Language school Melbourne, Embassy CES

Semester, academic year

The Language Year programme is designed especially for students who wish to follow a progressive academic course of study over 6 or 9 months. Based on continuity, this programme allows for structured, efficient language training and is therefore suitable for anyone wishing to study in an intensive way. It also involves more homework, giving you the opportunity to improve your skills according to your needs and to make fast progress. From level upper intermediate and upwards, it is possible to take a Cambridge course during the last trimester.

The programme is divided into 11-week terms, interrupted by 1-, 2- or 4-week breaks (holidays)*. Thus, the academic semester programme includes 22 weeks of courses (2 x 11) with a 1-, 2- or 4-week break (holidays)*. In the same way, the academic year includes 33 weeks of courses (3 x 11), with a 2-, 3- or 5-week break (holidays)*, depending on the time of year.

You can start a semester or an academic year with the trimester that matches your level. For instance, an intermediate student with a B1 level can complete a semester by enrolling in trimesters 2 and 3.

The prices include accommodation for the whole duration of your stay, breaks included (holidays)*. The courses consist of a total of 28 lessons per week, including 20 lessons of general English followed by 8 lessons related to 2 thematic courses out of several to choose from (at a rate of 4 lessons for each course)

*see dates

Language Year

Trimester 1 (11 weeks)
(pre-intermediate level required)
The first period of 11 weeks focuses on the acquisition of general language skills (grammar, vocabulary, reading, listening, writing, speaking).
 
Trimester 2 (11 weeks)
(Intermediate level)
From the second trimester onwards, participants with an upper intermediate level can follow the Cambridge exam preparation course in the morning. The afternoon options allow students to focus on a range of specific areas: culture and society, pronunciation and conversation, business communication, film presentation or study.
 
Trimester 3 (11 weeks)
(upper intermediate level)
Trimester 3 can be dedicated to preparing for Cambridge exams, from level upper intermediate and upwards. During trimester 3, the options allow you to focus on the following areas: business communication, media, academic English.
 
The Language Year programmes start in January, April, June and September.