English Path Brisbane, Language schools in Brisbane

• Location: Brisbane, Australia,
• Number of students: up to 100,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of education: mixed.

English Path Brisbane (EP Brisbane) is a language school in Brisbane that offers English language courses for international students of all language skill levels.

English Path Brisbane is part of a large-scale educational network of English Path schools, which has campuses in several countries: Germany, Great Britain, France, Ireland and others. Students from all over the world can study English, French and German, prepare for admission to foreign universities and colleges, and focus on expanding their career opportunities.

EP Brisbane courses provide students with full immersion in language learning through full-time conversational practice, living with native speakers and an extensive leisure programme exploring Brisbane's culture, customs and attractions. The school provides students with comprehensive assistance at every stage of their studies, from arrival in Australia to final tests. Students absorb academic material effectively through a balanced curriculum and small group classes, one-on-one meetings with faculty, and a multicultural student community.

The cost of studying at EP Brisbane includes a program of free lectures, during which students will expand their horizons, gain new knowledge about the culture, academic system of English-speaking countries and opportunities for further education. Lectures are conducted by qualified specialists once a week for 12 weeks. List of the topics of the seminars is represented by:

• UK Higher Education Guide,
• Presentation skills, public speaking,
• Academic Writing,
• Business Culture Training,
• Introduction to World Finance,
• Methods of passing an interview, writing a resume,
• Time management,
• Career opportunities,
• Global leadership.

International students under the age of 18 are accommodated in host families, which are the homes of local residents who are regularly screened and provide excellent conditions for living abroad. Students are provided with their own or double room, access to common areas in the house: kitchen, living room, bathroom. The host family offers several meal options, including those focused on the special needs of the student if necessary:

• Half board: breakfasts and dinners daily, lunches on Saturdays and Sundays,
• Dinner only from Monday to Sunday,
• Without meals – the student can use the kitchen or visit restaurants.

Host family homes are no more than a 60-minute drive from campus. Family members help students adapt to a new country, at first they accompany them to school and shops.

Students over the age of 18 can stay in the comfortable Bunk Brisbane Residence, a 20-minute drive away. It has single and shared rooms for 4/6/8 people. Students of the same sex are accommodated in the shared rooms. Residents are offered many common amenities:

• Fully equipped kitchens,
• Laundry,
• Pool,
• Restaurant,
• Recreation areas,
• Safe access to the building with a magnetic card,
• Free, unlimited, high-speed Wi-Fi,
• Round-the-clock reception.

As there are kitchen areas in the residence, students take care of their own meals.

Outside of school hours, EP Brisbane pupils actively explore the sights surrounding them, natural beauty and cultural institutions. The school helps students in organizing excursions, making travel plans to more distant places, and also conducts general field trips to get acquainted with the culture and customs of the country. List of the interesting sightseeing is represented by:

• Park areas of the South Bank,
• The Queensland Museum,
• City Botanical Garden,
• The famous power plant,
• Town hall,
• Cruise on the Brisbane River.

• English Path's educational network of schools has established itself among students from different countries and nationalities,
• Courses available to students with any level of linguistics,
• Comprehensive support for teachers both in groups and individually,
• Graduation certificates that allow you not to take entrance exams at a university or college,
• Effective achievement of the set goals with the help of modern teaching methods, a variety of educational resources,
• An extensive leisure program through which students can practice speaking skills in everyday life.

EP Brisbane's learning grounds are located between the stunning Gold Coast to the south and the Sunshine Coast to the north, in Brisbane – the capital of Queensland, Australia. The bright and sunny city with beautiful beaches and peaceful countryside offers students a lot of entertainment, attractions, cultural activities. The third most populous city in Australia, Brisbane provides excellent connections to the rest of the country through an extensive network of trains and motorways, allowing students to explore all parts of the continent.

The English Path Brisbane campus is located in the heart of the city, in a heritage building, directly opposite the Town Hall. English Path Brisbane shares a state-of-the-art learning space with its sister college, the Australian Performing Arts Conservatory, which allows students from both schools to communicate with each other. Near EP Brisbane Academic Ground, Grand Central Station offers access to attractions such as Riverside, Story Bridge, South Bank and Queen Street Mall.

The campus infrastructure includes modern and spacious classrooms equipped with smart TVs, a lively student lounge, a well-stocked library and a comfortable lounge area with a kitchen.

Depending on the chosen educational course, the start date and duration of the course may vary. Many courses offer flexible schedules that adapt to the student's needs and goals. Classes are held on weekdays: from Monday to Friday, and rest is provided on weekends, days of national and international holidays, during holidays.

The cost of the program already includes:

• Entrance test in person or online,
• Online support for employees before the trip, installation meetings with teachers, answering questions and arranging a meeting with a student representative,
• Free 12-week lecture program,
• Extracurricular activities,
• On-campus WiFi access,
• Exclusive discount on EP online courses,
• Certificate of completion of the course.

Some services are paid additional to tuition fee, such as:

• Registration fee, deposits,
• Accommodation, meals,
• Educational materials,
• Compulsory insurance,
• Additional academic opportunities, such as one-to-one tutoring,
• Airport Transfer,
• Personal expenses.

The admission procedure for EP Brisbane programs consists of several stages:

• Filling out the online form and providing the required documents,
• Payment of the application fee,
• Receiving an invitation to enroll,
• Passing a face-to-face or online test, on the basis of which students are divided into groups according to language level,
• Making a deposit to book a place on the course and in the residence,
• Arrive on campus to start classes.

The admissions committee assists students at every stage, including visa paperwork.

Admission of new students is possible only if there are vacant places, but this is practically the only requirement for applicants.

Upon completion of the programs, international students receive a graduation certificate that will allow them to prove their level of English proficiency and not pass entrance exams at most universities and colleges. The quality of knowledge and conversational skills give students the opportunity to quickly adapt to the academic and everyday environment of English-speaking countries, allowing them to continue their studies in English and travel comfortably.

Educational courses have different age criteria for admission, however, most are available to students of all levels. Foreign and local applicants must provide a full package of documents, including a valid passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit to study in Australia.

Students who apply for admission early are given a 15% discount on the course fee.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision