Duration: Up to 84 weeks (60 study weeks + 24 weeks of holidays) 

Our General English course helps you master practical English for everyday life, giving you the confidence to speak, understand, and connect with others, wherever your journey takes you. 

Throughout your journey with Albright, you’ll sharpen your skills in: 

• Expressing yourself naturally and fluently 

• Understanding native and non-native speakers in different accents 

• Exploring written English across a range of real-world texts 

• Structuring your ideas clearly and effectively

   

Along the way, you will also: 

• Build your confidence through real conversations and practical activities 

• Discover new words and grammar in ways that make sense to you 

• Get personalised support from teachers who genuinely care about your progress 

• Learn in a relaxed, multicultural classroom where you can feel comfortable making mistakes and growing every day 

Course Structure: A placement test is conducted on your first day to ensure you start at the right level. 

Each level consists of 10 study weeks, including a 2-week fixed scheduled break. Students may apply for up to 2 additional weeks of self-managed break per level. 

You can enrol for a maximum course duration of 84 weeks, including 60 weeks of study and up to 24 weeks of holidays (scheduled and/or self-managed, please refer to the timetables & intakes below). 

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Students can start the course on any Monday except for public holidays and official school breaks.

Minimum age of 18

• All new students must attend an orientation program on their first day. 
• During the orientation, you will complete a Placement Test. The test checks your English level and helps us to place you in the class which will maximize your learning potential. 
• After the placement test, you can consult with our student support team to review and adjust your enrolment if required. 

Progress Tests:

Every two study weeks you will complete a Progress Test. It is a quick test to check your progress. After the Progress Test, your teacher will provide feedback and give some tips on how to improve your English further. 

Skills Test

Every five study weeks you must complete a Skills Test. It assesses the development of four skills – listening, reading, writing and speaking. The Skills Test results help us to decide if you are ready to progress to the next level.

At the end of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Attainment or a Certificate of Participation, depending on your attendance and academic progress. 

To receive a Certificate of Attainment, you must: 

• Complete at least 10 study weeks at the current level (excluding breaks) 

• Maintain a minimum 80% attendance  

• Achieve 60% or higher in the Skills Test 

A Certificate of Participation will be awarded to those who do not meet the required criteria, based on their current level. 

Minimum Attendance: Your attendance must not be below 80%.

Daily Attendance: Student visa holders must attend all scheduled classes (20 hours a week).

Academic Progress: To maintain satisfactory course progress, students must complete a Skills Test every 5 study weeks and achieve 65% or above in each macro skill (listening, reading, writing and speaking). 

Seeking Support: If you are struggling to maintain satisfactory course progress, you need to contact Albright student support services for assistance.  

Consequences of Non-Compliance: Failure to comply with the attendance requirements may result in the implementation of attendance intervention strategies and cancellation of your enrolment. 

For more information, please refer to the Albright Attendance Policy at www.albrightinstitute.edu.au/forms-and-policies/

Here’s what you need to know:

· You can request up to 2 weeks of self-managed holiday per level (if your level doesn’t already include the maximum 4 weeks of scheduled break).

· Please avoid scheduling study breaks during Skills Test weeks, as these are critical for your academic progress.

· Keep in mind that your Confirmation of Enrolment can’t end with a holiday period.

If you’re unsure about your options, our support team is here to help you every step of the way.