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ELICOS
General English
CRICOS Code 093103A
Our General English courses are designed to help you communicate confidently in everyday situations. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our interactive and engaging lessons focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. With small class sizes and experienced teachers, you’ll build fluency, expand your vocabulary, and gain the confidence to use English in both social and professional settings.
ENTRY
AGE 18+
English Placement Test and Oral Interview
1 week before course commences
NEXT INTAKE
Every Monday
DURATION
12 weeks per level
Beginner to Advanced
COURSE FEE
$220 AUD per week
+ $200 AUD
Application Fee
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
Whether you’re taking your first steps in English or looking to advance your language skills, AAC Language Centre offers courses tailored to your level. Our supportive and highly qualified teachers ensure you gain practical language skills for everyday life—not just the classroom.
At AAC, learning goes beyond textbooks. Our interactive lessons, themed activities, and real-world experiences—including excursions, social events, and movie nights—make language learning engaging, immersive, and enjoyable.
Our courses focus on all four key skills: speaking, reading, writing, and listening, while strengthening grammar and comprehension. A General English course provides a strong foundation, allowing students to progress to IELTS Preparation or business-focused courses.
No matter where you start, we are committed to helping you reach your full potential and achieve your language goals.
Thi Thu Giang DINH
My experience studying General English at the Australian Academy of Commerce was very interesting. This curriculum has provided solid foundations of language like reading and writing listening and writing skills. During my study, I was taught and supported by the teacher. In addition, the course always facilitates me to explore new places in Sydney like the Museum, Coockatoo Iceland. Currently, the use of English is increasingly popular. I want to introduce this course to anyone who wants to improve their English for personal and work purposes.
WHY CHOOSE AAC LANGUAGE CENTRE?
Fluency & Accuracy – Develop confidence in both spoken and written English through practical, real-world learning.
Courses for All Levels – With six levels from beginner to advanced, we ensure every student finds the right fit.
IELTS Pathway – Build a strong foundation in English and progress seamlessly to IELTS Preparation courses.
Small Class Sizes – Benefit from intensive interaction with teachers in classes of no more than 18 students.
Interactive & Thematic Lessons – Engaging, dynamic lessons designed to help students reach their full potential.
Expert Teachers – Learn from highly qualified and experienced educators who provide personalised support.
Modern Learning Environment – Our classrooms are equipped with up-to-date technology to enhance engagement and motivation.
COURSE FEES
ELICOS students must pay an upfront fee of $1,300 AUD, which includes $1,100 AUD for approximately 5 weeks of tuition and a $200 AUD application fee. The remaining tuition fees are divided into two installments to be paid during the course of study.
LEVELS
BEGINNER
By starting with the basic communication skills, a focus is placed on simple grammar and vocabulary building. Our aim is to motivate students to speak and practice English.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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Learn how to deal with basic social situations
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Able to communicate at work, shop easily, or speak on the telephone
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Read essential information from simple words and short sentences
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Write short sentences using simple stock phrases.
ELEMENTARY
Learning through books is one effective way of acquiring a language. However, here at AAC we also place a great emphasis
on practical tasks and activities. Many of our lessons are interactive and thematic, and we believe this enables students to develop their skills further to reach their full potential.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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Learn to put two or three sentences together
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Take part in conversations
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Build vocabulary and grammar
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Read longer texts
PRE-INTERMEDIATE
Taking part in conversations is one of the best ways of learning a new language, whether it is at work, shopping, at cafes and restaurants, or at school. By sharing their own life stories, students can learn more about the world, and take part in more meaningful conversations. In this level, students become aware of, and use frequently used English and especially Australian expressions.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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Learn to communicate with fair fluency and accuracy
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Express personal attitude and participate in discussions of different topics
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Able to read and understand different types of paragraphs.
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Write short letters or paragraphs
INTERMEDIATE
By this level, most of the necessary grammar has been learnt, although a more detailed approach is taken. The skills achieved enable a concentration on the development of reading and formal writing skills, such as reading and writing short essays and reports, and in the giving of entertaining, yet educational presentations. Business documents are also studied to help those planning to enter one of our business or marketing courses.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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Give descriptions and opinions on familiar topics
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Read short simplified novels or newspaper articles
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Write short essays to describe familiar things and events, or write simple reports to convey opinions
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Develop research skills
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Give presentations
UPPER INTERMEDIATE
The Upper-Intermediate course aims to further develop the skills of
reading, writing, listening and speaking and to consolidate language structures and lexis at an advanced level to facilitate students’ further study in a university or vocational course with the skills and knowledge needed to meet the challenging English requirements of tertiary education. The course also incorporates an independent learning project that fosters students’ autonomous learning and critical thinking.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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Understand almost everything in conversations on complex topics
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Can speak on any topic and can substantiate opinions and discuss other people’s viewpoints
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Understand almost everything in media
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Read short novels and newspapers without difficulties
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Write abstractly, discuss opinions or viewpoints
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Develop research skills
ADVANCED
Once the Advanced level has been reached, our students have gained a confidence in all language skills. Not only do they participate in conversations, but they generate them. The reading of literature is promoted, as is the studying of newspaper articles. Unknown words are not a problem, as students have learnt many methods to find meaning contextually.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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Communicate with fluency and accuracy
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Understand complicated texts
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Speak effectively in complex, discussions in social/ academic/ work situations
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Read and write informally, formally, and idiomatically
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Hold extended conversations comfortably
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Develop research skills
TRACK YOUR PROGRESS & ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
At AAC Language Centre, we ensure that students stay on track with regular assessments and progress checks throughout each level. Our comprehensive evaluation methods help you build confidence and continuously improve your English skills.
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Progress Tests – Assessments based on course materials to measure your development.
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Class Participation – Interactive learning through pair work, group discussions, and special projects.
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Homework & Assignments – Research-based tasks and spoken presentations to enhance your skills beyond the classroom.
With structured feedback and ongoing support from our experienced teachers, you’ll reach clear milestones to keep you motivated and moving forward in your language journey!
TIMETABLE
We teach English communication in an easy, fun, social way. We aim to give students the confidence they need to speak English well and improve their understanding of the expressions used in Australia.
LESSON 1
9:00 AM - 10:45 AM
BREAK 1
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
LESSON 2
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
BREAK 2
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
LESSON 3
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
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