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

Language school Hobart
SACE – Tasmanian College of English

Our partner school is housed in an elegant, three-storey, Colonial style manor, surrounded by beautiful gardens. The renovated classrooms are comfortable and welcoming and, a charming little detail, still heated with wood fireplaces in winter. The school has a computer room and access to a balcony overlooking the garden. Only 10 minutes on foot from the centre of town, the school is close to shops, restaurants and cafés, as well as a magnificent waterfront area.

At a glance

Population
200,000
School size M-L
Level
Beginner to advanced
Minimum age
15
Accommodation
Host family
Certificates FCE

Courses

Standard course
Lessons: 17 of 60 minutes
Duration of courses: 2 to 12 weeks
Level: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: 10 to 15 students
Minimum age: 15
Daily schedule: 9:00–11:00 and 11:25–12:55
Intensive course
Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes
Duration of courses: 2 to 48 weeks
Level: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: 10 to 15 students
Minimum age: 15
Daily schedule: 9:00–12:55 and 13:45–15:15
Preparation for Cambridge certificates (FCE)
Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes
Duration of courses: 12 weeks
*+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate to advanced
Students/class: max. 13 students
Details: see Intensive course

Accomodation

Host family
The school personally looks after finding and selecting the most suitable host families for students. You will have your own room and share the common areas with the family. Breakfast will be provided for you, as well as a packed lunch and a hot meal in the evening. You will discover the Australian way of life, the warm and open inhabitants and improve your language skills while meeting new people.

Leisure

The program gives you the opportunity to participate in activities and outings organised by the school, some free or at reduced prices, during the week and on weekends. These activities include: a short harbour cruise, canoeing and kayaking, a trip to Mount Nelson or a visit to the Museum of Fine Arts. As far as sports go, tennis, badminton, football and climbing are all offered. Weekend excursions, for example to the Tasmanian Devil Park or Port Arthur, are also available.

SACE – Tasmanian College of English
WiFi is free.
Prices 2008

Dates and prices in AUD
(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
Starting dates (new session):
07.01 / 04.02 / 03.03 / 31.03 / 28.04 / 26.05 / 23.06 / 21.07 / 18.08 / 15.09 / 13.10 / 10.11 / 08.12.2008
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 / 13.02 / 13.03 / 06.04 / 09.04 / 25.04 / 07.05 / 11.06 / 01.10 / 25.10.2007
Bank holidays:
01.01 / 28.01 / 11.02 / 10.03 / 21.03 / 24.03 / 25.03 / 25.04 / 09.06 / 23.10.2008
School holidays:
22.12.2007 - 02.01.2008
20.12.2008 - 01.01.2009

Included in price:
  • Language Course
  • Accommodation with a hostfamily
  • School enrolment fee & certificate
  • Documents & travel guide
A: Homestay/single room/full board
Standard Course A
2 weeks 1140
3 weeks 1545
4 weeks 1950
6 weeks 2760
8 weeks 3570
12 weeks 5190
2 weeks 1150
3 weeks 1560
4 weeks 1970
6 weeks 2790
8 weeks 3610
12 weeks 5250


Intensive Course A
2 weeks 1190
3 weeks 1620
4 weeks 2050
6 weeks 2910
8 weeks 3770
12 weeks 5490
16 weeks 7210
24 weeks 10650
Extra week (24+) 425
2 weeks 1230
3 weeks 1680
4 weeks 2090
6 weeks 2970
8 weeks 3850
12 weeks 5610
16 weeks 7290
24 weeks 10770
Extra week (24+) 430


Cambridge Course A
9 weeks 2040
9 weeks 4490

Examination fee to be paid on site ~345

Cambridge Course A
12+1 weeks 6050
12+1 weeks 6050
Examination fee to be paid on site ~345

Examination fee to be paid on site ~345

Options/Extras
Private Tuition (per hour) 65
Private Tuition (per hour) 65
Extra night at the hostfamily's 0
Extra night at the hostfamily's 30
Accommodation (under 18 y.o.) (per week) 15
Accommodation (under 18 y.o.) (per week) 15
Guardinanship fee (under 18 y.o.) 0
Guardinanship fee (under 18 y.o.) 350
Compulsory Health Insurance/course exceeding 12 weeks
13+ weeks 162
25+ weeks 243
37+ weeks 324
13+ weeks 105
25+ weeks 184
37+ weeks 263

Airport transfer 72
Airport transfer 72
Course materials 75/term

Key points of the language school in Hobart

• Safe area where nature is still untouched
• Warm, friendly welcome
• School reputed for its excellence in teaching
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