Further information
UWA CELT offers preparation courses for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination.
Depending on your needs and availability, UWA CELT offers a range of programs for IELTS exam preparation
Short Courses
The short IELTS Preparation course runs for 15 hours over 2 weeks and will have a focus on both Academic and General Training modules and each class will be tailored to the needs and English ability of the students. The breakdown of classes is as follows:
Week 1: Monday & Wednesday 5pm-8pm.
Week 2: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 5pm-8pm.
The cost of the course is $300.
For further information, please contact the UWA IELTS team on (+61 8) 6488 2904.
Five-week full-time course
UWA CELT also offers a five-week full-time (20 hours per week) IELTS Examination Preparation course at an upper-intermediate level. The course examines each section of the IETLS test, providing you with the skills necessary to improve your IELTS score.
To apply for this IELTS Examination Preparation course, please complete a UWA CELT application form.
Sample Timetables
UWA CELT runs dual timetables for mainstream programs. IELTS Examination Preparation Course usually runs as an afternoon program (1:00pm - 5:15pm) however, the timetable is subject to change to a morning program (8.30am - 12.45pm) at the discretion of the UWA CELT Academic Management Team. Confirmation of the program times will be provided to students at time of enrolment.
IELTS Examination Preparation Course: 20 hours per week afternoon program
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1pm - 3pm | Reading skills reading & identifying main & supporting arguments | Vocabulary development through exploration of Academic Word List | Integrated skills (reading and writing) reading & identifying argument and structure of a text | Integrated skills practice with focus on oral and aural communication | Integrated skills with focus on development of grammar & usage and writing skills |
| Afternoon break (15 minutes) | |||||
| 3.15pm - 5.15pm | Listening skills integrated skills with a focus on strategies for developing listening comprehension | Speaking skills strategies for developing clarity and fluency | Writing skills development of skills in the writing process | Integrated skills with focus on development of vocabulary and reading skills | Integrated skills practice with focus on oral and aural communication |