English Language Courses & Fees

Here are some of the regular programs that we offer.

In addition to our regular English Language courses, GEOS 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.

 

2008 English Courses

Service Fees * 2008 2009
Enrolment Fee $200 $200
Superlink $310/wk $320/wk

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

General English Full-time Time 2008 2009

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 $310/wk $320/wk
11-20 wks $305/wk $310/wk
21-30wks  $300/wk $305/wk
30+ wks    $295/wk $300/wk
Refundable Book Deposit     $50

General English Part-time   2008 2009

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.

   $265/wk $280/wk
Refundable Book Deposit     $50

Cambridge Exam Preparation Time 2008 2009

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 $3,600 $3,720
     
     
Cambridge Examination Fee   $360 $370
Material Fee PET & FCE     $70
PET Refundable Book Deposit     $70
FCE Refundable Book Deposit     $100

IELTS Exam Preparation Time 2008 2009

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.

1-10 wks $310/wk $320/wk
11-20 wks $305/wk $310/wk
21-30wks  $300/wk $305/wk
30+ wks    $295/wk $300/wk
Refundable Book Deposit     $50

English for Teaching Children Time 2008 2009

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 $1,050 $960

English for Young Learners   2008 2009

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

Enrolment fee not included in course fee.

Non-registered course.

» Please contact us for a sample timetable.

   $350/wk $420/wk

Private Tuition   2008 2009

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   2008 2009
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 GEOS 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.