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Successful completion of USC's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programs, with the required passing grade, meets English language requirements to study for most undergraduate or postgraduate degrees.
USC offers programs taught by experienced TESOL-qualified English language teachers on our USC Sunshine Coast campus.
For more information about the pathway that best suits your needs, visit English language requirements.
Do you have questions? Refer to our English Language Program frequently asked questions (FAQs).
USC offers three levels of English for Academic Purposes programs, from intermediate to advanced. Find out more information about the classes, entry pathways and program structure below.
CRICOS course code: 059941A
USC's academic English pre intermediate programs are excellent preparation for further English language studies.
Our pre intermediate programs offer:
- skills for writing paragraphs and short essays
- skills for short oral presentations
- assessment including a basic research report, listening and reading tests
- use of University facilities and resources
- IELTS Exam preparation
- a certificate on course completion (if satisfactorily attended)
Successful completion will allow you to progress to intermediate English language programs (EAP 1).
The pre intermediate level programs are 10-week, full-time (25 hours per week) courses (250 hours in total).
CRICOS course code: 059941A
USC's academic English intermediate programs are excellent preparation for further English language studies.
Our intermediate programs offer:
- skills to participate in seminars and lectures
- essay writing
- assessment includes assignments, reading and listening tests and an oral presentation
- use of University facilities and resources
- IELTS exam preparation
- a certificate on course completion (if satisfactorily attended)
Successful completion will allow you to progress to upper intermediate English language programs (EAP 2).
The intermediate level programs are 10-week, full-time (25 hours per week) courses (250 hours in total).
CRICOS course code: 059941A
USC's academic English upper intermediate programs are excellent preparation for most USC degree programs.
Our upper intermediate programs offer:
- academic skills and study strategies
- university style assessment items
- assignments, reading and listening tests and an oral presentation
- use of USC facilities and resources
- opportunities to experience a variety of lectures at USC
- IELTS Exam preparation
- a certificate on course completion (if satisfactorily attended)
Successful completion at the required level will allow you to progress to advanced English language programs (EAP 3) and will satisfy the minimum English language requirement for entry into most undergraduate and postgraduate programs, and some programs which have non standard English language requirements. Refer to our English language requirements for further information.
The upper intermediate programs are 10-week, full-time (25 hours per week) courses (250 hours in total).
CRICOS course code: 059941A
USC’s academic English advanced programs are excellent preparation for postgraduate programs or professional work placements.
Our advanced programs offer:
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academic skills consolidation
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university style assessment items
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use of USC facilities and resources
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opportunities to experience real-life lectures at USC
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seminars and tutorials for speaking practice and oral presentations
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IELTS Exam preparation and strategies for success
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consideration of individual study pathways
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blended and collaborative learning opportunities
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a certificate on course completion (if satisfactorily attended)
Successful completion at the required level will satisfy the minimum English language requirement for entry into most undergraduate, postgraduate programs and some programs which have higher English language requirements than standard programs. Refer to our English language requirements for further information or contact study@usc.edu.au
The programs are 10-week, full-time (25 hours per week) courses (250 hours in total).
This timetable is indicative of a weekly USC EAP class schedule where the program is being offered in hybrid mode (face to face and online).
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| 11am-1pm | Integrated skills | Integrated skills | Integrated skills | Lecture | Integrated skills |
| 1pm-2pm | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 2pm-4pm |
Grammar Questionnaire design |
Listening Academic reading |
Academic reading Group discussion |
Grammar Computer training |
Academic writing Speaking: Presentation skills |
| One hour every day at a time convenient to you | Self-directed study (with materials prepared by your teacher) | Self-directed study | Self-directed study | Self-directed study | Self-directed study |
Each English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program runs for a total number of 10 weeks (25 hours per week, 250 hours total).
All programs are offered in hybrid mode which means they will run via face to face and online learning. Students who are studying in Australia on a Student visa must attend face to face.
EAP in 2021
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Program |
2021 dates * |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP 1 |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP 2 |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP 3 |
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* excluding public holidays
EAP in 2022 (tentative dates)
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Program |
2022 dates * |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP F |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP 1 |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP 2 |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP 3 |
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* excluding public holidays
Please note: All dates are correct at the time of publishing. Where a public holiday falls on a Monday, English Language Program classes will commence on Tuesday.
| 2021 Queensland Public holiday | Day | Date |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Friday | 1 January 2021 |
| Australia Day | Tuesday | 26 January 2021 |
| Good Friday | Friday | 2 April 2021 |
| Easter Monday | Monday | 5 April 2021 |
| Anzac Day | Monday | 26 April 2021 |
| Labour Day | Monday | 3 May 2021 |
| Sunshine Coast Show (Sunshine Coast only) | Friday | 11 June 2021 |
| Queen's birthday | Monday | 4 October 2021 |
| Christmas Day | Monday | 27 December 2021 |
| Boxing Day | Tuesday | 28 December 2021 |
| 2022 Queensland Public holiday | Day | Date |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Monday | 3 January 2022 |
| Australia Day | Wednesday | 26 January 2022 |
| Good Friday | Friday | 15 April 2022 |
| Easter Monday | Monday | 18 April 2022 |
| Anzac Day | Monday | 25 April 2022 |
| Labour Day | Monday | 2 May 2022 |
| Sunshine Coast Show (Sunshine Coast only) | Friday | 10 June 2022 (TBC) |
| Queen's birthday | Monday | 3 October 2022 |
| Christmas Day | Monday | 26 December 2022 |
| Boxing Day | Tuesday | 28 December 2022 |
| English Language Programs | Entry requirements |
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| English for Academic Purposes EAP F | One of the following (or equivalent as approved by USC International on a case-by-case basis):
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| English for Academic Purposes EAP 1 | One of the following (or equivalent as approved by USC International on a case-by-case basis):
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| English for Academic Purposes EAP 2 | One of the following (or equivalent as approved by USC International on a case-by-case basis)*:
*Where EAP2 is used to progress into EAP3, different entry requirements will apply. |
| English for Academic Purposes EAP 3 |
EAP 3 used to prepare for a formal English language test to meet Nursing or Social Work program requirements One of the following (or equivalent as approved by USC International on a case-by-case basis:)
EAP 3 used to meet standard English language requirements One of the following (or equivalent as approved by USC International on a case-by-case basis):
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All students are required to complete a comprehensive level test on arrival at USC, even if English test results have been supplied.
2021 and 2022 Tuition fees
In 2021 and 2022, all EAP students will receive USC's 15% International Student Outlook (ISO) Scholarship.
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English Language Programs |
2021 & 2022 tuition fees |
2021 & 2022 tuition fees less ISO Scholarship |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP F |
A$4800 (10 week block) |
A$4080 (10 week block) |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP 1 |
A$4800 (10 week block) |
A$4080 (10 week block) |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP 2 |
A$4800 (10 week block) |
A$4080 (10 week block) |
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English for Academic Purposes EAP 3 |
A$4800 (10 week block) |
A$4080 (10 week block) |
For programs commencing in 2021 and 2022, USC will waive the application fee of A$260.
A plain English summary of the University’s refund policy and procedures can be found at refund of fees for English Language Program students.
You should also review estimated living costs.
Notes
- Tuition fees are reviewed each calendar year. The fee you must pay for a given teaching block is that which has been approved by USC for the calendar year in which the teaching block commences.
- Any increase in tuition fees from one calendar year to the next will be no more than 7 percent.
- All prices quoted are in Australian Dollars (A$).
- Tuition fees quoted do not include visa application fees.
- Program details are subject to change.
- For semester dates refer to the academic calendars.
- Refer to the Student Fees and Charges - Governing Policy for information about administrative fees that may apply
Applying to USC is easy! Simply follow the steps at How to apply.
- If you would like assistance with the application process you may like to apply via a USC representative
- Depending on the program you apply for, a pre-departure test may be required
- There is no application deadline for English Language Programs
- For programs commencing in 2021 and 2022, USC will waive the application fee of A$260
Prior to applying, make sure you have:
- Read and understood the student rules, policies, procedures and guidelines
- Read and understood the conditions of enrolment
EAP Scholarships
Onshore international students commencing in the EAP program in 2021 will receive the following scholarships:
- 15% off your entire EAP program*, AND
- An additional A$1000 off your first 10-week EAP block, AND
- 15% off your entire USC program (eg Bachelor or Master)*, AND
- An additional A$1000 off your first semester/session in a USC program
Offshore international students commencing in the EAP program in 2021 will receive the following scholarships:
- 15% off your entire EAP program*, AND
- An additional A$1000 off your first 10-week EAP block, AND
- a 50% tuition fee reduction for your USC program (eg Bachelor or Master) until the end of 2022, provided you remain outside Australia^, AND THEN
- 15% off for the remainder of your USC program (eg Bachelor or Master)*
In 2021, all EAP classes will be offered via face to face and online learning.
For more information contact your USC representative or the International Office.
* This is the 15% International Student Outlook (ISO) Scholarship.
^ This is the 50% Start Online & Save (SOS) Scholarship.
Jessica Zheng
Jessica is from China, and is studying in the Academic English program at USC.