Cairns College of English

• Courses Information

• Service Fees
• General English Fulltime
• General English Part-time
• Cambridge Exam Prep.
• IELTS Exam Prep.
• Business English
• Customer Service English
• Young Learners & Teenagers
• Private Tuition
• Special Programs

English Language Courses & Fees

Here are some of the regular programs that we offer.

In addition to our regular English Language courses, Cairns College of English also offers study tours. To learn more about study tours, have a look at our study tours page for our Reef Safari and Tropical Safari Tours. If you can’t find what you are looking for here, or if want to know more, please feel free to contact the school for more information.

2013 English Courses

Service Fees *	2013
Enrolment Fee Work Experience Placement	$200 $350

General English Full-time (CRICOS code: 072892G)	Time	2013
For developing skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar.  There are levels from beginner to advanced, and students can choose from a variety of electives including TOEIC Exam preparation. 1 - 50 teaching weeks and up to 8 weeks holiday. 20 hours of instruction plus 5 hours of guided learning per week. Start any Monday Enrolment fee not included in course fee. *Suitable for students on a student visa as their principal course. * For ages 16 and above » View Sample Timetable	1-10 weeks	$330 per week
	11-20 weeks	$320 per week
	21-30 weeks	$310 per week
	31- weeks	$300 per week
Refundable Book Deposit		$100

General English Part-time		2013
For developing skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar.  There are levels from beginner to advanced. 15 hours of English language instruction per week. Start any Monday Enrolment fee not included in course fee. *Not suitable for Student Visa holders as their principal course. * For ages 16 and above		$285/wk
Refundable Book Deposit		$100

Cambridge Exam Preparation (FCE CRICOS Code: 073934E, CAE CRICOS Code: 073935D)	Time	2012	2013
For students who want intensive practice in grammar and skills for the FCE and CAE. Class sizes are a maximum of 12 students. 20 hours of instruction plus 5 hours of guided learning per week. 1. FCE written test: Tuesday 11 June, Tuesday 2 December CAE written test: Wednesday 12 June, Wednesday 4 December FCE & CAE speaking tests held in the 2 weeks before written tests. Suitable for Student visa holders. 1. Start March 18th 2. Start September 9th * For ages 16 and above Enrolment fee not included in course fee. » View Sample Timetable	12 wks	$3,720	$3,840
Cambridge Examination Fee: FCE (incl. $20 admin/postage fee)		$382	$290
Cambridge Examination Fee: CAE (incl. $20 admin/postage fee)		$388	$290
Material Fee FCE & CAE		$85	$85
FCE Refundable Book Deposit		$100	$100
CAE Refundable Book Deposit		$100	$100

IELTS Preparation (CRICOS Code: 073937B)	Time	2013
For students who want to learn test-taking skills and practice academic vocabulary through reading, writing, listening and speaking. The course teaches specific strategies for each section of the test. 1 - 30 teaching weeks and up to 8 weeks holiday. Start any Monday 20 hours of instruction plus 5 hours of guided learning per week. Enrolment fee not included in course fee. Suitable for Student visa holders. * For ages 16 and above	01 - 10 weeks	$330/wk
	11 - 20 weeks	$320/wk
	21 - 30 weeks	$310/wk
Refundable Book Deposit		$100

English for Customer Service	Time	2012	2013
For students who want to learn English necessary for the hospitality industry. Includes work experience to develop the skills needed to work in a bar or restaurant. Coffee making and bar training included. Includes RSA Certificate. 20 hours of instruction plus 5 hour of guided learning per week. Enrolment fee not included in course fee. *Not suitable for Student Visa holders as their principal course. * For ages 16 and above » Please contact us for course start dates.	4 wks	$1830	$1870

 

 

 

English for Young Learners	Time	2013
15 hours of instruction per week plus activities. Afterschool care available (3-5pm) - required for students in homestay. $20/day Enrolment fee not included in course fee. *Not suitable for Student Visa holders as their principal course. * For ages 12 - 15 July 8th - August 16th (subject to change) » Please contact us for a sample timetable.	1 - 6 weeks	$440/wk

Private Tuition		2013
Private Tuition available. Please contact us for details. Hours of instruction are flexible. Enrolment fee not included in course fee. *Not suitable for Student Visa holders as their principal course. * For ages 16 and above Start any Monday		$95/hr

Special Programs			2013
Subject to client needs: Study Tour Programs, Private Individual Tuition, English for Specific Purposes.

Test Your English

Do our Online English Test and check your English language skills. We will get back to you with your test results and recommendations. Good Luck!
 

Study Tours - Combine Learning with Adventure

At Cairns College of English you can combine learning English with adventure. We offer part-time English courses plus PADI Open Water diving courses or sightseeing excursions to the Great Barrier Reef, World Heritage Rainforest, Australian Outback and more. See Study Tours for details.