English for Tertiary Studies
English for Tertiary Studies (ETS) is for students who need to improve their English in order to gain admission to undergraduate or postgraduate university study.
It is a skills-based course which provides a thorough introduction to the educational requirements for tertiary study and helps students think critically about university life and culture.
Particular attention is given to developing critical analysis with regard to reading academic texts and expressing an opinion in both spoken and written forms. You will also focus on study skills, language development, and university level research and essay writing.
You will experience university style lectures and tutorials in preparation for study at the University of Wollongong as this course provides direct entry for students who satisfy all assessment requirements. Examples of assessments include:
- A research essay
- An oral presentation
- Academic reading analysis
These formal assessments are completed progressively throughout the course culminating in a final exam.
Length of study and hours per week
This course is 20-22 hours per week in class tuition for either 6, 12 or 18 weeks depending on your IELTS (or equivalent) score and the score you require for university entry.
This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and delivered by UOW College
Campus Information
Wollongong
Liverpool
Intakes
- Feb
- June
- Oct
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Working at UOW College can be the place for a impactful and rewarding career in education. From teaching positions to administrative roles, explore your next career opportunity.
Each member of our team brings experience, passion, and expertise to the table, supported by a shared commitment to nurturing and supporting our students. From inspiring educators with a love for learning to professional staff who ensure the smooth operation of our college.
- A world of experience in the classroom
- Nursing a passion to learn
- From security guard to scholar
- The student becomes the teacher
- The mathematical journey to educator
- Passion fuels success
- Nursing mentor turned team leader
- The language of success
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- English for Academic Purposes, 6 Weeks Overall IELTS of 5.0 Academic (4.5 in Reading and Writing)
- English for Academic Purposes, 12 Weeks Overall IELTS of 4.5 Academic (Reading and Writing – one must be at least 4.5 and the other at least 4.0)
- English for Academic Purposes, 18 Weeks Overall IELTS 4.5 Academic (4.0 in Reading and Writing)
- Course Code: 069912A
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Short Courses and Summer Schools
- Duration: 04 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
10080 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: 500 AUD