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La Trobe International College

In 2007, the Language Centre (est.1974) merged with the Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs unit (est.1995) to become the International College. With over 35 years of English language teaching expertise, quality accreditations by peak industry bodies, including ISO 9001: 2008, the International College provides students with a highly-integrated educational and cultural experience. Students have access to comprehensive student support services, including accommodation (on and off campus), student advisers and counsellors, and computer labs, as well as access to La Trobe University facilities, student clubs and associations. The International College is based at the Bundoora (Melbourne) campus, and offers:

English Programs:

• English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS), including: English for Further Studies: (our Direct Entry English Language program for University entry), General English, and Business English
• Professional Experience Program (English plus internship)
• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) training – via the University of Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA),
• Overseas Teacher Training programs
• Specialised group programs and study tours;

Foundation Studies:

The Foundation Studies program offers an academic bridge into first year of any university degree.

Students obtaining the minimum required grades and any stated prerequisites as set by each Faculty are guaranteed a place in their chosen course. Entry requirements for each degree are predetermined see www.latrobe.edu.au/international/downloads/apply_req.pdf

Diploma Programs:

The Diploma of Business Administration and the Diploma of Information Systems offer equivalents to University first year. Successful students gain entry into second year of the corresponding degrees.

Foundation Studies and Diploma courses are taught in a small classroom coursework environment designed to improve the students’ academic and English language skills. University level Diploma subjects are moderated and assessed by the faculties. These programs are also offered via associate universities, and by other institutions overseas and in Sydney. For more details, go to www.latrobe.edu.au/fsp/paths.html.