Sydney

City Campus

Melbourne
City Campus

2014

Leading innovations

language teaching

Experts in English

Recognised for course innovations Specialists in motivating people toward their goals Committed to caring for our students

Learning

Central Locations Sydney & Melbourne ...... 4 Great Campuses .............................................. 6

Environment
Leading Innovations ....................................... 8 General English ................................................ 10 General English Plus ....................................... 12 Pronunciation & Fluency ................................ 14 IELTS Test Preparation ..................................... 16 Cambridge Test Preparation, FCE & CAE ..... 18 English for Academic Purposes ................... 20 Friday Study Choices ..................................... 22 Flexible Study Options .................................. 24 Easy Course Changes .................................... 26

Study

Opportunities
Diverse Nationalities ....................................... 28 Brilliant Teachers .............................................. 29 Industry Contribution ...................................... 30 Student Services .............................................. 32 Social Activities & Job Club ........................... 34 Accommodation .............................................. 36 MEGT Australia ................................................ 38

College

Culture

Central Locations
Famous laneway bars & cafes
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Western D istr ibu tor

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Circular Qua y
CBD Royal Botanic Gardens

Yarra River
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River Yarra
Rd ilda St K

Darling Harbour

15 mins

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Flinders St Station

Federation Square

Pyrmont

George Street

5 mins

City centre shopping

2m ins

Trams & buses

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City centre shopping

Hyde Park

City R d

Druitt S treet
Fresh food markets
5 mins 2 mins

10 m ins

Ci ty

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National Gallery of Victoria

ABILITY English Ultimo

Qu ay Str ee t

Geor ge St reet

The Arts Centre

Royal Botanic Gardens

Chinatown

Funky bars & shops

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Surry Hills Central Station

2 mins

Bus stop

Fe rri es

Queen Victoria food markets

Melbourne
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Melbourne
Number 1 most livable city in the world
Our Melbourne City Campus is very close to:
Flinders St station (trains & trams) Main tram lines & bus stops Main tourist attractions; the Yarra River, Federation Square (cultural centre), Royal Botanic Gardens Major museums & art galleries Famous laneway cafes & small bars City centre shopping Easy tram ride to St Kilda Beach Queen Victoria food markets Affordable restaurants from around the world

Sydney
Voted 7th most livable city in the world
Our Sydney City Campus is very close to:
Sydneys university district Central station (trains & buses) Main tourist attractions; Darling Harbour, Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens Major museums & art galleries Fresh food markets City centre shopping Easy transport to Sydneys most famous beaches Funky shops & bars Affordable restaurants from around the world

2012 EIU Rankings for the Most Livable City in the World
Country Melbourne Australia City Rank Overall Rating (100=ideal) Stability Healthcare Culture & Environment Education Infrastructure

97.5

95

100

95.1

100

100

Sydney Australia

96.1

90

100

94.4

100

100

(100=ideal; 0=intolerable)

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Learning Environment
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Come and study in Australia one of the most beautiful countries in the world

Great Campuses

Modern Facilities
In the past twelve months all our ABILITY English campuses have been fully redesigned so that your study experience is the best it can be. Every classroom has upgraded technology with wireless internet, digital projectors and computers. Throughout the college are student computers you can use at your leisure to check emails or Facebook, print documents you need or research important information for your life in Australia. Each campus has a multimedia library with English learning software that you can use to study in your free time. We have bright, clean kitchens for you to cook and store your food, with free tea and coffee facilities and an abundance of microwaves and fridges. There are social areas on every oor, including a student lounge with couches for you to talk with friends and relax. After hours the lounge can turn into a party venue with a stage and sound system, music and karaoke nights, as well as a cinema with a projection screen for lm nights. We design our colleges so you have the optimal environment to learn well and learn for life. Modern bright classrooms Free computer access Wireless internet access in all areas of the campuses Free tea, coffee & an ABILITY cup Kitchen, lunch room, microwaves & fridges Video cameras & digital projectors Rooms for self study Access to self-study English programs in the Multimedia Library Prayer room

I think this school really meets my expectations because weve got quite a lot of great facilities; huge computer rooms where we can study after class or if we want to look something up on the internet. We also get a huge kitchen and we can prepare meals. The location of the school is just perfect, two minutes from Central Station so really easy to access. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpijFq1A0i8 Anais, France

www.ability.edu.au/why-us/modern-facilities

Learning Environment
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Experience a college designed to help you learn, grow and connect

Leading Innovations
A+
ABILITY COURSES Grammar Vocabulary Reading & Writing Listening & Speaking Pronunciation Academic Preparation Intercultural Communication

Find the best ABILITY course below to meet your language goals.

Progress Testing

General English General English Plus Pronunciation & Fluency IELTS Test Preparation Cambridge Test Preparation English for Academic Purposes

regular focus

strong focus

Pronunciation

Improve your speaking faster

Good pronunciation is very important. ABILITY English has one of the best reputations for pronunciation training in Australia. We teach pronunciation and uency skills with a teaching method unique to ABILITY. Good pronunciation training improves your listening and increases your uency. Our pronunciation method teaches you to speak with condence in English.

Intercultural Communication
Invest in your future global career
We live in a globally connected world and that world speaks English. International communication in the workplace is more common now than ever before. Our specialised intercultural communication training prepares you to communicate and succeed in your English conversations. We train you how to talk with people from different cultures, how to understand different cultures and how to adapt your communication so you gain friends and the job of your dreams.

Academic Preparation

Expand your potential and take your study further

At ABILITY English we know that different students have different goals, and that students learn in various ways. Our expert teachers fully prepare you for any course you want to study, any test you want to take, and help you work your hardest to be your academic best. You will get the practice you need to get the best possible results.

Speaking & Listening

The more you talk in English, the more you master English
In our courses we are constantly challenging you to speak English as much as you can. Practice is the only way you are going to improve so we have built our courses to give you maximum conversation practice. As well as this, we give you a very high level of error correction when you make mistakes, and help you to understand your mistakes so that you can x them. The more you listen, the better you speak. Improve your speaking while you make lots of new friends from all over the world!

www.ability.edu.au/our-english-courses/general-english-general-english-plus

Study Opportunities
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Experts at teaching important English language skills in new and effective ways

Innovative Courses

General English
Pronunciation
Our General English course teaches all the skills you need to be highly competent in the English language. We make sure all your skills are developed to a high level and
One focused class per week, Beginner to Avanced

Intercultural Communication

continuously check that you are improving well. Our teachers work hard to keep your English improving as fast as possible. These classes are fun and interactive, with

One focused class per week, Intermediate to Advanced

Speaking & Listening

Focus on social communication

excellent English and lifelong friends being common results.

Grammar

Fundamental grammar with error correction

Sydney 076947J

Vocabulary

Course features
Experienced energetic teachers Highly interactive, social class style Full teaching of vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading & writing Strong speaking focus Weekly testing & teacher counseling to go up levels faster Friday Study Choices electives to help you strengthen your skills Day or evening courses

Fundamental everyday English

Melbourne 074555G

Reading & Writing

Fundamental everyday English

Progress Testing

Weekly grammar tests, fortnightly speaking & listening tests

A+

CRICOS Code: English Language Programs

Course Type 14 hours 20+3 Day 20+3 Evening

Length

Start Dates

Core Classes 14 hours Mon to Thurs

Times 8.30 / 9.00 to 12.15 / 12.45 8.30 / 9.00 to 14.30 / 15.00 17.00 to 21.30

Optional Classes nil 3 hours Friday 9.00 to 12.15 3 hours Friday 9.00 to 12.15

Entry Level

1 - 72 weeks

Any Monday

Sydney Beginner to Advanced Melbourne Beginner to Advanced

20 hours Mon to Thurs 20 hours Mon to Fri

PLEASE NOTE: Start and nish times may change without notice. Check the website www.ability.edu.au for entry level testing requirements. 14 hour courses are only available for Working Holiday Visa holders and Tourist Visa holders.

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Study Opportunities

Fun and social classes teaching fast communication

GE

Innovative Courses
English Australia ETS TOEFL Award for Innovation in ELICOS

2011

WINNER

General English Plus

Pronunciation
If you want General English learning but want to excel quickly towards a focused goal this course is the best option for you. This course is an option at the Intermediate and Upper
One focused class per week

Intercultural Communication
Focused classes on critical thinking

Intermediate level of English, and helps you succeed better in IELTS Test Preparation, Cambridge Test Preparation and EAP courses. It also teaches you important Business English.

Academic Preparation

This is the perfect course if you have big goals and like to be pushed to study hard for better results.

IELTS test, Cambridge test, Business and Academic content

Speaking & Listening

Presentation skills

ABILITY English won the 2011 English Australia Innovation Award for this course because we teach General English in different ways for different types of students.

Grammar
Sydney 076947J

Fundamental grammar & error correction

Vocabulary

Focus on vocabulary for specic purposes

Course features
Innovative award-winning course Serious teaching style Pushes students forward Prepares for study & work goals Develops all skills strongly Weekly testing & teacher counseling to go up levels faster

Melbourne 074555G

Writing & Reading

Mix of everyday & academic writing

Progress Testing

Weekly grammar tests, regular IELTS & Cambridge practice tests

A+

CRICOS Code: English Language Programs

Course Type

Length

Start Dates

Core Classes

Times 8.30 / 9.00 to 12.15 / 12.45

Optional Classes

Entry Level Sydney Intermediate and Upper Intermediate Melbourne Intermediate and Upper Intermediate

14 hours 1 - 72 weeks 20+3 Day Any Monday

14 hours Mon to Thurs

nil

20 hours Mon to Thurs

8.30 / 9.00 to 14.30 / 15.00

3 hours Friday 9.00 to 12.15

PLEASE NOTE: Start and nish times may change without notice. Check the website www.ability.edu.au for entry level testing requirements. 14 hour courses are only available for Working Holiday Visa holders and Tourist Visa holders.

www.ability.edu.au/our-english-courses/general-english-plus

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Study Opportunities

Intense and serious study preparing you for specic goals

GE+

Innovative Courses

The PRON teaching method

Pronunciation
We train you to build new muscle memory, connecting your brain, your body, your emotions & the English language.

Repetition
You listen to natural spoken English again and again. You then intensively repeat until it is correct.

Oral Correction
We analyse your personal speech problems and intensively re-train your speech patterns.

Neural Networks
We teach pronunciation as a chain of sounds that communicates a social, psychological, or emotional message.

Pronunciation & Fluency

Pronunciation
This course is an intense and personalised speaking correction course to help you sound more like a native speaker. It is a full-time focused class that re-trains the way you speak English. We
Intensive pronunciation error correction

Speaking & Listening

teach pronunciation and uency skills using the PRON method. The method is exclusive to ABILITY English and we give our teachers specialised expert training only available here.

Intensive conversation skills training

Grammar

Grammar training through sound

Sydney 076947J

Course features
Vocabulary & Listening
Vocabulary training through sound

Unique pronunciation method Intensive speaking training Personalised diagnosis of your speaking problems Builds condence & uency Smaller class sizes for personal attention Builds vocabulary for everyday situations Improves listening Learn how to speak English like a native speaker Only available at ABILITY English

Melbourne 074555G

Progress Testing

A+

Weekly recorded tests to track improvement

CRICOS Code: English Language Programs

Course Type

Length

Start Dates

Core Classes

Times

Optional Classes

Entry Level Sydney Pre Intermediate to Advanced Melbourne Intermediate to Advanced

20+3 Day

5 or 10 weeks

Every 5 weeks

20 hours Mon to Thurs

8.30 / 9.00 to 14.30 / 15.00

3 hours Friday 9.00 to 12.15

PLEASE NOTE: Start and nish times may change without notice. Check the website www.ability.edu.au for entry level testing requirements.

www.ability.edu.au/our-english-courses/pronunciation-uency

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Study Opportunities

When you learn how to say it you learn how to hear it

PRON

Innovative Courses

The IELTS Test is an internationally recognized English level test used for employment, immigration and university entry.

IELTS Test Preparation

Pronunciation
Pronunciation training for the IELTS speaking test

Your goal could be to study at a university in Australia, or any English speaking country. Your goal could be to apply for a work visa in an English- speaking country. This course fully

Academic Preparation

prepares you for these goals, and the IELTS test. Our expert teachers have the knowledge to get you the IELTS score you need.

Academic skills needed to excel in the IELTS test

Speaking & Listening

Skills development for the IELTS speaking & listening test

Grammar

Training in complex grammar structures needed for the IELTS test

Course features
Sydney 076947J

Vocabulary

Training in complex vocabulary needed for the IELTS test

Total test training in the writing, reading, listening & speaking test skills Full practice tests weekly in real test conditions Comprehensive vocabulary training Detailed test tips Personalised student feedback Help with your personal test weaknesses Day or evening courses ABILITY English 2013 average score of 7 .0

Melbourne 074555G

Writing & Reading

Intensive writing skills development & error correction

A+

Progress Testing

Weekly full IELTS practice tests with personalised feedback & detailed test-taking tips

CRICOS Code: English Language Programs

Course Type 20+3 Day 20+3 Evening IELTS Part-time (Evening only)

Length

Start Dates

Core Classes 20 hours Mon to Thurs 20 hours Mon to Fri Min 4 hours, max 10 hours, min 2 weeks Mon to Fri

Times 8.30 / 9.00 to 14.30 / 15.00 17.00 to 21.30

Optional Classes 3 hours Friday 9.00 to 12.15 3 hours Friday 9.00 to 12.15 nil

Entry Level Sydney Upper Intermediate to Advanced Melbourne Upper Intermediate to Advanced

Every Monday 1 - 14 weeks Any Week Night

19.30 to 21.30

PLEASE NOTE: Start and nish times may change without notice. Check the website www.ability.edu.au for entry level testing requirements. IELTS Part-time courses are only available for Working Holiday Visa holders and Tourist Visa holders.

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Study Opportunities

ABILITY English students average IELTS score for 2013 - 7 .0

IELTS

Innovative Courses

Cambridge Tests are internationally recognized English level tests used for employment, immigration & university entry.

Cambridge Test Preparation

Pronunciation
The Cambridge FCE or CAE test is recognised by some of the biggest multinational companies in the world. The test results are also accepted for university and immigration requirements in many countries. We have
Pronunciation training for the Cambridge FCE & CAE speaking tests

Speaking & Listening

excellent teachers and years of experience getting students the scores they need.

Strong level of preparation & skills development for the Cambridge FCE & CAE speaking & listening tests

Grammar

Training in complex grammar structures

Course features
Sydney 076947J

Vocabulary

Training in complex vocabulary needed for the Cambridge tests

Total test training & detailed test tips Personalised student feedback Full practice tests weekly Experienced Cambridge teachers Closed classes working intensely together Smaller class sizes for personal attention We organize your test booking Multimedia library access for self-study Three course intakes per year Cambridge certicates are valid for your whole life

Writing & Reading

Melbourne 074555G

Preparation for the Cambridge FCE & CAE writing & reading tests

Progress Testing

Weekly full Cambridge FCE & CAE practice tests with personalised feedback & detailed test-taking tips
A+

CRICOS Code: English Language Programs

Course Type

Length 10 - 12 weeks

Start Dates 06.01.2014 17.03.2014 08.09.2014 06.01.2014 17.03.2014 08.09.2014

Core Classes

Times 8.30 / 9.00 to 14.30 / 15.00

Optional Classes 3 hours Friday 9.00 to 12.15

Entry Level Sydney Upper Intermediate to Advanced Melbourne Upper Intermediate to Advanced

20+3 Day

20 hours Mon to Thurs

20+3 Evening (FCE Sydney only)

10 -12 weeks

20 hours Mon to Fri

17.00 to 21.30

3 hours Friday 9.00 to 12.15

PLEASE NOTE: Start and nish times may change without notice. Check the website www.ability.edu.au for entry level testing requirements.

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Study Opportunities

Prove your English prociency to the world

FCE CAE

EAP Pathways
ABILITY English has many partner colleges that recognise the academic excellence of our English Academic Preparation courses. After you study with ABILITY English you can study Certicates, Diplomas, Undergraduates or Postgraduates with any of our reputable partners listed below.

ABILITY EAP Scores

ABILITY English has a unique scoring system. Every ABILITY EAP student graduates with a score that will earn them entry into a reputable Australian partner to continue their Australian study experience. Below are the course options and ABILITY partners that you can choose from when earn your ABILITY EAP score.

ABILITY

EAP 2

Certicates
ABILITY EAP Score 2 = IELTS 5.5

ABILITY

EAP 3

Diplomas
ABILITY EAP Score 3 = IELTS 6.0

NSW 02517K VIC 03289J

VIC 02926D

NSW 00665C

NSW 02800G

VIC 02692F

NSW 02155J

NSW 02761J

NSW 03057C

NSW 00911E

NSW 00911E

NSW 02411J

NSW 00246M, QLD 03107J, VIC 03252M

NSW 01682E

NSW 00591E

NSW 01484M

NSW 02386E

NSW 03171A

NSW 01576G

VIC 01590J

VIC 01534F , WA 02492C, QLD 00231G, NSW 03132G

NSW 01505M

NSW 03350J

NSW 00312F

NSW 02913J SA 02426B

NSW 02684F

NSW 02725B

NSW 02631G

NSW 01241G QLD 03135E WA 02621K

NSW 00012G

University Foundation Courses

ABILITY

EAP 2-3

ABILITY EAP Score 2-3* = IELTS 5.5-6.0

NSW 00098G

VIC 00111D

NSW 00917K

Undergraduate Courses
ABILITY ABILITY EAP Score 3-5* = IELTS 6.0-7 .0

EAP 3-5
VIC 02386E NSW 01259J VIC 01534F , WA 02492C, QLD 00231G, NSW 03132G NSW 01484M NSW 03171A NSW 02761J NSW 02738G NSW 02913J SA 02426B

Postgraduate Courses
ABILITY ABILITY EAP Score 4-6* = IELTS 6.5-7 .5

EAP 4-6
NSW 00917K VIC 01534F , WA 02492C, QLD 00231G, NSW 03132G NSW 03048D NSW 03171A NSW 02913J SA 02426B

*This EAP list may not be eligible for SVP partnership. For SVP partnership please contact us at info@ability.edu.au

English for Academic Purposes

Pronunciation
Pronunciation for presentations

Our EAP course prepares you for all the possible language challenges you will experience in a university or college. We thoroughly train you in the challenging skills of writing essays in English, doing presentations in English and understanding the expectations in an English-speaking college or university.

Intercultural Communication

What to expect in an Australian education institution

Academic Preparation

Academic Preparation for studying in an English-speaking education institution

Speaking & Listening

Course features
Direct pathways to many colleges and universities A well-designed practical program Strict academic teaching methods Dedicated and experienced teachers Strong training in the different genres of academic writing Instruction on how to analyse statistics and argue in English Practical instruction on how to take notes in lectures Learn to reference and paraphrase in English Learn to give academic presentations in English Help understanding Australian university and college expectations Weekly personalised feedback

Detailed academic presentation skills

Grammar
Sydney 076947J

Training in complex grammar structures

Vocabulary

Intensive vocabulary training for academic life

Melbourne 074555G

Writing & Reading

Intensive reading & writing academic training

Progress Testing

Weekly academic tests with personal feedback.

CRICOS Code: English Language Programs

A+

Course Type

Length

Start Dates

Core Classes

Times

Optional Classes

Entry Level Sydney Upper Intermediate to Advanced Melbourne Upper Intermediate to Advanced

20+3 Day

10 weeks

Every 5 weeks

20 hours Mon to Thurs

8.30 / 9.00 to 14.30 / 15.00

3 hours Friday 9.00 to 12.15

PLEASE NOTE: Start and nish times may change without notice. Check the website www.ability.edu.au for entry level testing requirements.

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Study Opportunities

Expand your education, succeed in life

EAP

Extra Classes

Friday Study Choices*

Every Friday, ABILITY English has 3 hours of elective classes in our Study Choices program to support your English more. We offer a variety of classes that you can choose each week to personalise your English development. The Friday Study Choices are a mix of social and serious study. These classes are optional and exible to best suit your needs and lifestyle.

A+

IELTS & Cambridge Test Practice Exams

This is a 3 hour practice test the same as the real test, with the same time pressure and intensity as you will experience on your test day. After the test our teachers give you detailed personal feedback so you can improve your personal problems very quickly.

Media Studies
Learn English while studying newspaper articles, news video clips and magazines common in Australia, improving your speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Vocabulary for Real Life

In this class we give you the tools to be understood on the street and in everyday life in Australia.

International Business
Learn the latest trends in global business communication; study what has worked and how to achieve success.

Music & Listening

Learn English by listening to music and learning about different musicians.

DVD Club
Watch movies in English and train your listening towards English sounds and accents.

Writing Workshops
Learn to write well for a variety of situations and contexts.

Conversation
Improve your speaking and listening in a vibrant atmosphere.

* Study Choices program subject to change and is available only to students who have enrolled in 20+3 DAY and 20+3 EVENING courses.

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Study Opportunities

Optional classes greater chance to improve

Sydney & Melbourne 20+3 Day

General English all levels

Sydney 20+3 Evening

Melbourne 20+3 Evening

Sydney & Melbourne 14 Hours

General English all levels

General English Pre Int - Adv

General English Pre Int - Adv

General English Plus

IELTS Test Preparation

IELTS Test Preparation

General English Plus

Pronunciation & Fluency

FCE Test Preparation

IELTS Test Preparation

FCE Test Preparation

CAE Test Preparation

English for Academic Purposes

Flexible course choices to suit your lifestyle

Flexible Study Options

20hrs + 3hrs Day
Core study Friday Study Choices 20 hours weekly core study from Monday to Thursday 3 hours weekly of optional classes Friday morning Easy to work in the evening or Fridays All visa types

20hrs + 3hrs Evening

Core study Friday Study Choices 20 hours weekly core study from Monday to Friday 3 hours weekly of optional classes Friday morning Classes start conveniently at 17:00 for day workers All visa types

20hrs + 3hrs Private

Core study Private tuition 20 hours weekly core study either day or evening 3 hours weekly private classes at exible times Fast intensive personalized learning All visa types

14 hours
Core study Study only until lunch time Monday to Thursday Lots of free time to work or sight-see Working Holiday/Tourist visa holders only

Part-time IELTS
From 4 to 10 hours weekly Different class choices from Monday to Friday Each night of the week is a different skill You choose where you need the practice Working Holiday/Tourist visa holders only 19:30 to 21:30, minimum four hours per week, maximum 10 hours per week, minimum two weeks enrolment

Private Tuition
From 1 to 23 hours weekly Premium option for personalised learning with language training experts Private classes tailored to your personal language-learning needs Classes are scheduled around your personal preferences

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Study Opportunities

6 course choices for your personal study experience

Flexible Courses

Easy Course Changes

At ABILITY English we have different course options to help you focus on your personal learning goals. As your English improves your options expand. At ABILITY we help you decide what is best for you and make sure your course changes are quick and easy. Quick & easy changes between courses Academic counselling to help plan your future Course options to build skills for specic goals

Beginner

Elementary

Pre Intermediate

Intermediate

Upper Intermediate

Advanced

General English General English Plus IELTS

FCE CAE EAP Pronunciation & Fluency

*PLEASE NOTE: Sydney only

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Study Opportunities

Rene your goals then change your course quickly & easily

International Friends

Dont just learn about other cultures, learn with other cultures

Diverse Nationalities
ABILITY English is famous for attracting students from a wide range of countries. Because you will be studying with students from every continent you will build a diverse network of international friends, future colleagues and contacts. Visit our website to read our latest news posts, student blog and Facebook page to see the diverstity of our students and the great things we do together at the college. www.facebook.com/abilityenglish www.blog.ability.edu.au

Finland Sweden

Germany
Belgium

Poland Ukraine

Czech Republic Slovakia

Austria

Russia

France Portugal Spain

Switzerland

Hungary

Italy
Greece

Turkey
Iraq Saudi Arabia Afganistan Pakistan

Mongolia

Japan
Iran

China
Hong Kong Taiwan

Korea

Venezuela Colombia

India
Thailand

Philippines Cambodia Vietnam

Brazil
Peru Paraguay Chile Indonesia

www.ability.edu.au/why-us/diverse-nationalities

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College Culture

When you nd the right teacher half the work is done

College Culture

Brilliant Teachers
Academic Preparation Specialists
At ABILITY English we only hire highly competent and specialised teachers. We look for teachers with High level qualications Experience as IELTS examiners Experience as Cambridge examiners Experience teaching multiple nationalities in different locations Teachers who have published academic papers about English language acquisition Teachers who have presented at industry conferences

Conversation & Communication Experts

We have invested heavily in developing a unique method of pronunciation and speaking training based on the latest English language teaching academic research. Because of this, our teachers are Highly skilled pronunciation experts Trainers of other teaching professionals in the industry Able to increase greatly your personal error awareness

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Brilliant Teachers

ABILITY English teachers recognised for quality & expertise

Industry Contribution
Teacher Professional Development
At ABILITY English twice a year we have a Teacher Professional Development day where our teachers are given training in a range of English language teaching areas. We do this so you get the best theoretical and practical knowledge in all your lessons. When we invest in our teachers, we invest in you.

2013 Industry Awards and Presentations

Taking the myth out of teaching pronunciation English Australia Conference 2013 Perth, Australia Teaching Pronunciation Communities of Practice Professional Development Festival Sydney Australia Leadership Tools for ELT Campus Management English Australia Professional Development Program Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane Australia

Industry Awards and Presentations by ABILITY English Academic Staff

The staff at ABILITY English have received awards and been invited to present at many key English language teaching events and conferences in recent years. It is great for us to see the excellence of our academic staff being recognised and contributing to English language teaching expertise.

2012 Industry Awards and Presentations

English Australia/IELTS Leadership Award Teacher training for Thai English and VET teachers English Language Symposium Bangkok Thailand Becoming a Mimic; Getting the Most out of Pronunciation English Australia Conference Sydney Australia Innovative Approaches to Teaching General English NEAS Conference Sydney Australia

English Australia Award for ETS TOEFL Innovation in ELICOS

2011

2011 Industry Awards and Presentations

English Australia/TOEFL Innovation Award for the General English Plus course Pronunciation & Fluency in English; Giving your Students a Voice ACPET Conference Brisbane Australia

WINNER

Award Winner

2012

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College Culture

College Culture

We look after your worries you look after your studies

Student Services
Studying in another country is exciting because everything is so new, but because it is new it can also bring new challenges. When you experience these challenges we are there to help you succeed.

English Only Culture

The fastest way you learn English is to practice all day every day. All the teachers and staff at ABILITY challenge you daily to stop speaking in your own language and start speaking with different cultures in English. This English Only culture helps you focus on your English practice and we have designed our school to help you with this goal.

Student Support
We have friendly Student Services staff who are ready to help you with everything you need. They are available to help you with Understanding life in Australia Booking student activities Medical service information Navigating a new city Problems and complaints Information about weekend activities Help with housing Student counselling Translation if needed

Academic Counseling Culture

At ABILITY English we take your English improvement very seriously. That is why we have an academic counselling and education planning session every week. The Academic Manager will contact you to meet and plan your personal study goals. You, the Academic Manager and your teacher then work together to make sure you stay on track.

On my rst day at ABILITY I was a bit nervous, but when the receptionist saw me she really made me feel relaxed. I suppose most people who study English in Australia feel a bit frustrated while they work and study. At ABILITY, student services not only help you, but also listen to you, as well as give you some advice. They are my mentors and I am sincerely glad I chose ABILITY. I will always appreciate their courtesy and kindness. Taka, Japan

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College Culture

Friendly Atmosphere

Your home away from home

Social Club
To help you have a good time in Sydney and Melbourne we organise regular social events with teachers and staff to get everybody together; such as parties, pool nights, karaoke nights, sport and movies. We also offer a booking service for weekend trips to local sights. Write your CV

Job Club
Every week our Job Club meets to support you while you work in Australia. We assist you to

Prepare for a job interview Find the best places to look for work Understand Australian taxation Understand your work rights Understand your visa work conditions

Every Week
We have social events in the evening with a teacher to have some fun together.

Every Month
We have a student party at a local venue with different themes.

Every 3 Months
We have class end-of-term picnics and a social event with the whole school, such as boat cruises, lm nights and our famous annual culture day. I went to ABILITY to look for staff that could work in a very multicultural team. Lubo Flimel had the perfect skills I was looking for, and I soon made him a manager because of these skills. The company sponsored him and he has Look at photos of our latest parties on Facebook: www.facebook.com/abilityenglish Check our blog written by our students: www.blog.ability.edu.au just received his permanent residency. Im proud to have Lubo on my team. Victoria Cornaga, Head Chef Yalla Foods

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Housing Solutions

Urbanest, Sydney

Wake up!, Sydney

Different people, different lifestyles, different housing solutions

Accommodation
When you travel to another country to study its great to have local people you can trust helping you organise your life. When you book your course with us we can also organise your accommodation for a reasonable fee. I enjoyed my experience staying with an Australian family. My host family made me feel very comfortable and I felt like I was at my own home. You feel very welcome and a part of the family. I never felt homesick. Yesenia Cruz, Venezuela

Homestay Accommodation
Stay with a local Engish-speaking family Learn about Australian culture Practise your English day and night Mon-Fri: breakfast and dinner provided Weekends: breakfast, lunch and dinner provided All accommodation less than 50 mins from ABILITY by public transport Great option for younger students

Independent Accommodation
Different housing options for different prices Student housing: Housing designed especially for students, with internet, desk and study area Backpackers: Housing designed especially for travellers - cheap, good locations, very social environment Lodges/Guest houses: Independent accommodation within a big house - your own room, some cooking facilities, like a home

If you are interested in our accommodation choices and conditions go to our website www.ability.edu.au and contact us or download our accommodation brochure.

www.ability.edu.au/student-services/accommodation

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MEGT Australia

Big Enough to SupportYou, Small Enough to KnowYou

MEGT Australia
ABILITY English is part of MEGT Australia, a 100% owned, not-for-prot Australian company. MEGT Australia started 31 years ago and are experts in preparing students with practical work skills to be careerready. MEGT has worked with over 100,000 employers in Australia and is a well-recognised and stable Australian organisation. Not-for-prot company Nearly 70 ofces nationwide and in the United Kingdom Operating since 1982 Works closely with the Australian government training and educating Australians Large, safe and secure

MEGT Australias industry association membership

Two weeks after studying here at MEGT Institute I got my rst job. At the interview, what I learnt from MEGT helped me to answer all the questions more easily. Im so happy in my course here Singrid, Brazil http://youtu.be/4qDc93_ky8g

http://megtinstitute.edu.au

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General English
I like General English because Im learning a lot of new words. Im improving my English and I have made many new friends. I have met people from many countries and learned about their cultures. Our teachers are great, I can explain myself better and now I think in English. Karen Villena, Peru

General English Plus

When I decided to go to Australia I had just one goal - to improve my English so speaking with a native speaker was a pleasure and not torture. The General English Plus course at ABILITY English was a really good experience for me.The course balances speaking, writing, listening and reading and I realise now that each part is essential to reach my target. If English matters for you this is the right course to help you keep on track. Milo Gabri, Slovakia

IELTS Preparation
I came to ABILITY English to improve my IELTS results so I could get my Civil Engineering qualication recognised here in Australia. I got the result I needed and I am now working as a Project Engineer in Sydney. The staff at ABILITY are amazing and really push you with your learning.

Pronunciation & Fluency

A friend of mine attended this course before and she recommended it to me. She said it was a life changing course, so I decided to come to Australia, and fortunately it turned out to be true. Now I am moving to New York for my new job with a highly reputable international company that operates in over 140 countries. Noriko Tomahiro, Japan

Sydney City Campus

CRICOS Provider Code: 01530K

Julian Vera, Colombia

10 Quay Street Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia Phone +612 9211 4161 Fax +612 9211 4899

Melbourne City Campus

CRICOS Provider Code: 03112A

Level 3, 55 Swanston Street Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia Phone +613 8080 7877 Fax +612 9211 4899

info@ability.edu.au

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

The EAP course is a very demanding and challenging course. Now I am studying at Macquarie University, and looking back I am extremely grateful for what I learnt. I was extremely shy and found doing presentations difcult but now I can present with condence. The most important thing I gained from EAP is that I am equipped with academic writing skills. Ryoko Ofusa, Japan - Studying at Macquarie University majoring in Cultural Studies

FCE and CAE Preparation

I am currently working as an Operation Ofcer in a nance company in Sydney. I studied FCE at ABILITY English which gave me the condence I needed to use English in the workplace. The teachers at ABILITY are very dedicated and really helped me so I could work in the same industry in Australia as I did at home in Brazil. Renata Baptistini, Brazil

www.ability.edu.au

ABN 60 075 234 007 Ability Education Pty Ltd trading as ABILITY English Division of MEGT Education