Courses
 

General English (CRICOS Code 051334M):
 

From Elementary to Advanced:


From beginning students - essential vocabulary, basic grammatical structures and functions and skills development, through to students at Advanced level -able to competently use spoken and written English in a range of professional and academic situations.
Teaching is task based and students participate and practice language in meaningful situations.
Students will understand the importance of grammar and structure.
Courses are flexible and learner centred and can adapt to the needs and interests of the learner group.
Each course :10 weeks
English for IELTS (Entry Level 4.5 & 5 or equivalent) :

English for IELTS 1 (CRICOS Code: 054236M)
English for IELTS 2 (CRICOS Code: 054237K)
Each Level :10 weeks

Course Content -
The English for IELTS preparation classes emphasise the
development of spoken fluency
reading skills – understanding complex texts; what is not directly stated
listening for main ideas, detail, particular information, directions essay writing
understanding question types
active participation in the learning environment
while gaining confidence in approaching an IELTS test through completing practice tests.
   
EAP 1 (Entry Level 4.5) & EAP 2 (Entry Level 5) or equivalent:

English for Academic Purpose - Upper Intermediate (CRICOS Code: 054235A)
English for Academic Purpose 1 - Intermediate (CRICOS Code: 054234B)

Each Level:10 weeks

Reading, Writing & Listening Skills:for academic purposes: preparing well written, well structured assignments, developing reading skills that save you time, identifying main points and key ideas.
Clear thinking: understanding argument, fact, opinion, inference, reasons, conclusion.
Speaking skills: confidence in joining discussion, expressing an opinion, asking questions for clarification.
Independent Learning skills: time management, setting goals, writing a study timetable.
Library and Research skills: analysing information needs, critically evaluating data base search - what is relevant to assignment needs?
High School Preparation Program (Beginner to Upper Intermediate. Minimum entry age 15 years old ) :

High School Preparation Program (CRICOS Code: 058222G)

Course Detail - 25 hours classroom lessons
+ 5 hours of self access weekly and regular sport
English Language and Study Skills:

1) Grammar, vocabulary, academic reading and writing
2) Listening, speaking: confidence in joining discussion, expressing an opinion, asking questions for clarification.
3) Research and presentation skills
4) Study skills including goal setting, time management, organization, homework skills

Students have regular sport and social activities and are introduced to the language of specific school subjects: e.g. Maths, I.T., Science, History

Assessment: Parents and students receive written reports every 5 weeks

1) Reports will say how well students have progressed and where they need to improve
2) Assessment is regular and on-going. All classwork, homework and assignments are assessed and regular tests given.
3) The Program helps students get used to new ways of assessment that will experience when they go to High School

Matrix has a wide range of Pathway options for our students

Pathways: Click the image to enlarge.

Details of some of the pathways options:


I.D.E.A, our associate design college, providing pathways to degrees in Multimedia (animation), Graphic Arts and Communications. http://www.ideaonline.com.au/site2005/index.html (CRICOS 01808G)

Learn English in the city centre with Matrix before you go to Melbourne Institute of Business and Technology (MIBT): Commerce, Computing and Mass Communication: Cert IV to Diploma and articulation to Deakin degree programs. http://www.mibt.vic.edu.au/(CRICOS 01590J)


Matrix English can prepare you for study with William Angliss Institute of TAFE, the specialist centre for Hospitality, Tourism and the culinary arts. http://www.angliss.vic.edu.au/(CRICOS 01505M)

William Angliss can help you to succeed in Hospitality, Tourism or the culinary arts.


ANIBT: Australian National Institute of Buisness and Technology. For students planning to study Air-Conditioning. http://www.anibt.vic.edu.au/
Students choosing one of these pathways to achieve their goals - to graduate with a degree, or to get practical training in their field, can be assured of strong support and guidance in their first stage of study.
Matrix English - CRICOS Provider Number: 02578G.