ELICOS
Course Information
Studying at Barkly International College herein (BIC) is your first step towards achieving English language proficiency. Our English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) are designed to enhance your English skills and communication abilities, guiding you on your path to success in Australia and to help you reach your English language proficiency goals.
What is pathway to ELICOS?
ELICOS courses can help you improve you English skills and prepare you for future study for a VET course or for higher education.
Employment Opportunities: The confidence you gain in communicating in English will improve your employment opportunities both in Australia and globally.
Why Study with BIC?
- Expert Teachers: Learn from fully qualified and experienced teachers in a multicultural environment.
- Small class sizes: Research shows that students in smaller classes often achieve higher academic outcomes due to the focused attention and support they receive.
- Convenient location – close to train station and public transport
- Cultural Experience: Make new friends and explore Australia.
- Weekly intakes: Every Monday
- Flexible Timetables: Morning, Afternoon, Evening schedules available. You will be advised of your timetable once your English Level is confirmed.
- Practice your speaking: Weekly speaking and coffee shop excursions
Our Courses Aim to:
- Enhance your communicative English by developing a strong foundation in grammar and vocabulary.
- Foster critical thinking and independent learning skills, essential for academic success.
- Improve your presentation, group work, and spoken conversation skills.
- Boost your listening, reading, and writing abilities.
At BIC ensure that you are correctly matched to the appropriate English proficiency level for you to acquire all the necessary skills for a smooth transition into certificate and diploma courses at BIC or other colleges if you wish.
All ELICOS applicants are required to complete an English Placement Test. Don’t be nervous or scared about the test! It is simply a tool to help us understand and properly asses your current level of English Proficiency. The results of this English placement test will help us determine the correct English level and class for you, ensuring you receive the support and best instruction needed to achieve your English language goals.
Test Components:
Listening Comprehension:
Listen to a series of audio clips and answer questions to demonstrate your understanding of spoken English. These clips will include conversations, announcements, and short lectures.
Reading Comprehension:
Read various passages and respond to questions that test your understanding of the content, vocabulary, and overall meaning. Passages will cover a range of topics and difficulty levels.
Grammar and Vocabulary:
Complete multiple-choice questions and fill-in-the-blank exercises to assess your knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary. This section will test your understanding of sentence structure, verb tenses, prepositions, and common expressions.
Writing:
Write a short essay or response to a prompt, demonstrating your ability to organize your thoughts, use appropriate vocabulary, and construct coherent sentences. Topics may include personal experiences, opinions, or descriptions.
Speaking:
Participate in a short interview or conversation with an instructor to evaluate your spoken English skills, including pronunciation, fluency, and ability to express ideas clearly. You may be asked to discuss your background, interests, or opinions on various topics.
In accordance with the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018, Standard 8, International students who have, or would ordinarily require, a student visa and who are enrolled in any ELICOS Course, must maintain Satisfactory Attendance.
Satisfactory attendance is defined as attending 80% or more of the total scheduled contact hours while enrolled in an ELICOS Course.
Attendance and active participation in classroom activities is critical to the learning and success of students. For ELICOS students, BIC will monitor student attendance and participation during each study period for reasons of support, such as to identify those who may be at risk of not meeting course progression resulting from low attendance. This enables BIC to assist students with strategies to achieve satisfactory course progress and attendance requirements.
ELICOS students who do not maintain satisfactory attendance are at risk of been reported to the Department of Home Affairs, in compliance with the National Code and the ESOS Framework.
For further information please refer to www.barklycollege.vic.edu.au ELICOS Attendance Monitoring Policy and Procedure.
ELICOS Students Course Progress Requirements
ELICOS student’s must maintain satisfactory course progress in accordance with Standard 8 of the National Code and Standard P4 of the ELICOS Standards 2018.
Satisfactory course progress is defined as where a student:
Has received an outcome of 60% or over for all required Competency tests throughout the week study term of that level of study.
Unsatisfactory course progress is defined as where a student:
has not passed their assigned level of the General English course after two (2) consecutive study periods.
BIC is required to monitor, record and assess overall course progress throughout the duration of the General English course for which each student is enrolled to help them achieve satisfactory course progress. BIC will intervene if a student is at risk of failing to achieve satisfactory course progress and offer support to assist them in returning to satisfactory course progress. Students who do not achieving satisfactory course progress after intervention without a evidenced based reason will be reported to the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) via PRISMS,
For further information please refer to www.barklycollege.vic.edu.au ELICOS Course Progress Monitoring Policy and Procedure.
At Barkly International College, we are committed to providing comprehensive support to our ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students) students to ensure their academic success and overall well-being. Our support policy includes the following:
1. Orientation Program:
- All new ELICOS students participate in an orientation program that covers important information about the college, its facilities, available services, and living in Australia.
2. Academic Support:
- Access to online learning materials and resources to practice English outside of class.
- Regular academic and language development workshops to enhance learning skills.
- Individual learning plans tailored with the assistance of English teachers to address specific learning needs.
- Peer mentors and learning advisors available in the Learning Hub for additional support.
3. Personal Support:
- Confidential counseling services to assist with personal, academic, or social issues.
- Assistance with accommodation, health services, and other practical aspects of living in Australia.
- Support for students with disabilities or special needs to ensure equal access to education.
4. Social and Cultural Integration:
- Opportunities to engage in clubs, social events, and cultural activities such as the Gaming Club, Lunar New Year celebrations, Harmony Day, and excursions.
- Encouragement to participate in an English-only environment to enhance language proficiency through daily interactions.
5. Feedback and Continuous Improvement:
- Regular feedback sessions to understand student needs and improve the quality of support services.
- Open channels for students to voice concerns or suggestions regarding their educational experience.
6. Emergency and Health Services:
- Information and assistance regarding access to emergency services and health care.
- Guidance on maintaining health and well-being during the stay in Australia.
| Course name: | General English Elementary |
| Course description:
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The aim of this course is to help students learn important English phrases, greetings. spelling and fundamental grammatical concepts. This course familiarizes students with expressing needs and wants in English, to give simple requests and to use questions in order to acquire new information especially in everyday use. It is designed to assist students with listening comprehension and speaking through skills and strategies including vocabulary appropriate conversations.
• Speaking (Including vocabulary appropriate conversations) • Pronunciation • Vocabulary Development • Listening Skills • Grammar Structure |
| Entry requirements: | All students must be of 18 years of age or over at the time of applying for admission at Barkly International College. |
| Start dates: | Every Monday |
| English entry requirements:
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Subject to Placement Test Results |
| CRICOS Course Code: | 098004G |
| Modes of study: | Face-to-face in class |
| Assessment methods:
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Assessment will vary every week and may include reading or writing or listening or speaking tests, oral presentations, role plays, writing summaries, writing dialogues etc. |
| Holidays breaks: | 1 week |
| Total course duration: | 15 weeks |
| Weekly course fee: | $170 |
| Text Book Material Fee: | $89 |
| Enrolment fee: | $250 |
| Timetable: | Morning, Afternoon, Evening schedules available. You will be advised of your timetable once your English Level is confirmed |
| Course award: | All students will receive a certificate upon successful completion of their course |
| Outcome Objectives: |
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| Course name: | General English Pre-Intermediate |
| Course description:
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The Pre-intermediate course is designed to build upon the skills and knowledge demonstrated by learners with an Elementary-level command of the English language. the content and outcomes are oriented towards providing learners with the foundation that will be required to succeed at higher levels
• Speaking Skills • Functional Language • Interactive Skills • Analysing AudioNisual Material • Listening and Reading Material |
| Entry requirements: | All students must be of 18 years of age or over at the time of applying for admission at Barkly International College. |
| Start dates: | Every Monday |
| English entry requirements:
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Subject to Placement Test Results |
| CRICOS Course Code: | 09800SG |
| Modes of study: | Face-to-face at Level 1, 377 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. |
| Assessment methods:
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Assessment will vary every week and may include reading or writing or listening or speaking tests, oral presentations, role plays, writing summaries, writing dialogues etc. |
| Holidays breaks: | 1 week |
| Total course duration: | 15 weeks |
| Weekly course fee: | $170 |
| Text Book Material Fee: | $89 |
| Enrolment fee: | $250 |
| Timetable: | Morning, Afternoon, Evening schedules available. You will be advised of your timetable once your English Level is confirmed |
| Course award: | All students will receive a certificate upon successful completion of their course |
| Outcome Objectives: |
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| Course name: | General English Intermediate |
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The Intermediate course takes knowledge and skills that can be demonstrated by learners at a Pre-intermediate level. and introduces more advanced concepts to build on this foundation. Upon completion of this course, learners will have developed skills and knowledge on the fundamental skills in English: Listening, speaking, reading, writing and pronunciation
• Communication Skills • Using phrases and collocations • Active learning and researching skills • Utilising grammar and vocabulary • Integration of reading and writing |
| Entry requirements: | All students must be of 18 years of age or over at the time of applying for admission at Barkly International College. |
| Start dates: | Every Monday |
| English entry requirements:
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Subject to Placement Test Results |
| CRICOS Course Code: | 098006F |
| Modes of study: | Face-to-face at Level 1, 377 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne |
| Assessment methods:
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Assessment will vary every week and may include reading or writing or listening or speaking tests, oral presentations, role plays, writing summaries, writing dialogues etc. |
| Holidays breaks: | 0 week |
| Total course duration: | 14 weeks |
| Weekly course fee: | $170 |
| Text Book Material Fee: | $89 |
| Enrolment fee: | $250 |
| Timetable: | Morning, Afternoon, Evening schedules available. You will be advised of your timetable once your English Level is confirmed |
| Course award: | All students will receive a certificate upon successful completion of their course |
| Outcome Objectives: |
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| Course name: | General English Upper Intermediate |
| Course description:
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The Upper Intermediate course will help learners to build upon knowledge and experiences gathered previously, this course will develop on the key areas such as writing styles, reading comprehension, listeningfor meaning and speaking coherently, this course will also prepare you for moving onto other courses withinthe collepe and into further study. It embraces the digital age through new texts, enhanced features and design with rich andvaried video content regarding culture.
• Understanding of global issues • Internet Research • Interactive Exercises • Activities that reflect the reality of the 21st century • In depth grammar revision tasks and theory • Extending an established vocabulary |
| Entry requirements: | All students must be of 18 years of age or over at the time of applying for admission at Barkly International College. |
| Start dates: | Every Monday |
| English entry requirements:
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Subject to Placement Test Results |
| CRICOS Course Code: | 098011J |
| Modes of study: | Face-to-face at Level 1, 377 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. |
| Assessment methods:
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Assessment will vary every week and may include reading or writing or listening or speaking tests, oral presentations, role plays, writing summaries, writing dialogues etc. |
| Holidays breaks: | 0 week |
| Total course duration: | 10 weeks |
| Weekly course fee: | $170 |
| Text Book Material Fee: | $89 |
| Enrolment fee: | $250 |
| Timetable: | Morning, Afternoon, Evening schedules available. You will be advised of your timetable once your English Level is confirmed |
| Course award: | All students will receive a certificate upon successful completion of their course |
| Outcome Objectives: |
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| Course name: | IELTS |
| Course description:
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The International testing System (IELTS) is an international standardised test of English Language proficiency for non-native English Language speakers.
Participants will practice different language task-types througha variety of activities, lectures, role-play and assignments. Interactive practice activities are provided for extra practice on those skills and strategies on topics common for the IELTS such asthe environment, the arts, media, science and technology, health,enerpy, education, transport and urbanisation. |
| Entry requirements: | All students must be of 18 years of age or over at the time of applying for admission at Barkly International College. |
| Start dates: | Every Monday |
| English entry requirements:
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Subject to Placement Test Results |
| CRICOS Course Code: | 098009C |
| Modes of study: | Face-to-face at Level 1, 377 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. |
| Assessment methods:
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Assessment will vary every week and may include reading or writing or listening or speaking tests, oral presentations, role plays, writing summaries, writing dialogues etc. |
| Holidays breaks: | 6 weeks |
| Total course duration: | 16 weeks |
| Weekly course fee: | $170 |
| Text Book Material Fee: | $89 |
| Enrolment fee: | $250 |
| Timetable: | Morning, Afternoon, Evening schedules available. You will be advised of your timetable once your English Level is confirmed |
| Course award: | All students will receive a certificate upon successful completion of their course |
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