English Language Courses at English school in Australia

All Full Time Adult Courses

Course Name Length Short Description
General English 1 52 weeks Our General English program is designed to improve your social and practical communication in different cultural and social situations. The program consists of core units in the morning and options in the afternoon.

Why should I study General English at GV?
  • To improve your speaking, listening and conversation abilities
  • To extend your knowledge of practical grammar structures
  • To expand your vocabulary and improve pronunciation skills
  • To select Options to customise the program to suit your individual needs
  • To use practical English in an international study environment and “real life” settings
Cambridge Preparation (PET, FCE, CAE) PET 11 weeks
FCE 10 or 12 weeks
CAE 9 or 12 weeks
Our courses prepare you for the University of Cambridge English exams. In Sydney, the program features a weekend retreat with your teacher to focus on intensive study. The quality of our courses is reflected in the high success rate and results achieved by our students in the Cambridge examinations.

Why should I study Cambridge Preparation at GV?
  • To receive intensive practice on sample test questions, and strategies to help you achieve the best possible test result
  • To improve your skills in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening
  • To gain a formal English qualification that is recognised by employers and many educational institutions worldwide
  • To study in a dedicated class in which all students are studying for the same goal
Academic English 8, 16, 24 or 34 weeks Our intensive EAP courses provide you with the language and academic skills required for further studies in Australia. These fast-paced and challenging programs cover skills such as note taking, report writing, reading and understanding of academic texts, presentation skills and Australian study skills.
Business English 4 or 8 weeks Our Business English course is a full-time intensive course offering a thorough introduction to Business English communication skills. It is most suitable for people who are planning a career in a business or industry where English is used on an everyday basis.
IELTS Preparation 4, 8 or 12 weeks
Academic Semester, Academic Year, Extended Academic Year 23 + 4 weeks holiday
33 + 6 week’s holiday
46 + 5weeks’ holiday
Why should I study the Academic Year?
  • To select from a wide range of courses – customise a program that best meets your requirements
  • If you are seeking a best value program – make added savings on the per week rate
  • To take advantage of added benefits including 2 free TOEIC tests or 1 free IELTS test or 1 free Cambridge test
  • To focus on your English skills and gain work experience in an English speaking environment

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