QUT College

English Language

Programs Information Guide 2022

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Why choose QUT? QUT is ranked #1 in Australia and #14 in the world for universities under 50 years. When your students study with QUT, they are studying at a university which is ranked number 1 in Australia (2020 Times Higher Education Young University rankings) and is rated 5/5 stars for overall education experience (2020 Good Universities Guide). The world-class education at QUT will prepare them for the ever-changing world of work and for their future.

Kelvin Grove campus

Garden Points campus

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Why choose QUT College? QUT College offers a range of premium English language and academic pathway programs. Our online students can enjoy the same contact hours, curriculum, assessment and support as our onshore programs in the safety and comfort of their own homes/learning institutions.

PREMIUM ACCESS Unlike many private providers, QUT College is operated by the university, with access to all the same virtual education platforms.

QUT College employs a range of current online learning management systems, teaching tools and platforms. Excellent utilisation of these educational platforms ensure that lessons remain student-centred and interactive, and the quality of teaching and learning is of the highest standard. Access to online tools and platforms is included in program fees and students are given appropriate training and guidance so they can successfully navigate these systems and use them to their fullest potential.

PREMIUM SUPPORT Our friendly and experienced staff ensures students will never walk alone

Student support and wellbeing is a priority for, and one of the strengths of, QUT College. Our dedicated teaching and administrative staff are highly qualified, with extensive experience in teaching and supporting international students. Many of our staff speak a second language (or two!), which means that we are very well-positioned to understand and appropriately address the needs of our leaners. Moreover, we have a full-time Student Activities and Engagement Officer who creates and manages social activities outside class time for both our online and onsite learners. At QUT College, we understand that successful language acquisition requires an optimal learning environment and that support and wellbeing play a critical role in this. Therefore, we make supporting students a priority.

PREMIUM QUALITY Premium education delivered online

All QUT College English language programs are developed and delivered by educators with postgraduate qualifications and a minimum of 15-years’ teaching experience. Current, evidence-based teaching methodologies are used to cater for different educational backgrounds and cultural perspectives. Curriculum and assessment development undergo rigorous planning and development processes to ensure they meet (and surpass) expected industry standards. Moreover, our teaching team have been trained to be highly proficient in using online technologies for teaching English. CRICOS No. 00213J © QUT October 2021 3

PREMIUM RESULTS Our professional teaching team delivers highly rated programs

Recent survey results indicate a very high level of satisfaction, with over 90% of students being satisfied with our online English program. Our learners reported being appreciative of the professionalism, enthusiasm and friendliness of our teaching team. Students also highlighted the interactive teaching methods and resources as particularly beneficial to their learning journey.

PREMIUM PATHWAYS QUT College offers academic pathway programs that lead directly to a QUT degree.

Students attending the College are very well prepared for further academic studies. In fact, 1500+* students and over 90% of English for Academic Purposes and Diploma students progress to a degree each year.

Our EAP programs are designed to improve your English and provide a direct entry pathway into QUT undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs, as well as Foundation and Diploma programs. *Excluding 2020 and subsequent academic years impacted by COVID 19.

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General English (GE) Program

Our General English program aims to improve your competency, fluency and confidence in English language usage across all four macro-skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. These skills are integrated grammar and vocabulary study. Our GE program is structured to support you to become and independent learner and to develop study skills and strategies to support progression and mastery.

Why study General English?

• Range of levels to suit all learners, from Elementary (CEFR A2) to Advanced (CEFR C1)*

• Study with learners from all over the world e.g. China, South America, the Middle East, South-East Asia, North Asia and Europe).

• Lessons are student-centred and interactive.

• Teachers can incorporate activities and discussions based on your interests and learning goals.

• Personalised feedback, including a Progress Report after every 5 weeks of study.

* For more information about the CEFR and a full description of learning outcomes for each level, please visit: CEFR LevelDescriptors

Sample GE Timetable

At QUT College, our teachers use a range of digital learning

platforms to deliver unique and exciting online classes. These

platforms allow our teachers to provide instant digital feedback in

real-time on skills like writing and learning. Students can also

collaborate on work together in smaller groups and discuss the

learning material.

Watch to learn about Rebecca’s online classroom

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English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programs are designed to improve your English and provide a direct entry pathway into QUT degree programs, as well as Foundation and Diploma programs.

Why study EAP?

• Advance your academic writing skills to produce quality essays and reports

• Build your confidence speaking in tutorial and workshop settings and giving academicpresentations

• Develop practical skills such as note-taking strategies and referencing

• Learn how to conduct academic research

• Be well prepared to achieve academic success in your further studies at QUT.

EAP 1 EAP 2 EAP 3

Extended Standard Extended Standard Extended Standard

Duration 15 weeks 10 weeks 15 weeks 10 weeks 15 weeks 10 weeks

Available scholarships

EAP Bursary: cover tuition fees covered for up to 15 weeks EAP.

English Language Concession: a reduction of 25% from the tuition fee of EAP.

Intakes Feb, Jun,

Oct Mar, Jul,

Nov Feb, Jun,

Oct Mar, Jul,

Nov Feb, Oct Mar, Nov

IELTS

Overall 5.0 5.5 5.5 6.0 6.5 6.5

RW 5.0 5.0 5.5 5.5 6.0 6.5

SL Any 4.5 Any 5.0 Any 6.0

Pathway into

65% or higher

- EAP 2 Standard- Intensive Program

- EAP 3 Standard- IELTS Advanced- Bachelor/Master/PhDIELTS 6.5 (sub-scores 6.0)

Bachelor/Master/PhD IELTS 7.0 (sub-scores 6.5)

50-64%

- EAP 2 Extended- Diplomas (exclude HealthScience in Nursing)- Foundation

- EAP 3 Extended- UCTP (UG and PG)- Diplomas- Diploma in Health Science(Nursing)

EAP 3 Standard

0-49% EAP 1 Standard EAP 2 Standard EAP 3 Standard

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QUT Clubs and Societies

QUT College students can join a range of QUT clubs and groups. Through clubs and societies,

students can join in social activities and meet new like-minded friends with a lively and diverse social

calendar of events each year. Some examples include:

• Electrical Engineering Student Society: gives electrical engineering students opportunities

to put their education into practice and make industry links.

• Women in Technology: meet like-minded women studying in technology, and network

through social events, professional development opportunities and industry nights with high-

profile companies

• The Dub: for students interested in interactive and visual design, architecture, interior design,

landscape architecture, and fashion.

• QUT Music Society: bands and groups play during lunchtimes at O-Week and at regular

events throughout the year

• QUT Cliffhangers: one of the most active rock-climbing clubs in Queensland

• Enactus: brings together student, academic and business leaders through entrepreneurial

projects that create sustainable changes in the community.

More information on QUT Clubs and Societies visit the website: qutguild.com/clubs/

More information on student support visit: www.qut.edu.au/study/international/support

Contact Us

QUT College

P Block, QUT Kelvin Grove campus

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www.qut.edu.au/qutcollege

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Phone: +61 7 3138 833

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Information in this booklet is correct at time of printing and is subject to change. For most up-to-date information, see qut.edu.au/qutcollege.

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