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General English 1 – CRICOS Course Code: 097476F
General English 2 – CRICOS Course Code: 097477E
General English
Dedicated to preparing today’s students to be leaders in the complex world of tomorrow.
Course Content
Our General English course is designed for international learners looking to improve their overall English communication skills for everyday life, work, and study. The course helps learners build confidence and fluency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing through real-life topics, practical activities, and supportive teaching strategies. From learning basic conversation and classroom language in General English 1 to developing more structured writing and participating in discussions in General English 2, learners progress step by step toward more effective and independent communication in English.
Program Highlight
Course Duration/Fees
Minimum enrolment of 4 weeks up to a maximum of 24 weeks.
Classes are scheduled for 2 ½ days per week. Full-time studies require learners to attend a minimum of 20 hours of face-to-face delivery per week.
Tuition Fees: Please refer to Course Details/Prices link for more details.
Application Fees: $250
Resources Fee: Please refer to Course Details/Prices link for more details.
Timetable:
- 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday and Tuesday
- 8:00am to 1:15pm, Wednesday
The delivery methods for this course include
- The course is delivered through engaging, face-to-face sessions at the KCBT campus (Perth).
- The learning environment is interactive and collaborative, combining a variety of software and resources with carefully designed activities. The learners are encouraged to actively participate in each lesson by talking and learning together with their classmates and the teacher.
Entry Requirements
Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years old at the start of the course
English Requirement: A suitable level of English is needed for learners to understand and attempt tasks in this course.
Learners are required to either:
- provide evidence of English proficiency level (via an internationally recognised testing score)
- provide level certificate from a previous Australian education provider
- achieve the required score for the intended level in the KCBT placement test
Course content
Each week, learners engage in various activities, explore new topics, and gain different skills while following a study schedule.
General English 1
- Learners build their basic English skills through simple, everyday topics. Reading lessons help learners understand signs, short texts, and basic instructions using fun activities like matching, and group tasks. In Writing, learners study how to build clear sentences, fill out forms, and write short messages. Speaking lessons focus on useful conversations like introducing yourself or asking for help, using role-plays, flashcards, and pronunciation practice. Listening tasks include short dialogues and instructions, helping learners know how to catch important words and respond correctly.
General English 2
- Learners develop their skills through real-life topics and practical activities. In Reading, they explore texts like articles and short stories while learning how to find key information and understand meaning. Writing lessons focus on organising ideas into clear paragraphs and essays, with support through brainstorming and feedback. Speaking classes help learners feel more confident in conversations and group discussions, using role-plays, debates and pronunciation practice. For Listening, learners work on understanding everyday conversations and short talks by learning to take notes, predict content, and focus on key details.
Assessment
The course uses a combination of formative and summative assessments to support learner progress and measure overall English proficiency. Formative assessments are conducted weekly through unit tests, allowing learners to demonstrate their understanding of the skills covered in class. Every 10 weeks, a summative level test is administered to assess learner’s overall proficiency and determine their suitability to progress to the next level.
Certification
All learners who study at KCBT receive a certificate upon completion of their course, outlining the course they studied, its duration, and the level of English they achieved.
Study Pathways and Career Opportunities
General English 1
- Learners enrolling in this course aim to build their basic English skills for daily communication. The course builds a solid language foundation, helping students gain the confidence to interact in basic social and practical contexts. GE1 also prepares learners for further language study, such as progressing to General English 2 (GE2), or pursuing employment opportunities that require essential English proficiency.
General English 2
- Learners enrolling in this course aim to improve their overall English communication skills for social, and work-related situations. The course helps learners develop the confidence and language ability needed to interact effectively in everyday environments. These skills also support future goals, such as pursuing vocational studies in Australia or enhancing career opportunities where English is required.
Programs Cost
Our program costs are designed to remain transparent competitive and accessible for students from diverse backgrounds. Each academic program includes tuition fees, registration charges and essential learning resources ensuring students receive high-quality education and comprehensive academic support Costs may vary based on program type, course load, and mode of study (on-campus, hybrid, or online) We aim to provide exceptional value through modern facilities, expert faculty, and industry aligned curriculum making your investment in education both meaningful and future-focused.