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English Language Program 30 Weeks (EF30)

Overview (2027)

Duration

Minimum 30 Weeks, up to a maximum of 30 Weeks.

This course is available to study only on a full-time basis
Duration
Duration refers to the minimum and maximum amounts of time in which this course can be completed. It will be affected by whether you choose to study full or part time, noting that some programs are only available part time.

Location

  • 1 Discuss and present ideas and arguments in English effectively.
  • 2 Write academic texts in English effectively.
  • 3 Analyse, evaluate and critically reflect upon material in English-medium source materials to inform written and spoken communication.

Course structure

Entry requirements

Students entering the course are placed at a suitable level via a combination of placement testing on arrival at the ELC as well as any recognised evidence of abilities, such as a current IELTS test result. Student weeks in the course therefore varies depending on individual entry level and the desired goal. To enter: General English 1, IELTS 4.0 (no band below 3.5) or a PTE score of 26 is required General English 2, IELTS 4.5 (no band below 4.0) or a PTE score of 29 is required General English 3, IELTS 5.0 (no band below 4.5) or a PTE score of 35 (no skill below 32) is required General English 4 or English for Academic Purposes 1, IELTS 5.0 (no band below 5.0) or a PTE score of 38 (no skill below 35) is required English for Academic Purposes 2, IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.5) or a PTE score of 46 (no skill below 42) is required *note equivalencies for other recognised test scores (e.g. TOEFL iBT) may also be used

Fees & scholarships

International students

2027 Total Tuition Fee (international students): $0 AUD*

Tuition fee based on a rate of $0 AUD per standard, full-time year of study (100 credit points).

* Please note that this is an indicative fee only.

Domestic scholarships

For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.

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