Gold Coast | Queensland | Australia

COLLEGE OF ENGLISH

A beautiful place to live and study

www.imagineeducation.com.au
Phone: +617 5552 0900
Imagine Education Australia Pty Ltd
CRICOS 02695C | National Provider 31302

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Destination: Gold Coast, Australia

Destination:

Gold Coast, Australia

With world-famous beaches, national parks, and mountain resorts, the Gold Coast has
become a world-renowned tourist destination, spanning across 1,402 square kilometres with
70 kilometres of coastline. The climate is sub-tropical with 287 days of sunshine annually and
average temperatures of 22-32 degrees Celsius in summer and 12-24 degrees Celsius in winter.
Only 45 minutes drive from Brisbane, the state capital of Queensland, the Gold Coast is
popular with both Australians and international visitors.
Climate
Average summer temperatures:
22-32 degrees Celsius
72-90 degrees Fahrenheit
Average winter temperatures:
12-24 degrees Celsius
49-76 degrees Fahrenheit

Transport
The Gold Coast has its own airport
which operates services across
Australia, as well as New Zealand and
some parts of Asia.
The City Train operates daily from the
Gold Coast and travels to Brisbane,
Sunshine Coast, and up to Northern
Queensland.
Local Surfside buses operate daily
from early morning to late at night
across the coast and travel to most
parts of the Gold Coast.

Imagine Education Australia Pty Ltd is accredited by:

Gold Coast

Queensland, Australia

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Southport Central campus

Imagine College of English is located at 5 Lawson Street, Southport, on the beautiful Gold Coast.
Our state-of-the-art campus is just two minutes walk to public transport, shops, banks, cinemas, and
Southport library. Surfers Paradise is a short five-minute drive with public transport available every five
to 10 minutes.

Campus facilities
Lecture rooms
Computer lab with Wi-fi and student printing facilities
State-of-the-art interactive whiteboard technology in all lecture rooms
Big screen projectors for movies and presentations
Teaching and administration staff dedicated to the campus
Student kitchen equipped with refrigerator, microwaves, and tea- and coffee-making facilities
Beautiful courtyard only a short stroll from cafes, shops, and the Southport library

Visit our website at www.imagineeducation.com.au

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English courses

Imagine:

Learning English
in Australia
Imagine Education Australias College of English welcomes students from all over the world.
At Imagine College of English, we follow the CEFR assessment system used throughout the
world as recommended by NEAS. Teachers focus on the development of learning skills and
encourage independent language learning. Learners learn at different rates and in different
ways, and teachers take this into consideration when planning their lessons. The learning
environment is caring and supportive, and encourages students to practice their language
skills in the real world.

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English courses
General English
Course length 1-60 weeks; 20h/ week

Study General English

To learn English
To improve your English
To meet other students from around
the world.

About the course

A communication-based approach using authentic
samples of language is promoted throughout all
our courses. Teachers focus on the development
of learning skills and encourage independent
language learning.
We help you achieve your goals by focusing on
your needs with a customised timetable
Lessons integrate the latest interactive
whiteboard technology and resource materials
Our English-only and multilingual zones promote
nationalities to mix freely in a family atmosphere

Weekly activities and monthly excursions

give students a wide range of opportunities
to use new vocabulary and expressions
Our professional team of teachers and
staff are dedicated to help achieve your
ambitions.

General English timetables

All timetables correct at time of printing. Subject to change without notice. Elementary (A1) classes do
not have electives, however, if students wish to study more than four hours, they have the option to join
low elective classes.
Session

8:00-9:00am

9:00-11:00am

11:15-12:15pm

12:15-1:15pm

1:15-2:15pm

2:15-3:15pm

3:30-5:30pm

Elementary (A1)

Low elective

Core

Core

Core

Low elective

Core

Core

Pre-intermediate (A2)/
intermediate (B1)

Low elective

Core

Low elective

Low elective

Low elective

Low elective

Core

Upper-intermediate
(B2)/ advanced

High elective

Core

High elective

High elective

High elective

High elective

Core

Standard (20h/ week)

Students can study for 20 hours and still have time for a social life and work. Students have the option
to study in the mornings or in the afternoon.
SESSION

9:00-11:00am

11:15-12:15pm

Upper-Intermediate
(B2)

Core

Business English

OR

1:15-2:15pm

2:15-3:15pm

3:30-5:30pm

Vocabulary

IELTS test practice

Core

Intensive (25h/ week)

Students who want to study a little bit extra, but still want time to work, benefit from an Intensive
program (12 weeks GE completed in 9 weeks).
SESSION

8:00-9:00am

9:00-11:00am

11:15-12:15pm

12:15-1:15pm

Pre-Intermediate (A2)

Speaking

Core

Writing

Grammar

OR

12:15-1:15pm

1:15-2:15pm

2:15-3:15pm

3:30-5:30pm

Vocabulary

Speaking

Listening

Core

Turbo (30h/ week)

Students who have a limited time to study choose Turbo. Turbo rapidly improves students English skills
to achieve great outcomes in short amounts of time (12 weeks GE completed in 8 weeks).
SESSION

8:00-9:00am

9:00-11:00am

11:15-12:15pm

12:15-1:15pm

1:15-2:15pm

2:15-3:15pm

Upper-intermediate (B2)

Speaking

Core

Grammar

Writing

BREAK

Work Buzz

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English language testing

English language testing

International English Language Testing System
(IELTS) Exam Preparation

Study IELTS

Course length 12 weeks; 25h/ week

Entry requirements Upper-intermediate GE/
IELTS 5.5

About the course

Focus is on examination preparation for the
IELTS exam
Students will improve reading, writing, listening,
and speaking skills at an upper-intermediate to
advanced level

To attend Vocational Education Training

To attend university
For migration/ Visa purposes
To get an internationally-known English
proficiency band score
To improve your band score.

Imagine has specialist teachers with years of

experience in IELTS exam preparation
Teachers will monitor student progress through
regular assessment and class participation.
Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) and
Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) Preparation
Course length 12 weeks; 25h/ week
Entry requirements FCE: Upper-intermediate GE/
IELTS 5.5; CAE: Advanced GE/ IELTS 6.0

About the course

Focus is on examination preparation for the FCE/
CAE exam
Students will improve reading, writing, listening,
and speaking skills at an upper-intermediate to
advanced level
Specialist teachers with years of experience in
FCE and CAE preparation
Teachers will monitor student progress through
regular assessment and class participation.

Study FCE/ CAE

To attend Vocational Education Training

To attend university
For migration/ Visa purposes
To pass a world-renowned English
proficiency exam
To improve your job prospects.

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Test of English as a Foreign Language

(TOEFL iBT) Exam Preparation and Testing
Course length 10 weeks; 20h/ week (+5h/ week
supervised non-compulsory contact)

Study TOEFL iBT

Entry requirements Intermediate GE/ IELTS 5.0

To attend Vocational Education Training

To attend university
For migration/ Visa purposes.

About the course

Focus is on computer-based examination
preparation
Designed to improve students reading, writing,
listening, and speaking skills
Assessment reflects the demands of higher
learning and includes presentations (including
PowerPoint presentations), formal computerbased tests, vocabulary and grammar, writing
assignments, and essays.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Study EAP

Course length 24 weeks; 25h/ week

Entry requirements Intermediate GE/ IELTS 5.0

About the course

Focus is on reading, writing, listening, and
speaking skills needed to complete assignments
at university level

To attend Vocational Education Training

To attend university
For migration/ Visa purposes
To pass a world-renowned English
proficiency exam
To improve your job prospects.

Students will be guided in the correct way to

express ideas and opinions in an academic
context
Imagines lecturers are highly trained in EAP and
develop original materials with a specialised
curriculum using authentic samples of language.
Entry requirements key
IELTS

Upper Intermediate B2, IELTS 5.5

FCE

Upper Intermediate B2, IELTS 5.5

CAE

Advanced C1, IELTS 6.5

TOEFL Intermediate B1, IELTS 5.0

EAP

Intermediate B1, IELTS 5.0

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English programs for children

Starting young:
English programs
for children

Imagine Education Australias College of English is committed to helping our students master
the English language, no matter their age. We believe that early education is vital to each childs
development and future success. We offer two English programs for children: Young Learners
for children aged six to 12, and High School Preparation for children who are soon to enter
high school in Australia. Our English programs are delivered by world-class teaching staff who
encourage independent language learning in a caring and supporting environment.

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English programs for children

Young Learners
Course length 1-40 weeks; 25h/ week

About the course

Our Young Learners Program, which closely follows
the Australian primary school syllabus, is taught
at Imagines Main Campus at Benowa Road. It
is perfect for children aged six to 12 who plan to
attend a primary school in Australia.
The Young Learners Program is designed to help
young people learn about Australian culture and
lifestyle, express their thoughts about themselves,
and react to the world.

Course features
Weekly activities and monthly
excursions complement your childs
class program
Course material is varied and fun,
including internet research, extracts
from books and movies, television and
radio programs, singing, and drama
Small class sizes guarantee individual
attention.

Assessment activities will be carried out as an

integral part of the every day teaching cycle. Student
progress is monitored through regular assessment
and class participation, and programs are flexible
to meet the needs of the individual students. On
completion of their studies, students will receive a
certificate indicating their level of proficiency.
High School Preparation
Course length 60 weeks; 25h/ week

About the course

Our High School Preparation course is taught
at Imagines Main Campus at Benowa Road. It
prepares students for entry into Australian high
school and enables smooth transition into private
high schools upon completion.
Course content is based on the Queensland
secondary school core subject areas (grade 8 to
12), including English for maths, English for science,
academic writing, and public speaking. Course
material is varied and fun, and includes internet
research, extracts from books and movies, television
and radio programs, music, drama, and art.
Classes are taught by teachers who are registered
and accredited by the Queensland College of
Teachers. Rules and policies are closely monitored
to ensure students are in a comfortable study
environment. All learning materials are provided free
of charge by the college.
Visit our website at www.imagineeducation.com.au

Course features
A placement test determines the
length of study required to achieve the
students goals
Students are monitored closely and will
be assessed in the areas of listening,
speaking, reading, writing, and
grammar every five weeks
Detail reports are sent to guardians
and agents every five weeks and at
graduation
Small class sizes guarantee individual
attention
Students take part in co-curricular
activities, including basketball,
badminton, cooking, and bushwalking.
Monthly excursions complement the
class program and give students
experience with real-life, practical
situations.

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University pathways

University pathways:
Imagine your future
career

A good quality education can help lay the foundation for your future career and success in life,
and there is no better place to study than in Australia. Education in Australia, particularly that
of Australian universities, has built itself a powerful international reputation for excellence. If
you wish to study at university in Australia but do not meet the minimum English language
requirement to do so, our academic English pathway program may be for you. Imagine
Education Australia has partnerships with a number of reputable Australian universities who
provide pathways into a variety of undergraduate degrees after successful completion of an
academic English program at Imagine.

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Academic English programs

University pathways
Imagine Education Australia has partnerships with some of Queenslands biggest universities to
support alternative pathways to higher education. Bond College, Bond University, CQ University, Griffith
University, James Cook University, and Southern Cross University offer pathways programs, providing an
articulation pathway for students to meet the entry requirements for university. This is a great pathway for
students aged 16 and over who are too mature for an Australian high school but too young for university.
To see the entry requirements for these universities, please visit our website at
www.imagineeducation.com.au. To view each universitys website please visit the following links:
Bond College: http://www.bond.edu.au/faculties-colleges/bond-college/index.htm
Bond University: http://www.bond.edu.au
CQ University: http://www.cqu.edu.au
James Cook University: http://www.jcu.edu.au
Southern Cross University: http://www.scu.edu.au
University of the Sunshine Coast: http://www.usc.edu.au
Direct credit and advanced standing
After studying English at Imagine, you may choose to further your study in another field. By studying
selected courses at Imagine Education, you can gain direct credit or advanced standing in a number of
Australian universities, including Bond University, CQ University, and Southern Cross University. For more
information, please contact info@imagineeducation.com.au.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This in no way implies a guaranteed place in a university or high school program.
Individuals applications must be approved by the applied University or School.
IELTS
4.5 - 5.0

IELTS
5.5 - 6.0

Intermediate

IELTS
Preparation

UpperIntermediate

Cambridge FCE

IELTS
6.5 - 7.5

EAP

Advanced

University
pathway
course

Vocational
Education at
Imagine Education

University
pathway
course

General English

University
undergraduate
program

Academic English
Higher Education or VET

Visit our website at www.imagineeducation.com.au

University
undergraduate
program

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Study tours and accommodation

Taste of Australia:
Study tours

Imagine offers quality study tour programs for students, involving a mix of English study and
activities. Homestay can be provided to study tour groups and depending on their age and the
duration of their stay, students are placed in twin-share accommodation. Below is a sample
study tour program. For individually-tailored study tour programs and prices, please contact
Imagine directly for a full quote.
Day 1

Day 2

AM: Arrive @
Brisbane airport,
Brisbane city tour

AM: Welcome
orientation and
placement test

PM: Meet Homestay

families and go
home with them

PM: ESL classes

Day 8
ALL DAY: Free time
with host family

Day 9

Day 3

Day 4

AM: ESL classes

AM: ESL classes

PM: Burleigh Beach

headland walk

PM: ESL classes

Day 10

Day 11

Day 5
ALL DAY: Dreamworld
excursion

Day 12

Day 6
AM: Free time
PM: Surfing lesson

Day 13

AM: ESL classes

AM: ESL classes

AM: ESL classes

AM: ESL classes

AM: ESL classes

PM: ESL classes

PM: ESL classes

PM: Integration at
local high school

PM: Ten pin bowling

PM: Graduation and

farewell party

Homestay

Imagine also offers Homestay and luxury

student accommodation options for students
who choose to study at the college. Please read
below for futher information:
Homestay
Quality host families for students wishing
to immerse themselves in English and the
Australian way of life
Our staff work with host families to ensure our
students receive the best care possible
Homestay Coordinator will match you with your
ideal Homestay family and provide you with
information before you leave home.
Airport pick-up
Imagine offers our students airport pick-up upon
arrival in Australia. Whether you arrive in Brisbane or
Coolangatta, an Imagine representative will be on
hand to make your transition to Australia that little bit
smoother.

Day 7
ALL DAY: Free time with
host family

Day 14
Depart Gold Coast

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Global feedback:
Student testimonials

Every week, Imagine welcomes new students from right around the world into our family. See
what some of our students had to say about their time at with us. For more testimonials, please
visit our Facebook page at facebook.com/imagineeducation.

Lina Lee
KOREA
Ive studied English for almost three
months and this Friday Im graduating!
Time passed so quickly! Ill miss
Imagine and everything I did here.

Geraldine Puelles
CHILE
I enjoyed everything about my time
at Imagine. Its a good place to study,
to make new friends from different
countries, and to learn new things.

Slimane Benzayed
FRANCE
I had a very good overall experience
at Imagine. The ambiance and
atmosphere is very relaxed.

Visit our website at www.imagineeducation.com.au

Kirandeep Kaur
INDIA
I am so lucky to have studied here. I have
learnt a lot about grammar and vocabulary.
I have gained knowledge about different
countries and cultures.

Michiko Nagai
JAPAN
I was able to make lots of friends from
many other countries. Thank you for all
the wonderful memories!

Vivian Cury
BRAZIL
The location is perfect and Im very happy
with all of the services provided... and the
girls in the office are great and helpful!

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Student activities

Getting social:
Student activities

Students are involved in a multitude of activities and excursions to help them explore the Gold
Coast and Australia even further. These activities include: Excursions to Springbrook National
Park; Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary; Byron Bay; ten pin bowling; beach walking and games;
weekly sports; yoga; surfing; movies; BBQs in the park; Imagine Olympics; food festivals;
student parties; and much more!
Imagine student activities calendar
January

Springbrook National Park excursion

February

Byron Bay excursion

March

Currumbin sea kayaking

April

Bundall ice skating

May

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

June

BBQ at Broadwater Park

July

Q1 Skypoint

August

Bundall ice skating

September

Imagine Olympics at Main Beach

October

Stradbroke Island excursion

November

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

December

Imagine Christmas BBQ

*This is a sample calendar and may be changed without notice.

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All for you:

Services and facilities

Imagine has a number of special student services and fantastic modern facilities to help our
students get the most out of their education. Read on to learn more.
Interactive whiteboard technology
Imagines Interactive whiteboards in every classroom
provide a fast-tracked education and a personal
approach to knowledge. Each whiteboard has dualuser functionality, encouraging every student to
collaborate and participate in class activities.

Orientation
Learn about life at Imagine, facilities close-by,
and general information about being a student in
Australia. Students are introduced to our campuses,
live-training environments, and meet all of our friendly
staff. Visit www.imagineeducation.com.au for our
orientation day timetable.

Free college shuttle bus

Free shuttle bus for students to and from Imagines
main campus. Picks up and drops off students from
Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, and Southport before
and after college every day. To download the college
bus timetable, visit www.imagineeducation.com.au.

Job Club
A weekly activity organised to assist students in resume
preparation and in finding part-time work.

Imagine App
Download our free Imagine App from the App Store to
keep up-to-date with student news, promotions, bus
timetables, videos, photos, and communicate with
other students using your iStudent profile!

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