
English for Academic Purposes – The Course
English for Academic Purposes is specifically designed to prepare
international students for their continuing tertiary education, at
Certificate, Diploma, Foundation Studies, Undergraduate and Postgraduate
levels. Through its preparatory General English programs and the more
advanced English for Academic Purposes, MLC combines excellence in
language teaching with a thorough preparation in the specific skills
needed for successful tertiary studies. It is also a pathway into
University.
EAP provides three modules of study. Students may study each module
exclusively, or move between the modules according to their needs.
University Preparation
These programs provide students with the high level skills needed
to succeed at University.
Classes are provided in: essay writing, question analysis, detailed
listening, argument, giving presentations and much more.
Students can go directly from English for Academic Purposes into University
without needing to sit an IELTS exam. English
for Academic Purposes Sample Timetable:
Intensive IELTS Module:
This module is for students who need to improve their IELTS score
quickly. It includes a whole day dedicated to IELTS practice tests
and review, so students know exactly what is required of them
in the exam.
The
IELTS program also teaches students how to structure arguments
and write essays in an exam environment. Students will also undertake
classes that provide them with the high level skills needed to
succeed at University.
Sample
Timetable:
Academic Module:
This module is designed to improve students’ ability to
succeed in an academic environment. Presentation skills, essay
writing, and comprehensive listening tasks all give MLC students
the best advantage when they go on to study at an Australian University.
This module within the EAP Program is for students who wish to
concentrate on the skills they will need when they enter University.
The module includes advanced grammar and language skills, but
also covers areas such as: Academic Conventions in Footnoting
and Referencing, The Art of Persuasion, and Long Essay Writing.
There is also an emphasis on teaching students how to create and
give great presentations.
Sample Timetable:
Business English Module:
This module contains negotiation and argument skills, presentation
and analysis skills that give MLC students a great advantage when
conducting business in English, and when studying for Business
and Commerce related subjects at University.
Cambridge Exam Preparation:
MLC has intensive twelve-week Cambridge Exam preparation courses.
Our teachers are experienced in delivering this program specifically
and students may also take electives in other EAP areas should
they choose to do so.
TOEIC Preparation
MLC is a registered TOEIC Testing Centre and conducts TOEIC exams
for our students. Special Electives are provided in every area
for students who wish to take this exam. For further information
please click here.
Pathway
to your future
MLC has many established pathways into the tertiary education sector,
including Universities, TAFEs and Private Institutes. EAP graduates
are able to meet the English language entry requirements for Certificate,
Diploma, Foundation, Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses –
in many cases without further need for language proficiency testing.
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