EAP

English and Academic Preparation

The English and Academic Preparation (EAP) program consists of a nested set of units within three courses, EAP Level 1 (20 weeks) and EAP Level 2 (10 weeks) and EAP Level 3 (15 weeks). These courses prepare students for entry into Higher Education degree courses by enhancing English language and academic enculturation.

Units include: Critical Literacy for International Students; Western Academic Culture; Practical Application of Academic Skills in Higher Education.

Objectives

The English and Academic Preparation (EAP) is designed to enable students to:

actively participate in tertiary study at the University of Ballarat;
understand the linguistic and cultural factors which underlie academic discourse in English;
identify cultural variations in styles of teaching and learning;
Develop the relevant theoretical framework and skills necessary to inform the practical application of academic skills in Australian Higher Education Institutions;
apply new skills and knowledge effectively in authentic academic situations.

English and Academic Preparation (EAP) 10-weeks

CRICOS Code: 050429A
Campus: Mt Helen
Entry Requirement: A minimum IELTS 5.5 overall score (with maximum two individual bands of 5.0)
Course Fee A$3,100.00
Entry Dates: 27 April 2009, 28 September 2009
Further information: EAP 10-week Course Description

English and Academic Preparation (EAP) 15-weeks

CRICOS Code: 058664C
Campus: Mt Helen
Entry Requirement: A minimum IELTS 5.5 overall score (with three individual bands of 5.0)
Course Fee A$4,650.00
Entry Dates: 9 March 2009, 17 August 2009
Further information: EAP 15-week Course Description

English and Academic Preparation (EAP) 20-weeks

CRICOS Code: 050427C
Campus: Mt Helen
Entry Requirement: A minimum IELTS 5.0 score overall
Course Fee A$6,200.00
Entry Dates: 2 February 2009, 13 July 2009
Further information: EAP 20-week Course Description

Please refer to the EAP Information Guide for further information regarding EAP programs.

EAP Staff

KIMONIDES, Christine Phone (Int +61 03) 53279613 EAP Director / Course Coordinator

McGUIGAN, Fiona Phone (Int +61 03) 53279694 Sessional Lecturer

MACLAREN, Rosalea Phone (Int +61 03) 53279694 Sessional Lecturer

ROBERTSON, Fiona Phone (Int +61 03) 53279626 Assistant Course Coordinator

KRISHNAN, Gloria Phone (Int +61 03) 53279672 Administration Officer

EAP Links

English Corner
International Student Programs