Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne University of Technology

2-WEEK ONLINE ENGLISH PROGRAM

English for Uni
August 2021

Swinburne University of Technology

World Class, World Ranked
Swinburne is a world-ranked university leading the way in innovation,industry engagement and social inclusion. Our education, high-quality
research and industry partnerships create positive change for students,staff and the community.
At Swinburne, we understand it takes more than justqualifications to compete in today’s job market. We equip
our students with the knowledge and capabilities theyneed to establish successful careers through high-quality
teaching and work-integrated learning.
World-ranked university
Swinburne is an internationally recognised researchintensive university. In 2021, we ranked 45 in the QS
rankings for the world’s top universities under the age of
50. This proves the success of our focus on andinvestment in high-quality teaching and research. It is
why we are leaders in science, technology, innovation,business and design.
Modern and safe campuses
Swinburne is located in Melbourne, Australia, which has, forseven consecutive years, been voted the most liveable city inthe world by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).
Melbourne's vibrant lifestyle includes Australia's best
shopping, leisure and sporting events, and a renowned arts
scene. Its vast multicultural community, combined with its
commitment to quality education, makes Melbourne one of
the world's most dynamic cities.
At Swinburne, we provide a friendly and supportive place tolearn. We have small classes and modern facilities, andstudents receive individual attention and academic support
from teachers.

A wide range of study
areas, including:Arts and HumanitiesAviation

Built Environment andArchitecture

BusinessDesign

Education



EngineeringFilm and TelevisionGames and Animation



HealthInformation Technology

LawMedia andCommunication



NursingPsychology

 ScienceInner-city location
Swinburne’s main campus is located in Hawthorn, an innercity suburb located only 10 minutes away from Melbourne's
CBD by train. The campus is located in a vibrant shopping hub that offers students a large varietyof cafes, restaurants, shops and supermarkets, as well as parks and a movie theatre right across theroad from campus. In addition, apart from offering great on-campus apartments and residences, itis close to many other accommodation options.

Page 2 of 8Group Programs

Swinburne Group Programs are short-term programs for university
students, government bodies and professional groups.
Available all year round, our group programs can combine English
Language lessons with cultural experiences, professional developmenttraining, teacher training, academic content, or customised English
classes to suit your subject area such as Teaching English as a Foreign
Language or English for Business.
As a partner of Swinburne, we can offer you and your students a range ofexciting programs to suit your specific needs and requirements.
Nationally accredited English language courses
Swinburne University is a member of English Australia. Over 80 per cent of students learning
English in Australia choose to study with an English Australia member college.
Swinburne University is also a member of University English Centres Australia (UECA).

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English for Uni
Prepare for your Study Abroad Experience

This 2-week program gives students the opportunity to experience life as aninternational student from the comfort of their home. It focuses on improving
their English language skills, as well as giving them chance to experience what it
is like to study at Swinburne as an International student.
Program Dates

16 August 2021 – 27 August 2021

Orientation & Welcome

11 August 2021 & 16 August 2021*(TBC)

Sessions
Duration

2 weeks

Recommended English level

IELTS 3.5 and above (TOIEC 300 and above)

Delivery Mode

OnlineProgram Details
Orientation + Welcome Session
Students will be invited to an orientation session the week before the program
begins. This session is essential in order for students to start the program smoothly.
A Swinburne staff member will go through the program schedule, help thestudents set up the Swinburne email addresses and show them how to have anaccess to the classes. On the first day of class, students will be joined by theirteachers and staff members for the welcome session.

English Classes
Students will study a taste of the English programs atSwinburne. The program will focus on improving
students’ speaking and communication skills, including
enhancing their English vocabulary and learning usefulphrases and expressions for daily conversations. This
course is interactive and group discussions are a vital
part of our learning and teaching.

Academic Lecture and Workshop
This session will introduce students to business etiquettes in different culturalenvironments, giving them cross-cultural awareness and an understanding of how
this affects international business relationships.

Page 4 of 8Workshop: International Trade
In this session, students will be working in a group and find a unique product soldin their country. They will prepare a short presentation about the items and share it
amongst their classmates.

Activities
Students will be offered a range of activities during the program, which willcomplement their learning experience, including:1)Discussion session with local students/Buddy meet-up
In this session, international students will be joined by Swinburne local students
to discuss selected topics, where they will be able to share their ideas andpoints of views from different cross-cultural perspectives.

2) Virtual City Tours
Students will visit Melbourne’s must-see spots in CBD virtually and learn aboutsome of the most popular tourist destinations in Victoria. We will show themthe must-visit places for when they come to Melbourne.
3) Campus tour & Staff interview at Swinburne
Students will visit our beautiful Hawthorn campus virtually. A staff member will
also talk about her/his experience working at Swinburne.
4) Virtual NGV Excursion (Depending on availability, this activity is subject tochange) Students will also be invited to do a virtual tour of the National Galleryof Victoria where they will participate in a workshop to learn about theAustralian history through art. This is a live session.
5) Virtual Homestay with AHN (Optional)
Virtual homestay is a new authentic way to discover Australia. Students will
experience Australian lifestyle and culture while engaging activities that connect
Australian families. Students will talk about their daily life at home and canintroduce each other’s family and cook their favourite dishes together in thekitchen. Both the hosts and the students share the online experience, learn about
different cultures, and make new friends. Students can also learn or improve theirEnglish and prepare for studying abroad.

Further examples for extra activities isavailable here:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/58tmxw6eohxii
kn/Online_Bespoke.mp4?dl=0

Page 5 of 8Sample Timetable
Welcome Session
10.30-11.00

Orientation
11.00-13.00

Week1

MonTueWedThu

11:00 –
12:30

English Classes(Conversation

English Classes(Pronunciation)

English Classes(Reading)

VirtualMelbourne CityTour
11:00-12:00

12:30 –
13:00

Break

Break

break

13:00 14:30

English Classes(Vocabulary)

English Classes(Listening)

English Classes(Speaking)

15:0016:00

Virtual Homestay(optional)

Week2

Mon

Tue

11:00 –
12:30

English Classes(PresentationSkill)

English Classes(Discussion skill)

12:30 –
13:00

Break

Break

13:00 14:30

English Classes(PresentationSkill)

English for
Global Business
Cultures15:0016:00Swinburne
Campus tour
11:00-12:00

VirtualHomestay(optional)Interact withlocal students

A visit to NGV orImmigration
museum*
12:00-13:00

11：00- 13:00

WedThuFri

English for Global
Business Cultures

Lecture/Workshop
11:00-12:30

Virtual Homestay(optional)

Break

Break

Presentation

Workshop:International
trade
13.00-14.00*The course is delivered in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)*the sample timetable is subject to change.

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Interact withlocal students&Farewell
10:30 - 12:30

Program Summary & Fees

Program2-week Online Program

Dates

16th August 2021 – 27th August 2021

Class typeOnline

Platform

Zoom (class) and Canvas

Optional –Virtual Homestay

AUD 149 for 3 sessions (*minimum number required)

TOTAL per student:

Partner Rate: AUD 750

TOTAL per studentwith virtual homestay(AHN)

Partner Rate: AUD 899

Terms and Conditions:Please provide scores of students’ previous English test (IELTS/TOEFL/TOEIC/PTEetc.) in order for us to prepare a program to best suit the students.

Certificate of participation will be provided to students at end of the program.

This is an online program. In order to join our classes, students need to have acomputer/laptop, internet connection, microphone and webcam. All software,including Canvas LMS, Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud are provided atno additional cost.

Enrolments are subject to student numbers. Students should note that if minimum
numbers are not met, the program may not run and students will receive a full refund.

Page 7 of 8Other Information
Fee payment
Applications are required 4 weeks before the commencement date.
Acceptance forms and full payment are required 3 weeks before thecommencement.
Cancellations
Cancellations 4 weeks or more before the start of the program are entitled toa full refund.
Cancellations received less than 4 weeks before the start of the program will
not be eligible for any refund.

Contact us
Please contact us with your specific needs and we can provide a program
proposal and quote for you. We are also able to deliver these programs
offshore at your campus/site.
Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne International
BA Building, Level 2, Atrium
48-52 William Street
Hawthorn, VIC 3122 Australia
Priscila Trevisan
Associate Director,International Programs
ptrevisan@swin.edu.au
Saya Kudo (Japan)
International Programs Advisorskudo@swin.edu.au
T: +61 3 9214 5906

Sia Jeon (Korea)
International Programs Advisor
sjeon@swin.edu.au
T: +61 3 9214 8342

We look forward to working with your university and building a strong
and mutually beneficial academic relationship.
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