160 schools in
more than 50 countries
Why

International House
Brisbane-ALS

the International House World Organisation?
The International House World Organisation (IHWO) is a network of language schools worldwide that are committed to implementing highstandards of quality and innovation in education and training. There are currently over 160 schools in more than 50 countries.
International House was founded in 1953 by John and Brita Haycraft, with the aim of providing an innovative approach to language teaching.
IH has remained at the forefront of development in the field of language teaching and in the training of language teachers. International House
schools must follow several charters which guarantee school quality.
For more information about International House go to www.ihworld.com
IHWO regularly send leaders in the EFL field to inspect our school; we have always met their standards with good marks.

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Why Brisbane, Australia?

Australia is the world’s largest island - but
smallest continent, and boasts a long
history stretching back more than 30,000
years. Australia is unique, and has to beexperienced to be believed. 80% of theanimals you find here don’t live anywhere
else in the world! With its fascinating mix
of cultures, landscapes and activities, there
is something for everybody.

Brisbane has a subtropical climate withwarm or hot weather for most of the year,
making the outdoor lifestyle we enjoy
possible all year round, and Queensland
enjoys more winter sunshine and warmththan most other Australian states. You could
spend your weekend relaxing under a gum
tree, watching an AFL game, or experiencing
local and international flavours at a foodmarket.

It is the most relaxed of Australia’s cities,
and the pace and attitude make it perfectfor study. When you are not studying,
Brisbane, Queensland’s state capital, is thethird most populated city in Australia, andhas great galleries and museums (likeGOMA), entertainment venues (likeSuncorp stadium) and plenty to do, see andeat!
2Brisbane is the perfect gateway toeverything Queensland has to offer –the beaches of the Gold and Sunshine
Coasts, the world famous Great
Barrier Reef as well as five World
Heritage listed areas. If you are feelingadventurous, you could even go on arainforest or outback adventure!

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Why choose an
English language centre accreditedby NEAS?
NEAS is recognised internationally as a body that provides quality assurance monitoring andaccreditation of English language centres. The primary goal of NEAS is the maintenance ofhigh levels of quality in the provision of English Language Teaching programs and services
by ELT centres to the benefit of the industry as a whole and especially for students. NEAS
regularly assesses English language centres for compliance with accreditation requirements toensure that they continue to uphold NEAS standards and abide by their accreditation conditions.

Bright yellow colour represents
the ‘Sunshine State Queensland’

NEAS provides professional judgment as to whether ELT centres meet and continue to meet
the Standards and Criteria for ELT Centres.
The standards look at the following aspects of the ELT centre’s operations (among others):

Circle shape represents us as ONE,
‘Together and United’Standard A : Management and Administration
Standard B : PremisesStandard C : Specialist Staff

Our location

Standard D : Student Services
Standard E : English Language Programs and Assessment
Standard F : Educational Resources and Equipment

ELT Centres must show compliance with the standards.
NEAS conduct annual audits of our school; we have always met their standards successfully.

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IH Brisbane - ALS Awards

116 Adelaide St.
queen St.

We are located in the beautiful city centre. IH Brisbane - ALS is a step away from train/bus
stations, city botanic gardens and all the services that Brisbane city centre has to offer. You
can also take a walk with your mates to South Bank for a barbeque or visit the outstanding
Cultural Centre.

“Welcome to Brisbane and to IH Brisbane-ALS for the English experience of a lifetime.”3

we agree to take pride in our studie s!
I tried to study English by myself, but it did not work. I was very
afraid to try to speak English. Since I started my studies at IH
Brisbane - ALS, I improved my English and my confidence.
There are awesome teachers, who are friendly and approachable.
I love the school’s environment and I enjoy studying here.
- Chia-Yuan
Teachers are always friendly and that creates a good atmosphere.
On my first day, I was very nervous, and they made it easy for me
to start my time at IH Brisbane – ALS. I’m always going to theschool’s activities. I love the movie and pizza night, where I canmake more friends. I love my school, in and out of the classroom.
- Ayaka
It was a unique experience that will be unforgettable. I came to IH
Brisbane – ALS as a student and now I'm leaving as a teacher.
From General English to Cambridge FCE/CAE, IELTS andTESOL. Cheers mate!
- Marcelo

IH Brisbane – ALS is the finest English school in Australia, it
provided all the support I was looking for. I wouldn't have beenable to achieve my goals without their high teaching standard.
From a General English to a Cambridge advanced student, I'm
more than happy.
- Daniele
IH Brisbane – ALS is the best school in Brisbane. I’m very happy
to come to the school and study with great teachers. Speak moreclasses and Writing box are great extra support that students canget. Also the staff are super kind, thank you ^^.
- Jeonghyeok4Student kitchen / Student lounge

Cinema / Entertainment area

Outdoor balcony

Cafe / Library / Wi-Fi

Study rooms / Counselling rooms

24 Classrooms

4 Computer rooms

Toilets / Showers

Week 1 or 7

Week 2 or 8

Week 3 or 9

Assigned to a new Core class

You are now studying in theclass you were previously
assigned to

You are now studying in theclass you were previously
assigned toMovie and Pizza night

Level up test on Friday(optional)

Assigned to a new Skill class
Get your copy of Kanganews
to see the social events(in & out of school), yourtopics for the block and thelearning outcomes you willachieve.

Week 4 or 10

Week 5 or 11

Week 6 or 12

Monday Morning - check to
see if you have moved classes!

You are now studying in theclass you were previously
assigned toComplete a full level up testwith your teacher in classMovie and Pizza night

Pub quizSpeaking test (optional)*Subject to change

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Join the PRIDE Award
ceremony
Come and join us for anamazing free trip to Noosa,
Byron Bay and many more!

We provide exciting free activities each month!
On the weekends you can visit the theme parks on the Gold Coast, head to the Sunshine Coast for a laidback weekend on the beach or head into the bush and climb the Glasshouse mountains. In the city, you can dance
all night at a nightclub, hang out in relaxed bars and pubs or swim the weekend away at Southbank parkland’s beach. The Moreton Bay islands are close enough for weekend trips and Byron Bay is only a 2-hour bus
ride away. Ask our student services staff for more information about activities at IH Brisbane-ALS.

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GREAT
MEMORIESFREE
ACTIVITIES

week 1week 2week 3week 4week 5week 6

Make
Friends*Sample activity calendar. Subject to change

General English
This is the first step of your journey. Studying General English will give you a solid foundation to live your daily life in an
English-speaking country and open up doors, providing access to further study, work and travel opportunities. Along theway, you will meet new friends and come into contact with other cultures. The world will come to you!

Highly qualified andexperienced teachers
A wide variety of
up-to-date learning materials
The right balance ofgrammar, vocabulary andpractice
A well-resourced,
dynamic study environment
Regular feedback on youracademic progress

Sample Timetable - Day (Subject to change)
Speak MoreClass Time
8:30am-2:30pm

1 hour lunch

2:45pm-3:45pm

9:30am-3:30pm

1 hour lunch

3:45pm-4:45pm

10:30am-4:30pm

1 hour lunch

9:20am-10:20am

MondayThursday

study 14 hours of core classes and6 hours of skills classes

Friday9:30am-12:30pm &1:30pm-3:30pm
You can choose from a variety of social,interactive and creative activities

Sample Timetable - evening (Subject to change)
Monday-Thursday

4:00pm-9:00pm

study 14 hours of core classes and 6 hours of skills classes*Evening classes are only available for Pre-intermediate or higher English level

In your core classes, you will follow a coursebook, with a different topic each week, learning and practising grammar,
vocabulary, reading, writing, listening and speaking.
In your skills classes, your teacher will use a wide variety of engaging materials to give you more opportunity to put into
practice what you’ve been learning in your core class.
CRICOS 062145C
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The place to learn English
You will be equipped with the tools you need to achieve success in English!
IH Brisbane - ALS offers students the chance to study up to 29 hours per week;
20 hours of Core and Skill classes (the minimum you must attend) and 9 more optional hours.

Speak
More

WRITING
BOX

FridayClassesWant to improve your speaking? FromMonday to Thursday* you can have extra
speaking practice with your classmates,with help and feedback from a teacher.

Want to improve your writing? You can do
extra writing tasks in your own time. Putthem in the writing box and get feedback
from a teacher.

Fridays are optional. You can choose
from a variety of social, interactive andcreative activities, including: speaking /writing; games and conversation;cooking; excursions; and more! Every six
weeks we take you on an adventure!

*Subject to change

ExpectEnglishonly
To speak English only

Elementary

Mixed nationality classes

Pre-Intermediate

Homework

Intermediate

To be busy

To be challenged

Upper-Intermediate*Subject to availability

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To learn

Advanced

Business English | Intermediate
Study Business English to help you get ahead in the workplace.

This specialised 20 hours/week course focuses on the language most commonly usedin the corporate world. Through working on a range of relevant business-oriented
topics, you will be better prepared for the working world, have better understandingof the Australian work environment, and improve your overall English level.
Course topics include:
Companies and Leadership
Strategy and Pay
Development and Marketing
Outsourcing and Financing
Recruitment and Effective Presentations
Counterfeiting and Markets
Lobbies and Communication
Innovation and Logistics
Here is an example of what you will learn in one week:
Companies & Leadership

Topic

Use common phrases to talk about your job; learn how to use language for effective

Career skills communication, i.e. how to make employees/co-workers feel respected and included toensure effective and timely completion of tasks.

Speaking

Talk about different business structures and express your opinions on them; discuss ways
in which successful leaders earn respect; use softening phrases to approach confrontationalsituations.

Reading

Read an article about developments that threaten the survival of traditional companies andcharacteristics of different corporations; read an article and learn about different company
structures; read about motivation techniques and tactics in leadership.

Listening

Listen to people talk about their jobs; listen to a manager of a company and his opinion onwhat good leadership is.

Writing

Write a job profile; write a formal e-mail.

Vocabulary

Learn and use vocabulary to describe different types of companies; learn and use businesscollocations.

GrammarUse present simple and continuous to talk about changes in corporate structures; use
articles to talk about a different management approach.

Sample Timetable (Subject to change)
Monday-Thursday

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8:30am-2:30pm

Entry requirement: Upper-Intermediate level
Length: 4 weeks - See Start Dates page for intakes

CRICOS 076650D

Sample Timetable - 8 weeks face to face course
MondaySession 1

Course topics include:
How to teach …(reading / listening / writing / speaking / grammar / vocabulary)
What makes a good teacher?
Teaching different levels
Choosing and adapting teaching materials
How to correct students’ mistakes (error correction)

Entry requirement: Upper-Intermediate level
Length: 8 weeks - See Start Dates page for intakes

Session 2

Expect:To speak English only
A lot of homework
To be very busy
To teach your first lesson in week 2
To be challenged
To learnObservations
Students join
General English
classes to observe
experienced
teachers (3 hours)

Session 3
Session 4

Tuesday

Task completion& planning help

GrammarTeaching
Practice
Each student
to teach a
30 minute lesson

WednesdayThursdayTeaching
Practice
feedback

Model reading
lessonGrammar from
where?

Teaching language
from texts

Using authentic
texts and
simplifying
Task completion &planning help

Introduction to
receptive skills(introduction toteaching reading)

FridayLanguage
Awareness 4 –CohesionError Correction
Language
awareness 5 –Conditionals

Reading Teaching
Practice to be set

Task completion &planning help

Example timetable for week 2 (Each week is different) *Subject to change
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CRICOS 097216D

Cambridge
Exam Preparation
If you already have a strong foundation in English, you can move on to study an exam
preparation course. The Cambridge First (B2) and Cambridge Advanced (C1) certificatesare globally recognised for work and study purposes. Not only will you learn the skills andstrategies needed to help you take the exam, but with the help of our dedicated teachers,
you will also improve your vocabulary, grammar and skills.
You will also have weekly practice tests and regular mock tests in test conditions, withclose monitoring, support, tips and in-depth feedback from your teacher.
CEFR

IELTS Equivalent

B2

Vantage

C1

Effective
operational
proficiency

5.5 - 6.5

6.5 - 7.5

Cambridge First (B2) is for students at an upper-intermediatelevel. Aimed at people who can use everyday written and spoken
English at an upper-intermediate level. It is an ideal exam forpeople who want to use English for work or study purposes.

Cambridge Advanced (C1) is for advanced users of English.
An exam for advanced users of English. This exam is aimed atpeople who can use written and spoken English for mostprofessional and social purposes. It is widely recognised for workor study purposes.

To speak English only

A lot of homework
To be very busy

To do tests every week
To be challenged

To learn and improve your English level

Sample Timetable (Subject to change)
Class Time
8:30am-2:30pm

Entry requirement

Monday-Friday
1 hour lunch

Cambridge First: Upper-Intermediate level |Core and Skill Classes
5 hours per day

talk toour staff forevening class
Availability

Cambridge Advanced: Advanced level

Length: 10 or 12 weeks - See Start Dates page for intakes
CRICOS 062149K / 062148M

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Quality Materials

compulsory exam

Closed Classes

IELTS
Exam Preparation
If you plan to do the IELTS exam to help you access work, study or a visa, our IELTS
preparation course will get you ready for the exam. Our teachers are experienced andqualified, with strong track records of helping students reach their IELTS goals. Many of our
IELTS students go on to do further study in Australia or other English-speaking countries.
You will study core classes and skills classes. In your core class, you will follow a coursebook, with a different topic each week. As well as practising for the IELTS test, your teacher
will focus on the grammar and vocabulary that will help you to be successful in the test. In
your skills classes, your teacher will introduce you in more depth to the strategies you needto do the test effectively, and of course, you will do lots of practice!
In addition to your core and skills classes, you can also access individual support andguidance from a teacher in the IELTS boost room, do a mock test in reading, writing andlistening every week, do mock speaking tests (sign up) with personalised feedback from theteacher, do additional writing tasks and get feedback on them, and borrow books andresources to study further at home.

Weekly Topics
Media

HealthThe Built
Environment

The World
Around Us

Men and
Women

Animals

Foods

Language

Arts

Music

Migration

Technology

Geography

FamilyShopping

NaturalDisasters

FashionCrime

Celebs

Education* A list of 20 most common IELTS topics - these may vary

IELTS
boost room
2:45pm-3:45pm

Sample Timetable - Day (Subject to change)
Class Time
8:30am-2:30pm

1 hour lunch

Monday-Thursday

Friday - Optional Classes

Core and Skill Classes
5 hours per day

9:30am-12:30pm &1:30pm-3:30pm
Optional Exam PracticeSample Timetable - evening (Subject to change)
4:00pm-9:00pm

individual assistance

IELTS Boost RoomExperienced Teachers

Monday-Thursday

Core and Skill Classes 5 hours per day

Writing portfolio
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CRICOS 062147A

Pathway
Prepare for further study in Australia! There are dozens of University and further study courses
waiting for you in Brisbane and South East Queensland.
At IH Brisbane-ALS you can improve your English level while getting yourself ready forfurther education in Australia, without the need to take the IELTS exam.

Some of Our Pathway Partners

CRICOS 00244B

CRICOS 01595D

CRICOS 03389E

CRICOS 01737F

CRICOS 03020E

CRICOS 03041M

CRICOS 02634E

CRICOS 00312F

CRICOS 02483D

CRICOS 02898C

CRICOS 02425C

CRICOS 03319G

CRICOS 03576B

CRICOS 03621B

CRICOS 06641J

Pathway students are monitored from the moment you start by our Pathway Coordinator toensure that you meet and exceed your entry requirements for the next place of study.
For more information, please visit our website,
https://www.ihbrisbane.com.au/explore-more/pathways-to-further-education/*Subject to change

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Combining engaging materials with excellent trainers, personalised care andmodern facilities, we offer a great learning experience, to help you get
the qualifications to take you where you want to go.

+ Business+ Management+ Retail+ Leadership+ Project management
It never gets easier, you only get better!
www.alscertificates.com
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Living in Brisbane
Being comfortable whilst you study is very important,so we have a few options available that we can help arrange for you!

Student

Accommodation
Homestay

Many students also choose to find their own accommodation, either by renting their own place or in a share house. Both of them can also be great options, but please check the information on renting before you do– make sure you know your rights – and there are some good places to start looking in the useful links on our website.

Typical monthly cost of living in Brisbane (prices in Australian dollars)• Food (Buy own food)• Entertainment

$350
$208

• Telephone and power• Other miscellaneous costs

$84
$250

• Transport (buses, trains etc)
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25 26 27 28"If the start date falls on a public holiday, the course will start on the following working business day. The Cambridge exam dates for 2021 have not yet been published - the proposed start dates for 2021
are subject to change, and will be confirmed once the official exam dates are released by the Cambridge Testing Centre."

Queensland Public holidays

General English start dates

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Certificate IV in TESOL start dates

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School closed - Xmas holiday

School closed - Staff training day
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*Subject to change