English for Academic Purposes

Course Details

The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course reflects the role of individuals with aspirations to study in more complex tertiary education environments and who are seeking to develop their academic English skills in order to prepare for these studies. The course is set into 2 levels, EAP 1 and EAP 2. EAP 1 is suited to individuals who may have just missed out on an IELTS of 5.5 or equivalent and who desire to study in Vocational Education and Training. EAP 2 is suited to individuals who may be preparing for studies in Advanced Diplomas and adult courses with technical terminologies. The level of an EAP 2 student at exit would be equivalent to the General English Advanced level, however the vocabulary and macro-skill focus of the courses is centered on Academic writing, speaking and reading.

Qualification: ELICOS course

Course structure: EAP 1 and EAP 2 is a 26 week long course; there is a 2 week break between the levels, students who are wishing to gain entry into courses requiring an IELTS level of 5.5 or equivalent can exit at EAP 1 after 12 weeks. Student requiring entry into courses requiring an IELTS level of 6.0 or above can prepare for these programs by completing EAP 2