22646VIC Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study)

VU course code: 22646VIC | Level of study: TAFE

Duration

0.5 years full time

Delivery mode

Face to Face

Fees

VET

Location

Footscray Nicholson, St Albans, Sunshine, Werribee

Applications closed

Overview

Develop the English and academic skills needed to achieve in higher studies, with a Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study) 22646VIC from Victoria University.

This course is designed for people learning English as an additional language.

It will help you develop English-language speaking, listening, reading, writing and learning skills for further education.

In this English course, you will develop strategies for learning and the skills to:

participate in complex conversations about study
give complex spoken presentations related to study
read and write complex information for study purposes
understand and take notes from complex information for study purposes
learn about the education system in Australia
analyse study tasks and written information
search library and information databases.

Note - Location availability will depend on student demand. Location preferences and availability are discussed with applicants during the application process.

: The 22646VIC Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study) outcomes support EAL learners who require consolidation of advanced level English speaking and listening, reading and writing skills and study skills prior to accessing a range of further study pathways including Higher Education or VET. The course develops English language communication and research skills and knowledge at a complex level together with knowledge of the Australian education system. The course is intended to provide participants with the following education outcomes:

developing vocabulary related to further study contexts and tasks including some specialist terminology

applying conventions of complex written and spoken texts related to further study contexts

applying study conventions related to interpreting, researching, planning, drafting and referencing complex written texts for further study purposes

using note-taking methods from complex written and spoken texts in further study contexts.
: This certificate is part of the Western Melbourne English Program (WMEP). Find out more about the WMEP program and its support services.
: VU’s Learning Hub is a welcoming space where you can improve your study and employability skills.
Our students can attend Learning Hubs at one of five VU campuses.
We offer maths, writing, careers and English-language advice, and show you effective ways to study and manage your time.
Our programs include:
workshops
drop-in sessions
peer mentoring
maths and writing resources
resume and career guidance.
We also have accessibility support services and counselling services available for all students.

This course is nationally recognised training.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your education, work experience, current skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a different course. We call this a ‘pathway’.

You may also be eligible for ‘Recognition of Prior Learning’, which lets you finish your course more quickly when you have gained some of the skills required from past study or work experience.

Entry criteria

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.