We teach English! 2015 PROSPECTUS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS MELBOURNE

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1 We teach English! 2015 PROSPECTUS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS MELBOURNE

2 2 FUSION ENGLISH Welcome to Fusion English At Fusion, we aim to provide high quality learning outcomes within a caring and supportive learning environment. We believe that every Fusion student should have a wonderful experience and excellent outcomes. Fusion offers you a great place to learn with well-equipped educational facilities in the heart of Melbourne s CBD. When you are not studying or in classes, you can experience the many alleyways, the river foreshore and hundreds of cafés and bars that this great city has to offer... all a short walk from Fusion English! Fusion English is dedicated to providing a high standard of educational service. This has been recognised by NEAS during their Quality Review of our campus. The Review involved extensive surveys and focus groups with staff and students. Why Fusion? Central location Diverse nationality mix Positive, supportive culture Qualified, friendly and professional teachers Modern, engaging resources Weekly intakes Here are some of the NEAS Quality Assessors comments: Students highly valued the range of nationalities in the class The nationality mix is a unique advantage of Fusion The administration team demonstrate a genuine care and concern for students Best thing - the environment, the multicultural aspect, the teachers are great. It is like a family here Students receive a wealth of support services Day and evening classes Extra activities Excursions Conversation Club and Job Club Optional four hours of Pronunciation & Dialogue class every week Convenient pathways with other institutions Student services Teachers are well prepared and knowledgeable

3 Elisabetta from Italy I m studying at Fusion English and I really like the school. The level is perfect for me and I m learning so many things and I m getting a good education. The course is very well-structured and you can easily follow it. The teachers and other school employees are very helpful and personable. I ve also had the good fortune to meet new friends; that means a wonderful experience. I love Fusion!!

4 Melbourne

5 5 FUSION ENGLISH Learn in the world s most liveable city Australia s cultural capital Melbourne oozes culture: from theatres, music venues and comedy productions to world-class cafés, restaurants and bars throughout the city. Melbourne is without a doubt one of the most liveable places in the world. It has, in fact, been officially given this title in 2011, 2012 and 2013 consecutively by the Economist Intelligence Unit survey. Being such a multicultural city you will find any cuisine imaginable, from Mexican to Malaysian, Ethiopian to English, Polish to Peruvian or Italian to Thai at prices to suit all budgets. If you want to experience a traditional Australian barbie you can use many of the free barbeque facilities on the riverbanks, parks or beaches. In winter, temperatures on average range from 13-16ºC and in summer they range from 26-35ºC. The weather is perfect for visiting the many surrounding beaches or learning how to surf at the world famous Bells Beach. If you are not passionate about surfing and beaches, then head to the mountains to hike, ski and snowboard your weekends away, or just stay in town and go to one of the many music, comedy, food and arts festivals that Melbourne has to offer. Handy links About Melbourne and Victoria: Finding a job: Looking for a place to live: Having fun: Student Guide application (only for smartphones)

6 COURSES

7 7 FUSION ENGLISH Elementary to Advanced General English The General English course is ideal for students who want to improve their overall English language proficiency for general purposes. This course can also be a great starting point for students who would like time to settle into Australian life before starting the English for Academic Purposes or IELTS Preparation courses. Duration 5 to 50 weeks Following an integrated skills approach, students do a range of speaking, listening, writing and reading tasks every day to develop their oral and written communication abilities. Lessons also help students to develop their awareness and use of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation to enable them to confidently express themselves on an ever-wider range of topics with increasing levels of subtlety. Timetable Morning timetable Evening Timetable Intakes Every Monday The course has 5 different levels - Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper-Intermediate and Advanced - taking students from the CEFR level of A2 to C1 Entry Level No minimum level required CRICOS Code Victoria: F Gabriela from Chile This is my first time abroad and I decided on Australia for an adventure because it is one big island in the middle of nowhere and I don t regret my decision. I m already in love with Australia and its people. Fusion has been a very good place for me where I ve improved my English and I have met awesome people who have been more than friends to me, they are like my family here.

8 8 FUSION ENGLISH English for Academic Purposes EAP The EAP course is ideal for students who need to develop their oral and written communication skills for further study in an English-speaking environment. The course will help students become familiar with the demands of vocational and tertiary level academic environments and develop critical thinking skills. Students will engage with complex texts on a range of topics - science, technology, engineering, education, society, art, language, the environment - and discuss them with classmates, in formal presentations and in written essays. Duration 5 to 36 weeks Timetable Morning timetable Students are assessed on their ability to: Comprehend lectures and articles Deliver presentations of at least 10 minutes in length Plan, research, write and reference essays of at least 1000 words in length Many of our students go on directly to further studies after completing our 10 week program. Intakes Every Monday Entry Level Intermediate level and above CRICOS Code Victoria: B Jakub from Poland Since I was a child, it was always my dream to reach the place where I am right now. I have not been disappointed. Finally, I can live life to the fullest, enjoying every second. Why should I try to get to heaven if heaven is right here. Thanks to Fusion English I m sure that I can handle everything!

9 9 FUSION ENGLISH Exam Preparation IELTS The IELTS Preparation course is for students who plan to take the IELTS exam within the next weeks. The course will help students become familiar with the requirements of the exam and its four sections: Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking. Students will practice of each of these skills extensively, as well as focusing on improving their grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation and pronunciation. Students will learn strategies to help them fully demonstrate their language ability on the exam and regularly take full mock exams (Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking) to practice these strategies. Every type of IELTS writing task, including both Academic and General Training modules, is covered systematically during each level of the course. Duration 5 to 36 weeks Timetable Morning timetable Evening Timetable Intakes Every Monday Entry Level Intermediate level and above CRICOS Code Victoria: A

10 10 FUSION ENGLISH ENGLISH FOR PROFESSIONALS Business English Business English focuses on students who wish to improve their English in a business setting. The course has been designed to be as realistic as possible. This means that students will be taught practical tasks such as participating in meetings, giving presentations, refining telephone skills, reading and writing s, and building business and finance vocabulary. Students are tested on a weekly basis. Teachers strategically incorporate multimedia and an array of real life materials to enhance the learning experience. Every 5 weeks each student is given detailed feedback on their class performance. Duration 5 to 20 weeks Timetable Morning timetable Intakes Every Monday Entry Level Upper-Intermediate and above CRICOS Code Victoria: B

11 TIMeTABLES You will be required to study for a minimum of 20 hours a week with scheduled breaks. Available timetables are: Morning Session Sample Timetable Monday to Thursday from 8.30am to 2.30pm TIME\DAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY from 8:30am to 10:30am Weekly Revision Grammar Vocabulary Pronunciation Homework Check Grammar Listening Writing from 10:30am to 10:45am Class Break (15 min) from 10:45am to 12.15pm from 12:15pm to 1pm Oral Communication Listening Reading Lunch Break (45 min) Weekly Review Pronunciation and Dialogue 1 (optional) from 1pm to 2:30pm Vocabulary Multimedia Reading Functional Language Writing Oral Presentation Leisure Activity from 2:45pm to 3:45pm Extra Optional classes 2 Evening Session Sample Timetable Monday to Friday from 5pm to 9.15pm TIME\DAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY from 5:00pm to 7:00pm Weekly Revision Grammar Vocabulary Pronunciation Homework Check Grammar Homework Check Grammar Multimedia Functional language from 7:00pm to 7:15pm Class Break (15 min) from 7:15pm to 9:15pm Oral Communication Reading Listening Reading Writing Oral Communication Presentation Leisure Activity (1 The Pronunciation and Dialogue class runs Fridays from 9am to 1:15pm. This class is optional. (2 Includes Conversation, Writing Booster, FCE Cambridge, Resume Writing & Interview (may vary throughout the year, please enquire on application, or check our website s calendar).

12 MORE Extra classes Pronunciation and dialogue We offer an extra four hours every week of Pronunciation & Dialogue to ensure Fusion students have plenty of opportunities to practice their speaking and pronunciation with the teachers. This will support and extend the speaking and listening practice students do in their normal classes. Each week, students will: Become familiar with English phonemes and how they sound in a range of accents Job Club Getting a job in Australia is not always easy so we help students understand: What employers are looking for How to prepare effective CVs and cover letters How to engage more confidently with Australian employers and colleagues Cultural aspects of working in Australia Their rights and responsibilities at work Develop their awareness of stress and intonation two important features of spoken English Have additional opportunities to listen to authentic spoken English to help them understand fast, connected speech more effectively Do a range of speaking and pronunciation activities to help them improve their spoken communication skills. All courses are open to all levels Conversation Club Students have a chance every week to meet new people, chat to them in a relaxed situation and to apply what they have been learning in their classes. Students work on functional language [i.e. suggesting, advising, complaining and recommending] and learn how to construct dialogues based on real-life scenarios. The teacher also works on intonation, stress and other pronunciation features.

13 13 FUSION ENGLISH Student services Set up an Australian bank account Provide you with an Australian Tax File Number (TFN) and/or Australian Business Number (ABN) Help you with your resume Give you tips for job interviews and help you find jobs Assist in finding a place for you to live Make your transition to Australian life as easy as possible with a lot of fun along the way Provide counselling if needed A very friendly team to help you! Accommodation options Student Residence If you want to stay in a fun environment and make friends straight away, then our Student Residences are the best option for you! Located in South Yarra, Richmond and Collingwood (Zone 1), the residences are 10 minutes away by direct train from the city and Fusion English. There are tram stops nearby each residence. Brand new facilities include a fully equipped kitchen, laundry room, leisure area and WIFI! Homestay with families The Homestay option is ideal for students seeking to experience life with an Australian family and they get to practice English language with native speakers. The minimum stay is 4 weeks, and you can choose to have meals provided for you or cook for yourself. Homestays are always located in the surrounding suburbs and close to public transport. There are individual rooms and share rooms (two, four and six people). Please note that they are subject to availability.

14 PLAN YOUR STUDIES Further Studies Notes Fusion English has pathway agreements with the following education providers for VET, TAFE and Bachelor courses upon successful completion of EAP course* AUSTRALIAN COLLEGE OF SPORT & FITNESS BOX HILL INSTITUTE ENDEAVOUR HOLMESGLEN JMC ACADEMY KANGAN INSTITUTE * Entry level requirements may vary among providers. MELBOURNE POLYTECHNIC

15 JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER Fees 2015* Application $200AUD Study Materials $240AUD NOVEMBER DECEMBER General English Courses EAP Course IELTS Preparation $320AUD p/w $340AUD p/w $340AUD p/w Business English General English Courses (Evening) IELTS Preparation (Evening) Airport transfer charge OSHC (Overseas Health Cover) $340AUD p/w $250AUD p/w $270AUD p/w $120AUD** From $41AUD p/m Public Holidays 2015 (VIC) 01/01 NEW year s Day 26/01 australia day 09/03 LABOUR DAY 03/04 GOOD friday 04/04 EASTER saturday 06/04 Easter Monday 25/04 Anzac Day *These fees are subject to change or seasonal promotion. Please check at the time of enrolment. ** From Tullamarine Airport to Zone 1. 08/06 queen s birthday 03/11 Melbourne Cup 25/12 Christmas Day 28/12 Boxing Day (Substitute for Boxing Day 26 December 2015) When an intake falls on a Public Holiday students will be required to start on the following working day (i.e. the following Tuesday)

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