Unity College’s experienced staff and teachers will help you to achieve your personal study goals. Our small classes and expertly designed course allow students to learn quickly and effectively. Whether you need English for your job, future study or just general communication in the English speaking world, this course is perfect for you!
English As A Second Language
ELICOS - 089714G General English
Open up a world of possibilities and learn how to communicate effectively in the English speaking world.
The ELICOS - 089714G General English course is designed to provide skills and knowledge in the use of the English language for general purposes. The course also includes academic elements, however its focus is becoming effective communicators in English. The Intermediate, Upper Intermediate and Advanced modules provide students the opportunity to focus on particular areas of English relevant to the student’s interest.
Study ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students) in Canberra with supportive, practical, face to face classes. You will have the opportunity to study with others from accross the globe in a multicultural environment.
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Elementary
Module 1
2
Pre-Intermediate
Module 2
3
Intermediate
Module 3
4
Upper-Intermediate
Module 4
5
Advanced
Module 5
Why Study
Gain Employment
Get prepared for the workforce by developing your English skills to become confident and reach a level of English needed by employers. Through this course, you will improve your speaking and listening skills, allowing you to become confident in conversation and operating in a work setting. You will participate in class interviews and discussions, while also learning formal letter writing techniques, in order to improve your level of employability.
Become Part of Australian Society
Living in a different country can be difficult, but through this course you will become a confident and effective member of Australian society. You will learn language skills which will help you to feel confident while you are living in Australia. You will language and vocabulary to help you when you are shopping, socialising and even watching TV! You will also make new friends, who can help make Australia feel like your home.
Further Your Studies
If you plan to do more study in the future, whether at our college or at another institution, this course will teach you study skills and examination techniques which you may need in the future. Through studying our course, you will improve your English skills and comprehension, which will help you prepare for whatever future study you decide. You will learn a variety of writing styles, including formal letters, reports and essays (Modules 2-5), which are similar to what is required in some tests and universities.
What will you learn?
Reading
Develop reading skills through news articles, textbooks, reading tests, stories and personal reading programs.
How will you learn?
Course Fees
Testimonials
Natalia
Colombia
The teachers are so kind and professionals, my English is getting improved everyday especially my grammar and vocabulary. I feel more confident when I talk with native Aussies. The student groups are small which is great because the teachers can have enough time for me in the class.
Claudio
Italy
I can understand and write English better and the staff are very friendly. I have improved my English and I have exercised my mind and activities.... . I think the atmosphere is friendly at Unity.
Gislaine
Brazil
I have found in here inspiration and help with my English. The teachers are wonderful. The attention from teachers and the relationships with us as students is unique. When I arrived in Australia I can't speak English and now I am confident with my speaking and I could find a better job.
Christian
Ghana
I have had a good experience at Unity having met people from diverse backgrounds and interacting with them. Also the trainers who are wholesome and have time for each student and so learning is individually based. My written and spoken English language has improved after joining the ESL class.
Tenzin
Bhutan
It is a very good environment to study with many different cultures and students from all over the world. It made a lot of changes in life vocabularies where I am really poor in it but got lots of improvements. I think the course, students and teachers are really amazing. It can be competitive to other popular University's.
Course Info
The following dates are for ELICOS Canberra
2022 Semester 2
Term 3: Monday 18 July - Friday 23 September
Term 4: Tuesday 4 October - Friday 9 December
2023 Semester 1
Term 1: Monday 30 January - Thursday 6 April
Term 2: Monday 24 April - Friday 30 June
2023 Semester 2
Term 3: Monday 17 July - Friday 22 September
Term 4: Tuesday 3 October - Friday 8 December
2024 Semester 1
Term 1: Monday 5 February - Friday 12 April
Term 2: Monday 29 April - Friday 5 July
2024 Semester 2
Term 3: Monday 22 July - Friday 27 September
Term 4: Tuesday 8 October - Friday 13 December
Please contact the college for the current timetable.
*Timetable will be subject to change each term/semester
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*All fees are in Australian dollars
Bank Transfer Details (Domestic payments only)
Bank Name: St George Bank Limited
Account Name: Unity College Australia Incorporated
Account Number: 001584968
Branch Number: 112908
Branch Address: 60 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra City, ACT, Australia
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