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Foundation of Academic English
- Gold Coast, Australia
- 0.25 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A four-level Academic English course at the Griffith English Language Institute that prepares students for Griffith University and Griffith College study.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Improve English language comprehension
- Spoken interaction and writing for Academic English. Practice relevant language tasks and build confidence for subsequent study or communication.
Career outcomes
- Direct entry to eligible Griffith University degrees
- Study Abroad and Exchange programs and Griffith College courses
Curriculum
- Four levels
- Each 10 weeks
- 20 class hours a week on campus with scheduled myStudy tutorials and an online portal. Content covers meeting Australian lecturer expectations
- Time management and independent study
- Using technology for learning and research
- And academic integrity including referencing.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Minimum age 16
- No academic qualification published. General English has no minimum English level
- Entry level is set by a placement test.
Accepted academic background
Intermediate to advanced English, Minimum age 16, Direct-entry pathway to eligible Griffith University degrees, Study Abroad/Exchange and Griffith College courses, And to Navitas English's other partners.
Language tests
- IELTS 4.5
- PTE Academic 24
- Duolingo 65
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts and applicable supporting documents require confirmation.
How to apply
- Check the course
- Start dates and fees and /apply/fees/). Apply online at or through an official agent
- A thank-you email confirms submission. Arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (/apply/insurance/) and see payment information (/apply/payment/). Apply for the Australian student visa through the government if required.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $28,320, $25,480 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $1,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | GELI Gold Coast |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | Academic English |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 12 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.25 years.
Tuition is $28,320, $25,480 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $1,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 4.5, PTE Academic 24, Duolingo 65.