Each year, we teach English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) to more than 1900 students from all over the world.
You can study English with Hawthorn-Melbourne if you want to:
- enter Australian universities, colleges, Technical & Further Education (TAFE), Vocational Education & Training (VET) or Registered Training Organisations (RTO)
- get ready for an IELTS test
- expand your career options or prepare for employment
- open up new travel opportunities and experience Australia.
Why Choose us ?
Pathway to the University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne English Language Bridging Program is an established pathway for international students to the prestigious University of Melbourne.
Teaching English for over 35 years
Established in 1986, Hawthorn-Melbourne has been preparing students for further study in Australia for over 35 years.
High School Pathways
Our English for High School program, developing academic English language skills for high school, is recognised by both government and private high schools in Victoria.
Direct Entry Agreements
We a number of direct entry pathways to Victorian universities, colleges and insitutions for students planning to complete further studies in Australia.
Classroom Technology
Every classroom has an interactive SMART board.Your teacher will use the SMART board so you can learn with interactive, multimedia content.
Social Activities
Outside the classroom you can make friends, practise English and have fun with the Hawthorn Activity Program (HAP).
English Australia
We are members of English Australia, an association representing over 100 schools committed to delivering the highest quality education and support services.
All Hawthorn-Melbourne English teachers have degrees and internationally recognised TESOL qualifications.
Courses usually have two class teachers. This is so you can experience a variety of teaching styles and differences in English language use. Your teachers are dedicated to helping you reach your goals.
Independent Learning Centre (ILC)
Each day you will have 4 scheduled hours of class time. You will also have unlimited access to the Independent Learning Centre (ILC) during opening hours.
The ILC provides opportunity to develop the language skills you learn in the classroom. Your teacher will discuss the skills you need to practise with you. The ILC Coordinator is a qualified English teacher and can help you find the right materials and guide you to direct your own learning.
There are many activities you can do in the ILC, including:
conversation, pronunciation and grammar workshops
revising course modules using grammar aids, vocabulary and spelling enhancers, pronunciation clarification, reading and writing guides, and listening practice resources
watching English movies with (or without) English subtitles
online study and e-learning using English learning websites – the ILC Coordinator can help you find the best resources.
