Course Code: GE | CRICOS Code: 098218E
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General English (GE) is designed to cater for students who are interested in improving their level of general English proficiency, including for travel, employment or personal interest. It is also designed for those who intend to progress to further study in English and require a higher level of English proficiency in order to enrol in Global Business College of Australia ‘s English for Academic Purpurses course.
The General English course comprises four levels:
1. Elementary
2. Pre-Intermediate
3. Intermediate
4. Upper-Intermediate
Each level has a nominal duration of 10 weeks, making a total course duration of 40 weeks. However, students enter the course at their level of proficiency and it is possible to progress to the next level if the relevant level of proficiency is demonstrated in under 10 weeks.
This course is delivered over a duration of 42 weeks (including 2 weeks course breaks). Schedule: 20 contact hours per week. Delivery mode: Face to face training
Students will attend a placement test. Below are the indicative entry and exit points for each level within the course:
| Approximate entry point | Level | Possible pathway / Exit point |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS 3.5 or equivalent | Elementary | Pre-Intermediate |
| IELTS 4.0 or equivalent | Pre-Intermediate | Intermediate |
| IELTS 4.5 or equivalent | Intermediate | Upper-Intermediate / EAP1 |
| IELTS 5 or equivalent | Upper-Intermediate |
