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.

 

2010 English Courses

Service Fees * 2009/2010
Enrolment Fee $200
Superlink $320/wk

* Important: Please see the » Student Services page for compulsory overseas student health cover.

General English Full-time Time 2009/2010

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.

25 hours of English language instruction per week.

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

Registered course.

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1-10 wks $320/wk
11-20 wks $310/wk
21-30wks  $305/wk
30+ wks    $300/wk
Refundable Book Deposit   $100

General English Part-time   2009/2010

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.

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

Non-registered course.

  $280/wk
Refundable Book Deposit   $100

Cambridge Exam Preparation Time 2009/2010

For students who want intensive practice in grammar and skills for the PET and FCE. Class sizes are a maximum of 12 students.

Registered course.

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

12 wks $3,720
   
   
Cambridge Examination Fee: PET   $270
Cambridge Examination Fee: FCE   $390
Material Fee PET & FCE   $75
PET Refundable Book Deposit   $100
FCE Refundable Book Deposit   $100

IELTS Exam Preparation Time 2009/2010

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.

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

Registered course.

Minimum 5 week enrolment.

5-10 wks $320/wk
(from $1,600)
   
   
   
Refundable Book Deposit   $100

Business English Time 2009/2010

For students who want to improve their English through Business related subjects. Develop negotiating and presentation skills. Learn up to 2000 business words in 10 weeks!

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

Registered course.

Minimum 5 week enrolment.

» Please contact us for course start dates.

5-10 wks
$320/wk
(from $1,600)
Refundable Book Deposit  
$100

English for Customer Service Time 2009/2010

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.

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

Registered 4-week course.

» Please contact us for course start dates.

4 wks $1775

Let's Speak English Time 2009/2010

For students who want to focus on speaking and listening only. Develop speaking and listening skills at a fast pace and gain confidence using English in public. Practice pronunciation and fluency.

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

» Please contact us for course start dates.

4 wks $1280

Certificate IV in TESOL Time 2009/2010

For non-native English speakers who want to teach English overseas. Develop skills and useful techniques necessary to teach adults and children.

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

» Please contact us for course start dates.

8 wks $3200
Material Fee   $195

English for Teaching Children Time 2009/2010

For students interested in teaching or working with children. It involves observation and actual teaching of lessons. This course also contains a TOEIC exam preparation component.

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

Registered course.

» Please contact us for a sample timetable.

3 wks $960

English for Young Learners and Teenagers   2009/2010

A fun holiday program for younger students aged 8-12 years and 13-16 years with 15 hours of classroom instruction and 10 hours of English-based excursions and activities.

Afterschool care available (3-5pm) – required for students in homestay. $20/day

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

Non-registered course.

» Please contact us for a sample timetable.

 
$430/wk

Private Tuition   2009 2010

Private Tuition available. Please contact us for details.

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

Non-registered course.

  $1,350/wk $1,350/wk
    $90/hr

Special Programs   2009 2010
Subject to client needs: Study Tour Programs, Private Individual Tuition, English for Specific Purposes.      

Test Your English

Study ToursDo 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.