Course Information

At ABILITY Education we offer the following English courses:

General English

General English is a course designed for students who want to learn English for everyday use. Morning classes concentrate on grammar, reading, writing and listening. After lunch there is a greater practise on speaking. At ABILITY our teachers are chosen not only for their communication skills but for their ability to make classes dynamic and interesting.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

EAP is a 12 week course designed to prepare students who wish to study at a tertiary level. Students are trained in note taking, essay writing, designing presentations etc. Students who achieve high marks in our EAP course can gain direct entry into universities and colleges that we have articulations with without having to sit an IELTS. Many of our students have successfully continued on to TAFE and our partner universities to begin successful training for their career paths either here in Australia or back home. Students must be at an Upper Intermediate Level. There are set starting dates.

Business English

English is widely accepted as the international language of business. Our module-based Business English course equips students with the practical speaking, reading, writing, listening and other communication skills needed for a successful career.

Professional skills, qualifications and experience are not enough. Good Business English communication skills are essential to advance in business in Australia or in work for a foreign company.

Our program provides both for people who are already developing in their business career and for those who are planning a career in business.

Cambridge exam preparation (FCE)

Ability Education intensively trains non-native speakers of English to sit for the University of Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) examinations. These lead to certificates accepted across the world in helping gain entrance to educational institutions and successfully improve job prospects.

First Certificate in English (FCE) – upper intermediate level

Students benefit from the personal attention and level of expertise of our Cambridge-preparation teachers.

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

IELTS preparation course is a 12 week rolling course which prepares students for the IELTS exam, a compulsory entry exam for most universities, colleges, jobs and immigration authorities. ABILITY education has helped many students reach their goals of achieving 6.0, 6.5, 7.0, 7.5 and recently 8. Many of our students have gone to study Masters at UTS, UNSW, Sydney University. Students must be at an Upper Intermediate level. Classes start every Monday.

High School Preparation (HSP)

Our High School Preparation course is designed for students who want to prepare for study in an Australian high school, beginning in years ranging from 7 to 11. As well as English, you learn about the Australian school culture and curriculum. Through our HSP program students can gain direct pathway to all Australian government high schools as well as some of NSW most reputable private high schools.

Primary School Preparation (PSP)

We have recently introduced a 12 week Primary School Preparation course focuses on students aged between 8 to 11 year olds. The course structure involves intensive English as well subjects that are taught in Australian primary school. As in HSP our college aims for the students to be taught in a genuinely caring environment. Teachers monitor students to ensure that they are happy, relaxed and accepted by others in their class. Should difficulties arise with students, they will receive on-going counseling to help resolve any problem, whether academic, social, behavioural or emotional.

Class Structure

Our classes run from Monday to Friday (or Thursday for 20 hour course) from 9.00am until 3.20pm. There are three lessons each day, with a 20 minute break between lesson 1 and 2, and an hour lunch break between lessons 2 and 3.
When students start their course on a Monday morning they undertake a placement test and take part in an interview. Based on the results of these, students are placed in the most appropriate level for their grasp of English. We estimate students take between 8 to 12 weeks to go up a level.

Visa requirements

Student Visa:

Students need to study for a minimum of 12 weeks. On this visa you can work 20 hours per week.

Tourist Visa:

Students can study for a maximum of 12 weeks.

Working Holiday Visa:

Students can study for a maximum of 17 weeks.

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