General English Course (GEC)
CRICOS Code: 011045G
Commencement dates: Every Monday
Hours per week: 20 hours
Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Course length: 2 to 48 weeks
Class size: Average 14
Requirements: None
Learn English. Gain Confidence. Achieve Your Goals.
Looking to improve your English for study, work, or travel? Our adult General English courses at Phoenix Academy provide a dynamic, immersive learning experience designed to help you communicate confidently in real-world situations.
Whether you're a beginner or aiming for advanced fluency, our structured courses focus on practical language skills, ensuring you make rapid progress in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Why Choose Phoenix Academy’s General English Course?
- Beautiful garden campus - An oasis for students to enjoy, close to the CBD.
- Start Anytime – New courses every Monday, so you can join when it suits.
- Flexible Study Duration – Study from 2 to 48 weeks, based on your needs and goals.
- Flexible Study with our online LMS with interactive study materials that can be accessed at your fingertips.
- Small Class Sizes – Learn faster in interactive, student-focused classes (average 14 students).
- All Levels Available – From Beginner to Advanced, with structured progression through each level.
- Comprehensive Learning – 20 hours of tuition per week covering grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and real-world communication.
- Special Focus Classes - Assists students in further developing particular skills or areas of need.
- Experienced Teachers – Supportive, highly qualified educators dedicated to your success.
- Vibrant Learning Environment – Study in Perth, Western Australia, and practice your English in everyday situations.
- On-campus student accommodation – Study and live in a central, safe location.
What You’ll Learn
- Fluency & Confidence – Speak English naturally with an emphasis on real-life communication.
- Grammar & Vocabulary – Learn practical language structures and expand your vocabulary in context.
- Listening & Pronunciation – Understand native speakers and improve your pronunciation skills.
- Reading & Writing Skills – Build strong literacy skills for academic or professional use.
- Interactive & Engaging Classes – Role-plays, discussions, and activities to make learning fun and effective.
Special Focus Classes
Personalise Your Learning!
Enhance your English skills with Special Focus classes, available twice a week (Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1.5-hour sessions). These targeted classes allow you to customise your learning by focusing on specific skills or areas of interest within each 6-week module.
Choose from a variety of specialised topics, including:
✔ Strategies for IELTS – Master exam techniques & boost your score.
✔ Communication Skills – Improve fluency & confidence in real-world conversations.
✔ Advanced Writing – Develop strong report & essay writing skills.
✔ Grammar & Writing – Strengthen sentence structure & accuracy.
✔ Pronunciation Skills – Speak clearly & sound more natural.
Sample Timetable
| General English | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Mon | Tues | Wed | Thur | Fri |
| 8:45 am - 10:00 am | Session 1 | No classes - Independent learning | |||
| 10:00 am - 10:15 am | Break 1 | ||||
| 10:15 am - 11:30 am | Session 2 | ||||
| 11:30 am - 11:45 am | Break 2 | ||||
| 11:45 am - 1:00 pm | Session 3 | ||||
| Independent learning | |||||
Class Level Comparison Table
| Class Description | CEFR* | Expected progress | approx. IELTS Band Score Equivalent | Recommended Entry Point for further study |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | A1 | 6 - 8 wks | 1 | |
| Elementary | A1+ | 12 wks | 2 | |
| Pre-Intermediate A | A2 | 6 - 8 wks | 3 | Primary 3/4 |
| Pre-Intermediate B | A2+ | 6 - 8 wks | 3.5 | Primary 5/6; Job Club |
| Intermediate A | B1 | 6 - 8 wks | 4 | High School Year 7/8; Demi/Au Pair |
| Intermediate B | B1+ | 12 wks | 5 | High School Year 9; AEP |
| Upper Intermediate | B2 | 6 - 8 wks | 5.5 | High School Year 10/11/12; Foundation; Dip. Business; TAFE |
| Pre-Advanced / Express English | B2+ | 6 - 8 wks | 6 | Bachelor Degree; Internship; Cambridge CAE |
| Advanced A | C1 | 6 - 8 wks | 6.5 | Postgraduate Coursework |
| Advanced B | C1+ | 6 - 8 wks | 7 | CELTA |
| Expert A | C2 | 6 - 8 wks | 7.5 | DELTA |
| Expert B | C2+ | 6 - 8 wks | 8+ |
