About English Language Institute
The English Language Institute is located in the heart of Melbourne and is part of Victoria University. At ELI you can improve your general English, prepare for study at an Australian TAFE or university or take part in a customised group study tour.
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Why English Language Institute?
English language courses at the English Language Institute help you:
- improve your general English language skills
- prepare to study in an Australian TAFE or university course
- prepare to sit an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test
- improve your English language skills through a specialised Study Tour in areas such as business, health or English language teaching methods
- prepare to sit an Occupational English Test (OET)
Our services and facilities
If you study an ELI course you will be enrolled as a student of Victoria University. This means you have access to great facilities, excellent teachers and a wide range of resources and services.
Services
- an orientation program for new students
- help with finding accommodation
- counselling for international students
- assistance with progressing onto further study at Victoria University
- English language testing for international students both on and off shore
Facilities
- a language and computer laboratory where you can access emails, the Internet and multimedia learning materials
- a Self-Access centre where you can relax, read the newspapers and talk with your fellow students
- comfortable carpeted, heated and cooled classrooms
- a student lounge a campus library and bookshop
Apply to ELI
Our English language courses include social and cultural activities so you can discover Melbourne's attractions and surrounds while practising your English.
Our courses are taught by a team of highly skilled teachers and are offered at all levels from elementary through to advanced. Find out more in our International English Courses brochure.
To enrol in one of our English language courses, complete an application form for ELICOS courses.
Accreditation
ELI is accredited by the National English Language Teaching Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) Australia. It is a member college of English Australia (EA) and the University English Centres of Australia (UECA).
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Make an enquiry
Contact English Language Institute
Phone: +61 3 9919 1175
Email: eli@vu.edu.au


