Course Level
ELICOS course
CRICOS
116730B
English for Academic Purposes Levels 1 - 2
The English for Academic Purposes course focuses on develop student’s academic English skills to prepare them for tertiary study. The course is structured into two level, EAP 1 and 2. EAP 1 bridges the gap between General English and Academic English and takes students using the Common European Framework (CEF) from B1 to high B1 (B1+). It is designed to help students learn intermediate-level English language skills, with a particular emphasis on academic vocabulary and grammar. It provides a good introduction to Academic English for those students wanting to continue their EAP study. It features thought provoking topics and develops the necessary skills required for university study – note taking, essay writing and presentations skills. It also provides strategies for undertaking research and dealing with unfamiliar academic vocabulary. EAP1 introduces students to the characteristics of written and spoken academic texts. Students are guided towards developing relevant strategies for setting study goals and approaching these texts. From asking for help, understanding essay questions to planning essay paragraphs and listening for gist and detail, students have a wealth of opportunities to practice all core academic skills. EAP 2 equips students with the necessary English language skills required for academic study at university or other tertiary level institutions and takes students using the Common European Framework (CEF) from high B1 (B1+) to B2. Students are given further practice in academic study skills. There is also analysis of the characteristics of written and spoken academic texts, the development of the awareness of academic culture, as well as learning how to avoid plagiarism. There is also essay organisation, note taking, group discussion, the skill of writing references and paraphrasing texts. Students are given ample opportunity to practice and enhance all academic skills.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
Sydney | Full-time - 101 weeks | N/A | N/A |
Canberra | Full-time - 101 weeks | N/A | N/A |
Entry requirements
- Education Level Requirements: There are no specific educational pre-requisites for entry into this course, as entry into this level is based on assessment of English language proficiency. However, it is anticipated that a majority of students will have completed Year 10 or equivalent.
- English Language Requirements : Students entering this course will require a level of English which allows them to access sufficient language to understand and attempt the types of texts and tasks required for an EAP course. In order to be placed in this course, students will be required to either: • Achieve a satisfactory result in an ELICOS placement test OR • Demonstrate their level of English by providing evidence from international testing performance A student who reaches the requisite level in the ELICOS placement test or arrives with documentary evidence of an acceptable score in an international language test may be transferred into the EAP course on arrival. The acceptable level in international tests required for entry to the courses is outlined below • IELTS Band 5.0 with no band < 4.5 = EAP Level 1 • IELTS Band 5.5 with no band < 5.0 = EAP Level 2.