Life @ Phoenix
Classroom Environment
Our Academy offers friendly classroom environments, best suited to maximising each student’s potential. The average number of students per class is 14. All classrooms are fully air-conditioned and heated.
Teaching Style
- Interactive.
- Communicative.
- Dynamic and Creative.
- Student-centered.
Resources and Facilities
- Course books are available for hire or purchase dependent on course duration.
- Classes equipped with interactive eBoards.
- Computer/Self Access Centre. Free Internet/WiFi (wireless) connection.
- Student common rooms with complimentary tea and coffee.
- Spacious gardens in which to relax.
- On-campus Student Residence (Beatty Lodge).
- Student Online Learning (My Phoenix Online).
VISA REQUIREMENT
As a general rule, if you intend to stay for less than 12 weeks you may choose to study on a VISITOR VISA or WORKING HOLIDAY VISA. If you intend to study longer than 12 weeks (and are also considering further studies), you may require a STUDENT VISA. The Phoenix Admissions Registrar will be happy to discuss further with you.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
OSHC is a compulsory requirement for all STUDENT VISA holders. Rate is payable according to the length of student visa, not course. Allianz Care Australia is our preferred provider of Overseas Student Health Cover.
Public Holidays
* There is no reimbursement for Australian Public Holidays
Arrival and Orientation
All students participate in a comprehensive Orientation Program on their first day at the Academy which includes:
- Tour of the campus and surrounding area.
- Introduction to key staff.
- Welcome Pack with timetable and recreation program.
- Introduction to recreation programs and student services.
- Placement Test to determine language level and class.
Internet-based Phoenix English Proficiency Test
Phoenix Academy can arrange for students to sit the iPEPT in Australia or overseas. The iPEPT is an innovative online test that measures reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary abilities. The Test accurately assesses a student’s current use and understanding of English in order to enter their desired pathway in Australia.
Based on their results a personalised study package can be recommended to suit the student’s study options. The test is also available as a paper-based test.