TAFE South Australia operates the only government owned ELICOS centre in South Australia so your investment is secure and the quality of your education is guaranteed. The TAFE South Australia English Language Centre (ELC) is located in the Adelaide City campus right in the heart of the city. Unlike Australia's larger cities, Adelaide's population is very mixed and the number of international students is relatively small; these factors help make Adelaide one of the best locations to learn English in Australia.
About Us
The ELC is a member of English Australia and all of our courses are accredited by the National ELT Accreditation Scheme (NEAS). TAFE South Australia has had a specialised English language centre for over 20 years and many of our graduates have gone on to successful careers internationally and in Australia.
Student Services
TAFE South Australia provides high-quality support services to make your time in Adelaide enjoyable and productive. Services and facilities include:
- on-arrival greeting and airport reception service
- on-arrival orientation program
- confidential academic/personal counselling
- academic and language support
- use of modern information technology equipment
- recreational and social programs
- prayer room at some campus sites.
Courses
General English
Our General English program runs from 10-40 weeks and is designed for students of all levels. You will learn speaking, pronunciation,
listening and discussion as well as reading and writing skills.
English for Academic Purposes - 10 weeks
This program is designed for students wanting English preparation for a vocational or higher education program. An IELTS score of 5.0 is needed to enter the program. Students will be introduced to studying in Australia at tertiary level and will study academic writing, reading skills, speaking and pronunciation.
English for Academic Purposes - 20 weeks
This program is designed for students wanting more time to prepare for their tertiary studies. Successful completion provides direct entry to TAFE SA VET
courses. Topics covered are the same as EAP 10 with the major difference being more time spent on each topic, and no final examination required. An IELTS score of 4.5 is needed to enter the program.
Advanced IELTS preparation - minimum enrolment 5 weeks
This program is specially developed for students wanting an IELTS score of seven or higher. With recent changes in skilled migration and higher education English requirements the need for an IELTS score of seven has become more essential. Students will study advanced levels of speaking, listening, writing, reading and grammar.
Certificate IV in English Proficiency - 20 weeks
This program provides a graduated progression towards English language proficiency, covering the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. This program also provides preparation for students to gain entry to other tertiary or higher education courses. Entry requirement is an IELTS of 5.5 or equivalent.
Diploma in English Proficiency - 20 weeks
The Diploma of English provides advanced learning in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students also learn about planning a career and cultural values in Australia. This course provides direct entry to TAFE SA VET courses. The entry requirement is an IELTS score of 6.0 in all skills or equivalent.
Certificate IV in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) - 10 weeks full-time (20 weeks online)
This program is designed for students wanting a career in teaching English as a second language (ESL). An IELTS of 6.5 is needed to do this course. Students learn teaching methodology as well as how to interact with students and teaching ideas on how to best maximise learning for your students by keeping classes fun and effective.
Locations
English Language Centre
120 Currie Street, Adelaide, SA 5000