Foundation/Pathway
English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS)
University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia
About this program
An intensive English language program delivered by UC College for students who need to improve their English before starting a University of Canberra course. Teaching is full-time in graded levels focused on academic English: reading, writing, listening, speaking, and the research and study skills used at university. The length of study depends on a student's current level and the level their intended course requires. On successfully completing the required level, students progress into their UC program without sitting a separate external English test. It suits international students who are close to but not yet at the English entry requirement for their degree.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- 10430English Language Program
Admissions
The minimum IELTS (or equivalent) score required to undertake a Standalone ELICOS course is 3.0 overall. . The minimum IELTS (or equivalent) score required to undertake a packaged ELICOS course is 5.0 overall. . The availability of course offerings at the Acton campus for 2027 will be confirmed later this year.
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