English language program
WideBay TAFE's English Language programs enable you to reach the English language levels required for formal studies in Australia and/or gain English language skills to improve employment prospects in your own country and for the English language skills required for holiday travel in Australia. For IELTS testing centres visit www.ielts.org.
All English language programs are offered full time with 25 hours of classes each week. Class sizes average 10 students with a maximum of 18 students. An open and friendly approach to learning is adopted in order to ensure you are able to achieve your full potential. Hervey Bay campus delivers a full-time English language program. English is also available part time at Gympie, Maryborough and Bundaberg campuses catering to non-student VISA holders only.
Program Features
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Weekly intakes every Monday
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Flexible entry and exit
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Small classes for individual attention (average 10 students)
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A mix of students from different countries
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Programs can be tailored to meet the individual student's needs
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Expert staff (Teachers etc)
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Use of computer labs, internet services and email
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Well equipped campus
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Regular excursions
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Excellent resources including a fully staffed Research and Information Centre.
WideBay TAFE's English Language program includes many excursions and activities where you will have the opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the region as well as practice your English language skills through interacting with the community.
Examples include:
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visiting World Heritage listed Fraser Island
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turtle hatching
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Gold Coast visit
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Whale watching
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calm water swimming, and
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shopping trips and much more.
Assessment
You will be assessed upon entry to WideBay TAFE to determine the most suitable level for you to begin your English language studies.
As you progress through the program you will undertake formal tests conducted in the classroom. Only after you have successfully completed these tests can you progress to the next level.
English Language Program Certificate Levels
| Program | Entry Level | Description |
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| Preliminary English | IELTS less than 2 | Covers the basic skills required by learners who have had little or no exposure to formal learning environments. It includes the skills learners need to productively engage in basic learning processes. |
| Certificate I in Spoken and Written English | IELTS 2 (approximate) | Focuses on the basics of English and develops the basics of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Are necessary for further development and will allow the learner to participate in routine social situations. |
| Certificate II in Spoken and Written English | IELTS 3 (approximate) | Concentrates on developing basic social proficiency and concentrates on aspects of reading, writing, listening and speaking which will allow the learner to participate in limited social and vocational settings. |
| Certificate III in Spoken and Written English | IELTS 4 (approximate) | Focuses on developing more advanced social proficiency and concentrates on aspects of reading, writing, listening and speaking which will allow the learner to participate in most social and limited academic and vocational settings. |
| Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English- Further Study | IELTS 5.5 (approximate) | Concentrates on preparing students for further studies and concentrates on advanced reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar as well as test and assessment skills. |
After English Language Program
You will have a better understanding of how to live and study in an English-speaking social and/or business environment after graduating from a WideBay TAFE English Language program. WideBay TAFE will provide you with the skills and knowledge that will prepare you for further study, the workplace or your Australian holiday.
If you wish to continue your studies at WideBay TAFE, we offer programs from Certificate to Diploma level in areas such as Business and Administration, Community Services, Hairdressing, and Hospitality. These programs are an ideal pathway to University and you may gain credits towards a degree.
At WideBay TAFE you can also study High School Year 11 and 12 at the Hervey Bay Campus. This will allow you to obtain an Overall Position (OP) to gain entry into University.
Program Start Date: Flexible (academic year holiday periods apply)
Program Costs: $295 AUD per week
Special WideBay TAFE English Scholarship Offer
Purchase 10 weeks of English Language training and receive 2 weeks free!
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Purchase 20 weeks of English Language training and receive 4 weeks free!
This is a great opportunity for those wishing to study English Language while visiting Australia on a tourist or holiday visa.
Note: This is a once only offer. You may choose only one (1) offer.