English Language

The General Academic English program (GAE) is designed to develop your English language skills in preparation for successful entry into your mainstream academic program of study.

The General Academic English program (GAE) is designed to help students develop their English language skills in preparation for successful entry into their mainstream academic program of study. It is accredited by the National ELT Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) and is taught by qualified and experienced teachers of English as a second language.

The College’s English language program concentrates on developing the skills you will need to become a successful and confident language user. Emphasis is placed on improving your general language skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. You will study a variety of topics which are interesting and fun, and relevant to students studying in Australia.

You are assessed regularly with weekly reviews, reading and writing tasks, speaking and presentations, and ongoing testing. Participation and your classroom use of English are also taken into consideration. Your program is based in the classroom with some excursions and activities which take you out into the community to use the language you have learnt.

Study Duration

Students are required to complete the recommended program duration according to their current English level. The table illustrates likely study duration based upon an English score.

English level		Recommended GAE Duration
IELTS	iBt TOEFL Score	FSP/DTE	DTS	DTX	PMP*
IELTS 4.5 overall (two bands of 4.0 and one band of 4.5) or equivalent	36 Overall 11 or above in Speaking & Writing	30 weeks	Not available	Not available	Not available
IELTS 4.5 overall (three bands of 4.5 or higher) or equivalent	40 Overall 11 or above in Speaking & Writing	25 weeks	Not available	Not available	Not available
IELTS 5.0 overall (no more than one band of 4.0) or equivalent	43 Overall 12 or above in Speaking & Writing	20 weeks	Not available	Not available	20 weeks
IELTS 5.0 overall (no more than two bands of 4.5) or equivalent	46 Overall 12 or above in Speaking & Writing	15 weeks	Not available	Not available	15 weeks
IELTS 5.0 overall (no more than one band of 4.5) or equivalent	48 Overall 13 or above in Speaking & Writing	10 weeks	Not available	Not available	10 weeks
IELTS 5.0 overall (all bands 5.0 or above) or equivalent	50 Overall 14 or above in Speaking & Writing	5 weeks	Not available	Not available	5 weeks
IELTS 5.5 overall (all bands 5.0 or above) or equivalent	50 Overall 15 or above in Speaking & Writing	Not required	10 weeks	15 weeks	Not required
IELTS 5.5 overall (Speaking OR Writing band 5.5 or above) or equivalent	50 Overall 16 or above in Speaking OR Writing	Not required	5 weeks	10 weeks	Not required
IELTS 5.5 overall (Speaking and Writing band 5.5 or above) or equivalent	50 Overall 16 or above in Speaking & Writing	Not required	Not required	5 weeks	Not required
IELTS 6.0 overall (all bands 5.5 or above) or equivalent	57 Overall 17 or above in Speaking & Writing	Not required	Not required	Not required	Not required

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* Only applicable to Pre-Master's Program with length of 9 months.

Key Facts

Intakes	Contact hours	Class Size
Correspond with chosen FSP, DT or PMP program entry	20 hours per week	Average 15

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Benefits of the College English program:

Accredited by the National ELT Accreditation Scheme (NEAS)
Taught by qualified and experienced teachers of English as a second language
20 hours a week face to face classroom learning
Electives to allow specialisation by bachelor destination, including business and engineering
Weekly activities and excursions related to learning outcomes and for Australian culture
Individualised learning support available outside of class time
Resource centre with range of learning materials

Success Stories

Mohdammed
Nasser
Altooqi

English Language

Oman

Bachelor of Science (Chemical Engineering)

"I’ve learned so many things studying here and I would recommend anyone looking for a good system of study to attend the University of Adelaide College"

I came to the College because the Omani consulate organised for me to come here. I’ve found the experience very interesting. The class timetable was great with mostly morning classes, giving me free time in the afternoon to study and socialise. I think that Adelaide is a great place for students to study because of the relaxing atmosphere. The public transport is great too. I’ve learned so many things studying here and I would recommend anyone looking for a good system of study to attend the University of Adelaide College.

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Study Duration

Students are required to complete the recommended program duration according to their current English level. The table illustrates likely study duration based upon an English score.

English level		Recommended GAE Duration
IELTS	iBt TOEFL Score	FSP/DTE	DTS	DTX	PMP*
IELTS 4.5 overall (two bands of 4.0 and one band of 4.5) or equivalent	36 Overall 11 or above in Speaking & Writing	30 weeks	Not available	Not available	Not available
IELTS 4.5 overall (three bands of 4.5 or higher) or equivalent	40 Overall 11 or above in Speaking & Writing	25 weeks	Not available	Not available	Not available
IELTS 5.0 overall (no more than one band of 4.0) or equivalent	43 Overall 12 or above in Speaking & Writing	20 weeks	Not available	Not available	20 weeks
IELTS 5.0 overall (no more than two bands of 4.5) or equivalent	46 Overall 12 or above in Speaking & Writing	15 weeks	Not available	Not available	15 weeks
IELTS 5.0 overall (no more than one band of 4.5) or equivalent	48 Overall 13 or above in Speaking & Writing	10 weeks	Not available	Not available	10 weeks
IELTS 5.0 overall (all bands 5.0 or above) or equivalent	50 Overall 14 or above in Speaking & Writing	5 weeks	Not available	Not available	5 weeks
IELTS 5.5 overall (all bands 5.0 or above) or equivalent	50 Overall 15 or above in Speaking & Writing	Not required	10 weeks	15 weeks	Not required
IELTS 5.5 overall (Speaking OR Writing band 5.5 or above) or equivalent	50 Overall 16 or above in Speaking OR Writing	Not required	5 weeks	10 weeks	Not required
IELTS 5.5 overall (Speaking and Writing band 5.5 or above) or equivalent	50 Overall 16 or above in Speaking & Writing	Not required	Not required	5 weeks	Not required
IELTS 6.0 overall (all bands 5.5 or above) or equivalent	57 Overall 17 or above in Speaking & Writing	Not required	Not required	Not required	Not required

Scroll for more

* Only applicable to Pre-Master’s Program with length of 9 months.

Key Facts

Intakes	Contact hours	Class Size
Correspond with chosen FSP, DT or PMP program entry	20 hours per week	Average 15

Scroll for more

Benefits of the College English program:

Accredited by the National ELT Accreditation Scheme (NEAS)
Taught by qualified and experienced teachers of English as a second language
20 hours a week face to face classroom learning
Electives to allow specialisation by bachelor destination, including business and engineering
Weekly activities and excursions related to learning outcomes and for Australian culture
Individualised learning support available outside of class time
Resource centre with range of learning materials

Success Stories

Mohdammed
Nasser
Altooqi

English Language

Oman

Bachelor of Science (Chemical Engineering)

"I’ve learned so many things studying here and I would recommend anyone looking for a good system of study to attend the University of Adelaide College"