General English

Become confident using English in social and everyday business situations. Our General English course, available in both the day and evening, provides you with intensive development of practical, real-world English. 

Learn to communicate accurately and become more confident using English in everyday business and social settings.

Why is the UEC General English program the best choice?

• Key language skills – General English provides intensive development of practical, real-world English. Students will learn to communicate in a spoken and written form, develop strategic listening skills and improve their use of grammar.
• Customise your program – Our electives allow you to customise your course by focusing on subjects that you find interesting or important.
• Study for longer – If you choose to enrol in our daytime classes, you can further personalise your General English experience by attending three additional, Flex classes each week. 

What will you study in the General English course?

The General English program will support you as you develop your skills in:

• Listening
• Speaking
• Pronunciation
• Vocabulary
• Grammar
• Reading
• Writing

Applied Learning

Use practical, real-world English to practice conversation with classmates from all over the world. Improve your writing and grammar, and develop strategic listening skills.

Language Technology Classes

Take ownership of your goals through technology-supported learning in our Language Technology Classes.

Elective Classes

Twice each session you choose from a variety of classes designed to focus on areas of your choice. These classes provide you with the opportunity to advance your language skills in a variety of specialised areas. Sample classes include:

• Business English
• Vocabulary
• IELTS Preparation
• Media Studies
• English for Hospitality

Flex Classes

Three additional classes are held each week on the day course to enhance communication skills. These flexible classes focus on listening, speaking and pronunciation and allow you to customise your learning program. Classes include:

• Active Listening
• Pronunciation Clinic
• Speaking Fluency Practice

Sample weekly timetable

Lower Intermediate + Elective
Day Program: 22.5 hours per week (20 contact teaching hours + 2.5 hours of Flex classes per week)
Evening Program: 20 hours per week

How do I move up an English level?

To make sure your English classes are challenging and suited to your ability, you are assessed throughout the course. The standard of your classwork and your test results at the end of each 5-week session help determine your next class level. Each level is 10 weeks long, but there is flexibility to move up at the end of every five weeks depending on your individual performance.

Is higher education your goal?

When you begin your studies in General English, after a minimum five weeks of study at Lower Intermediate level you can take the Academic English entry test. Successful completion of the Academic English Preparation program prepares you for higher education in Australia.