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English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

English for Academic Purposes is designed for international students looking to pursue further academic study in Australia, whether that’s schooling, university, TAFE or Vocational Education and Training (VET).

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) providers

There are 156 ELICOS providers offering English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses. Contact a provider today to learn more about studying in Australia.

Australian College of Excellence
Sydney NSW
From $180 per week
43 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Job Training Institute
Melbourne VIC
From $180 per week
10 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Australian College of Excellence
Sydney NSW
From $180 per week
43 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Salford College
2 Locations
From $200 per week
12 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Australian National Education
2 Locations
From $200 per week
22 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Bentley College
2 Locations
From $200 per week
34 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Penfold College
Melbourne VIC
From $200 per week
34 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Datum College
2 Locations
From $200 per week
34 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Brighton Institute Of Technology
Melbourne VIC
From $210 per week
14 weeks (20 hours per week)
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Australian National College of English
Melbourne VIC
From $220 per week
10 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate
IELTS Band: 5.00+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Protea College
Melbourne VIC
From $220 per week
11 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Yarra College Australia
Melbourne VIC
From $220 per week
22 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 5.00+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Edinburgh Institute
Melbourne VIC
From $220 per week
34 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Royal Greenhill Institute of Technology
2 Locations
From $233 per week
12 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Auscanus Institute of Australia
Melbourne VIC
From $250 per week
34 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Institute of Management and Computing
Melbourne VIC
From $250 per week
34 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Excelsia University College
Sydney NSW
From $250 per week
30 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 4.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Whitsundays College of English
2 Locations
From $250 per week
1 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate
IELTS Band: 4.00+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Astley English College
Sydney NSW
From $250 per week
12 weeks (20 hours per week)
Advanced
IELTS Band: 5.50+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide
Tr4inright
Melbourne VIC
From $250 per week
22 weeks (20 hours per week)
Intermediate Advanced
IELTS Band: 5.00+

IELTS bands range from 1 (beginner) to 9 (proficient). The course provider will assess your level through a placement test.

Approximate IELTS levels are provided as a guide

ELICOS English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Study outcome

What’s covered

There are a number of courses that fall under the English for Academic purposes umbrella, including Secondary/High School Preparation (S/HSP), English for Further Studies (EFS) and English for Academic Purposes (EAP).

Each course is designed to prepare international students to study at English speaking educational institutions, whether that’s high school, university, TAFE or Vocational Education and Training (VET).

Course length

EAP courses vary in length depending on the outcome, the student’s previous English experience and the educational facility, with courses lasting anywhere from four to 24 and even 48 weeks.

Cost

Course prices vary, depending on duration, intensity and institution, starting at $1080 for a four-week course and costing up to $31,200 for a 52-week program at a major university.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Courses by location

Further reading

How to select the right English language course for you

Australia, renowned for its natural beauty and breathtaking landscapes, also offers one of the world’s best English language programs, attracting international students to study and experience its vibrant English-speaking culture.

The enrolment process explained.

Begin your English journey in Australia by selecting a course, enrolling, obtaining your visa, and arranging travel.

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