INTENSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDIES
Full time courses, 4 - 48 weeks.
Beginners to advanced, with various levels. Main core-curriculum subjects (Maths, Science, Computing, Humanities) are fully integrated with English Language studies.
Fully equipped computer laboratory.
Specialist subject teachers.

EXTENSION AND CONSOLIDATION
Students work at a level appropriate to their abilities in all subject areas and are encouraged to extend their learning beyond the confines of the classroom.

YEAR 11 & 12 (VCE) PREPARATION
Specific senior high school preparation for all upper intermediate and advanced levels. Research and Study Skills are a key feature. Specialist tuition can be arranged.

HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT
MLC has established pathways with many prestigious high schools in Melbourne. MLC can place a student in a high school of choice given the requisite academic standard is acquired. MLC and the Heads of Schools meet on a regular basis to ensure a smooth transition from MLC to the high school. Student progress is also reported on a regular basis.

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The programme aims to prepare students for full integration into a Victorian secondary school. Thus, there are many aspects of the programme apart from the teaching of English:

• All students are expected to wear a simple uniform, as uniform is compulsory in almost every school in Victoria.
• Student behaviour is carefully monitored and the rules are enforced. Students who consistently break the rules will be carefully counselled and
disciplined if necessary. Any serious breach of the rules will be reported to the parent through the student’s agent.
• All students will take part in a sports programme twice a week. Playing sport is compulsory in most schools in Victoria.
• Students attend regular excursions as part of their studies.
• Students are taught research and study skills, which are so necessary in the Victorian school classroom.
• All students must adhere to established homework policies to meet high school practices.
• Students learn to prepare for exams and the Victorian Certificate of Education.
• The English language is taught with special attention to other important subjects in the school curriculum such as mathematics, the sciences and
information technology. Specialist teachers in these subjects are available each week.

On arrival at Melbourne Language Centre, the student is given a placement test, which is used to place the student in the correct class. Every four weeks each student is assessed and will be promoted to the next class when appropriate. At the end of eight weeks a comprehensive report is prepared and distributed to each student, the agent and pathway school. It is hoped that a student would achieve at least a ‘3+’ mark in each of ‘Speaking’, ‘Listening’, ‘Reading’ and ‘Writing’ in readiness for secondary school.

An important area of service offered by the Centre is the assistance that we can give to the parent who is looking for a school for their student to attend. We have agreements with an extensive range of both Independent and Government schools in Melbourne and can assist parents in applying for entry to these schools. The Principal and Staff are always happy to assist parents in this manner. We can arrange for, and accompany students to visit schools when making their choice. The Principal has regular and on-going communication with our pathway schools and can help to make the transition of the student smooth and stress-free.