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BROWNS English Language Courses

General English >>
Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) Preparation >>
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) Preparation >>
IELTS Preparation >>
Business English >>

English + Surfing >>
English + Scuba-Diving >>
English + Golf >>
English + Tennis >>

English + Volunteer (Child Care or Aged Care) >>
English for Seniors (50+) >>
Private Tuition for Executives/Professionals >>
Group Study Tours >>

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General English – Beginner to Advanced
CRICOS Course Code: 054999A

Our General English course provides a fast and effective way for you to learn English. The course uses communicative English language teaching and concentrates on the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. You will also focus on vocabulary development, pronunciation, fluency practice, conversation skills and practice of grammatical structures.


Hours:

25 hours per week

Levels:

1. Beginner Sample Timetable >>
2. Elementary Sample Timetable >>
3. Pre-Intermediate Sample Timetable >>
4. Intermediate Sample Timetable >>
5. Upper-Intermediate Sample Timetable >>
6. Advanced Sample Timetable >>

Course Length:

1 - 50 weeks

Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

Every Monday

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement

Visas:

Student Visa, Working Holiday Visa and Tourist Visa

Price:

General English Price >>

General English Course
Franck Dunkelmann (GERMANY)

“Before I studied English at BROWNS I couldn’t speak very well but after 6 weeks I learned so much natural English. Lessons are a good combination of conversation, grammar and fun. Thank-you for all I have learned”

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Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) Preparation
CRICOS Course Code: 061169C

Cambridge University FCE Exam Preparation

Our Cambridge FCE Preparation Course will help you prepare for the First Certificate in English examination. The course includes essential English language skills, plus invaluable training in examination techniques, including mock exams with past papers.

Hours:

25 hours per week

Levels:

Upper-Intermediate

Course Length:

10 or 12 weeks

Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

January, March, June, September

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement & Cambridge First Certificate in English (issued by Cambridge University 2 months after the exam)

Visas:

Student Visa, Tourist Visa, Working Holiday Visa

Price:

Cambridge FCE Preparation Price >>

Cambridge FCE Preparation Course
Eva Kucej (HUNGARY)

“I did the Cambridge FCE Course at BROWNS because I wanted to get an international certificate in English. It will help me to get a good job when I go home to Europe. BROWNS teachers and family were the best!”.

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Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) Preparation
CRICOS Course Code: 061171J

Our Cambridge CAE Preparation Course will help you prepare for the Certificate in Advanced English examination. This course includes essential English language skills, plus invaluable training in examination techniques, including mock exams with past papers.

Hours:

25 hours per week

Levels:

Advanced

Course Length:

10 or 12 weeks

Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

January, March, June, September

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement & Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (issued by Cambridge University 2 months after the exam)

Visas:

Student Visa, Tourist Visa, Working Holiday Visa

Price:

Cambridge CAE Preparation Price >>

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IELTS Preparation
CRICOS Course Code: 061172G

Our IELTS Preparation course will help you reach the required IELTS score for university, college/TAFE or immigration purposes. The focus of the course is on developing effective reading, writing, listening and speaking strategies, writing academic essays, reading advanced level texts, improving oral fluency and practicing IELTS tests. Please contact BROWNS for more information.


Hours:

25 hours per week

Levels:

4. Intermediate
5. Upper-Intermediate
6. Advanced

Course Length:

2- 10 weeks

Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

Every Monday

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement

Visas:

Student Visa, Working Holiday Visa and Tourist Visa

Price:

IELTS Preparation price >>

IELTS Preparation Course
Jae Hyuk Park ( KOREA )

“The IELTS Exam Preparation Course at BROWNS helped me prepare for the IELTS exam! My teacher was very experienced and told me if I studied hard I would get a 5.5! I got a 5.5! It was a good achievement for me”

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Business English
CRICOS Course Code: 062801J

Business English Students

Our Business English Course is designed for students who intend to improve their business communication skills. The Course provides lessons which focus on useful language in realistic situations and will help build confidence in using English in areas such as telephoning, meetings, making arrangements, negotiating and networking.


Hours:

25 hours per week

Levels:

4. Intermediate
5. Upper-Intermediate

Course Length:

2- 10 weeks

Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

Every Monday

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement

Visas:

Student Visa, Working Holiday Visa and Tourist Visa

Price:

Business English price >>

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English + Surfing

This popular course combines 21 hours of General English with two (2 hour) surf lessons per week. Our surf lessons are conducted by accredited professional surfing coaches from 'Surfing Australia'. Surf lessons include: surfboards, bodyboards, wetsuits, rash vests and evaluation reports.


Hours:

25 hours per week (includes two Surf lessons)

Levels:

1. Beginner
2. Elementary
3. Pre-Intermediate See Sample Timetable >
4. Intermediate
5. Upper-Intermediate
6. Advanced

Course Length:

1 - 17 weeks

Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

Every Monday

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement,
Cheyne Horan Surf School Certificate

Visas:

Working Holiday Visa or Tourist Visa

Price:

English & Surfing Price >>

English & Surfing Course
Roberto Alvarez ( SPAIN )

“I studied English at BROWNS and two lessons a week at the No.1 Surf School in Australia. I could quickly improve my English at BROWNS because my class was small. I had friendships with students, teachers and family ”

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English + Scuba-Diving

This course is designed for students who would like to study 21 hours of General English per week and attain a PADI Open Water Diving certificate. Scuba-diving lessons are conducted by experienced and registered operators with proven safety records.


Hours:

25 hours per week
(includes Scuba Diving Lessons)

Levels:

1. Beginner
2. Elementary,
3. Pre-Intermediate See Sample Timetable >
4. Intermediate,
5. Upper-Intermediate
6. Advanced

Course Length:

2 weeks

Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

Every Monday

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement,
PADI Open Water Scuba Diving Certificate

Visas:

Working Holiday Visa or Tourist Visa

Price:

English & Scuba Diving Price >>

English & Scuba-Diving Course
Tobias Schmidt (SWITZERLAND)
“This course was perfect for me! I studied English and got PADI Scuba-Diving Certificate. I recommend BROWNS to anyone who wants to be good English communicator and meet new friends from all over the world!”

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English + Golf

BROWNS offers you the opportunity to combine 21 hours of General English with two (2 hour) golf lessons per week. Golf lessons are conducted at a nearby championship golf course. Our Golf Instructors are all fully accredited professional golfers with the PGA. Golf lessons include: driving range balls and swing analysis reports.


Hours:

25 hours per week (includes two Golf lessons)

Levels:

1. Beginner
2. Elementary,
3. Pre-Intermediate See Sample Timetable >
4. Intermediate,
5. Upper-Intermediate
6. Advanced

Course Length:

1 - 17 weeks

Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

Every Monday

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement,
Professional Golf School Certificate

Visas:

Working Holiday Visa or Tourist Visa

Price:

English & Golf Price >>


English & Golf
Yong Hoon Kim ( KOREA )

“I chose the right school for me! I wanted to study English at friendly family school with excellent teachers. I am now a better English speaker and I learnt how to play golf! ”

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English + Tennis

BROWNS offers you the opportunity to combine 21 hours of General English with two (2 hour) tennis lessons per week. Tennis lessons are conducted at the Queens Park Tennis Centre. Our Tennis Coaches are qualified members of the ATPCA. Tennis lessons include: racquets and balls.


Hours:

25 hours per week (includes two Tennis lessons)

Levels:

1. Beginner
2. Elementary,
3. Pre-Intermediate See Sample Timetable >
4. Intermediate,
5. Upper-Intermediate
6. Advanced

Course Length:

1 - 17 weeks

Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

Every Monday

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement,
Professional Tennis School Certificate

Visas:

Working Holiday Visa or Tourist Visa

Price:

English & Tennis Price >>

English & Tennis
Lee Wen-tung ( TAIWAN )

“I studied English at BROWNS and had tennis lessons two times a week. What I liked most about school was the home atmosphere, small classes and different nationalities. I also practiced my English with Tennis Pro!”

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English + Volunteer (Child Care or Aged Care)

BROWNS offers you the opportunity to study 19 hours of General English and work twice a week as an unpaid volunteer at a Child Care Centre or an Aged Care Facility. This course is designed for students who want to practice their English skills with Australian native speakers as well as gain an understanding of the professional workplace environment.


Hours:

25 hours per week (includes volunteer work)

Levels:

1. Beginner
2. Elementary,
3. Pre-Intermediate,
4. Intermediate,
5. Upper-Intermediate,
6. Advanced

Course Length:

1 - 17 weeks

Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

Every Monday

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement,
Written Reference from Volunteer Supervisor

Visas:

Working Holiday Visa

Price:

English & Volunteer Price >>

English & Child Care Internship
Kaori Yamada ( JAPAN )

“I am a medical student so this course was a excellent opportunity for me to study English and work at a Child Care Centre. The teachers at BROWNS are very professional and BROWNS family always support me”

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English for Seniors (50+)

Come to BROWNS and enjoy an English study vacation on the sunny Gold Coast! You can study English full-time but if you want to spend the afternoon at your own leisure then study part-time!

The Gold Coast offers you a relaxed atmosphere for learning English and Australians are very friendly people!


Hours:

15 or 25 hours per week

Levels:

1. Beginner
2. Elementary,
3. Pre-Intermediate
4. Intermediate,
5. Upper-Intermediate
6. Advanced

Course Length:

1 - 12 weeks

Avg Class Size:

12 Students (Average)

Start Dates:

Every Monday

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement

Visas:

Tourist Visa

Price:

English for Seniors (50+) Price >>

English for Seniors
Marilia Nery (ITALY)

“I thought I was too old to study English! At the BROWNS school I was treated like family and teachers were so kind and encouraged me. Studying at BROWNS made me feel like young person! I will be back to study again!”

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Private Tuition for Executives/Professionals

This course gives you the ultimate in personalized attention enabling accelerated learning! We will conduct an individual needs analysis to determine the right approach to help you achieve your language objectives. You will develop a full range of language skills within a professional or business context. The emphasis is on using English fluently and appropriately to achieve effective communication.


Hours:

Minimum of 6 hours per week

Levels:

Beginner to Advanced

Course Length:

2 – 50 weeks

Avg Class Size:

1 - 4 students

Start Dates:

Every Monday

Qualification:

BROWNS Statement of Achievement

Visas:

Student Visa (must be already enrolled in the Intensive General English Course), Tourist visa, Business Visa, Permanent Resident

Private Tuition
Rada Vostrikova (RUSSIA)

“I studied this very intense course because I had only a short time to study English. My teacher was very clever and funny so I enjoyed every day at BROWNS! I liked the family atmosphere and my personal study room”

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Group Study Tours

BROWNS can arrange study tour itineraries for schools, colleges, universities and corporate client groups. Our tours, which can be tailored to suit every group's needs, include a combination of English Language lessons, a range of cultural and sporting activities and comfortable accommodation.


For more information

Contact BROWNS >>

Group Study Tours
Yukari Tsuda (JAPAN)

“BROWNS is a great school! The teachers are very active and enthusiastic and make us speak English all the time. Afternoons we have activities so we could have a lot of fun and understand Aussie way of life”

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