ELICOS
| Location | Brisbane and |
| Next start term | Term 1, 2024 |
| Study mode | On Campus |
| Course code | CE95 |
| CRICOS | 017012A |
Overview
CQUEnglish gives you the skills and confidence for everyday communication in English and academic study. We have highly qualified and dedicated teachers who can help you experience learning English in a supportive and caring environment. No matter what your English needs are, we can help you reach your goals.
CQUniversity provides English language courses for international students from non-English speaking backgrounds. Courses include EAP (English for Academic Purposes) and IELTS Preparation.Â
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) classes are intended for students who want to learn academic English. As well as continuing to develop your English skills, there is also a focus on skills needed for further study at CQUniversity. These include researching, planning and writing reports and academic essays, giving presentations and becoming more confident speaking to a group, and developing your critical thinking skills to examine a range of academic issues. Our EAP courses develop your understanding of academic integrity and how to collect, assess and present information for academic purposes including referencing. EAP courses are dynamic and interactive. Resources include academic texts, journals, lectures and videos, and you will participate in authentic academic activities related to your course. Assessments are based on those typically found in degree courses at CQUniversity.
“I am absolutely loving being a student. My first concern before I came to Melbourne was whether I could understand or not what the teacher says. But all the teachers and staff are very brilliant and helpful for every student, I feel 100% supported.
Khine Zar Min
CQUEnglish, Master of Engineering I Myanmar
“I had a great time at CQUEnglish and my English improved a lot. My teachers always helped me and I had a chance to talk with friends, play games in class and give presentations, which helped us not be scared in front of the class. The teachers held events for us to meet other students too.
Khunarak Sawai
CQUEnglish I Thailand
“If you think that your English skills are limited, you can study at CQUEnglish. During this course, I improved my English a lot and learnt many other skills, such as formal writing, referencing, presentations and becoming familiar with learning platforms like Moodle.
Tedtya Rady
English for Academic Purposes, Master of Information Technology I Cambodia
“I was very satisfied with what I learned and enjoyed improving my essay writing. My teachers were in touch the whole time and were very supportive. I feel ready and motivated for further education in my chosen field. I would recommend CQU to others who want to upgrade themselves.
Daniela Ilievska
English for Academic Purposes I Macedonia
“I chose CQUniversity because of the affordable fee structure, scholarships, program structure, good infrastructure and facilities such as laboratories and student support. You can meet different cultural students and the lecturers are very helpful.
Sanjay Gadhavi
English for Academic Purposes, Master of Engineering (Mechanical) I India
“I felt supported in my studies. CQUniversity makes study understandable and simple for students. Likewise, a study plan is very helpful for forthcoming studies. There are no sudden actions, everything is clear, organised and planned well.
Maikhuu Urnaa
English for Academic Purposes I Mongolia
“I am a member of the Campus Life Committee where I have learnt about teamwork, managing events, meeting different people and communication skills. I attend almost all the weekly Social Innovation events, I believe it will help me in my professional life ahead.
Sanket Patel
Master of Information Technology I India
“My English lessons move forward step-by-step, making it easy to understand how to write an essay, perform research and practise speaking skills, such as seminar discussions, which allow students to express personal opinions. The teacher always gives feedback and answer all your questions.
Bennett Chiu
English for Academic Purposes I Taiwan
“I chose to study English at CQUniversity because the structure of this course was useful and suitable for me. The teachers are very friendly and helpful. I like the environment and study area. My English speaking skills improved a lot after joining CQUEnglish.
Mai Nhu Hang Nguyen
CQUEnglish I Vietnam
“My English skills were not so good at first, but they have improved significantly while I studied at CQUniversity. I also received a target score of 6.5 on the IELTS test before I started EAP3.
Jisue Kim
General English, English for Academic Purposes I Korea
Career Opportunities
Seven hundred and fifty million people speak English as a second language and 1 in 4 speak some English. With English becoming the unofficial language of the world, those who can speak it are well on their way to being truly global citizens. The universality of English means its speakers have an edge over others when it comes to finding employment as they will speak the language which is used for global communication.
Strong literacy skills, as taught in EAP classes, enhance conversational English and improve employment opportunities. A higher level band score from an IELTS exam or a pass in EAP Direct Entry provide global verification of the holder's English abilities for potential employers.
The overseas experience provided by studying English in Australia is often valued by employers as it demonstrates that the person can cope with living and working in another country. In addition, it shows that the language has been learned from native speakers in a native speaking country and not artificially from a book in a home-country classroom.
A pass in EAP or IELTS should fulfil the English language requirement for entry into many CQUniversity degree courses - the first step on the way to a university degree.
The ability to collect, evaluate and report on information which is taught in IELTS and EAP classes is invaluable for coping in a western style university or school as well as enhancing workplace performance.
Structure & Availability
On-Campus Availability
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2024 | Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 2, 2024 | Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 3, 2024 | Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney |
Please note, the Cairns location is only available for our Test of English for Aviation Preparation course to prepare for the Bachelor of Aviation (Commercial Pilot).
Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.
Requirements
EAP1: IELTS 5.0 (with no individual band score of less than 4.5) or equivalent; or successful completion of GE3
EAP2: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band score of less than 5.0) or equivalent; or successful completion of EAP1
EAP3: IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band score of less than 5.5) or equivalent; or successful completion of EAP2
IELTS Preparation: at least IELTS 6.5 (with no individual band score of less than 6.0) or equivalent
If you do not have a current IELTS or equivalent English language proficiency test score, you may be eligible to take our Versant placement test to give an accurate assessment of your current level of English.
Not applicable for General English but we require IELTS 4.5 for EAP 1, IELTS 5.0 for EAP & EAP2, IELTS OF 5.5 for EAP DE & DE EAPFees & Scholarships
2023 Standalone English: A$445 per week
2024 Standalone English: A$470 per week
Packaged English: Free
Scholarship: Available for English packaged with vocational or academic course
Find out more on our CQUEnglish courses page.
You may be eligible for a 25% scholarship when you continue with an academic course. We offer a range of scholarships to support international students and encourage you to apply for one that's right for you.
How to apply
Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.
