Courses

English Courses for International Students

CRICOS provider code 02462J

Course:	INTENSIVE GENERAL ENGLISH Cricos Course Code: 046700C
Hours:	Full-time 20 Hours per week plus optional 5 hours of afternoon self access classes per week
Duration:	Study from 1 to 52 weeks
Start Date:	Start any Monday except public holidays
Entry Requirements:	None - Assessment on arrival
Visa:	Student Visa, Working Holiday Visa, Tourist Visa, Business Visa. Working holiday visas can study 1 - 16 weeks and tourist visas can study from 1 - 13 weeks.
Levels:	Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper-Intermediate
Info:	This course is designed to help you improve all of your English skill areas, use English more accurately and gain communicative confidence. English skill areas: Grammar, listening, speaking, pronunciation, reading, writing and vocabulary building. Structured Course Activities: Speaking practice, active listening, vocabulary development, grammar activities, role plays, reading/writing tasks, drama activities, pronunciation practice, discussion and conversation groups, informal and formal presentations and much more.
Assessment and Progress:	You will be assessed regularly by your teacher and given homework to complete on a daily basis. You will receive regular progress tests on all skill areas and reports throughout your course.
Graduation:	All students receive a formal certificate of attainment on completion of their course. Students who study 13 weeks or more receive a detailed end of course student report outlining their exit English level, commitment to studies, ability in speaking, listening, reading and writing, class participation and teacher comments.
Cost:	1-12 weeks $AU 300.00 per week	13-22 weeks $AU 285.00 per week	23 + weeks $AU 275.00 per week

Course:	BUSINESS ENGLISH Cricos Course Code: 056200G
Hours:	Full-time 20 Hours per week plus optional 5 hours of afternoon self access classes per week
Duration:	Study from 1 to 28 weeks
Start Date:	Start any Monday except public holidays
Entry Requirements:	Intermediate Level or higher
Visa:	Student Visa, Working Holiday Visa, Tourist Visa, Business Visa. Working holiday visas can study 1 - 16 weeks and tourist visas can study from 1 - 13 weeks
Info:	This course is specifically designed for intermediate plus students who wish to improve their English skills within a business context for career purposes, further study in the area of Business and also for students preparing for the internationally recognised Cambridge BEC Exams. (The Business English Exams) This course provides an introduction to the concepts and language of today's business world and equips students with knowledge and techniques to use in business situations. The curriculum includes the use of various textbooks and readings, a variety of structured activities, strategies and tasks, a focus on reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary building and presentation skills, especially designed to develop and enhance knowledge of English in the Business World and the skills to work within. Some of the subjects in this course include: Advertising, Business Correspondence, Professional Presentations and Meetings, Organizational Behaviour, Leadership, Employment and Cultures.
Assessment and Progress:	Each week of this course is presented with a new business subject. Task based activities have been placed within the weekly curriculum to assess progress and communicative skills. In addition, there are weekly formal exams which include writing, listening, reading, vocabulary and grammar. Ongoing assessment is also recorded by your teacher and homework is given on a daily basis. You will receive grades and report throughout your course.
Graduation:	Students must complete 80% of their course to receive a Certificate of Attainment. Business English students will also receive a student report with subjects covered and grades achieved.

Course:	CAMBRIDGE FIRST CERTIFICATE EXAM PREPARATION Cricos Course Code:056201F
Hours:	Full-time 20 Hours per week
Duration:	12 weeks
Start Date:	Monday 19th March - Friday 8th June
Entry Requirements:	Intermediate Level or higher
Visa:	Student Visa, Working Holiday Visa, Tourist Visa, Business Visa. Working holiday visas can study 1 - 16 weeks and tourist visas can study from 1 - 13 weeks
Info:	This 12-week course is specifically designed for Intermediate plus students who wish to increase their knowledge and accuracy of English for further formal education, for employment and also for students preparing for the Cambridge First Certificate in English examination.
Assessment and Progress:	Students are assessed continuously by their teacher and given homework and tests to complete on a weekly basis.
Graduation:	On graduation students receive a formal certificate of attainment with their exit level
Cost:2007	$AU 4,030 (Includes Course Fees, Cambridge Exam Fee and materials)

ENGLISH PLUS PROGRAMMES

Course:

ENGLISH

PLUS

SURFING OR BODY BOARDING SCHOOL

Info:

This programme is designed for students who wish to study Intensive General English combined with professional surfing or bodyboarding school.

Our surfing and bodyboarding programmes are conducted by friendly accredited professional surfing coaches from 'SURFING AUSTRALIA' Surfing Australia is the national association for the development of surfing and bodyboarding skills, beach safety, and local surfing culture in Australia .

Lessons include: surfboards, bodyboards, wetsuits, rashvests and evaluation reports. These lessons are for beginners only.

Includes:

1,2,3 or 4 week programme available

Intensive General English

Homestay programme (3 meals per day)

1 week professional surfing or bodyboarding lessons

PLEASE NOTE: The 1,2,3 or 4 week programmes includes only 1 week of Surfing or Bodyboarding School.

Airport pickup service (one way)

Enrolment and Homestay placement fees

Hours:

Surfing/Bodyboarding - 2 hours per day for 1 week

Start Date:

Start any Monday except public holidays

Visa:

Working Holiday Visa, Tourist Visa. Surfing school also available for student visa holders!

INTENSIVE GENERAL ENGLISH PLUS

PADI SCUBA DIVING LICENCE COURSE

Info:

This course is designed for students who wish to study Intensive General English AND study to receive a worldwide recognised PADI scuba diving licence.

Includes:

4 weeks intensive General English

4 weeks homestay programme (3 meals per day)

PADI scuba diving course and dives including all equipment

Airport pickup service (1 way)

Enrolment and Homestay placement fees

Hours:

English - 20 hours per week for 4 weeks

PADI - 2 weeks plus weekend dives

Start Date:

Start any Monday except public holidays

Visa:

Working Holiday Visa, Tourist Visa. Padi course also available for student visa holders!

COUNTRY STAY WITH YOUR TEACHER

	"Valleyview Country Stay" offers a unique total English immersion experience. Includes afternoon excursions, activities and Homestay programme. Valleyview is one and a half hours from the Gold Coast and includes: canoeing with dolphins, whale watching, rainforest walks, Minyon waterfall, local farms, and much more. Please note that special request excursions are not included in the price.
Includes:	6 nights CountryStay Programme plus 1 night Gold Coast Homestay All meals on site included (Meals off site not included)
	Total English Immersion
	Sea kayaking with dolphins
	Airport pickup and return service
	Return transfer service from Burleigh Heads to Valleyview
	Daily afternoon and weekend excursions
Start Date:	Any week of the year Please contact us for availability
Visa:	Working Holiday Visa, Tourist Visa
COUNTRYSTAY PROGRAMMES CAN BE COMBINED WITH B.H.L.C PROGRAMMES

ENGLISH PLUS GOLF

This programme is designed for students wishing to maximise their golfing abilities, including students with ambitions of joining the professional ranks of golf whilst improving their English skills.

1 to 52 week programme which includes: morning English classes Monday to Thursday with afternoon golf classes, all day Friday golf classes, transfers from Burleigh Heads Language Centre to Golf School Mon to Thur, tournament costs, copy of VI software disk, Golf club membership, unlimited use of driving range and all required books and handouts.

PER WEEK

1-4 weeks

$980.00

5 weeks or more

$950.00

BURLEIGH HEADS LANGUAGE CENTRE PRICELIST

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ALL PRICES QUOTED IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS	2007	2008
SERVICES
Enrolment (application) fee	220.00	220.00
Accommodation placement fee	210.00	220.00
Homestay Program with 3 meals per day (per week)	210.00	210.00
Pickup transfer from Brisbane airport	130.00	130.00
Return transfer to Brisbane airport	200.00	200.00
Pickup transfer from Coolangatta airport	60.00	65.00
COURSES
Intensive General English full time 20hrs per week Cricos Course Code 046700C
1- 12 weeks (per week)	300.00
13 - 22 weeks (per week)	285.00
23+ weeks (per week)	275.00
Business English full time 20hrs per week
1 - 28 weeks (per week)	300.00
Cambridge First Certificate Preparation - 12 Week Course March - June 2008	4,020.00
12 week course - (Includes Course Fees, Cambridge Exam Fee and materials)

Intensive General English Plus Surfing or Body Boarding Includes: Enrolment Fees General English Programme Airport Arrival Pick-up Service Homestay Programme (3 meals a day) 1 week professional Surfing or Bodyboarding School (with all equipment included) Please note: The 1,2,3 and 4 week programmes include only 1 week of Surfing or Body Boarding School.	1wk	1,510.00
	2wks	2,020.00
	3wks	2,530.00
	4wks	3,040.00

Intensive General English Plus PADI Scuba Licence Includes: Enrolment Fees, 4 weeks General English Programme, Arrival and Return airport Pick-up Service, 4 weeks Homestay Programme (3 meals a day), PADI scuba diving course and dives including all equipment					3,200.00
Valleyview Country Stay with your teacher includes: 6 nights CountryStay Programme plus 1 night Gold Coast Homestay (3 meals per day), Daily English tuition, Sea kayaking with dolphins, Airport pickup and return service, Return transfer service from Burleigh Heads to Valleyview, Daily afternoon and weekend excursions				1 Adult	$1,650.00
				1 Adult + 1 child	$2,550.00
				1 Adult + 2 children	$3,305.00
				2 Adults + 2 child	$3,870.00
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) 2008 If you apply for a Student Visa you must prove payment of Overseas Student Health Cover for the period of your stay. Your OSHC must be paid with your tuition fees. The Australian Government determines the insurance fees.
OSHC RATES FOR 2008:
3 months 2008	6 months 2008	9 months 2008	12 months 2008
$87.00	$174.00	$261.00	$348.00

ENROLMENT AND REFUND POLICY TERMS AND CONDITIONS

BOOKINGS: No booking shall be accepted by Burleigh Heads Language Centre unless and until confirmed in writing by an authorised representative of Burleigh Heads Language Centre.

ENROLMENT FEE: The enrolment fee is non refundable.

CANCELLATIONS:
If you cancel your course because you have withdrawn your visa application or, your visa application is officially rejected the school must be advised in writing. The school requires this notice within 2 weeks of the official rejection or your withdrawal. This is the school policy unless Burleigh Heads Language Centre makes other arrangements. Withdrawing a visa application is not considered to be a rejection.
If you are not granted a visa all fees will be refunded to you except the enrolment fee.

If you cancel your course 28 days or more before course commencement date all fees will be refunded to you except the enrolment fee.
If you cancel your course less than 28 days before course commencement date all fees will be refunded to you except 25% of your tuition fees and the enrolment fee.
Tuition fees are non refundable after commencement of your course.
Refunds will be paid within 4 weeks after the appropriate notification has been received by Burleigh Heads Language Centre in the same currency in which the fees were received by the school. Any refund will only be paid to the person who entered into this agreement.

AIRPORT GREETING AND ACCOMMODATION FEES POLICY:
The Accommodation placement fee is non refundable unless your visa has been rejected.
The Airport pick-up fee is non refundable unless your visa is rejected, or you give the school 2 weeks written notice. If your flight plan has been changed, please give the school as much notice as possible. If you give the school less than 24 hours notice, you may be required to pay another airport pick-up fee.
Once you arrive in Australia, there is no refund on the minimum 4 week booking of Homestay. However if you are unhappy with your Homestay we will move you to your new Homestay free of charge.
If you book more than 4 weeks of Homestay accommodation and later wish to cancel, you must give at least 2 weeks notice, or a charge equal to 2 weeks accommodation will be deducted.

Burleigh Heads Language Centre reserves the right to dismiss any student who:
· Has unsatisfactory attendance without valid reason. (This will result in enrolment cancellation and immigration will be advised)
Burleigh Heads Language Centre reserves the right to dismiss any student whose:
· Conduct reflects unfavourably upon the school during their attendance.
In such cases no refund will be made.

If Burleigh Heads Language Centre cancels a course, you will be refunded all the compulsory fees that you have paid Burleigh Heads Language Centre within 2 weeks of the course cancellation.

Burleigh Heads Language Centre reserves the right to change its fees, conditions, course times, timetables at any time without notice.

Study days lost due to: late commencement of course, public holidays or absences during your course are not recoverable or refundable.

This agreement and the availability of complaints and appeals processes, does not remove the right of a student to take action under Australia's consumer protection laws. The dispute resolution processes do not circumscribe a student's right to pursue other legal remedies.