- Experts at teaching important English language skills in new and effective ways - English Only campus making students' English better faster - Located in Melbourne, the world's most livable city 2011(rated by the Economist)
Top Native Language by Center
Latin 27%, Europe 23%, Southeast Asia14%, Japan 4%, Hong Kong/Thai 5%, Korea 5%, China 1%, Mideast 1%
Conditional Admission
Ability English has many partner colleges that recognise the academic excellence of EAP(English for Academic Purposes) courses. After you study EAP with us you can study Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate or Postgraduate level courses
with any of reputable partners.
EAP course prepares students for all the possible language challenges students will experience in a university or college. Ability English thoroughly train students in the challenging skills of writing essays in English, giving presentations in English and understanding the expectations of an English-speaking college or university.
5 reasons to study EAP at ABILITY
1) Quality education:
Experienced teachers and university-approved courses.
2) Great nationality mix:
EAP courses have one of the best mixes of nationalities in Sydney and Melbourne.
3) Strong speaking and pronunciation component:
Pronunciation and fluency training helps prepare students to understand lectures, do presentations and to help students participate in all round communications.
4) Great pathways:
Through direct pathways students don’t need to pay for an external exam such as IELTS or Cambridge.
5) No mixed classes:
3 different levels EAP 2, EAP 3 and EAP 4.
Ability English MelbourneAbout the
In 2011 Ability English won the English Australia ETS TOEFL Award for Innovation in ELICOS for General English Plus course. The award recognises Ability's innovative contributions of excellence to the ELICOS sector. Ability's unique General English Plus course won this award because it demonstrated strategic approach to addressing a specific, clearly defined issue; meeting identified student need; an institutional approach to and support of innovation; and demonstrated impact on students with clear evidence of use of a feedback loop.
Ability is leading innovations. Experts are teaching important English language skills in new and effective ways. Those skills include pronunciation, intercultural communication, academic preparation, and speaking & listening.
Ability has brilliant teachers. When you find the right teacher, half the work is done. Ability has only highly competent and specialised teachers. It looks for educators with: high level qualifications, experience as IELTS examiners, experience as Cambridge examiners, experience teaching multiple nationalities in different locations, teachers who have published academic papers about learning the English language, and teachers who have presented at industry conferences.
General English classes teach fast communication in a fun and social way. Every week there is a focused pronunciation class and a focused intercultural communication class to get you speaking English quickly. Ability English believes strongly that these are vital skills to succeed in the worldwide communication systems of today.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Ability English teachers work hard to keep students' English improving as fast as possible. These classes are fun and interactive, with excellent English and lifelong friends being common results. Teachers are all experienced and energetic.
Curriculum :
- From Beginner to Advanced
- Full teaching of vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading & writing
- Weekly testing & teacher counselling to go up English levels faster
- Friday Electives to help you strengthen your skills
- Study options to suit your timetable needs; All Day, Evening, Morning or Afternoon courses
General English classes teach fast communication in a fun and social way. Every week there is a focused pronunciation class and a focused intercultural communication class to get you speaking English quickly. Ability English believes strongly that these are vital skills to succeed in the worldwide communication systems of today.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Ability English teachers work hard to keep students' English improving as fast as possible. These classes are fun and interactive, with excellent English and lifelong friends being common results. Teachers are all experienced and energetic.
Curriculum :
- From Beginner to Advanced
- Full teaching of vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading & writing
- Weekly testing & teacher counselling to go up English levels faster
- Friday Electives to help you strengthen your skills
- Study options to suit your timetable needs; All Day, Evening, Morning or Afternoon courses
(2024Year schedule), has been finished. (2025Year schedule), has been updating
Fees
School's Admin fee
Tuition
1 ~ 12 Week
13 ~ 24 Week
25 ~ 36 Week
37 ~ 52 Week
Week
(AUD)$ 330 / Week
(AUD)$ 320 / Week
(AUD)$ 310 / Week
(AUD)$ 300 / Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Housing Placement
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Weekly
(AUD)$ 120
Airport Pickup
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
When you travel to another country to study it’s great to have local people you can trust helping you organise your life. When you book your course, Ability English can also organise your accommodation. Different students look for different experiences so there are two types of accommodation in Melbourne.
1. Residential accommodation
Ability English offers this form of accommodation at a range of rental charges. All are near
public transport. Students are suggested initially book for 4 weeks.
- Student share houses: Best for students with clothes storage, internet
facilities, a desk and a quiet environment to study.
- Student Lodges and guest houses: Smaller rooms, more homely, may
have limited cooking facilities
Ability English can book accommodation for the student when having received your
flight details and a booking fee of A$240.
2. Homestay accommodation
Students can stay with a family to experience the Australian lifestyle and to
practise speaking English day-to-day. Breakfast and dinner are provided, and
lunch on weekends. Ability English recommends Homestay accommodation for younger
students and for students who are coming to Australia for the first time. Allow
up to 40-50 minutes travel time to school by public transport.
Surrounding Area
Melbourne City Campus is very close to:
- Flinders Street station (trains & trams)
- Main tram lines & bus stops
- Top tourist attractions; the Yarra River, Federation Square (cultural centre), Royal Botanic Gardens
- Major museums & art galleries
- Famous laneway cafes & small bars
- City centre shopping
- Easy tram ride to St Kilda Beach
- Queen Victoria food markets
- Affordable restaurants from around the world
Facilities
Ability English has improved its campuses so that students' study experience is the best it can be.
- Modern bright classrooms
- Free computer access
- Wireless internet access in all areas of the campuses
- Kitchen, lunch room, microwaves & fridges
- Video cameras & digital projectors
- Rooms for self study
- Access to self-study English programs in the Multimedia Library
- Prayer room
- Free tea, coffee & your own Ability cup
Activity
1. Social Club
To help you have a good time in Melbourne, Ability English organises regular social events with teachers and staff to get everybody together; such as parties, sport and movies. It also offers a booking service for weekend trips to local sights.
- Every Week: social events in the evening with a teacher to have some fun together
- Every Month: a student party at a local venue with different themes
- Every 3 Months: class end-of-term picnics and a social event with the whole school, such as boat cruises, film
nights and our famous annual culture day
2. Job Club
Every week Job Club meets to support you while you work in Australia. Job Club assists you to:
- Write your CV
- Prepare for a job interview
- Find the best places to look for work
- Understand Australian taxation
- Understand your work rights
- Understand your visa work conditions
Getting to the school from the airport
one way A$160
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