Language studies abroad : Adults : Destinations : English : Australia : Brisbane

Language school Brisbane
International House Queensland (IH)

The school occupies the first two floors of a building that is ideally located in the heart of Brisbane’s financial district. Close to public transport (5 minutes from the train station and opposite bus stops and the Fast Ferry boats that cross the river) as well as the numerous shops and restaurants of the city-centre, the school lets you make the most of life in a rapidly expanding city. It has 7 classrooms with large windows for excellent natural light, as well as a superb view over the Brisbane River and Moreton Bay. There are two computer rooms available with free Internet access, as well as a relaxation room, a student room and a library. Adjacent to the school you will find a lovely park, and just opposite the fantastic Riverside complex with its cafés and boutiques.

At a glance

Population
1'750'000
School size
M
Level
Elementary to advanced
Minimum age
16
Accommodation
Host family
Certificates
FCE, CAE, CPE

Courses

Standard course
Lessons: 15 of 60 minutes
Duration of courses: 2 to 12 weeks
Level: Elementary to advanced
Students/class: 10 to 14 students
Minimum age: 16
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00
Intensive course
Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes
Duration of courses: 2 to 48 weeks
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 and 13:00-15:15
Details: see standard course
Preparation for Cambridge certificates (FCE, CAE, CPE)
Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes
Duration of courses: 9 or 12* weeks
* +1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate to superior advanced
Students/class: 8 to 12 weeks

Accomodation

Host family
Thanks to a very good network of host families, students have the opportunity to discover the Australian culture while practising English daily in a relaxed and natural manner. Breakfast and dinner are provided. Families sometimes welcome other international students who speak a different native language, allowing you to make friends quickly.

Leisure

Numerous activities are offered as part of the leisure program. On weekends, a large choice of outings and excursions are proposed to places of interest around Brisbane (Gold Coast, Fraser Island, Sunshine Coast…). Social activities, sports and parties are also frequently available after classes.

International House Queensland (IH)
WiFi is free.
Prices 2008

Dates and prices in Australian Dollars
(AUD 1 ≈ CHF 1.01 / EUR 0.62)

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Starting dates:
every Monday, all year round
Cambridge Course 10 w.:
02.01 - 11.03
Cambridge Course 9 w.:
07.01 - 09.03
Cambridge Course 12+1 w.:
19.03 - 16.06
17.09 - 15.12
Cambridge Course 12+1 w.:
17.03 - 14.06
15.09 - 13.12
Bank holidays:
01.01 / 26.01 / 06.04 / 09.04 / 25.04 / 07.05 / 11.06 / 15.08 / 17.12.2007
Bank holidays:
01.01 / 28.01 / 21.03 / 24.03 / 25.04 / 05.05 / 09.06 / 13.08.2008
School holidays:
15.12.2007 - 01.01.2008
20.12.2008 - 04.01.2009

Included in price:
  • Language Course & Course Materials
  • Accommodation with a hostfamily/single room/half board
  • School enrolment fee & certificate
  • Documents & travel guide
A: Homestay/single room/half board
Standard Course A
2 weeks 1275
3 weeks 1695
4 weeks 2115
6 weeks 2835
8 weeks 3635
12 weeks 5125
2 weeks 1325
3 weeks 1755
4 weeks 2185
6 weeks 2955
8 weeks 3785
12 weeks 5515


Intensive Course A
2 weeks 1385
3 weeks 1860
4 weeks 2335
6 weeks 3165
8 weeks 4075
12 weeks 5785
16 weeks 7545
24 weeks 10825
Extra week (24+) 430
2 weeks 1455
3 weeks 1950
4 weeks 2445
6 weeks 3345
8 weeks 4305
12 weeks 6115
16 weeks 7975
24 weeks 11455
Extra week (24+) 455


Cambridge Course A
10 weeks (FCE,CAE) 5255
10 weeks (FCE,CAE) 2485
Examination fee to be paid on site ~340


Cambridge Course A
9 weeks (FCE,CAE) 2215
9 weeks (FCE,CAE) 4945


Examination fee ~350

Cambridge Course A
12+1 weeks (FCE,CAE,CPE) 6395
12+1 weeks (FCE,CAE,CPE) 6610
Examination fee to be paid on site ~340

Examination fee ~350

Options/Extras
Private Tuition (per hour) 70
Private Tuition (per hour) 75
Accommodation (under 18 y.o.) (per week) 60
Accommodation (under 18 y.o.) (per week) 60
Christmas at the hostfamily's (per week) 0
Christmas at the hostfamily's (per week) 80
Extra night at the hostfamily's 0
Extra night at the hostfamily's 30
Airport transfer 100
Airport transfer 100
Compulsory Health Insurance/course exceeding 12 weeks
13+ weeks 162
25+ weeks 243
36+ weeks 324
13+ weeks 171
25+ weeks 257
36+ weeks 342


Key points of the language school in Brisbane

• Excellent location in the city-centre
• Small school offering personal service
• Wonderful view and close to public transport
• Possibility of combining the course (even Cambridge preparation) with IH school in Cairns (p. 19)
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