Language School Kaplan Brisbane
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Language School Kaplan Brisbane
This combined course is suitable for international students with any level of knowledge, from elementary to advanced. This is an excellent opportunity not only to significantly improve the language skills, but also to learn a lot about the country in which the studying is conducted, to devote time to leisure, rest and shopping, to make new friends from all corners of the world.
Universality makes this course one of the most popular programs of the educational institution. Students in the complex develop all the basic language skills:
- Written and spoken speech;
- Fluency and literacy of speech;
- Grammar;
- Vocabulary;
- Listening (listening to English);
- Reading original and adapted texts.
Students quickly overcome the emotional and language barrier, significantly expand the vocabulary. Lessons are held in an interesting dynamic format, having many interactive elements: oral exercises, computer programs, thematic classes in student clubs are used. Students work in groups and individually, participate in debates and discussions, prepare personal projects and studies. In general English, students develop basic skills - special attention is paid to written and spoken language, to facilitate communication in English in everyday life. Interactive lessons consolidate the acquired knowledge, eliminate gaps, help to study more closely difficult and incomprehensible moments.
- Beginning of the courses: on Mondays year-round (if the state holiday falls on this day, then the beginning of the classes is postponed on the next day).
- Minimum duration: 2 weeks.
- Minimum age of students: from 16 years.
- Minimum level of language for enrollment: from elementary.
- The maximum class size: 10-15 people.
- Intensity of lessons (per week): 20 academic sessions of general English + 7 interactive lessons.
- Timetable: Monday-Friday, morning and afternoon hours.
- Duration of the session: 45 minutes.
Upon completion of the course, each student receives a corporate certificate that confirms the level of English proficiency that has been attained and contains information on attendance.
Academic English
It's no secret that studying the language (in particular, English) is best not in your native country, but directly in foreign schools. Due to constant language practice with native speakers and full immersion in language culture, the student begins to speak English practically from the first days of his stay, even if his initial level of knowledge was minimal. Also, studying English abroad is a great chance to get acquainted with the culture and history of other countries, which also helps to quickly join the world English-speaking community.
The Academic English program offers long-term courses (5-6-9 months): this will greatly improve your level of language proficiency, help you to find new friends from around the world and to give you an unforgettable experience. This is a real educational adventure! To learn the language is not only in the classroom, but at every moment of everyday life: in the store, transport, on the beach and at the airport - very quickly you will not only speak English fluently, but also start thinking in an unfamiliar language.
In addition, long-term studying courses are more profitable than short-term ones - you can significantly save by choosing a course of longer duration. At the end of the course each student receives a corporate certificate, which confirms the achieved level of English proficiency.
This exam can be considered among the most popular and widespread in the world, and its complexity is high enough, and many students face some difficulties in the preparation process. A specially developed complex program will help you to prepare effectively and qualitatively for the successful passing of the exam, to raise the level of language knowledge and skills, to become acquainted with the specifics and subtleties of specific tasks.
Annually, the number of students taking the exam reaches 1.4 million people - its results and certificate are accepted all over the world in more than 6,000 educational institutions. In particular, IELTS results are necessarily provided to the educational centers of Britain, Australia, Ireland and New Zealand. Also, the results of testing are required by many employers, so the successful passing of the test is a step towards an international career and a prestigious position.
- Beginning of the courses: it is necessary to clarify with the manager (vary depending on the school).
- Minimum duration: 2 weeks.
- Minimum age of students: from 16 years.
- The minimum language level for enrollment: Intermediate - Advanced.
- The maximum class size: 10-15 people.
- Intensity of lessons (per week): about 30.
- Timetable: Monday-Friday, morning and afternoon hours.
- Duration of the session: 45 minutes.
Intensive preparation for IELTS is:
- 20-28 preparatory lessons (raising the level of knowledge and skills, working out typical tasks and writing tests);
- 8 general academic lessons (improving general language skills: reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary);
- 7 interactive lessons (consolidation and development of the material covered, filling in knowledge gaps, monitoring progress and the level of assimilation of information).
An additional educational course for IELTS is:
- 20 general English lessons (intensive development of knowledge and skills in basic language aspects, special attention to oral and written language and listening);
- 8 preparatory lessons (specifics and features of the IELTS test, often encountered difficulties, typical tasks and blocks);
- 7 interactive lessons (consolidation and development of the material covered, filling in knowledge gaps, monitoring progress and the level of assimilation of information).
Upon completion of the course, each student receives a corporate certificate that confirms the level of English proficiency that has been attained and contains information on attendance.
Description of Language School Kaplan Brisbane
Brisbane is considered to be one of the most beautiful, vibrant, fast-growing Australian cities. The city is located in a beautiful scenic area: nature combines golden beaches, mountains and thick tropical forests, and the weather practically all year round pampers with sun and heat. The city has a cosmopolitan, multicultural atmosphere, so students from all over the world will feel comfortable. Studying at the Kaplan Brisbane Summer School is an ideal opportunity not only to significantly improve the level of the English language, but also to learn more about the nature, history, culture of the mysterious and distant Australia, to enjoy its beaches and forests, to spend an exciting and unforgettable time, to make new friends from all over the world . The city provides ample opportunities for an interesting holiday: there are a lot of museums, galleries, natural and historical monuments and attractions, excellent conditions for shopping.
Accommodation, meals, prices
Students may choose to live in a common residence or host family:
- Residence - a choice for active, independent and sociable students. There are comfortable rooms for 1-2 students and half board meals. Accommodation is available for international students aged 18 and over.
- Host family is an excellent choice if you want to get acquainted with the culture and life of the country, to communicate with local citizens and constantly practice the language with native speakers. All host families are carefully monitored and supervised by the educational institution's specialists. For students cozy separate rooms are prepared, half board meals are provided. Accommodation is available for students aged 16 and over.
The cost of living:
- Apartment (single room, self catering) = 395 AUD / week
- Host family (private room, meals 16 times a week) = 270 AUD / week
Subjects, specialties
Activities Language School Kaplan Brisbane
- Visiting the concert in the open areas of the city
- Acquaintance the unique architecture of Queens Street
- Visiting the museum, theater, concert
- Visiting the Foresty Nature Park or Koala Nature Reserve, diverse botanical gardens
- Visiting the tennis match (Queensland)
- Surfing or kayaking
- Relax and sunbathe on the beach.
Facilities and equipment at Language School Kaplan Brisbane
Tthe school is equipped with comfortable auditoriums, a library with many modern PCs, Wi-Fi is available throughout the territory (air conditioning and interactive whiteboard are used in each classroom). Between classes, students can relax in the common cozy living room, where there is a refrigerator and microwave, and also sit on a spacious terrace and enjoy an impressive view of the city.
Admission dates and extra charges
Additional fees are required:
- One-to-one lessons = 70 AUD / lesson
- K + = 40 AUD
- Transfer from Brisbane = 145 AUD (Airport Gold Coast = 240 AUD)
- Special food, diet = 45 AUD / week
- Medical insurance = 30 AUD
- Service fee = 450 AUD
- Studying books and materials = 10 AUD
- Placement fee = 220 AUD
- Accommodation deposit in residence = 250 AUD.
Extras:
- Application fee 260 AUD
- Express mail 85 AUD
- Registration fee (for accommodation) 260 AUD
- Course change Fee 75 AUD
- Medical insurance 51 AUD
- Study materials 15 AUD
- Transfer (one way) 160 AUD
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Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
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Recommendations on when to apply
Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
- we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |