GRIFFITH ENGLISH LANGUAGE
INSTITUTE GUIDE 2024

Queensland Australia

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WelcomeWelcome to Griffith
English Language Institute(GELI), one of Australia’s
leading English language
providers.
At GELI, your individual goals areimportant, regardless of whether
you want to improve your English
for study, work, travel or personal
interest. Our classes are small so
you will receive individual attention
from your teachers. You will also
have access to a range of free online
resources to help you develop yourEnglish skills outside class.
We have a strong focus on providing
excellent learning opportunities
for all our students. In your classes
you will have highly-qualified andexperienced teachers. Outside
the classroom you can continue toimprove your English through funsocial activities, and adventures
exploring our beautiful naturalenvironment. We invite you to enjoy
the vibrant and supportive campus
culture and immerse yourself inEnglish. Not only will your language
skills improve quickly, but you will
make friends with students from allaround the world.
Congratulations on your decision to
study abroad, and we look forward
to meeting you at GELI!

Kerry Sutcliffe
Director (GELI)About GELI

Direct Entry Program

Griffith University facilities

Gain entry to a Griffith University
degree, Study Abroad or
Exchange program, or a
Griffith College program.

Access facilities including
the library, computer labs,
sporting facilities, andhealth and welfare services.

Award-winning excellence

Independent Learning

Multi award-winning instituteand recipient of University,
state and national industry awards.

Follow weekly independent
learning plans to enhance yourEnglish language skills.

Griffith English Test

Courses for all students

Take our free online English
test to find your English classplacement level for
Griffith English Language Institute.

Improve your English for study,
work, travel or personal interest.

Student engagement
program
Enjoy opportunities to practise
English and make new friends
outside the classroom with a rangeof free and low-cost activities thatare offered every term.

Important note: All information is correct as at August 2023, but is subject to change as content is reviewed and updated.
For the most up-to-date information visit griffith.edu.au/international/griffith-english-language-institute3
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For over 30 years, Griffith University’s awardwinning Griffith English Language Institute (GELI)
has been delivering English language programs
to international students.

Sunshine Coast

Our location
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Brisbane
AirportSouthBank
Welcome to
GELI
in Brisbane

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You can study at
GELI on two of
Griffith University’s
campuses, either
at the Gold Coastor Nathan(Brisbane) campus.
Classes, support
services and activities
are all available at both.

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Find out more

griffith.edu.au/life-at-griffith

New South WalesGold Coast
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Nathan campus

The ‘Gabba’ (sports stadium)12.9km to Brisbane CBD
Car = 15 minutes
Bus = 20 minutes
Bicycle = 50 minutes

Pacific Motorway

The Capital - innovation hub

Brisbane City Centre
and Queen Street Mall
Queensland Performing Arts Centre

Gallery of Modern Art

Gold Coast campus
4.5km to Southport CBDGold Coast Health andKnowledge Precinct
Griffith
Innovation Centre

Southport Central
Business District

Car = 10 minutes
Light rail = 9 minutes
Bicycle = 20 minutes

60.9km to Brisbane CBD
Car = 60 minutes
Student Guild
intercampus bus = 75 minutes

Surfers ParadiseGold Coast
Private Hospital

Light rail station

Griffith Business School

Griffith English Language Instituteand Griffith College

Griffith University
Village accommodation

Food outlets

Gold Coast
University Hospital

Light rail station

Griffith Health Centre(Ian O’Connor Building)

Library

Aquatic Centre

Picture courtesyof City of Gold Coast

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Garden City Shopping Centre

Learn English at GELI
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Your direct English pathway to a Griffith University degree, Study Abroad or
Exchange program, or a Griffith College program.

Direct Entry Program

General English

Fees

Join our highly popular Direct Entry
Program to gain the English skills
necessary to enter a Griffith University
degree or a program at Griffith College.

Our English courses are not just for people
wanting to go to university. We know there
is a variety of reasons you may want toimprove your English. No matter whether
you are beginner or advanced, you canenrol in our General English program toachieve your goals. You will receive all
the benefits of studying on the Griffith
University campus and have access toleading student support services
and activities.

All GELI weekly fees include tuition, thelearning resources you need to study, andaccess to activities and support services.

There are seven levels in the Direct Entry
program and you will be placed in theappropriate class for you based on yourproficiency test or your Griffith English
Test result.
In our classes, you will use technology toaccess your learning materials andcomplete your class work.
In the Direct Entry Program, you will build
your English language skills in Reading,Writing, Listening and Speaking, andat the higher levels you will practise
academic skills that will help you to be
successful in your future studies.
When you successfully complete the
Direct Entry Program at the equivalent of
the IELTS level needed for your degree
or diploma, you can enter your program
directly without needing to submit a
proficiency test result.*

Up to 25 weeks: $460 per week
26+ weeks: $430 per week
Enrolment fee: $225

Griffith English Test

If you change your study preferencesand decide that you would like to apply
to Griffith University or Griffith College
at a later date, you will already be on thepathway to undertake further study.

Take our free online English test
to find your English classplacement level for
Griffith English Language Institute.†
griffith.edu.au/english-test

English study tours
and group programs†
If you already have an English proficiency
test result (e.g. IELTS), you do not need totake the Griffith English Test.

We offer specialised English programs
that are tailored to each group’s specificrequirements, including cultural activities,
field trips, visits, excursions andaccommodation arrangements.

*A small number of degrees require a formal proficiency test for entry. Check the English language entry requirements for your degree at griffith.edu.au/international-study

How long will I need to study at GELI?
This table shows how long you are likely to need to study to achieve IELTS 6.5 to enter your next program based on your current
proficiency test results.

Griffith University
degree or Griffith
College program

ENTRY SCORES

IELTS Academic

PTE Academic

TOEFL iBT

ISLPR

WEEKS

6.5 (no sub-score <6.0)

58 (no Comm Skill <50)

79 (no sub-score <19)

3+ (all sub-scores)

10

6.0 (no sub-score <5.5)

50 (no Comm Skill <42)

71 (W 19, L,R,S 17)

W3 (2 scores 3, 1 score 2+)20

5.5 (no sub-score <5.0, W 5.5) 42 (no Comm Skill <36, W 42) 52 (W 17, S 15, L,R 10)

2+ (all sub-scores)25

5.5 (no sub-score <5.0)

W2+ (2 scores 2+, 1 score 2)30

5.0 (no sub-score <4.5, W 5.0) 36 (no Comm Skill <30, W 36) 40 (W 15, S 13, L,R 6)

2 (all sub-scores)

35

5.0 (no sub-score <4.5)

W2 (2 scores 2, 1 score 1+)40

4.5 (no sub-score <4.0, W 4.5) 30 (no Comm Skill <29, W 30) 33 (W 13, S 12, L,R 4)

1+ (all sub-scores)45

4.5 (no sub-score <4.0)

30 (no Comm Skill <29)

33 (W,S 12, L,R 4)

W1+ (2 scores 1+,1 score 1)

4.0 or lower

29 or lower

32 or lower

1 or lower(requiring IELTS 6.5*)

Direct Entry
Program
10 - 50 weeks

over 4542 (no Comm Skill <36)

36 (no Comm Skill <30)

52 (W,S 15, L,R 10)

40 (W,S 13, L,R 6)

Key: W = Writing, L = Listening, R = Reading, S = Speaking, < = less than, Comm Skill = Communicative Skill.
*Check the English language entry requirements for your degree at griffith.edu.au/international-study
Please note: it normally takes 10–15 weeks to progress from one level to the next. This table indicates expected course length for students requiring IELTS 6.5.

Sample timetable (DEP Level 5)

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MondayTuesday

WednesdayThursdayFriday9 to 10am

Grammarand Vocabulary

Reading andCritical Thinking

Grammarand Vocabulary

Listening and Speaking

Grammar andVocabulary Review

10 to 11am

Reading andCritical Thinking

Reading andCritical Thinking

Reading andCritical Thinking

Listening and Speaking

Writing

11 to 11:30am

Break

11:30am to 12:30pm

Writing

Listening and Speaking

Writing

Writing

Project

12:30 to 1:30pm

Writing

Listening and Speaking

Writing

Writing

Project

GELI classes
Class sizes at GELI are small
so you will receive personal
attention from your teachersand progress quickly throughyour studies.
There are 20 hours of study
per week, plus an additional 5hours of independent learning
each week using GELI’s
independent learning plans.
You will need a laptop with acamera and microphone toaccess learning resources andfor some class activities.
Classes are held daily Monday
to Friday in two 2-hoursessions with a break between
the sessions.

PTE Academic Test Centre
Griffith’s PTE Academic Test Centre is located on the Gold Coast campus. PTE Academic is a computer-based test ofEnglish language proficiency for study, migration and professional registration. Tests results are typically available within
five business days.
pearsonpte.com

Find out more

griffith.edu.au/english-programs

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Whether you would like to live on-campus or off-campus, there are several options you
can explore to find housing to suit your needs. Homestay is another great option andallows you to experience life with a local family and practise your English while you study.
Temporary and short stayaccommodation
It is vitally important that you organise temporary accommodation
for your first few days or weeks in Queensland, as it is importantthat you inspect your long-term off-campus accommodation
before you move in. There are short-term accommodation options
located near each of our campuses that are easily accessible bypublic transport.

Off-campus
In Australia, share housing—where you share a house orapartment with a number of other students—is the mostcommon form of off-campus accommodation.
When looking for suitable off-campus accommodation,
you will need to consider:
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the cost of rent (usually advertised as a weekly amount)
if utilities are included in your rent (electricity, water, gas)
if internet is included in your rent
if the accommodation is furnished
how close the accommodation is to your campus
access to public transport

Off-campus accommodationpreferred partners
Griffith University has established preferred partnerships witha selection of off-campus student accommodation providers
across its campuses between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. To be
included in this program, providers are inspected by University
staff and are required to meet a set of performance standards
that ensures quality and safety.
Brisbane
Genesis 1; Scape; Student One; UniLodge Park Central; Uniresort.
Logan
UniCentral Griffith.
Gold Coast
University Village; Metro on Central; University Square.

Homestay
Homestay accommodation gives you the option of living with
an Australian family while you study. Homestay is available tostudents at all Griffith campuses. Some homestay providers offer
independent living options such as a granny flat. Homestay is agreat way to develop your English language skills and experience
life in Australia, and offers catered and self-catered options.
griffith.edu.au/homestay
You can find additional resources for homestay options on the Gold
Coast on the Study Gold Coast website atstudygoldcoast.org.au/live/student-accommodation

Find out more

griffith.edu.au/where-to-live

On-campus
Griffith offers self-catered accommodation on the Nathan
campus and partners with Campus Living Villages to provide
self-catered, on-campus accommodation in the Griffith
University Village on the Gold Coast campus.
Living on campus is a fantastic way to meet new people, find out
about new cultures, and develop independence. On-campus
accommodation is fully furnished and provides access tocooking facilities, laundry facilities, common rooms and internet,
as well as offering a vibrant social life.

Airport pickup
International students commencing at GELI can apply for a free
airport pickup, which takes you from the airport directly to yourpre-arranged accommodation. The service is free for eligible
new international students arriving at the Brisbane orGold Coast airports.
griffith.edu.au/airport-reception

Cost of living
There are many different costs involved in international study and your cost ofliving in Australia will vary depending on your lifestyle and personal requirements.

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Calculating your total cost of study

The cost of living in South East Queensland is consideredmore affordable than other major Australian cities such as
Sydney and Melbourne*.

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The Australian Government requires students to have accessto a minimum of AUD $24,505 (Australian dollars) per year
to meet their living costs, but many students spend morethan this. Costs will be higher if you have family members
accompanying you.

Your total cost of studying in Australia will include:
tuition fees
visa application fees
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
flights
cost of living
other personal and study-related expenses.

Tuition fees
Tuition fees are reviewed annually, and international students
should expect an increase in fees each year.

*	In the QS Best Student Cities 2023 rankings, Brisbane and the Gold Coast
are ahead of Sydney and Melbourne in the Affordability Rank.

Weekly cost of living estimate
The majority of the information below is based on 2023 costs according to Study Australia** (for more details visit: studyaustralia.gov.
au/english/live/living-costs). Please be advised it is an estimate only and individual differences mean prices will vary. Please note thesecosts do not include: arrival costs, accommodation security deposit, textbooks, clothing and medical expenses.
Self-catered on-campus

Share house off-campus

Homestay off-campus

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G, N, M, S, L

G, N, M, S, L

Rent

$166–$394$220–$440$275–$360

Food$140–$280$180–$280

Variable*

Walking distance$30–$60$30–$60

Included$25–$50

Included†(Internet included at Gold Coastand Nathan campuses).

$15–$30$15–$30$100–$200$100–$200$100–$200

Campus availability

Transport to university
Electricity and gas
Mobile phone and internet
Entertainment$15–$30*

Fully-catered Homestay accommodation includes food. The cost of fully-catered, semi-catered or self-catered Homestay accommodation will vary.
Students can expect to pay an additional cost for heating and air conditioning.
** These costs were calculated in May 2023†

GELI Excellence Award
The GELI Excellence Award is designed to reward outstanding students who progress
well in their studies and embrace the GELI experience. Winners receive $1,000 AUD and
are announced at the end of each study period.
griffith.edu.au/geli/scholarships-awards

Find out more

griffith.edu.au/international-costs

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South East Queensland offers a combination of quality
education and high living standards.

Your student experience
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Enjoy the advantages of studying on a Griffith University campus while youlearn English at GELI. We have facilities and services that will help you study,
meet people, pursue your interests and practise English.

Academic workshops

Activities and Events

Library and computer labs

GELI offers free after-class workshops toassist you to improve in specific skill areas
such as grammar and vocabulary.

At GELI, learning English does not stop
when you leave the classroom. Throughour activities you can meet new people,
make friends, enjoy the Australian lifestyle,practise English and, most importantly,
have fun!

GELI students have access to Griffith
University libraries, which have computersavailable for study and a free WIFI
connection.

Clubs and societies

Health and wellbeing

Sport and fitness

Griffith has over 120 clubs in cultural,religious, political, educational, sporting,professional and special interest areas.
There are also international student clubs,
societies and associations, including from:Africa, Bangladesh, China, Pacific Islands(Pasifika), Philippines, India, Indonesia,
Japan, Korea, Papua New Guinea, Sri
Lanka, and Vietnam.

If you need a doctor, there are health andmedical services located on the Gold
Coast and Nathan campuses, as well as
medical centres and hospitals neareach campus.

Griffith offers a variety of sporting
facilities and competitions.
Join Griffith Sport for social sportcompetitions. Enjoy discount student
memberships for facilities including:If you need someone to talk to about
personal issues, we offer free, confidential
student counselling on campus.

· on-campus gyms
· Mt Gravatt Tennis Centre· swimming pools at Mt Gravatt andGold Coast campuses.

griffith.edu.au/clubs

Independent LearningYour study at GELI includes additional
online independent learning resources
specially designed to support yourclass work. We encourage you to follow
the weekly independent learning plan foryour class level.

griffith.edu.au/student-services

International Student
Advisory
If you need extra information or support,make an in-person or online appointment
with an International Student Advisor.
International Student Advisors provide
information to support you to manage
your life and your studies within theconditions of your student visa. Our teamof dedicated and highly experienced staff
can answer any questions throughout
your time on campus and help guide you
towards academic success.
griffith.edu.au/international-student-advisors

Find out more

griffith.edu.au/geli/student-life

griffith.edu.au/librarygriffith.edu.au/sport

Religion
Each Griffith campus provides accessto prayer facilities as well as multi-faithchaplains. A Prayer Room is available atthe Gold Coast campus.
griffith.edu.au/chaplaincy

How to apply
Applying to study at GELI is easy. With applications open all year round, you can complete
your application in five simple steps.

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Choose the English program
you want to study

If necessary, test yourEnglish language, grammar
and vocabulary

Prepare supporting
documentation

See English language program options
at griffith.edu.au/english-programs.

If you do not hold a proficiency test
result (e.g. IELTS), take our free online
English test to find your English classplacement level.

Include certified copies of any
required documentation (translated
into English if applicable).

griffith.edu.au/geli

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Apply online

Accept your offer

Apply online or via a registeredrecruitment representative. We will let
you know how many weeks of English
you need to complete to achieve yourstudy goals in your Letter of Offer.

Once you have received a Letter ofOffer, you must formally accept youroffer and pay your total deposit fee.

If you are also applying for a Griffith
University degree or Study Abroad or
Exchange program, you will receive apackaged offer.
griffith.edu.au/geli/apply

Find out more

griffith.edu.au/geli/apply

After you accept
your offer
Once you have accepted your offer,
Griffith University will:· send you a Welcome Letter
confirming your enrolment;· send you an electronic
Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE)
if you are applying for a
student visa;· provide information
about Orientation;· send you a series of emails withinformation to assist your transition
to study at GELI.

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2024 GRIFFITH ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
Student Guide

Key dates
2024

Orientation

Start date

Term 114 and 18 December 2023

2 January

Term 2

1 and 2 February

5 February

Term 3

7 and 8 March

11 March

Term 411 and 12 April

15 AprilTerm 516 and 17 May

20 MayTerm 620 and 21 June

24 JuneTerm 725 and 26 July

29 July

Term 829 and 30 August

2 September

Term 93 and 4 October

8 OctoberTerm 10

7 and 8 November

11 November

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ESOS Compliance
The provision of education services to international students by Australian educational institutions is governed by the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the Education Services forOverseas Students (ESOS) Regulations under this Act. Griffith, in providing education services to overseas students, complies with the National Code of Practice available through the Department of Education.
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