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Language school Cairns
GEOS - Cairns College of English

Our partner school is located in the city-centre, right near the shops, banks and post office. It is also just steps from the numerous bars and restaurants that make Cairns a young and happening city. The classrooms are spacious and modern, air-conditioned and well equipped, providing excellent learning conditions. Audio and video equipment, as well as computers connected to the Internet, are available in the student lounge. Teachers and other staff at the school are available to help you in a relaxed environment conducive to meeting new people.

At a glance

Population 130'000
School size L
Level Beginner to advanced
Minimum age 16 years
Accommodation Host family
Certificates FCE, CAE
Special English + safari or diving programmes (from 18 years)

Courses

Standard course
Lessons: 15 of 60 minutes
Course duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Levels: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: max. 15 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00
Intensive course
Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes
(20 General English + 5 self study)
Course duration: 2 to 48 weeks
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00 and 12:30-14:30
Details: cf. standard course
Preparation for Cambridge exams (FCE, CAE)
Course: 12* weeks
* +1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Levels: Intermediate to advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Details: cf. intensive course

Accomodation

Host family
Cairns College of English has a very good network of host families, most of which are located about 15-30 minutes from the school. You will have your own room, breakfast and dinner provided daily, and the opportunity to fully experience the Australian way of life in the home of a local family. The cultural and linguistic benefits of this form of accommodation will contribute significantly towards improving your level of English.

Leisure

Cairns is without doubt the place in Australia that offers the most leisure activities at very competitive prices. The city has become a meeting point for lovers of adventure and extreme sports, thanks to the natural marvels of the Great Barrier Reef and the tropical forest. Deep sea diving and jungle safaris figure amongst the wide choice of activities offered by our partner school, as well as a social program of parties and outings to make your stay unforgettable.

GEOS - Cairns College of English
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
Starting dates:
every Monday, all year round
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 / 07.04 / 09.04 / 25.04 / 07.05 / 11.06 / 20.07 / 25.12 / 26.12
Bank holidays:
01.01 / 26.01 / 21.03 / 22.03 / 24.03 / 25.04 / 05.05 / 09.06 / 18.07 / 25.12 / 26.12.2008
Included in price:
  • Language Course & Course Materials (Cambridge Course)
  • Accommodation with a hostfamily
  • School enrolment fee & certificate
  • Documents & travel guide
  • Airport pick-up
A: Homestay/single room/half board
Standard Course A
2 weeks 1260
3 weeks 1710
4 weeks 2160
6 weeks 3060
8 weeks 3960
12 weeks 5760
2 weeks 1290
3 weeks 1745
4 weeks 2200
6 weeks 3110
8 weeks 4020
12 weeks 5840


Intensive Course A
2 weeks 1340
3 weeks 1830
4 weeks 2320
6 weeks 3300
8 weeks 4280
12 weeks 6180
16 weeks 8120
24 weeks 11880
Extra week (24+) 480
2 weeks 1380
3 weeks 1880
4 weeks 2380
6 weeks 3380
8 weeks 4380
12 weeks 6260
16 weeks 8220
24 weeks 11900
Extra week (24+) 480


Cambridge Course A
12+1 weeks (FCE,CAE) 6220
12+1 weeks (FCE,CAE) 6450
Examination fee to be paid on site ~350

Examination fee to be paid on site ~360

Options/Extras
Private Tuition (15 lessons/week) 0
Private Tuition (15 lessons/week) 1350
Course materials Deposit (to be paid on site) (Standard & intensive course) 0
Course materials Deposit (to be paid on site) (Standard & intensive course) 50
Accommodation (under 18 y.o.) (per week) 40
Accommodation (under 18 y.o.) (per week) 40
Extra night at the hostfamily's 0
Extra night at the hostfamily's 28
Extra night at the hostfamily's (under 18 y.o.) 0
Extra night at the hostfamily's (under 18 y.o.) 33
Compulsory Health Insurance/course exceeding 12 weeks
13+ weeks 175
25+ weeks 262
37+ weeks 349
13+ weeks 116
25+ weeks 203
37+ weeks 290


Key points of the language school in Cairns

  • Excellent location
  • Wide range of extracurricular activities
  • Very good network of host families
  • Professional attitude in a relaxed atmosphere
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