ready for this course. You may be advised to take General English first.
The highlight of my study at BUELI has been meeting all my new friends and the great teachers on this beautiful campus. The teachers really teach from the heart and want us to achieve our best. The atmosphere among the students in and out of the classroom is really relaxed and fun. The mix of talking, reading, writing and listening is great - I got the highest score in my class last semester. I want to do my Bachelor of Journalism in Sweden and then go abroad again to do my master’s. DANIELLA CEDERMARK - BUELI alumna, Sweden
CAMBRIDGE FIRST CERTIFICATE IN ENGLISH example timetable 8.30am - 10.00am
Language Focus – Past simple, past continuous and past perfect
10.00am - 10.30am
Break
10.30am - 12.30pm
Vocabulary – ‘Absolutely collocations’ Reading – Urban legends
12.30pm - 1.30pm
Lunch
1.30pm - 3.00pm
Speaking – Practice for part 2 of the speaking test
3.00pm - 5.00pm
Conversation Club
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STUDY TOURS Bond University English Language Institute offers tailor-made study tours, which are a minimum of two weeks in duration. Itineraries will vary to suit the requirements of your group.
FULL-TIME STUDY TOUR EXAMPLE TIMETABLE
8.30am - 10.00am
English classes
Study tour options include: 1. English tuition only 2. English tuition plus excursions 3. English tuition plus sporting activities, including beach programs 4. English tuition plus excursions and sporting activities
10.00am - 10.30am
Morning tea break
10.30am - 12.30pm
English classes
12.30pm - 1.30pm
Lunch break
3.00pm onwards
Stay on campus to enjoy the facilities or go home to relax
Tour group packages may include: • Home stay accommodation • Excursions to all Gold Coast attractions • Shopping outlets • Sporting facilities on the Bond University campus • Graduation lunches
Weekends
Free time or organised excursions
We will arrange arrival and departure transfers from Brisbane or the Gold Coast airports. We will also arrange transfers to and from all excursions.
10.00am - 10.30am
Morning tea break
10.30am - 12.30pm
English classes
12.30pm onwards
Excursions
WEEKDAYS
PART-TIME STUDY TOUR EXAMPLE TIMETABLE WEEKDAYS
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ATTRACTIONS ON THE GOLD COAST
ATTRACTIONS ON THE GOLD COAST Bond University is located in Australia’s favourite holiday destination, the beautiful Gold Coast. The Gold Coast has a warm, sunny climate and a wealth of fun and educational attractions. Below are just some of the places you can visit during your studies at BUELI.
THEME PARKS
GOLD COAST BEACHES
The Gold Coast is the theme park capital of Australia. Try the thrill rides at Dreamworld, Sea World and Movie World or make a splash at Whitewater World and Wet’n’Wild.
Enjoy a range of beach activities such as surfing lessons, beach volleyball, team building activities or just relax and enjoy the beauty of our uncrowded coastline.
CURRUMBIN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
NATIONAL PARKS
With hundreds of native Australian animals on display in natural bushland and rainforest settings, you can enjoy the rare opportunity to see and experience native wildlife.
The Gold Coast has many outdoor attractions including World Heritage-listed rainforests, waterfalls, mountain swimming pools, walking trails and scenic views.
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CRICOS Provider Code 00017B
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