English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Course
Provider:
Course Code:
EAP
CRICOS Code:
108436H
Qualification Level:
Language
Course Area:
English Language Courses
Duration:
10 - 20 Week
Study Mode:
Full Time
Location:
East Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Course Fees:
AUD 290 Per Week
Delivery Mode:
On Campus
Target:
International
Intake:
Weekly
Course Overview
The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course is designed to prepare international students, from a range of backgrounds and nationalities, to undertake tertiary study in Australia. Students enrolled for this course will have as their specific study objective the completion of a tertiary level course in an Australian tertiary institution.
The focus of this EAP course is developing the skills areas in English, which the student will require to study alongside native speakers in tertiary courses. However, students entering the EAP course at the lower level will not necessarily have access to the language base, which makes the use of these skills a possibility. For this reason the balance of the EAP course will move systematically from a language focus to a skills focus as the student progresses through the levels from EAP Level 1 to EAP Level 2.
Course Structure
The English for Academic Purposes course focuses on develop student’s academic English skills to prepare them for tertiary study. The course is structured into two level, EAP 1 and 2.
EAP1 introduces students to the characteristics of written and spoken academic texts. Students are guided towards developing relevant strategies for setting study goals and approaching these texts. From asking for help, understanding essay questions to planning essay paragraphs and listening for gist and detail, students have a wealth of opportunities to practice all core academic skills.
EAP 2 equips students with the necessary English language skills required for academic study at university or other tertiary level institutions, and takes students using the Common European Framework (CEF) from high B1 (B1+) to B2. Students are given further practice in academic study skills. There is also analysis of the characteristics of written and spoken academic texts, the development of the awareness of academic culture, as well as learning how to avoid plagiarism. There is also essay organisation, note taking, group discussion, the skill of writing references and paraphrasing texts. Students are given ample opportunity to practice and enhance all academic skills.
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Must be 18 years of age or older |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | EAP Level 1: IELTS band 5.0 with no band under 4.5 EAP Level 2: IELTS band 5.5 with no band under 5.0 |
Career Opportunities
This qualification allows you to explore your educational opportunities while gaining an insight into industry requirements.