Sydney English Language Company (ELC)

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English Language Company (ELC), Sydney

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From 3699.- EUR

5690.- AUD

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The school

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

The students

Minimum age: 18 years
Average age: 23 years
Nationality mix: Switzerland, South Korea, Japan, 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.

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Included in the price

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: 25 of 60 minutes; (15 general + 5 Specialist course + 5 options)
Course duration: 8 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Elementary to Advanced

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, IELTS Preparation, etc.

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Other accommodation options

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 10.06 / 05.08 / 07.10.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

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

Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes; (20 B2 First + 5 options)
Course duration: 11 / 12 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate to Advanced

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.

B2 First exam dates (computer-based exam): 23.03, 06.06, 30.11.2019

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

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Other accommodation options

Starting dates 11 wk

07.01 / 25.03.2019

Starting dates 12 wk

09.09.2019

Bank holidays

28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 10.06 / 05.08 / 07.10.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

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

Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes; (20 C1 Advanced + 5 options)
Course duration: 11 week(s)
Levels: Upper intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 18 years
Schedule: 09:30-14:30 + 15:00-16:15

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

C1 Advanced exam dates (computer-based exam): 22.03.2019

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

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7110 AUD

10825 AUD

10517 AUD

All prices are in AUD. AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.65 (Not-binding exchange rate)

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Other accommodation options

Starting dates 11 wk

07.01.2019

Bank holidays

28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 10.06 / 05.08 / 07.10.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

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

Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes; (20 C1 Advanced + 5 options)
Course duration: 11 / 12 week(s); + 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels: Upper intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 18 years
Schedule: 09:30-14:30 + 15:00-16:15

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Exam dates (computer-based C1 Advanced exam): 11.06, 05.12.2019

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

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All prices are in AUD. AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.65 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates 11 wk

25.03.2019

Starting dates 12 wk

09.09.2019

Bank holidays

28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 10.06 / 05.08 / 07.10.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

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

Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes; (20 C2 Proficiency + 5 options)
Course duration: 9 / 11 week(s)
Levels: Upper intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 15
Minimum age: 18 years
Schedule: 09:30-14:30 + 15:00-16:15

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Exam dates: 09.03.2019 (paper-based C2 Proficiency exam), 23.11.2019 (computer-based C2 Proficiency exam)

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

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All prices are in AUD. AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.65 (Not-binding exchange rate)

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Other accommodation options

Starting dates 9 wk

07.01.2019

Starting dates 11 wk

09.09.2019

Bank holidays

28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 10.06 / 05.08 / 07.10.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

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

Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes; (15 general + 5 IELTS + 5 options)
Course duration: 8 - 30 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate to Advanced

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

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5690 AUD

8460 AUD

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10984 AUD

8770 AUD

14060 AUD

13612 AUD

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19490 AUD

18818 AUD

All prices are in AUD. AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.65 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 10.06 / 05.08 / 07.10.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

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

Lessons: 25 of 60 minutes; (15 general + 5 IELTS + 5 one-to-one)
Course duration: 8 - 20 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate to Advanced

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

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All prices are in AUD. AUD 1 ≈ EUR 0.65 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 10.06 / 05.08 / 07.10.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

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

Options/Extras

B2 First Cambridge exam fee	350 AUD
C1 Advanced Cambridge exam fee	350 AUD
C2 Proficiency Cambridge exam fee	370 AUD
Internship placement fee (1-6 additional weeks)	100 AUD
Internship placement fee (7-14 additional weeks)	500 AUD
Internship placement fee (15+ additional weeks)	850 AUD
Insurance during work placement (per additional week)	20 AUD
Compulsory OSHC health insurance/student visa (per month) (approximately)	44 AUD
Accommodation deposit (Studyhouse, Link2) Your credit card details will be required as a damage deposit for the accommodation.
Residence deposit (to be paid on site by credit card) (ELC)	500 AUD
Supplement (Studyhouse & Link2, Less than 4 weeks )	50 AUD
Accommodation (during work placement per week) Host family, single room, half board	315 AUD
Accommodation (during work placement per week) Student house, double or triple room, no meals	287 AUD
Accommodation (during work placement per week) Residence, single room, no meals	465 AUD
Extra night with host family	50 AUD
Additional night compulsory if arrival on saturday (B2 First 23.03, 30.11.2019 / C2 Proficiency : 09.03, 23.11.2019)
Christmas with the host family	110 AUD
Wireless Internet in the family (per week) (to be paid on-site)	10 AUD
Airport transfer (on arrival)	160 AUD
Administrative fee (408 Visa)	785 AUD

Other accommodation options

Student house, single room, no meals (Studyhouse)

Residence, single room, no meals (private bathroom, ELC)

Student house, single room, no meals (Link2)

Student house, double or triple room, no meals (Link2)

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.