ENGLISH COURSE GUIDE Brisbane, Darwin, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney
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Contents
Student Services
Courses
Services & Support ...................................................2
Course Finder .........................................................16
Accommodation .......................................................2
Timetables .............................................................. 17
Boomerang ...............................................................3
General English .......................................................18
Schools
myStudy ................................................................. 19
Living in Australia ......................................................6
Pathway Partners .................................................... 21
Choose your location ................................................7
IELTS Preparation ....................................................22
Brisbane ...................................................................8
Cambridge Preparation ...........................................23
Darwin ......................................................................9
English + Career Experience ....................................24
Hawthorn-Melbourne ..............................................10
Study Tours .............................................................26
Manly Beach ........................................................... 11
Progression Chart ...................................................27
North Metro TAFE Perth ........................................... 12
English Requirements..............................................28
Perth ......................................................................13
How to Apply ..........................................................29
Sydney Hyde Park .................................................. 14
Academic English................................................... 20
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Where the world comes to learn English At Navitas English, we’re passionate about connecting cultures and helping people change their lives. With English language training you can create a new future for yourself – with higher education, career opportunities or new travel experiences. Pathways 60+ pathways, more than any other Australian English school Experience Helping students achieve their English goals for more than 35 years
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Success 91% pass rate for Academic English
Boomerang Make new friends through the Boomerang social club
myStudy Supervised self-study to accelerate your English learning/skills
Students Ranked number one for making friends and good contacts for the futureˆ
Diversity Learn English with students from 100+ nationalities.
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What our students have to say
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of our students recommend Navitas English*
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of our students rate our buildings, facilities and classrooms good to excellent*
*Nov 2016 - National NPS Survey. ^2016 i-graduate English Language Barometer.
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/schools
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Student Services and Support Student support We offer all the support you need to get the most out of your time in Australia. If you have problems while studying at Navitas English, we can help.
Learning support Develop your English with multimedia and online resources. You can take advantage of myStudy electives, myStudy space and eBeam classroom technology.
Job support Get help finding work with job search tips, resume writing and interview techniques. We can help you find training, such as barista courses.
Testing centre Over 20,000 candidates a year sit internationally recognised and accredited English language tests at one of our Navitas English Test Centres.
24 hour help: If you need help, you can contact Navitas English at any time on our 24 hour helpline for students. Just call 1800 NAVITAS (1800 6284827).
Student benefits Studying at Navitas English has extra benefits. Travel Australia at a discount, work out with gym deals, or try a different Navitas English school with a free flight.
To find out more visit navitasenglish.edu.au/services
Accommodation and Welcome Welcome services Our transfer service can pick you up or drop you off at the airport. Your driver will meet you in the airport and take you to your accommodation.
Independent With options to suit all budgets, Navitas English can help you organise independent accommodation in a guest house, hostel, hotel or student apartment.
Rental accommodation For more independent living, you can rent a property or a room in a house.
Homestay
Uni Lodge, Darwin
Homestay Homestay is a great, affordable way to experience the Australian lifestyle and practise your English with native speakers outside the classroom.
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/welcome
Campus accommodation Two on-campus accommodation providers at Charles Darwin University campus.
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Boomerang Have fun, experience Australian life and make new friends from around the world. The Boomerang activities club at Navitas English schools is a great way to socialise, practise your language skills and see Australia. Each school has a dedicated activities coordinator to help you make the most out of your stay in Australia!
Surf camp
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Bubble Soccer
Bushwalking
Sailing
Barista course
“Boomerang is a great idea if you’re looking to make new friends and improve your English at the same time.”
Julie, Brazil
General English
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/boomerang
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LIVE AND STUDY IN...
Darwin
Brisbane Perth
Manly Beach
North Metro TAFE Perth
Sydney Hyde Park Hawthorn-Melbourne
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Living in Australia When you come to Australia, you’ll be welcomed to a friendly and vibrant country. Australia is a global leader in education and considered the second most liveable country in the world. Living here, you’ll discover our lively cities and the natural beauty of our landscape, including 19 world heritage listed sites. Think of the Great Barrier Reef, the Sydney Opera House, our rainforests and wide red desert. You’ll also meet people from all over the world. Australia has a broad mix of cultures, and our people speak more than 260 different languages. You’ll see this diversity in our cultural life and our food – there are so many different cuisines available!
Education in Australia
Working in Australia
Australia is a great place to live, and it also offers top education. Our education system has produced world leaders in every field: business, science, design, education and the arts.
You can work part-time while you study in Australia. This can help you cover the cost of living expenses and the possibility to gain experience in your area of study.
As an international student, you have a wide range of study options. If you study with Navitas English, you have access to our network of more than 60 direct entry partners.
Most student visas allow you to work unrestricted hours during course breaks. While your course is in session, you can work a maximum of 40 hours per fortnight.
For a list of direct entry partners visit: navitasenglish.edu.au/ direct-entry-agreements
“What I like most about living in Australia are the many opportunities to travel and discover new areas of this beautiful country.”
Olivier, Switzerland
Cambridge Preparation
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/australia
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Choose your location With Navitas English schools across Australia, you can choose to study by the beach, in the centre of a busy city or on a university campus. Australia has a huge variety of weather, from temperate Melbourne to tropical Darwin and everything in between! Our cities are all coastal, so you are never far away from the beach. BBQs, surďŹ ng and wildlife are all a typical part of Australian lifestyle. Our cities are famous for their amazing food, excellent coffee, vibrant nightlife and unique architecture.
Melbourne, Victoria
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Darwin, Northern Territory
Perth, Western Australia
Sydney, New South Wales
Fly for free with Airlink Do you want to experience more than one part of Australia? Navitas English has schools around the country. Airlink will let you y for free between two schools in the Navitas English network. Try the busy city atmosphere in Sydney and then experience the more relaxed lifestyle of Darwin or Perth.
Darwin
Brisbane
To receive a free one-way ight between two of our Australian schools: • You must study at least 4 weeks at the ďŹ rst school • For Working Holiday Visa holders, you must be studying for 17 weeks in total • For Student Visa holders, you must be studying for at least 20 weeks
Perth & North Metro TAFE Perth
Sydney Hyde Park & Manly Beach Hawthorn-Melbourne
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/airlink
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Brisbane As the capital of Australia’s sunshine state, Brisbane enjoys an outdoor lifestyle with easy access to beaches and national parks.
“Brisbane is very multi-cultural, very relaxed. I think it’s the sunshine, because it’s always sunny everyone is relaxed and really welcoming." Louise Kane,
Director of Studies Summer 29°C
Capacity 250 Aa Bb Cc
Winter 22°C
Classrooms 15
Population 2.3 million
Average class size 15
100% Academic English pass rate Australian #1 for: accommodation; safety*
Local cafe
Reception *2018 i-graduate English Language Barometer.
Student kitchen
Rooftop terrace Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/brisbane
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Darwin Charles Darwin University campus is located in a tropical city with thriving tourism and excellent employment opportunities.
“Students choose Darwin for its multiculturalism and friendliness. There’s a great mix of nationalities and we’re all very welcoming and positive.” Tamarzon Larner,
Director of Studies Capacity 180
Summer 33°C Aa Bb Cc
Winter 27°C
Classrooms 5
Population 142,300
Average class size 14
Global #3 for student employability* Global top 10 for: language support & practice; learning for future courses; living costs; non-classroom activities to help learn English^
Computer lab
Campus grounds
Student lounge Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/darwin
Library *2016 i-graduate English Language Barometer. ^2018 i-graduate English Language Barometer.
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Hawthorn-Melbourne Study at a university English language centre and improve your academic English skills in preparation for Australian high school or tertiary education.
“Our courses are designed to give students the academic English skills they need to succeed at a university level.” Maxine Sahhar,
Hawthorn-Melbourne Principal Capacity 1200
Summer 21°C Aa Bb Cc
Winter 11°C
Classrooms 38
Population 4.5 million
Average class size 15
A member of University English Centres Australia (UECA) Global top 10 for: counselling; medical care*
Gymnasium
Cafeteria *2018 i-graduate English Language Barometer.
Campus grounds
Library Find out more hawthornenglish.edu.au
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Manly Beach Navitas English Manly Beach is the most recommended English school in Australia!* Seaside village living with the city just a ferry ride away.
“Students choose to study here because of the beach; it’s one of the most beautiful beaches in Australia." Alex Cadman,
Director of Studies Summer 26°C
Capacity 315 Aa Bb Cc
Winter 17°C
Classrooms 8
Population 44,786
Average class size 13
2 minute walk to the beach Global #1 for: opportunities to earn money while studying; feeling welcome^
Manly promenade
Student lounge
Local café Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/manly-beach
Classroom *2016 i-graduate English Language Barometer. ^2018 i-graduate English Language Barometer.
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North Metro TAFE Perth Study at Western Australia’s North Metropolitan TAFE Perth campus and enjoy access to support services for your academic studies and personal development.
“Students choose to study here because they want to progress to North Metropolitan TAFE where they can study anything from accounting to hospitality.” Simon Baronowitz,
Director of Studies Capacity 324
Summer 30°C Aa Bb Cc
Winter 20°C
Classrooms 9
Population 2 million
Average class size 13
Access to TAFE facilities Australian #1 for: “I have made progress in learning English since beginning this course of study”*
Library
North Metropolitan TAFE *2018 i-graduate English Language Barometer.
“North Metro TAFE has great facilities and is right in the centre of Perth.”
Warren, Mauritius
IELTS Preparation
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/nmt
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Perth Head to Perth for a relaxed study experience in one of Australia’s friendliest cities.
“Perth is special because it has all of the culture and charm of a big city, but it also has the beach culture so it’s very relaxed." Danielle Rock,
Director of Studies Capacity 442
Summer 30°C Aa Bb Cc
Winter 20°C
Classrooms 13
Population 2 million
Average class size 14
5 minutes to city centre Australian top 10 for: fast application to offer process; multiculturalism*
Student courtyard
Classroom
Reception Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/perth
Student kitchen *2018 i-graduate English Language Barometer.
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Sydney Hyde Park A state-of-the-art educational experience in the heart of Sydney CBD, our brand new school offers a wide range of Navitas English courses.
“Amazing facilities, teachers and views, located in Sydney’s central business district." Lucy Worthington,
Director of Studies Summer 26°C
Capacity 600 Aa Bb Cc
Winter 17°C
Classrooms 16
Population 4.9 million
Average class size 15
Fully staffed student resource centre Global top 10 for: accommodation office; campus building & environment; social facilities; transport; visa support; weather*
Student kitchen
Breakout study area *2018 i-graduate English Language Barometer.
Hyde Park
Resource room Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/sydney-hyde-park
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Sydney Hyde Park Campus
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Course Finder We have English language schools across Australia with a range of courses to suit your English learning goals. Study English during the day or in the evening. Improve your academic writing for university study in Australia, or become better at real life conversation. Learn how to succeed in your IELTS or Cambridge test, and get the result you want.
General English (Evening) Academic English
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General English
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Whatever your goals, we can help you succeed! Use the table below to start planning your studies.
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“Studying at Navitas English has allowed me improve my communication skills and meet new people from different cultures. I am confident my improved English will help me find a good job.” Daria, Russia
General English
*Refer to Hawthorn-Melbourne course guide.
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Timetables Your timetable depends on your English course. We have day and evening, full-time and part-time timetables, and our classes start Monday weekly.
Timetable 1 (Day)
Timetable 2 (Day)
20 hours per week, plus 5 hours myStudy
20 hours per week, plus 5 hours myStudy
Timetable 3 (Evening) 20 hours per week
8.20am to 10.20am Morning class
10.25am to 12.25pm Morning class
4.40pm to 6.40pm Evening class
10.20am to 10.40am Break
12.25pm to 1.35pm Lunch
6.40pm to 7.00pm Break
10.40am to 11.40am Test practice/myStudy electives
1.35pm to 2.25pm Test practice/myStudy electives
7.00pm to 9.00pm Evening class
11.40am to 12.30pm Lunch
2.25pm to 2.35pm Break
12.30pm to 2.30pm Afternoon class
2.35pm to 4.35pm Afternoon class
Times are subject to change by campus.
Timetable 1 (Day) General English*
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IELTS Preparation*
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Timetable 2 (Day) Timetable 3 (Evening)
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General English 1, 2 and 3 Course overview Duration* 1 to 20 weeks per level
“I’ve had such a great teacher! Because of him, my skills improved a lot. myStudy was also extremely useful when I was at a lower level.”
Start dates* Any Monday Timetableˆ 8.20am to 2.30pm or 4.40pm to 9.00pm Entry requirements English No minimum English requirement for entry to General English. Minimum age requirement is 16 years of age. Day1 placement test Will ensure you are in the right class for your English level Visa Student, Working Holiday or Tourist
Jeong Min, Korea Our General English courses will help you develop language skills for real life situations, like having a conversation. We will help you develop the confidence to live, travel or work in Australia. You will graduate with real-world English skills you can use anywhere.
General English
Outcomes Understanding native and non-native English speakers
Gain the confidence to use English outside the classroom
Expand your vocabulary and grammar
Improve your writing skills and accuracy
Sample lesson plan
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Topic: Travel
Reading: ‘holiday styles’
Review: vocab and comparisons
Reading: interviews
Listening: video ‘relocating’
Social: everyday phrases for ‘small talk’
Morning
Vocab: places Reading for general info and detail
Speaking: forming questions, talking about yourself
Reading: general information and detail Speaking: sentence stress in questions
Listening: general information and detail Language: past and present
Language: conversation phrases Speaking: intonation and conversation continuation
Writing: blog about relocating Vocab: adjectives and comparisons
Listening: answering questions Review: vocabulary and language of travel
myStudy elective hour Afternoon Language: comparing Pronunciation: stress in comparative phrases
Vocab: people and places Pronunciation: word stress in adjectives
Speaking: interviews Review: vocab for people and places
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/general-english
*Refer to Hawthorn-Melbourne course guide. ˆSubject to changes by campus.
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myStudy Hour and Electives* myStudy is a self-study hour for Navitas English students. myStudy is always supervised by an English teacher, but it is not face-to-face teaching time. myStudy helps you to develop independent study skills so you can continue studying and learning at home and after your course ends. It also allows you to focus on specific skills or areas for improvement. If you are studying General English or Academic English, you can join a myStudy elective or you can use the myStudy hour for assignments and homework. If you are studying a test preparation course, use the myStudy hour for mock exams and practice tests.
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myStudy Business
myStudy Job Club
myStudy Newspaper Club
myStudy Computers
myStudy Language
myStudy Pronunciation
myStudy Conversation
myStudy Movies
“The teaching quality at Navitas English is excellent and I like that you can also work independently but have assistance when you need it with myStudy.”
Patricia, Switzerland
General English
*Refer to Hawthorn-Melbourne course guide. Ā Electives available are are subject to location.
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/mystudy
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Academic English 1, 2, and 3 Course overview Duration 10 weeks per course level Start dates Regular intakes throughout the year. Visit navitasenglish.edu. au/course-calendar Timetableˆ 8.20am to 2.30pm or 10.25am to 4.35pm Entry requirements English Intermediate to advanced (see page 28 for details) A pre-course qualifying test is required to guarantee a place in the course Visa Student, Working Holiday or Tourist
“I have mastered many academic skills I never thought I would.” Thi, Vietnam
Academic English
In this course, you will develop skills in academic proficiency and literacy in English. You will find it easier to understand and participate in your university course. If you complete the Academic English course successfully, you will be able to use English in a variety of academic contexts and take responsibility for your progress with little support from teachers.
Outcomes Confident note-taking for lectures and tutorials Analyse reading texts and interpret assessment tasks Participate in group projects and present confidently Structure your reports and essays effectively
Sample lesson plan
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Focus
Note taking, research, oral presentation
Planning writing, internal referencing
Editing, plagiarism and paraphrasing
Note taking, relative clauses, reading
Note taking, comparing, guided writing
Morning
Listening: audio documentary
Listening: plan your writing Running dictation task: grouping the main ideas Vocabulary revision
Editing in pairs: edit homework Language: check homework
Check homework Listening: note taking Reading: The Sea Bear of the North
Reading: note taking from a factual text Language: focus on structure
Grammar: relative clauses Give me a clue
Guided writing: The Green Sea Turtle ‘The Countries’ game
myStudy elective hour Afternoon Grammar: comparative adjectives Pair research Spoken presentation
Language: internal referencing, nouns and pronouns Writing: paragraph writing activity
Reading: how to avoid plagiarism; citing your source Paraphrasing, summarising and plagiarism Activity: comparing examples
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/academic-english
ˆSubject to changes by campus.
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Pathway Partners Navitas English has more than 60 direct entry higher education partners. Our courses have pathways to master’s, bachelor’s, diploma and certificate programs with Australian universities, colleges and TAFEs. If you successfully complete Academic English, you do not need to sit an IELTS test to study with one of our direct entry partners. You should always confirm entry requirements with your provider.
Direct entry pathways to higher education Australian Higher Education
Master's Degree Academic English 3 General English 3
Bachelor's Degree Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma Diploma
Academic English 2 General English 2
Foundation, Certificate IV Certificate III
Academic English 1 General English 1
Some of our direct entry partners
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/direct-entry-agreements
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IELTS Preparation Course overview Duration* 1 to 25 weeks per course Start dates* Any Monday Timetable*ˆ 10.25am to 4.35pm or 4.40pm to 9.00pm Entry requirements* English Upperintermediate to advanced A pre-course qualifying test is required to guarantee a place in the course
“IELTS has helped me improve my communication skills and find a good job.” Tomasz, Poland
IELTS Preparation
If you want to study in Australia or get an Australian visa, you might need to sit the IELTS test. The IELTS Preparation course will give you the skills you need to succeed.
Visa Student, Working Holiday or Tourist
Outcomes Take notes and listen for specific information Read quickly and understand graphs, tables and charts Express your ideas and ask for clarification, and improve your pronunciation Organise the content of a range of texts and develop your writing with grammatical accuracy
Sample lesson plan
Morning
Monday
Tuesday
Name game: getting to know you Introduction to IELTS Course outline Personal goals
Error correction from writing test Reading Speaking: elicit expressions, discuss family photos
Wednesday Speaking revision Check homework Listening Speaking in pairs
Thursday
Friday
In pairs, check and edit writing Vocabulary Spelling
Writing feedback Vocab quiz Word form race Revise writing and grammar from homework: passives, sequencing
Grammar: comparisons Writing: match sentences in order using sequence words
Tongue twister Writing: in pairs, analyse diagram Discuss presentations
Test practice Afternoon Discussion: expectations and vocabulary books Vocab: quiz, word formation Writing test
Grammar: passives News articles: elicit examples Spelling in pairs
Writing: how does digestion work? In pairs, draw and discuss Start writing process
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/IELTS
*Refer to Hawthorn-Melbourne course guide. ˆSubject to changes by campus.
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Cambridge Preparation Course overview Duration 10 to 12 weeks per course level Start dates Regular intakes throughout the year. Visit navitasenglish.edu. au/course-calendar Timetableˆ 8.20am to 2.30pm or 4.40pm to 9.00pm Entry requirements English Intermediate to advanced A pre-course qualifying test is required to guarantee a place in the course Visa Student, Working Holiday or Tourist
“Cambridge Preparation has expanded my vocabulary. I feel that I have an advantage when finding a job” Marisa, Switzerland
Cambridge Preparation
Cambridge English language tests are recognised and respected by companies, governments and universities around the world. We run Cambridge Preparation at three levels: • Cambridge Preparation B2 First (FCE) • Cambridge Preparation C1 Advanced (CAE) • Cambridge Preparation C2 Proficiency (CPE)
Outcomes Improve your listening skills across short monologues to multi-person conversations Improve your reading skills to better understand written texts on general topics Speak with greater control and accuracy, and develop your pronunciation Produce a range of texts, including letters, emails, reports and essays
Sample lesson plan
Morning
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Vocab: jobs Listening: TED Talk Speaking: construct a study/life balance
Writing: formal letter, job application letter Text analysis: structure, tone, and salutations
Reading: identifying the topic, skimming Language: deducing meaning from context
Test practice: Albert Einstein gap fill Language: articles, count/uncountable nouns related to text
Language: Word formation task Speaking: forming adjectives with suffixes
Speaking: discussing education systems in your country Vocab: collocations in ‘education’ Test strategy: giving/ asking for opinion
Excursion: National Art Gallery visit Focus: Describing art, the old and the new
Test practice Afternoon Listening Language: past simple vs present perfect Writing: controlled written practice
ˆSubject to changes by campus.
Language: present perfect vs present perfect continuous Test: review test practice Speaking: controlled written and oral practice
Listening: prediction and listening for gist Test strategy: listening for opinion and agreement/ disagreement Practice: multiple choice
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/cambridge
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NEW PROGRAM!
ENGLISH + CA5(Ǧ5 EXPERIENCE
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English + Career Experience The English + Career Experience package combines English language development with work-readiness workshops and an internship. Advance the next steps in your career by building your global network with future leaders from over 30 countries. Alongside your concluding six weeks of English, participate in six face-toface professional seminars, building work-readiness and preparing you for your internship placement with an Australian company. If you have completed at least one year of a first degree, are a recent graduate or preparing for a career change, this program is for you.
Key features 1. Assistance with preparing your CV and cover letter with Navitas custom tools 2. Unlimited premium access to LinkedIn and online training platform Lynda.com 3. Extra IELTS, BULATS or Pearson test preparation 4. Access to industry workshops and networking events 5. Career advice before and during the program, and after graduation 6. Industry-specific internship
5. Professional job search portfolio including CV and cover letter templates 6. Awareness of how to give and receive constructive professional feedback 7. Understanding of behaviour, practices and law in the Australian workplace 8. Global network of contacts from Asia, Europe, the Americas and the Middle East
7. Personal internship report
Entry requirements
8. Professional Certificate of Completion
Working Holiday/ Work & Holiday Visa 1. IELTS 5.5 / Cambridge B2 / Navitas entry test
Your advantage 1. Professional English communication skills 2. Increased understanding of the requirements and expectations of your industry 3. Experience putting theory-based learning into practice 4. Ability to work independently or in a team environment
2. 16-week English enrolment 3. 8-12 week Internship Student Visa 1. IELTS 3.0 / Cambridge A2 / Navitas entry test 2. 36-week English enrolment 3. 8 week Internship
Apply now
Outcomes Ability to successfully uncover niche job markets in the public and private sector. Solution-based focus to workplace problems. Ability to self-manage daily work activities within a team environment. Awareness of how to give and receive constructive professional feedback. Understanding of behaviour and practice in the Australian workplace relating to Health and Safety, diversity, codes of conduct, Equal Employment Opportunity and antidiscrimination legislation.
Locations Navitas English Brisbane Navitas English Perth Navitas English Sydney Hyde Park
navitasenglish.edu.au
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Study Tours If you want to improve your English and travel in Australia, Navitas English study tours are perfect for you and your group. You will study English with intensive language classes in an English-only learning environment. Have a unique Australian travel experience and practice your skills on group tours and excursions with your homestay family. Study tour groups High school, university, teacher training, business and government tours are available in all locations.
Indigenous culture
We create a timetable and activity schedule to suit your group’s learning needs. Study tours can include a combination of:
Bondi Beach
• Intensive English language classes for up to 4 hours a day • Industry tours • University tours • Cultural studies program • Excursions to tourist attractions • Optional homestay with an Australian family
Sydney Skywalk Sample itinerary (university study tour)
Monday Morning
Functional language: greetings and getting to know you – Australian style!
Tuesday Class functional language: asking for permission
Activity
Thursday
Friday
Functional language: requesting prices and food
Functional language: describing where things are
Functional language: making arrangements
myStudy elective
myStudy Afternoon
Wednesday
Functional language task: getting to know your homestay family
Functional language Functional language task: using language task: in a restaurant/ for permission in your cafe homestay
Functional language task: directions and getting around the city
Functional language task: making arrangements for the weekend
Sydney Opera House
Kayaking
Rollerblading
Free time – trip to Taronga Zoo tomorrow
Historic Manly Quarantine Station
Find out more navitasenglish.edu.au/study-tours
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Progression Chart We will help you to create the right course combination for your learning goals and your English language level.
General English CEFR
Academic English
IELTS Preparation
IELTS 9.0
Cambridge Preparation C2 Proficiency (CPE) (10-12 weeks)
C2 8.0 C1+
C1
7.5 Advanced (10 weeks)
7.0 6.5
General English 3
B2
6.0 5.5 5.0
B1+
C1 B1
C1 A2
Upper-Intermediate (10 weeks)
Academic English 2 (10 weeks)
Intermediate (10 weeks)
Academic English 1 (10 weeks)
General English 2
4.5 4.0 3.5
2.5
A0
1.0
Cambridge Preparation C1 Advanced (CAE) (10-12 weeks) IELTS Upper-Intermediate to Advanced Cambridge Preparation B2 First (FCE) (10-12 weeks)
Pre-Intermediate (10 weeks) General English 1 Elementary (10 weeks)
3.0
A1
Academic English 3 (10 weeks)
Pre-Advanced (10 weeks)
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B2
Cambridge Preparation
Beginner
Contact us for study advice
Note: Number of weeks is a guide only, some students will progress faster/slower. Always check the entry requirements of your course with the course provider.
“Remember that everyone studying here is far from home and looking for friends. You’ll make an English family for yourself in Australia and we’re here to help you do that.” Karen Haire, Senior
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Entry Requirements On your first day of class you will sit a placement test to make sure you are in the right class for your English proficiency level.
Course
Minimum English level
Prepares you for
General English
No minimum entry requirements. If your English level is beginner, or below CEFR A1, please contact us for study advice.
Working holiday Travel English at work Academic English 1
Academic English 1
IELTS 4.5 overall; writing 4.5 (academic), other bands 4.0 Academic English 2 or equivalent TOEFL PBT 475 (writing minimum TWE 3.5) TOEFL iBT 34 (writing 12) PTE Academic 30 (writing minimum 30, other skills 24) Navitas English Versant test 38-45 (writing 38, other skills 34) or upon passing Navitas’ Academic English Entry Test
Academic English 2
IELTS 5.0 overall; writing 5.0 (academic), other bands 4.0 TOEFL PBT 500 (writing minimum TWE 4.0) TOEFL iBT 40 (writing 14) PTE Academic 36 (writing minimum 36, other skills 30) Navitas English Versant test 46-49 (writing 46, other skills 42) or successful completion of Academic English Level 1
Academic English 3 Diploma Foundation Certificate IV
Academic English 3
IELTS 5.5, writing 5.5 (academic), other bands 5.0 TOEFL PBT 525 (writing minimum TWE 5.0) TOEFL iBT 55 (writing 16) PTE Academic 42 (writing minimum 42, other skills 36) Navitas English Versant test 50+ (writing 50, other skills 46) or successful completion of Academic English Level 2
Bachelor’s degree Associate degree Advanced Diploma Master’s degree
IELTS Preparation
IELTS 5.0 overall; writing 5.0; no other skill less than 4.0 or equivalent Hawthorn-Melbourne Students need a minimum of 5.5 overall, 5.5 in writing and no band score under 5.0.
IELTS test
Cambridge Preparation CEFR B1+ or IELTS 5.5 overall; minimum 5.0 in all bands or equivalent Cambridge test B2 First (FCE) English for working holiday Cambridge Preparation CEFR B2+ or IELTS 6.5 overall; minimum 6.0 in all bands or equivalent Cambridge test C1 Advanced (CAE) English in an academic context Cambridge Preparation CEFR C1+ or IELTS 7.5 overall; minimum 7.0 in all bands or equivalent C2 Proficiency (CPE) HawthornMelbourne
Refer to Hawthorn-Melbourne Course Guide
*Refer to Hawthorn-Melbourne course guide.
Cambridge test English in a professional context
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How to Apply You can apply online today or an education agent in your home country can help you apply. Find an official Navitas English education agent near you on our website navitasenglish.edu.au/agents Online Apply online at navitasenglish.edu.au/apply* By email/post Download and complete an Application Form
Supporting documents You will need to upload or include a copy of the following documents with your application: • your current passport • your current visa (if you have one) • your further studies offer to an Australian institution: university, Foundation Studies, TAFE (if you have one) • your official English test result (if you have one) Once your application has been processed, Navitas English will send a Letter of Offer confirming fees, dates, payment methods and instructions on how to accept your offer.
Further information Before you decide to study an English language course with Navitas English Australia, there is some important information you need to know. Use the links below to explore our website and email english@navitas.com if you have any questions. Course calendar You can start General English any Monday at any of our English language schools across Australia. Other courses start regularly throughout the year. Find out more at navitasenglish. edu.au/course-calendar Services Moving to a new country for study is a big step. We can make it easier with our accommodation booking, airport transfer and health insurance services. Find out more at navitasenglish.edu.au/services
Letter of Offer Your Letter of Offer will clearly state if a Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) assessment is required.
Student Visa applicants After you have paid your fees and met the GTE requirements (if required) Navitas English will email an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE). Submit a copy of your eCoE to the Australian Embassy, Consulate or High Commission in your home country, together with your Student Visa application. *Refer to hawthornenglish.vic.edu.au/apply
Health insurance All international students in Australia must have health insurance. This will help you pay if you need the doctor or a hospital while you are here. Find out more at navitasenglish.edu.au/services Visa information To study in Australia you need to apply for a student visa from the Australian Government. You can find out more about this at Study in Australia. Find out more at studyinaustralia.gov.au Cost of living It’s important to prepare financially for the cost of living in Australia. You can find up-to-date information on the Australian Government’s website. Find out more at navitasenglish.edu.au/australia
Education for your world
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Perth 211 Newcastle Street Northbridge WA 6003 Australia T +61 8 6330 1600 Sydney Hyde Park Level 3, 255 Elizabeth Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia T +61 2 8246 6800 The information contained in this brochure is correct at the time of publication, however, Navitas English reserves the right to alter, amend or delete details at any time without notice. Selected photographs in this publication are: Copyright © Tourism Australia and Tourism NT Copyright © Bec Walton 2015/2016 Copyright © Jack Harlem 2015 This brochure is provided free of charge. Printed September 2017 NAVE170703-1423 0917_AW