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English Language Company (ELC), Sydney

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6085.- AUD

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The school

Levels: Elementary to Advanced
Exams: Cambridge (B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency), IELTS
School size: L
Accommodations: Host family, Student house, Residence
Wifi: WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age: 18 years
Average age: 23 years
Nationality mix: Japan, Brazil, Colombia, etc..
ratings: 1 authentic opinion

The study centre is located in the heart of the city centre, only a few minutes' walk from the shops, cinema complexes, restaurants and cafés of Darling Harbour, the main train station as well as the central bus station and the main tourist attractions. ELC offers a teaching method that is based on active learning. The school has 22 very well-equipped classrooms, an internet/multimedia centre with free Wi-Fi, a student kitchen and lounge, a job placement agency and travel agency to help organise all sorts of trips, either during or after your studies. Our partner school distinguishes itself by this excellent advice and information service, not only for academic issues but also for everything regarding life in Sydney (jobs, work placement, private accommodation) and the numerous opportunities that Australia has to offer.

Our partner school reopened on 15/06/2020.
Please note that due to the safety measures implemented following official recommendations and requirements, some school facts and services – such as the number of students per class, schedules, access to common areas as well as certain activities - may differ from those described on our website. Please contact us for more information.

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Level and needs assessment
Welcome activity
Use of study centre
Job Club
End-of-course report and certificate
Activity programme

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Lessons: General (group): 15 of 60 minutes
+ Options (group): 5 of 60 minutes
+ Specialist (group): 5 of 60 minutes
Course duration: 8 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Elementary (A1) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 15
Minimum age: 18 years
Schedule: 08:30-12:00 + 13:00-15:15; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Specialist course (from intermediate level upwards): International Business English, etc. Options: Pronunciation, Conversation, Exam Reading, Excursions, Film Club, Student Work Assistance Program, etc.

Course info

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AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.67 (Not-binding exchange rate)

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Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 27.01 / 10.04 / 13.04 / 08.06 / 05.10.2020

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 26.12.2020

Arrival: Saturday/Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday/Sunday following course end
The arrival and departure days must be identical

Lessons: Exam preparation (group): 20 of 60 minutes
+ Options (group): 5 of 60 minutes
Course duration: 11/12 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate (B1-B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 15
Minimum age: 18 years
Schedule: 09:15-14:30 + 15:00-16:15; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Options: Pronunciation, Conversation, Exam Reading, Excursions, Film Club, Student Work Assistance Program, etc.

Course info

Free quote

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7610 AUD

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11865 AUD

AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.67 (Not-binding exchange rate)

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Starting dates 11 wk

06.01 / 23.03.2020

Starting dates 12 wk

07.09.2020

Exam dates

21.03 / 04.06 / 28.11.2020

Bank holidays

01.01 / 27.01 / 10.04 / 13.04 / 08.06 / 05.10.2020

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 26.12.2020

Arrival: Saturday/Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday/Sunday following course end
The arrival and departure days must be identical

Lessons: Exam preparation (group): 20 of 60 minutes
+ Options (group): 5 of 60 minutes
Course duration: 11/12 week(s)
Levels: Upper-intermediate (B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 15
Minimum age: 18 years
Schedule: 09:15-14:30 + 15:00-16:15; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Options: Pronunciation, Conversation, Exam Reading, Excursions, Film Club, Student Work Assistance Program, etc.

Course info

Free quote

Enrol

7610 AUD

11500 AUD

11115 AUD

8065 AUD

12285 AUD

11865 AUD

AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.67 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Extras

Options

Starting dates 11 wk

06.01 / 23.03.2020

Starting dates 12 wk

07.09.2020

Exam dates

20.03 / 09.06 / 03.12.2020

Bank holidays

01.01 / 27.01 / 10.04 / 13.04 / 08.06 / 05.10.2020

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 26.12.2020

Arrival: Saturday/Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday/Sunday following course end
The arrival and departure days must be identical

Lessons: Exam preparation (group): 20 of 60 minutes
+ Options (group): 5 of 60 minutes
Course duration: 9/11 week(s)
Levels: Advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 15
Minimum age: 18 years
Schedule: 09:15-14:30 + 15:00-16:15; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Options: Pronunciation, Conversation, Exam Reading, Excursions, Film Club, Student Work Assistance Program, etc.

Course info

Free quote

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6700 AUD

9930 AUD

9615 AUD

7610 AUD

11500 AUD

11115 AUD

AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.67 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Extras

Options

Starting dates 9 wk

06.01.2020

Starting dates 11 wk

07.09.2020

Exam dates

Paper based: 07.03.2020
Computer based: 21.11.2020

Bank holidays

01.01 / 27.01 / 10.04 / 13.04 / 08.06 / 05.10.2020

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 26.12.2020

Arrival: Saturday/Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday/Sunday following course end
The arrival and departure days must be identical

Lessons: General (group): 15 of 60 minutes
+ Exam preparation (group): 5 of 60 minutes
+ Options (group): 5 of 60 minutes
Course duration: 8 - 30 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate (B1-B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 15
Minimum age: 18 years
Schedule: 08:30-12:30 + 13:00-15:15; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Options: Pronunciation, Conversation, Exam Reading, Excursions, Film Club, Student Work Assistance Program, etc.

Course info

Free quote

Enrol

6085 AUD

8985 AUD

8705 AUD

7825 AUD

12045 AUD

11625 AUD

9405 AUD

14945 AUD

14385 AUD

12520 AUD

20700 AUD

19860 AUD

AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.67 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Extras

Options

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Exam dates

On request

Bank holidays

01.01 / 27.01 / 10.04 / 13.04 / 08.06 / 05.10.2020

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 26.12.2020

Arrival: Saturday/Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday/Sunday following course end
The arrival and departure days must be identical

Lessons: General (group): 15 of 60 minutes
+ Exam preparation (group): 5 of 60 minutes
+ General (private): 5 of 60 minutes
Course duration: 8 - 20 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate (B1-B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 15
Minimum age: 18 years
Schedule: 08:30-12:30 + 13:00-15:15; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

Free quote

Enrol

8245 AUD

11145 AUD

10865 AUD

11065 AUD

15285 AUD

14865 AUD

13885 AUD

19425 AUD

18865 AUD

AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.67 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Extras

Options

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Exam dates

On request

Bank holidays

01.01 / 27.01 / 10.04 / 13.04 / 08.06 / 05.10.2020

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 26.12.2020

Arrival: Saturday/Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday/Sunday following course end
The arrival and departure days must be identical

Course info

ELC Sydney offers internship programmes in various fields, according to the candidate’s profile.

The candidates must fulfil the following requirements in order to carry out an internship in Australia:

Studies in the chosen area, completed at the latest 12 months prior to the beginning of the internship (graduation certificate required)
Age: 18 to 30 years
Be eligible for a Working Holiday Visa* or a special program internship visa
Résumé and cover letter in English
Application file must be sent at the same time as the enrolment form
Achieve a B2 level of English or above by the end of the course (8 weeks minimum). If B2 is not achieved, student must enrol in more weeks of class)
Copy of a bank statement showing the equivalent of $2,100 or higher.

*WHV available for the citizens of the following countries: Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong (SAR), Ireland, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Malta, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan and the United Kingdom

The internships represent the opportunity to add a professional and cultural dimension to your language study stay in a targeted sector of activity. The internship is carried out following a minimum of 8 weeks of an intensive course of general English. The participants need to have acquired sound language skills (level 6 - B2 - required, see table).

The internships take place over a duration of between 6 and a maximum of 24 weeks. Most of the placements do not go beyond 12 weeks. They are proposed here in the form of packages including various course + internship options according to the duration, objectives and language level of each student. The accommodation is only included during the academic part. For the accommodation during the internship, see options and supplements.

Depending on each student’s level of education, work experience, desired placement length and visa options, various program options are available and the prices may change accordingly.

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These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

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Host family
Living with a host family is a great way of immersing yourself in the Australian way of life during your stay in Sydney. You will stay in a single room with half board provided and will be around 30-55 minutes away from the school.

Studyhouse student house (minimum stay: 2 weeks)
The ELC language school proposes staying in one of its student houses, which have been renovated and are equipped to offer you a maximum of comfort. They have an excellent location, as they are all close to each other and only a 10 minutes' walk away from the school, just on the opposite side of Darling Harbour, in the centre of Sydney. You will stay in a single, double or triple room, and will share the modern facilities with your housemates, including the equipped kitchen, the two bathrooms, a lounge with a flat-screen TV and computer, the WiFi connection available throughout the building and you will have a magnetic card for accessing the residence. Availability is limited and therefore, it is recommended to book in advance.

ELC residence (minimum stay: 10 weeks)
The very comfortable apartments offered to international students are located in a modern building in the centre of Sydney, 10 minutes’ walk from the language school building. Close to public transport, shops and restaurants, you will be staying in a single room in an apartment that you will share with 5 other students. The apartments are air-conditioned and include a large well-equipped kitchen. The 24h/24 reception desk, large social area, outdoor BBQ area, games area and TV lounge will allow you to get to know the other tenants quickly. Wi-Fi access is available in the common areas. There is a weekly housekeeping service and you will be able to use the coin-operated laundry facilities. The building also includes a bike storage room.

Link2 student house (minimum 2 weeks)
Consisting of modern houses, this accommodation is located in the heart of Sydney, a 10-minute walk from the school. In an international atmosphere, you will be close to plenty of different attractions. You will stay in a single bedroom and share the bathroom with maximum 4 other students; if you travel with a friend, you can share a twin room. For more comfort, each room offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning. Bed linen and towels are at your disposal, as well as a shared kitchen, a paying laundry and a student lounge with TV.

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Compulsory OSHC health insurance - student visa (per month)	44 AUD
Internship insurance 6 weeks	120 AUD

Internship placement fee (extra weeks) (1-6 weeks)	120 AUD
Internship placement fee (extra weeks) (7-14 weeks)	550 AUD
Internship placement fee (extra weeks) (15+ weeks)	935 AUD
Internship insurance (extra weeks) (per week)	20 AUD
Extra night (host family)	55 AUD
End-of-year holidays (supplement) (host family)	110 AUD
Internet (to be paid on site) (host family) (per week)	10 AUD
Special diet (to be paid on site) (host family) (per week)	On request
Private bathroom (host family) (per week)	On request
Airport transfer (pick-up)	165 AUD

Internship insurance 6 weeks	120 AUD
B2 First exam fee	350 AUD

Internship placement fee (extra weeks) (1-6 weeks)	120 AUD
Internship placement fee (extra weeks) (7-14 weeks)	550 AUD
Internship placement fee (extra weeks) (15+ weeks)	935 AUD
Internship insurance (extra weeks) (per week)	20 AUD
Extra night (host family)	55 AUD
End-of-year holidays (supplement) (host family)	110 AUD
Internet (to be paid on site) (host family) (per week)	10 AUD
Special diet (to be paid on site) (host family) (per week)	On request
Private bathroom (host family) (per week)	On request
Airport transfer (pick-up)	165 AUD

Internship insurance 6 weeks	120 AUD
C1 Advanced exam fee	350 AUD