Australian International College of Language
Stradbroke Plaza, 66 Marine Parade, Southport, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia 4215
The Australian International College of Language (AICOL) is a family owned English language school established in 1993. It is known for its uncompromising standards, caring and welcoming atmosphere, and attention to detail. Juniors from 6 years of age, teenagers, and adults of all ages can to study from one week to one year. Courses include Intensive General English, IELTS test preparation, Cambridge CAE and FCE Test Preparation, STEM subjects for high school preparation, and Summer and Winter camp programs. Parents and children are welcome.
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General Information
- Minimum age of students: 6
- Lesson duration: 90 min
- Maximum class size: 15
- Average number of students in group: 8
- Number of classrooms: 18
- School's foundation year: 1993
- Level placement test on the first day: yes
- The nearest airport: Gold Coast International Airport
- Distance from the nearest airport: 33 km
- School opening times: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday
- School closed on national and regional holidays: 01.01.2024, 26.01.2024, 25.04.2024, 01.05.2024, 16.08.2024, 02.10.2024, 24.12.2024, 25.12.2024, 01.01.2025, 27.01.2025, 18.04.2025, 21.04.2025, 25.12.2025, 26.12.2025
- Distance from the airport: OOL Gold Coast Airport 50 km, BNE-Brisbane Airport 90 km
Facilities
- Drink vending machine
- Snack vending machine
- Balcony / terrace
- Free WIFI
- Dining room
- Tea / Coffee room
- Kitchen for student use
- Garden
- Self study room
Facilities for disabled people
- Reception adapted for the disabled
Classroom equipment
- Air conditioning in all classrooms
- Audio-TV in some classrooms
The price includes
- Free certificate of course attendance
- WIFI Internet at school
- Language level placement test on the first day at school
Course materials:
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Leisure activities
| Activities | Included / at extra cost | Distance from school |
|---|---|---|
| Golf | AU$ | 10 km |
| Horse riding | AU$ | 15 km |
| Diving | AU$ | 1 km |
| Swimming | AU$ | .5 km |
| Volleyball | AU$ | 1 km |
| Dancing | AU$ | 1 km |
| Tennis | AU$ | 1 km |
| Windsurfing | AU$ | 1 km |
Courses
General English
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 48 |
| lessons per week | 24 |
| Lesson duration | 60 min |
| Minimum age of students | 14 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
Supplements
| Materials | 5 AU$ per week |
Course description
AICOL General English offers topic-based courses focusing on the development of general English language proficiency. It covers all the elements of speaking, reading, writing and listening. The course is fully accredited and may be taken on either a tourist visa for up to 12 weeks, or a student visa for longer than 12 weeks.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
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English for Academic Purposes (EAP) FCE, CAE, IELTS, PTE
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 48 |
| lessons per week | 24 |
| Lesson duration | 60 min |
| Minimum age of students | 14 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
Supplements
| Materials | 5 AU$ per week |
Course description
English for Academic Purposes includes IELTS, Cambridge FCE and CAE, and PTE Test Preparation. It is a pathway to Queensland TAFE colleges.
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Required minimum language level
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High School Preparation (HSP)
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 48 |
| lessons per week | 25 |
| Lesson duration | 60 min |
| Minimum age of students | 12 |
| Maximum age of students | 17 |
| Average number of students in group | 10 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
AICOL's English for High school Preparation is an Australian Government accredited intensive English course for students wishing to go to an Australian high school. It is approved by the Queensland Education Department as an English Pathway college for entry to State public schools. It is also accepted by many private high schools.
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Required minimum language level
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English for Young Learners
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 48 |
| lessons per week | 14 |
| Lesson duration | 90 min |
| Minimum age of students | 6 |
| Maximum age of students | 12 |
| Average number of students in group | 8 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
| Materials | 5 AU$ per week |
Course description
AICOL English language school offers quality English classes for children aged 6 to 13 years – English for Kids – a language course for young learners. Our Young Learner English course is CRICOS registered and helps to prepare young children for the future in a friendly, happy, healthy, loving and secure environment.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
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Accommodation
Host Family AICOL Homestay
AICOL has operated its own homestay placement service for over 25 years. Caring host families are chosen to provide a welcoming environment within which students can learn abut Australian society and also improve their English. All families must have police clearance checks. They will drive the students to school and pick them up after school, and provide 3 meals per day.
| Price includes: | access to free WIFI in the building, access to kitchen, weekly cleaning, access to the laundry room, bedding, towels, TV |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Distance from school walking | varies min |
| Distance from school by public transport | varies min |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 260 AU$ |
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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO THE BOOKING.
Description of the booking process, deposit payment, balance payment
1. Making a booking.
1.1 The booking will be made via langart.net through an online booking system.
2. Deposit payment
2.1 A deposit will be charged to the student at the time of booking.
3. Balance payment
3.1 The balance will be paid by the student to the school directly.
3.2 For the payment of the balance, the school will issue an invoice to the student, with the deposit deducted, and forward it to the student along with confirmation of enrolment and other documents relating to the booking. The invoice will include the methods of payment accepted by the school, as well as the deadline for payment.
For latest booking terms, to include changing the booking, cancellations, withdrawal from the course, and others, visit:
https://www.aicol.com.au/refund-policy/
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