Bradford College is situated on the campus of the University of Adelaide and specifically prepares international students for entry into undergraduate courses at the University of Adelaide, one of Australia's leading universities. Bradford College offers two pathways to study in Australia in undergraduate programs at the University of Adelaide - our Foundation Studies and the Degree Transfer.

English language program

General Academic English

English Language Preparation for Academic Study In Australia

Your first step towards success at University starts with good English communication
Become a confident speaker of English
Programs taught by qualified and experienced teachers of English as a second language
Accredited by the National ELT Accreditation Scheme (NEAS)

The General Academic English program (GAE) is designed to develop your English language skills in preparation for successful entry into your mainstream academic program of study.
The College’s English language program concentrates on developing the skills you will need to become a successful and confident language user. Emphasis is placed on improving your general language skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. You will study a variety of topics which are interesting and fun, and relevant to students studying in Australia.

You are assessed regularly with weekly reviews, writing tasks, practice tests and an end of program exam. Participation and your classroom use of English are also taken into consideration. Your program is based in the classroom with some excursions and activities which take you out into the community to use the language you have learnt.

Key Facts

Programs

IELTS 4.5 overall (two bands of 4.0 and one band of 4.5) or equivalent	30 weeks
IELTS 4.5 overall (three bands of 4.5 or higher) or equivalent	25 weeks
IELTS 5.0 overall (one band of 4.0 or 4.5 in two bands) or equivalent	20 weeks
IELTS 5.0 overall (one band of 4.5) or equivalent	15 weeks
IELTS 5.0 overall (all bands 5.0 or above) or equivalent	10 weeks
IELTS 5.5 or equivalent	5 weeks