Course Briefing
| Duration of the course | 60 weeks |
| Duration per level | 10 weeks |
| Face to face scheduled contact hours | 20 hours a week |
| Proficiency Levels | Beginner, Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper-Intermediate, and Advanced |
| Scheduled breaks | Two weeks during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. |
| Intake | every Monday (except Christmas and New Year Holiday) |
Entry Requirements:
The entry requirements of this course:
- Education: None
- Age: 18 or more years old
- Students must participate a placement test during the orientation program to determine existing language skills and appropriate level required
Course purpose
The General English course is specifically designed to cater to the needs of students who intend to master English for effective communication in their daily lives. The course is structured around communicative methods, with a strong emphasis on developing proficiency in vocabulary, grammar, and the four essential macro skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The curriculum is fully aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) standards, providing students with a well-structured, comprehensive learning experience. Students are offered regular assessments to monitor their progress and make the necessary adjustments to their learning strategies. By completing this course, students can expect to develop strong English language skills, equipping them with the tools to communicate effectively both in their academic pursuits and everyday interactions.
Modes and methods of course delivery
This course is designed for face-to-face mode delivery with 20 hours per week of tuition. The studies will take place in class, and students will be given fortnightly formative assessments and mid-term and end-of-term summative assessments. Students will be assessed in all four macro skills throughout the assessments.
Course structure
| Course and Level | Entry Requirement | CEFR Exit Level | Course Length | |
| IELTS Score* | Placement Test Overall Result in IELTS Indication | |||
| Beginner Level | Below 3.5 | Below 3.5 | A1 | 10 weeks |
| Elementary Level | 3.5 | 3.5 | A2 | 10 weeks |
| Pre-Intermediate Level | 4.0 | 4.0 | B1 | 10 weeks |
| Intermediate Level | 4.5 | 4.5 | B1+ | 10 weeks |
| Upper-Intermediate Level | 5.0 | 5.0 | B2 | 10 weeks |
| Advanced Level | 5.5 | 5.5 | B2+ | 10 weeks |
* The IELTS score displayed in the table is intended as an indicative measure mapped across with the Harbourside Institute of Australia’s placement test result. Students who wish to enrol in the program with a valid IELTS certificate must provide their overall IELTS score for each level, ensuring that no individual score is less than 0.5 from the overall result. If a student’s individual result is less than 1.0 from the overall result, they will be eligible to enrol in the level below. This approach ensures that students are accurately placed in the appropriate course level, allowing them to maximize their language learning potential.