Study English Language

English for Tertiary Studies (ETS) is our premium direct entry English course for students who need to improve their English in order to gain admission to undergraduate or postgraduate university study. It is a skills-based course which provides a thorough introduction to the educational requirements for tertiary study and helps students think critically about university life and culture. The course focuses on developing language skills and strategies and using language in academic contexts as well as developing strong tertiary study skills. 

Our English for Tertiary Studies (ETS) course is for students who have a conditional offer for either a postgraduate or undergraduate course at UOW, but have not yet met the University’s English language requirements.  Depending on your level of English, you may need a 6-week, a 12-week, or an 18-week ETS course. On successful completion of the ETS course, you are able to transition directly into your UOW program, without needing to undertake an external English language exam.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) is for students who want to develop the foundations of English for studying in tertiary programs. It provides an opportunity to learn English language in context in preparation for university study. After successful completion of a core unit of study, students may have the option to: 

1. Enter the advanced level ETS program to reach university entry level  
2. Enter our Foundation Studies course 
3. Enter a UOW College Australia Diploma course. 

Our EAP course helps students to prepare for more formal academic studies in English. Students develop academic language skills and have the opportunity to practise these, as well as developing skills in both critical thinking and independent study skills. If you are wanting to move into our Foundation Studies, Diploma or ETS programs, but don’t yet meet the entry requirements for English Language, this course is for you!

Introduction to Academic Studies (IAS) prepares international students for academic life and for living in Australia. It is designed to develop and refine a wide range of academic skills necessary for success in university study. The social aspects of beginning a new life in a foreign country are also a focus of classroom and excursion activities. Students who take the IAS course have already met university entry requirements and have been offered a place in either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree course. On completion of IAS, students will proceed to university. 

If you are an international student who has already met the English Language requirement for your studies at UOW, but would like to build your confidence and develop those academic skills required at university, this course is for you.

Wanting to improve your English language skills for either work or study? Our General English program allows students to develop their understanding of Australian and international culture while improving and practising their language skills in a fun and interactive environment. 

General English courses are offers five levels of General English for beginner, elementary, intermediate and upper-intermediate English language students. 

English plus Uni provides a great opportunity to participate in undergraduate academic subjects and fully experience university life, while continuing to develop your English language skills. You may not have quite met the English language requirements for UOW entry – so why not study English for 14 hours a week, and audit a first-year university subject or two? Meet local students and experience life as a university student is Australia, but continue to receive language instruction to develop your skills and confidence during the program. This program is offered at specific times which align with UOW Session dates.

English Plus Uni is designed for study abroad students who need to improve their English skills but would like to sample one or two undergraduate subjects from selected fields of study.