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English for Academic Purposes: Direct Entry (24 weeks)
Summary
International Students
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Deferment |
Yes. See Defer your offer. |
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Delivery Mode |
On Campus |
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Important Note on Fees |
Tuition fees may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration. |
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Applying for Admission |
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International Students |
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Eligibility |
An IELTS score of no less than 1.0 under the entry score for their intended study at ACU. | |
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Description
This course gives students the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the university environment and improve their English language proficiency while becoming familiar with Australian academic culture and academic skills. It is more than just an English language course, it is a chance to equip students with the skills for success and give them a taste of university life in a supportive environment.
Upon successful completion of EAP students will meet the English language requirement of most ACU Diploma courses, undergraduate degrees and post graduate programs.
English Language Requirements
An IELTS score of no less than 1.0 under the entry score for their intended study at ACUMore Course Information
Assessment
In the English for Academic Purposes: Direct Entry program, assessment is continuous. Students undertake a variety of assessment tasks, including writing an academic essay with appropriate referencing, leading and participating a in a tutorial discussion, giving an oral presentation and taking in-class English proficiency tests.
Upon successful completion of EAP students will meet the English language requirement of most ACU Diploma courses, undergraduate degrees and post graduate programs.
- Students with a result above 75% will meet the English language requirement for an ACU course requiring IELTS 7.0*.
- Students with a result of 65-74% will meet the English language requirement for an ACU course requiring IELTS 6.5.
- Students with a result of 60-64% will meet the English language requirement for an ACU course requiring IELTS 6.0.
- Students with a result of 50-59% will meet the English language requirement for an ACU course requiring IELTS 5.5.
- Students with a result below 50% will not meet the English language requirement for any ACU course.
* EAP cannot be used for admission into Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Advantages
English for Academic Purposes: Direct Entry focuses on developing the English language proficiency and approach to academic study that students need to successfully complete university level courses. At the same time, it allows students to become familiar with their campus and the resources and services available to international students.
The assessment tasks are similar to those that students undertake in university courses at ACU and require students to use campus library resources, including subject-specific databases. The content is stimulating. Students have the opportunity to focus on their own area of interest, such as nursing or business.
Late Entry
Due to the structure of the program, late entry is not advisable. Students who arrive after the commencement date may be placed in an alternative program, such as IELTS Test Preparation or General English. In this case students will be required to demonstrate their English proficiency through the ACU English Test or IELTS in order to take further study at the University.
