English Language Programs for Academic Preparation I AM READY LEARN

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1 English Language Programs for Academic Preparation I AM READY TO LEARN

2 Direct entry to RMIT University Message from the Director Dear Student, I invite you to join the RMIT English Worldwide (REW) Melbourne Language Centre. We have been providing English language programs to suit the needs of our students for more than 40 years. Our teachers are well qualified and experienced in classroom teaching, writing materials and teacher training. Many of them have taught overseas and have experienced living in other cultures and learning new languages. They are dedicated to helping you to achieve your English language goals. In the classroom, you will study from up-to-date RMIT English Worldwide materials. In your classes, you will meet new friends from different countries. You can enjoy social activities organised specially to help you get to know Melbourne, experience the Australian way of life, relax with other students and practise your English. At REW, you are also a member of RMIT University and can use many of the facilities at the University, including the library, sporting and recreational facilities. I wish you all the best in your studies and hope your time in Melbourne will be enjoyable and rewarding. Ann Wright Director, REW Melbourne Language Centre M.A B.A. Dip. Ed. Grad. Dip. TESOL

3 RMIT English WorlDWIDE 93% of students rate the quality of teaching at the school as high 92% of students are highly satisfied with their learning at REW Coming to Australia to study is the first big choice you make as an international student. We can help you succeed! You need to choose a language school that can help you achieve your goals. RMIT English Worldwide (REW) is a leading language centre with over 40 years experience, specialist resources and superior facilities to help you achieve proficiency in English. REW courses: improve and develop your English language skills prepare you for using English during academic study. Quality learning materials REW is the only language school in Australia that maintains an in-house curriculum development team to publish its own language learning materials. These materials are trialled in REW language centres and with overseas partners, and developed using feedback from real students and teachers. This means the English Academic Passport suite of courses has been tested to make sure that it helps students gain entry to RMIT University and other tertiary institutions. Direct entry into RMIT University We focus on teaching important academic skills and practical research skills. At REW, you will learn to use English clearly and confidently in academic, professional and social settings. This means that if you successfully complete an REW Upper Intermediate, Advanced or Advanced Plus language course, you can go straight into university studies and no other formal tests are required.

4 96% of students make significant progress in English REW IS DEDICATED TO YOUR DEVELOPMENT 94% of students rate the teachers as friendly and approachable REW courses and teachers Be one of the ones to succeed! Many students study language courses to gain entry to university, but many fail to succeed once they are enrolled in the University course because they can t use academic skills effectively. REW teachers know there is more to academic success than simply classroom learning and tests. They can help you succeed. Our courses: teach the skills you need to successfully study at university contain materials relevant to academic coursework and professional goals create opportunities to enrich your international experience promote the development of your language and academic skills. One of the unique features of the English Academic Passport suite of courses is that it includes tasks and activities that provide you with opportunities to practise what you learn in the real world. Working on tasks develops your ability to: solve problems work in teams learn independently critically analyse communicate confidently use English. REW courses teach you to use the academic skills you need to succeed in an English speaking university. By choosing REW, you are investing in your success at university because our teachers take the time to make sure you have the skills and support to succeed.

5 I was encouraged to share my opinion and to interact and build relationships with students in my class. University involves a lot of team work and communication, and participating in class allowed me to broaden my thinking. Tao Jiang, China Scan this code to hear from Gig Khanhaew, marketing graduate and REW student Scan this code to hear from David Flowers, English teacher at REW Scan this code to hear from Leadin Khudur, microbiologist and REW student

6 REW provides networked computer laboratories, television and video facilities to support your learning EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT RMIT ENGLISH WORLDWIDE The REW Melbourne Language Centre is one of the largest and most prestigious language schools in Australia. REW maintains an international focus through collaboration with other global language providers. REW teachers are experts in teaching you language skills, so you can say and write what you think. You can start at the level that is right for you. Whether you are a beginner or more advanced, you will develop your language and academic skills. You will also practise applying them in educational, professional and social settings. Teaching the skills to study effectively is a unique feature of the English Academic Passport. REW students keep learning journals and vocabulary books to help them study. Advanced and Advanced Plus, students use their learning journals to record their responses to texts they have read, listened to or found relevant. This is an important way for you to develop and practise your academic skills to succeed at university. REW Student Services The Student Services Team can assist you to access a full range of support services. We offer free information and advice on: orientation to life and study in Melbourne personal and social matters transition to study at RMIT. In addition, we can refer you to liaison and support services at RMIT University that can help with your career, employment, housing, finance and legal matters. RMIT also has a fitness centre, counselling services and spiritual facilities including access to prayer rooms.

7 The teachers are really good at grammar and at integrating language skills. The class materials are useful for learning academic language, particularly note-taking, and the topics introduce you to life in Melbourne. English Academic Passport Omar Correa, Mexico English Academic Passport focuses on developing your English language skills and the academic skills you need to succeed at university and in life. The course has six levels from Elementary to Advanced Plus. Each level uses both classroom based learning and online learning. Successfully completing our English Academic Passport offers: increased language proficiency academic skills to succeed in higher education the willingness and readiness to express yourself in English critical literacy skills cultural and social knowledge the ability to work and think independently. You will also benefit directly from: relevant and engaging materials materials based on feedback from real student and teachers pathways to further tertiary study counselling and support to help you learn efficiently and effectively support and encouragement to practise language skills. English Academic Passport ELEMENTARY Student Book Units 1 15 English Academic Passport INTERMEDIATE Student Book Units 1 5 English Academic Passport ADVANCED PLUS Student Book Units 1 3

8 REW hosts students from over 50 different countries every year Discover a diverse COMMUnity at REW MELBOURNE 94% of students feel safe and secure during their studies at REW REW introduces you to an exciting and supportive English speaking community. We offer free conversational classes every week. REW is right in the centre of Melbourne a cosmopolitan city of around 4 million people. With a global reputation as a safe, clean city where multiculturalism is valued, Melbourne is a fantastic place for international students to study, work and have fun. Melbourne s vibrant centre is filled with shops, art galleries, museums, cafes, restaurants, clubs and music venues where you can practise your English. REW s central city location ensures you are close to all of them. You ll find a wide selection of international food on campus and at nearby markets and supermarkets. You can use Melbourne s extensive public transport system of trams, trains and buses to get where you want to go. While you re away from home, REW can help you with things like finding the perfect place to live or airport pick up. We provide you with a program of interesting cultural and social activities that help you make friends and adjust to university life. With students entering REW courses from all over the world, it s not hard to find like-minded classmates and build lasting friendships. We want you to have conversations, as well as an education. So REW plans events and trips to fit into your study timetable, and we encourage you to attend local events to practise your English. Our cultural programs and recreational activities are designed to make you feel inspired, engaged and stimulated. Safety RMIT has a 24-hour security service with trained officers patrolling the University. The officers will escort students on request and are there to respond to emergency situations. Melbourne is considered a safe city with a low crime rate and has quality measures in place including: security cameras throughout the city, safe taxi ranks and increased police presence after dark. It is important to remain alert and aware of your new surroundings.

9 Melbourne Everything is accessible at REW like the city of Melbourne, it s yours to explore. TO RMIT BRUNSWICK CAMPUS TO RMIT BUNDOORA CAMPUS REW Scan this code to view Living in Melbourne video. Melbourne s Magistrate Court watch?v=-tqtxe6oce4 getinvolvedmelbourne.vic.gov.au Convention and Exhibition Centre The Arts Centre International Student Service Centre ISservices@rmit.edu.au As a student at REW, you have free access to RMIT University facilities, student clubs and associations.

10 92% of students believe their learning at REW will help them get into a good course Studying at REW improved my English dramatically. I now have the ability to write essays and reports, research and analyse information, and give presentations. Manal Hasan, Libya Connect with us rmitenglishworldwide.com facebook.com/rmitenglishworldwide twitter.com/#!/rmitenglish youtube.com/user/rmitenglishworldwide Agent details Source: i-graduate English Language Barometer Survey, November 2011

11 RMIT ENGLISH WORLDWIDE (EAP) PATHWAY PROGRAM RMIT English Worldwide s English Academic Passport programs offer students on a pathway to further study at RMIT University with direct entry upon successful completion of the program. The following is a guide to courses, approximate entry levels and RMIT University pathways. APPROXIMATE ENTRY LEVEL IELTS no band < no band < no band < no band <5.5 TOEFL Paper IBT 350 (TWE 1.0) (TWE 2.0) (TWE 2.5) (TWE 3.0) (TWE ) (TWE 4.5) PTE Academic CAE REW LEVEL* Elementary Pre Intermediate Intermediate Upper Intermediate Advanced Advanced Plus (10 weeks) (10 weeks) (10 weeks) (10 weeks) (10 weeks) (10 weeks) Note: *Each level comprises 200 hours of tuition. More than 50 hours of online self study materials are available at each level *Advanced Plus course does not cater to RMIT programs requiring IELTS 7.0 or equivalent RMIT Foundation & TAFE Programs RMIT University Associate Degree Programs RMIT University Higher Education Programs

12 FIND OUT MORE RMIT English Worldwide Level 1, 393 Swanston St Melbourne VIC 3000 P F E englishworldwide@rmit.edu.au rmitenglishworldwide.com RMIT English Worldwide (REW) offers a range of English language training and testing products in addition to the English Academic Passport. IELTS testing and preparation courses Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) Aviation English training and testing CRICOS Provider No: 01912G RMIT Training Pty Ltd