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Take the stress out of passing the IELTS and invest in your future
now.
If you are…
- an Employer of staff on Temporary
Business Visas 457?
- An Employee on a Visa 457?
- Applying for the 497 Graduate Visa?
... then you need to find out more by taking the
time to read our Frequently asked questions.
IELTS
GENERAL TRAINING CLASSES
• Held every Saturday morning
• Test Practice and Feedback opportunities
• Strategies on how to pass the test
• Central location in Leederville
Frequently
Asked Questions
(1) Why should I do the Preparation for
IELTS General Module Course?
Answer:
Very recently the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)
introduced some new changes that are related to evidence of English
language competency. The Temporary Business Visa (457) now requires
employees to demonstrate an IELTS level of 4.5 before their 457
visas will be renewed.
For Graduates applying for the 497 Visa they
will receive an extra 25 points towards Residency if they can
demonstrate that they have achieved an IELTS level of 7.0.
The Preparation for IELTS General Module Course
will dramatically improve the chances that test candidates have
of achieving their desired IELTS goal.
The course teaches you the IELTS test strategies
and techniques. Knowing these strategies is a very important aspect
of passing the test.
(2) Who is eligible to enrol in the IELTS
General Module Course at Phoenix?
Answer:
The course is open to almost everyone. There are two levels available:
Level 1
for people with Elementary to Pre-Intermediate
abilities in English -this equates to an IELTS level
of 2 up until 4.5. These are clients who need to pass the IELTS
at level 4.5 in order to renew their 457 Work Visa. The 457
visa usually last for 4 years and as of July 1st 2007 when a
current 457 visa expires employees will have to show evidence
of an IELTS score of 4.5 or higher in order for the DIAC (Department
of Immigration and Citizenship) to renew their visa.
Level 2 for people
with Intermediate and higher
abilities in English which equates to an IELTS level
of 5.0 to 7. These are the clients who have met the academic
requirements for the 497 Graduate Visa and in order to be eligible
for the full 25 points allocated for evidence of English proficiency
towards their premanent residency application need to pass the
IELTS at a level 7.
(3) Do I have to sit a test to enter the
course?
Answer:
No, not normally. When you enrol we will ascertain your reason
for entering the course and will ask you for some evidence such
as how long you have been working or studying in Australia. This
should be enough for us to determine whether you are eligible
to enter the course.
(4) What will I study in the course?
Answer:
The six-week course (18 hours in total) will concentrate on training
you in the main skills required to pass the IELTS exam at the
level you require. The course covers all four skills of Speaking,
Listening, Reading and Writing. You will have lots of opportunity
to practise old IELTS tests and to practice IELTS Interview techniques.
(5) What is the difference between the
IELTS General Training Module and the Academic Module?
Answer:
The Listening and Speaking components of the two tests are exactly
the same. For the Writing component one question is the same and
this is the Essay Writing. For the second Writing question on
the Academic module the candidate must describe a graph or diagram
and for the General module the candidate must Write a Letter.
For the Reading test both modules have three sections with 40
multiple choice and short answer questions the only difference
is the context of the texts.
(6) Who will be my teachers?
Answer:
The Phoenix trainers are all professional fully qualified teachers
of English as a Second Language. Many of them have been teaching
at Phoenix for many years and are also fully qualified IELTS Examiners
so they know the examination format very well.
(7) What other activities will I have during
the course?
Answer:
You will have Reading and Writing training and practice (one and
a half hours each week) and Oral Interaction (one and a half hours
each week) you will also have to do at least 2-3 hours of homework
each week. We will also introduce you to a buddy student. We suggest
you meet up with your buddy once or twice during the week for
conversation practice.
(8) How will I be assessed during the course?
Answer:
During the course your English assessment will be based on 100%
continuous assessment. We will advise you when we believe you
are at the level ready to pass the IELTS at your required level.
We will also assist you with your application to do your IELTS
test.
(9) If I am Sponsoring my Empolyee to undertake
this course will I receive any feedback on their progress.
Answer:
Absolutely, provided your Employee agrees to have his/her grades
released then you will receive a full written report covering
progress and attendance at the completion of each 6-week course.
(10) How long is the Course?
Answer:
The course runs in 6-week modules you will be required to enrol
in a minimum of 6 weeks. You may only need 6 weeks to get to your
required level or you may need to do 12 weeks. You need to pay
for 6 weeks in advance and commit to studying for this minimum
period.
(11) What size are the classes and where
are they held?
Answer:
The size of the classes average around 12-14 students. All classes
are held at the Phoenix Leederville campus at 223 Vincent Street
Leederville (Opposite Beatty Park Aquatic Centre).
(12) How much does the Course cost and
how long are the Lessons?
Answer:
The course costs $360 for 6 weeks. The Lesson times are 9.10-12.30
with a 20-minute break in the middle of the morning.
(13) What are the commencement dates for
the course?
Answer:
New courses start every 6 weeks. The next course dates are Saturday
4th August, 15th September, 3rd November, and 5th January 2008.
(14) Tell me about the Phoenix Young Learners
English Classes?
Answer:
For children aged 6 years to 12 years there are English Classes
available where children can improve their English skills with
a fully qualified English Teacher. The cost for the Young Learners
English classes is $35 per child per morning or $60 for 2 children
from the same family. These classes are held at the same location
and at the same time as the IELTS Preparation classes.
(14) How do I enrol in the Preparation
for IELTS General Module Course?
Answer:
Complete the application
form and return to our office.
If you require any further questions, please contact
us.
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