English Language & TESOL Courses

CRICOS Provider Number 02623G RTO Number 91109

About UsInternational House Sydney is one of Australia’s most highly regarded English language and Teacher Training centres. Established in 2001, International House Sydney is an industry leader in both teaching English to international students and training teachers to lead those classrooms.

English language ability is seen as a key step in establishing and developing a successful career in the globalised world. International House Sydney offers a great opportunity to achieve individual student goals with English. With a great range of English programmes taught by experienced and highly trained teachers in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, students will be assured of a rewarding experience.

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Our FacilitiesOur classrooms are custom built for language teaching and TESOL training. They are spacious, comfortable and well-equipped with modern audio visual equipment. Our students and trainees also have access to computers and Wi-Fi throughout the centre and study rooms for self access. In addition we provide a lounge area and kitchen facilities for our students’ comfort.

Our LocationWe are located in the heart of vibrant and multicultural Sydney, within walking distance of public transport, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Hyde Park, Chinatown and Sydney’s best shopping and entertainment.

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Book one of our Intensive Courses and choose from General English, Cambridge Exam Preparation or EAP. Enrol in one of our Semi Intensive Courses and choose General English, Cambridge Exam Preparation, IELTS, Skills Class or Speaking & Pronunciation.

We offer Flexible Learning, allowing Semi Intensive students to move between morning and evening and back again, at no additional cost.

Intensive and Flexible Semi Intensive Courses with Desired Outcomes

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Intensive Courses 25 hours per week

› General English › Cambridge Preparation FCE & CAE › IELTS Academic Preparation EAP

Semi Intensive Courses 20 hours per week

› General English › Cambridge Preparation FCE & CAE › IELTS Academic Preparation IELTS › Skills Class › Speaking & Pronunciation

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Course Outcomes Aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference, our courses are based on the latest professional research, with an emphasis on real-life communication skills: developing speaking, writing, reading and listening skills while improving practical understanding of grammar, vocabulary and functional language.

Reference Course Names

IELTS CEFR GE IELTS Academic (EAP) Cambridge Teacher Training Younger Learners

9C2 CELTA8

7 C1 IELTS & EAP 2 CAE

Cert IV TESOL6 Advanced

B2 FCE J-Shine / ETYL (TECSOL)

5 Upper IntermediateIELTS & EAP 1

4 B1 Intermediate

3 Pre Intermediate

A22 Elementary

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Learn EnglishMotivating lessons, high quality teachers, flexible study options and new friends from all over the world.

Our courses provide general English development in speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, taught with a practical, communicative approach in a real life environment.

CRICOS course code: 062541B

Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses First Certificate in English FCE Certificate in Advanced English CAE

Cambridge English exams are accepted by over 15,000 universities, employers and governments around the world. The Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) accepts Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) scores for most visa applications.

International House Sydney is an authorised Cambridge test centre. Students are able to take the Cambridge exam for FCE and CAE throughout the year.

CRICOS course code: 065635E

CRICOS course code: 070829G

Entry Criteria: › FCE Preparation: Upper Intermediate level

› CAE Preparation: Advanced level

Course Start & Duration: › Course duration is 4, 8, 10 or 12 weeks of study for

each level

› January is a 10 week course. Starting in March, courses begin every 4 weeks

Please check our website for course dates and exam dates.

Key Features:Comprising five practical, skills-based papers in:

› Reading, writing, use of English (grammar), listening and speaking

› Practical, real-life writing tasks including writing business letters and reading authentic texts to build vocabulary

› Professional interview techniques

› Exam techniques and independent study skills carefully developed

› Certificate awarded by the University of Cambridge after passing the Cambridge exam

Course Start & Duration: › Course duration is 2-12 weeks of study for

each level. We offer 5 levels

› Start every Monday except public holidays and Christmas break

Levels of Study:

Key Features: › Intensive course includes the Friday Electives, e.g.

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› Ongoing testing and assessment throughout the course

› Academic counselling available

General English

Elementary Pre Intermediate Intermediate Upper Intermediate Advanced

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Key Features: › Increasing English language skills in the key IELTS

test areas: writing, speaking, listening and reading

› Developing familiarity with the IELTS test format testing and exam preparation

› Practising a range of test-taking strategies within set time limits

Key Features: › Examination skills

› Academic research skills and study skills

› Academic vocabulary, writing, listening and reading skills

› Oral presentation skills and tutorials

Course Entry Criteria Exit Level

IELTS 1 Strong Intermediate or IELTS score of 4.5 IELTS 5.5-6.0

IELTS 2 Upper Intermediate or IELTS score of 5.5 IELTS 6.0 or above

Course Entry Criteria Exit Level

EAP 1 Strong Intermediate or IELTS score of 4.5 IELTS 5.5-6.0

EAP 2 Upper Intermediate or IELTS score of 5.5 IELTS 6.0 or above

Semi Intensive IELTS Academic Preparation IELTS

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is a worldwide recognised English test. Over 1.7 million candidates take the test each year to start their journeys into international education and employment. Prepare for the general or academic modules of the IELTS exam to enter an Australian university, or for immigration purposes.

Intensive IELTS Academic Preparation English for Academic Purposes EAP

By taking this course, students can gain direct entry to one of our 35+ pathway partners for further studies, without the need of taking the IELTS exam. A list of our current partners can be found on our website.

CRICOS course code: 062542A

CRICOS course code: 062542A

Course Start & Duration: › Course duration is 2-24 weeks of study

› Start every Monday except public holidays and Christmas break

Course Start & Duration: › Course duration is 12 weeks for each level

› Start every Monday except public holidays and Christmas break

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Teach EnglishOur Approach Our Teacher Training courses are developed in conjunction with leading schools, universities, governments and other organisations, providing our graduates with a competitive edge and allowing them greater choice of employment, study and other opportunities worldwide.

Course DevelopmentThe course covers classroom techniques, awareness and analysis of language, how to teach skills, planning and resourcing, and further develops teaching techniques and professionalism. Highly practical in nature, the course provides participants not only with an understanding of communicative teaching methodologies, but also the opportunity to put these into practice by teaching real students in classes.

Key Features: › Internationally recognised qualification

› High job prospects as IH Sydney has an internal recruitment system

› 2 weeks optional graduate internship

› No previous teaching experience required

› Develops job ready skills

Cambridge CELTA Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults

Upon successful completion of the course, graduates receive the prestigious CELTA certificate issued by the University of Cambridge. The course covers classroom techniques, awareness and analysis of language, how to teach skills, planning and resourcing, and further develops teaching techniques and professionalism.

This course is suitable for Native or Near-Native English speakers who want to work in private language schools around the world. Successful graduates of the Cambridge CELTA course may choose to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) towards the Certificate IV in TESOL.

Course Details: › 4 weeks full time or 10 weeks part time

› 120 class hours (100% attendance is required)

› An additional 120 hours of reading, lesson preparation and assignments

› Entry criteria: Non-native speakers with an overall IELTS 7.5 level of English

› Please check our website for course start dates

Our Teachers and TrainersOur teachers and trainers come from diverse backgrounds. As a minimum, all teachers hold a university degree and an accredited TESOL qualification. Most importantly, all of our teachers and trainers are passionate about what they do - they love teaching and the English language! They are dynamic, dedicated and professional.

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Key Features: › Practical skills to teach children

› Knowledge of how children learn at different ages: 4-6 years, 7-9 & 10-12 years

› Classroom management techniques

› Using songs, games, story telling, craft, puppets and rhymes in the younger learners classroom

› Planning a series of lessons

English for Teaching Younger Learners TECSOL This course prepares students who have an Intermediate level of English or above to teach English to children aged 4 to 12 years. It develops students’ own English language skills, and covers teaching methodology and activities with an emphasis on communicative ability from an early age.

CRICOS course code: 053722E

Course Details: › Starts every Monday except public holidays and

Christmas break

› 4 weeks full time, Monday – Friday, 20 hours per week

› Optional: 2 weeks of work experience in a preschool

› Entry Criteria: Intermediate level

› Assessment based on teaching practice, presentations and overall performance in classroom activities. There is no final exam

› J-Shine qualification available: add extra subjects in Japanese and work experience at a preschool

Key Features: › Teaching speaking, writing, reading and

listening skills

› Planning and evaluating lessons

› Evaluating TESOL teaching materials for classroom use

› Managing the English language classroom and the teaching and learning environment

› Understanding different learner styles and motivation for teaching

› Six hours observation of qualified teachers

› Six hours of observed and assessed teaching practice

Certificate IV in TESOL Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages This highly practical course introduces the current teaching methods, practical teaching ideas and a range of TESOL resources and lets you obtain a government accredited and internationally recognised certificate to teach English to adults. Furthermore, it is designed for non-native speakers who want to enter the English language teaching profession, whether they have any teaching experience or not.

CRICOS course code: 086290G

Course Details: › Starts every Monday except public holidays and

Christmas break

› 8 weeks full time, Mon – Fri, 5 hours per day

› 2 weeks optional graduate internship

› 200 class hours plus 210 hours self study through online learning

› Entry Criteria: Upper Intermediate level

› Teaching Knowledge Test TKT course and exam available during or after TESOL course

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DUAL Qualification: Certificate IV in TESOL & English for Teaching Younger Learners TECSOL Get dual qualifications in Certificate IV in TESOL and TECSOL in 10 weeks. This double qualification gives you the knowledge and skills to teach both adult and younger learners with greater speed and at less cost than if undertaken as separate courses.

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The Best Nationality Mix in AustraliaWith classmates from all over the world, students not only enhance their English skills, they also experience a variety of cultures.

Thailand & Southeast Asia Switzerland Spain & Portugal Korea Japan

Brazil

Italy, France & Belgium

Czech, Slovakia,

Poland & Hungary

Colombia & Other Spanish Speaking

Latin American Countries

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32% Asia

15% Latin

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3% Middle East

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50% Europe

This has been the best decision of my life. I can easily see the improvement of my English skills. Beril from Turkey IELTS

Honestly, I am loving it! Because I am learning more than I was expecting and the teachers are just amazing.Tania from SPAIN TESOL

All the teachers are really nice and have lots of knowledge and I’m satisfied with the system and content in these courses.Sujin from Korea TESOL & ETYL

The school has a high level of education and an interesting

mix of nationalities.Fernando from Brazil

General English

I haven’t just improved my language skills but I have also learnt about other cultures.Astrid from Colombia CAE

Our students come from the following regions:

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Other Services › Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) › Accommodation › Airport transfer › Job seminar › Academic counselling

Social ActivitiesWhen you study with us, it’s not all hard work! We offer a wide variety of free activities during the week and excursions on the weekend.

International House Sydney organises free activities for students every week, and day trips to explore the areas surrounding Sydney every weekend. From beach barbeques, trips to Taronga Zoo and sports activities to dolphin watching cruises at Jervis Bay or a day tour of the scenic Blue Mountains, you will find our program a great way to see Sydney, practise your English and make lifelong friends.

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International House was founded in 1953 with the aim of providing an innovative approach for learning English and other languages. The International House World Organisation is today made up of 155 schools in over 50 countries worldwide.

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