Hours per week
Realworld General English: Conversation-Centred
Course Name
Monday - Friday 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
(25 hours per week)
Intake Dates
Every Monday
Course prerequisites
Students must be 18yrs of age
This course is perfect for students who want to improve their English communication skills quickly and effectively
Pricing
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Our Recommendation
CRICOS code: 076663K
Our unique "Conversation Centred focuses on practical English language skills for the modern world
All the features of our famous conversation course plus practical skills for reading,writing and extra grammar support.
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Develop confidence and fluency
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Extra grammar support
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Practical reading and writing skills
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Our teachers are all "conversational specialists" and will introduce you to a more natural sounding English.
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Express your true self in English
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Students studying La Lingua's Conversation Centred Course follow La Lingua's own curriculum and use La Lingua's original and unique method, Functional, Natural, Communication (FUNC)
COURSE DETAILS
REALWORD GENERAL ENGLISH FOUR SKILLS
CRICOS code: 076664J
Our General English 4 Skills course is useful for students who want to improve in all their English skills: reading,writing,listening and speaking. It provides a strong,carefully graded foundation in grammar and vocabulary. It also includes two lessons per week focusing on practical speaking and conversation skills in La Lingua's unique style
The Course features:
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Well-structured,complete course of grammar and vocabulary with clear level progression
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Interesting textbooks with exciting extra activities
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Fun topics for real life
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Includes extra lessons on pronunciation, practical speaking, discussions, projects and presentations
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Weekly revision activities
Assessment
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Consolidation Tests every 3- 5 weeks
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Ongoing assessment of classwork
Hours per week
Realworld General English Four Skills
Course Name
Monday - Friday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
(20 hours per week)
Intake Dates
Every Monday
Course length
1 - 66 weeks
Course prerequisites
Students must be over 18 years old
Our recommendation
This course is for you if you want to improve in all four major English skills; Listening. Speaking, Reading and Writing
Pricing
Contact La Lingua as we often run special promotions
Hours per week
IELTS preparation
Course Name
Monday - Friday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
(20 hours per week)
Intake Dates
Every Monday
Course length
1 - 66 weeks
Course prerequisites
Students must be over 18 years old
Our recommendation
This course is for you if you want to improve in all four major English skills; Listening. Speaking, Reading and Writing
Pricing
Contact La Lingua as we often run special promotions
IELTS PREPARATION
CRICOS code: 070546G
IELTS ( International English Language Testing System) is the standard language test used for entry into Universities in Australia, Britain and various Universities in the United States. It is also the standard test used for entry into TAFE, other Vocational Colleges and when seeking permanent residency visas in Australia.
La Lingua's IELTS preparation course is designed to develop students' skills in all four areas of the exam listening, reading, writing and speaking while preparing students with the necessary strategies for the IELTS test ( General Training and Academic Training Modules).
La Lingua's IELTS program will develop your
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Academic writing skills
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Speaking fluency and Accuracy
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Knowledge of grammar
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Vocabulary based around test themes
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Practical test taking strategies for organisation and time management
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Test - focused listening skills
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Complete test taking skills through regular weekly test practice
Please click here for the IELTS Preparation sample timetable
Assessment
Ongoing assessment of in-class and homework assignments
Weekly Practice Test
IELTS practice tests are held every Friday. These are authentic tests taken under real test conditions so students become familiar with the IELTS testing centre environment.
Weekly test results and feedback allow students to track their progress and realise their weaknesses which need more work, allowing them to maximise their final score in the IELTS exam.
Hours per week
Direct Entry
Course Name
Monday - Friday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
(20 hours per week)
Intake Dates
Every Monday
Course length
1 - 66 weeks
Course prerequisites
Students must be over 18 years old
Our recommendation
This course is for you if you want to improve in all four major English skills; Listening. Speaking, Reading and Writing
Pricing
Contact La Lingua as we often run special promotions
Hours per week
Realworld English for Teaching Children (TECSOL)
Course Name
Monday - Friday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
(20 hours per week)
Intake Dates
Every Monday
Course length
1 - 66 weeks
Course prerequisites
Students must be over 18 years old
Our recommendation
This course is for you if you want to improve in all four major English skills; Listening. Speaking, Reading and Writing
Pricing
Contact La Lingua as we often run special promotions
REALWORLD ENGLISH FOR TEACHING CHILDREN (TECSOL)
CRICOS code: 062608K
Our 6 week intensive TECSOL (Teaching English to Child Speakers of Other Languages) focuses on training students to become professional English teachers.
Trainees are introduced to a range of modern techniques and strategies that include classroom management, lesson planning and fun songs and chants to effectively teach children.
Assessment
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5 weekly teaching practices
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Ongoing assessment of coursework
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Written lesson plans
Trainees are given hands on experience as La Lingua arranges for every TECSOL trainee a one week placement at an Australian pre-school.
Trainees have the opportunity to experience a professional work environment while having the chance to practice some of the games and activities learnt during the course.
Hours per week
English for academic purposes (EAP)
Course Name
Monday - Friday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
(20 hours per week)
Intake Dates
Every Monday
Course length
16 weeks
Course prerequisites
Students must be over 18 years old
Our recommendation
This course is for you if you want to want to study in a Vocational college or at University.
Pricing
Contact La Lingua as we often run special promotions
ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES (EAP)
CRICOS code: 039850C
Our EAP course is a 16 week program that prepares students and gives them the skills needed to study at a Vocational College or University.
Taught in La Lingua's 'student- centred' style, students are engaged in all areas of learning from,examination techniques to giving presentations.
Assessment
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IELTS practice tests every 4 weeks
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2 major written assignments
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2 major oral presentations
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Ongoing assessment of class contributions
Successful completion of La Lingua's English for Academic Purposes course at the required level may enable students to gain direct entry to several Australian Universities and Educational Institutes affiliated with La Lingua.
DIRECT ENTRY
Hours per week
REALWORLD BUSINESS ENGLISH
Course Name
Monday - Friday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
(20 hours per week)
Intake Dates
Every Monday
Course length
1 - 66 weeks
Course prerequisites
Students must be over 18 years old
Our recommendation
This course is for you if you want to improve in all four major English skills; Listening. Speaking, Reading and Writing
Pricing
Contact La Lingua as we often run special promotions
REALWORLD BUSINESS ENGLISH
CRICOS code: 039853M
Our Business English course is designed for all learners who need English to advance their chosen career,or simply wish to get a job in an English - speaking country. It is also suitable for people currently working in Sydney who need to improve their customer service or workplace communication.
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Essential vocabulary and grammar for business and work situations
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Highly practical, with a focus on communication skills for the workplace, such as sales, meeting and negotiating skills
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Intensive practice of face-to-face and telephone transactions
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Strong focus on spoken and written job-seeking skills
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Opportunity to build confidence and fluency for longer business presentations
Assessment
Ongoing assessment of speaking ability
Test of ability to perform a role-play or give a presentation
Hours per week
ENGLISH FOR TESOL
Course Name
25hrs face to face teaching/ 5hrs self access
Intake Dates
Course length
1 - 66 weeks
Course prerequisites
Students must be over 18 years old
Our recommendation
This course is for anyone who wants to teach English to adults
Pricing
Contact La Lingua as we often run special promotions
ENGLISH FOR TESOL
CRICOS code: 076662M
La Lingua's certificate in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) prepares and delivers trainee teachers to deliver effective language classes to adult learners of English.
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Learn about teaching principles and methodology
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Plan and teach your own lessons
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Practical feedback provided
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Participate in practical workshops
Why La Lingua's TESOL?
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Ongoing assessment with 5 teaching practices included in the course
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Taught by professional and experienced teacher trainers
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Communicative approach and student-centred style classes
Assessment
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3 Teaching Practices every 2 weeks
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3 Assignments every 2 weeks
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A final exam
Hours per week
Realworld English for Hospitality and Tourism
Course Name
Monday - Friday 10:30 - 3:30 (20 hours per week)
Intake Dates
Course length
6 weeks
Course prerequisites
Students must be over 18 years old
Our recommendation
If you want to work in the Hospitality or Tourism Industry in Australia or Internationally this course is for you.
Pricing
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REALWORLD ENGLISH FOR HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
CRICOS code: 067434J
Our English for Hospitality and Tourism course is a practical 6 week program designed to give students the English skills needed to work within the Hospitality or Tourism Industry.
The course focuses on everyday language needed for customer service, including working in restaurants and cafes. The 6 week program follows La Lingua's original curriculum and taught by our highly experienced teacher Suzanne in La Lingua's unique communicative method.
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Project work included in the course ( students organise and host events)
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Practical Roleplays
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Writing Professional Resumes and Job Interview skills
Assessment
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Two written tests in the middle and at the end of the course
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On going assessment of coursework
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An oral presentation
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A written project
Barista Training
The Barista training is optional and gives students the opportunity to learn coffee making skills from a top professional Sydney Barista.
Hours per week
Intensive Pronunciation Course
Course Name
Monday - Friday 10:30 - 3:30 (20 hours per week)
Intake Dates
Course length
2 weeks
Course prerequisite
Students must be over 18 years old
Our recommendation
This course is perfect for anyone who wants to improve their pronunciation in a short time.
Pricing
Contact La Lingua as we often run special promotions
INTENSIVE PRONUNCIATION COURSE
CRICOS code: 067434J
La Lingua's original pronunciation course allows you to improve your pronunciation in just 2 weeks.
The intensive course focuses on all areas of pronunciation.
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Practice the sounds English
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Train your mouth to speak English
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Practice stress and syllables
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Practice word stress in conversation
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Practice speaking with English rhythm and intonation
REALWORLD GENERAL ENGLISH: CONVERSATION CENTRED
