English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Entry requirements

See below

Duration

Two 5-week modules per level

Location

Melbourne, Australia

Tuition fees

$260 enrolment fee
+ $520 per study week 

Enrolments

Every 5 weeks

Overview

The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course gives you the academic English skills you need to pathway into a program at RMIT University or other learning institutes. Our students come from across the world to learn from passionate educators who have played an integral part of our 50 year history. Our programs use a hybrid of face-to-face, online learning and diverse assessments tasks to set our students up for English excellence in study, work and life. 

English for Academic Purposes course overview:

  • 6 academic levels: Elementary - Advanced Plus (see course details) 

  • Each level delivered over 10 weeks (2 x 5 week modules) 

  • 20 hours of scheduled classes per week (plus independent learning) 

  • Small class sizes for improved learning (15 - 18 people) 

  • Pathway into Foundation Studies or RMIT University program 

  • Academic support available 

  • English for Academic Purposes (EAP) is an accredited course delivered by REW (CRICOS: 076733A)

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REW English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Elementary to Advanced is NEAS Accredited

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English Bursary

RMIT English Language Bursary for Asia - RMIT English Language Bursary for Asia - RMIT University & RMIT English Language Bursary for Latin American students - RMIT English Language Bursary for Latin American students - RMIT University

Study with us

Over 50 years’ experience

Teaching academic English

Centrally located

Within the Melbourne CBD

Tailored academic support

For students on all academic levels

Course details

Delivery method and class schedules

We offer face-to-face English language teaching in the CBD of Melbourne, Australia. This is in accordance with the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act and directives announced by the Australian Government in October 2022 which require international students who hold an Australian student visa to return to study in Australia from 30 June.

Entry requirements

To apply for the English for Academic Purposes course you must complete one of the following: 

  • RMIT English Worldwide placement test  
    *“RMIT English Worldwide placement test results are only valid for 6 months from the test date. Students applying to study EAP will need to have a valid REW Placement test result or will be asked to re-sit a test before enrolment or on arrival for the start of class.”

  • IELTS English test 

  • TOEFL iBT English test 

  • PTE English test 

Your English language test results will indicate which academic level you will be eligible to enter. (see below) 

REW levels of study   Elementary 
(10 weeks)  
Pre-Intermediate
(10 weeks)  
Intermediate 
(10 weeks)  
Upper-Intermediate 
(10 weeks)  
Advanced 
(10 weeks) 
Advanced Plus 
(10 weeks) 
IELTS  
3.5 
no band <3.0  
4.0 
no band
<3.5  
4.5 
no band
< 4.0  
5.0 
no band
<4.5  
5.5 
no band
<5.0  
6.0 
No band 
<5.5 
TOEFL iBT   28   30   33   40  (Minimum: Listening 3, Reading 3, Speaking 12, Writing 12) 50  (Minimum: Listening 5, Reading 5, Speaking 14, Writing 15) 60  (Minimum: Listening 9, Reading 10, Speaking 16, Writing 19)
PTE  23   30   33   36   42   50  
CAE - - - - 162 169

English for Academic Purposes levels

The REW English for Academic Purposes course is uniquely designed by our Academic staff meaning you receive a tailored English learning experience.

Our English for Academic Purposes course is available in 6 levels.

Learn English to communicate in everyday situations.  

 

What you will learn 

Practice listening, speaking, reading and writing about the weather, activities, feelings, routines, giving directions and instructions, likes and dislikes. 

 

Delivery 

You will work in pairs, small groups and independently to complete class activities and tasks. 

Classes are delivered in person and/or online. 

 

Assessments

You must complete all the following assessments to complete EAP Elementary.

Skills 
Assessment Task 
Grammar and Vocabulary   Online Grammar and Vocabulary tests  
Reading   Examination 
Listening   Examination 
Writing   Examination 
Speaking   Speaking and Presentations throughout the course

Learning outcomes 

Reading  

  • Understand simple instructions and directions  

  • Scan for information in short texts  

  • Understand the main points in simple descriptive texts  

Listening  

  • Understand key points in a short description  

  • Identify data such as numbers, dates and prices  

  • Follow short conversations  

  • Understand the main points in informational or news reports 

Writing 

  • Write a series of sentences on a familiar topic  

  • Complete a form with personal information  

  • Write a description 

Speaking 

  • Prepare and give a short presentation on a familiar topic  

  • Give directions or instructions  

  • Participate in everyday transactions 

  • Ask and answer simple questions on personal and familiar topics  

Learn how to communicate in English about the present, past and future. 

 

What you will learn 

Describe objects, places and people. You will learn to make arrangements, suggestions and how to give instructions. You will read different styles of text and practice listening and speaking. 

 

Delivery 

You will work in pairs, small groups and independently to complete class activities and tasks. 

Classes are delivered in person and/or online. 

 

Assessments 

You must complete all the following assessments to complete EAP Pre-intermediate. 

Skill   Assessment Task   
Grammar and Vocabulary   Online Grammar and Vocabulary tests 
 
Reading   Examination   
Listening   Examination    
Writing   Examination   
Speaking  
Examination
 

Learning outcomes 

Reading 

  • Follow a sequence of directions or instructions 

  • Scan for important information in texts 

  • Understand the main points and details in simple descriptions, narratives or opinion texts 

Listening 

  • Understand simple announcements, instructions or directions 

  • Follow a short description, opinion or narrative 

  • Follow and identify topic shifts in a short conversation 

Writing 

  • Complete a form with personal information 

  • Write a series of rules or instructions 

  • Write a simple narrative or description using structured paragraphs 

Speaking

  • Give a short presentation about a familiar topic 

  • Manage transactional exchanges 

  • Give a sequence of simple directions or instructions 

  • Participate in simple conversations on a personal or familiar topic 

Learn grammar and vocabulary to use in study and in everyday life. 

 

What you will learn 

You will write structured paragraphs and essays and describe graphs. You will practise reading and listening to news and other texts and you will express your opinions on a range of topics, supporting your ideas with reasons.  

 

Delivery 

You will work in pairs, small groups and independently to complete class activities and tasks. 

Classes are delivered in person and/or online. 

 

Assessments 

You must complete all the following assessments to complete EAP Intermediate. 

Skill   Assessment Task 
Grammar and Vocabulary  
Online Grammar and Vocabulary Tests 
Reading  
Examination 
Listening  
Examination 
Writing   Graph Description Examination and Compare/Contrast Essay Examination 
Speaking  Examination 

Learning outcomes 

Reading 

  • Understand the main points, details and conclusions in texts presenting a clear point of view 

  • Follow an extended sequence of clear instructions 

  • Scan to locate information in texts 

Listening 

  • Understand instructions and procedures 

  • Follow a talk containing a description, narrative or opinion 

  • Understand the main points in a discussion or interview 

Writing 

  • Write a short essay presenting a description or comparison 

  • Write a brief report and describe a simple process 

  • Write a description or narrative based on experiences and feelings 

Speaking

  • Give a prepared presentation to an audience 

  • Give a sequence of instructions or describe a process 

  • Participate in conversations, expressing opinions, attitudes and feelings 

Develop and enhance your academic English skills.

 

What you will learn

You will learn grammar and vocabulary that will help you to understand complex texts. You will practice listening to lectures and writing academic essays and you will also participate in regular group discussions (tutorials) which will develop your speaking and listening skills.  

 

Delivery

You will work in pairs, small groups and independently to complete class activities and tasks. 

Classes are delivered in person and/or online.

 

Assessments 

You must complete all the following assessments to complete EAP Upper-intermediate.

Skill  Assessment Task 
Reading 
Response and Reflection Online Journal and Examination
Listening 
Response and Reflection Online Journal and Examination
Writing  Essay Completion Examination and Essay Examination
Speaking   Tutorials and Group Oral Presentation

Learning outcomes

Reading

  • Scan to locate relevant information in short articles or reports

  • Follow the argument in texts presenting a point of view 

  • Understand information presented in a complex graphic

  • Follow lengthy instructions 

Listening 

  • Understand main ideas and specific information in lectures 

  • Follow the main points and details of a discussion or interview

  • Predict the structure of information presented in a range of listening genres  

Writing 

  • Write a well-structured paragraph 

  • Form paragraphs into a well-structured essay

  • Write a short report using statistics and graphics 

  • Express views and feelings in reflective writing pieces

Speaking 

  • Research and give a presentation on an issue

  • Explain a problem, give details and explore causes and effects 

  • Participate in social and academic discussions, expressing opinions, giving information and sharing feelings

Develop academic skills to prepare for university. 

 

What you will learn 

You will learn grammar and vocabulary that will help you to understand complex texts. You will practice listening to lectures and writing academic essays and you will also participate in regular group discussions (tutorials) which will develop your speaking and listening skills.  

 

Delivery 

You will work in pairs, small groups and independently to complete class activities and tasks. 

Classes are delivered in person and/or online. 

 

Assessments 

You must complete all the following assessments to complete EAP Advanced. 

Skill  Assessment Task 
Reading 
Response and Reflection Online Journal and Examination
Listening  
Response and Reflection Online Journal and Examination
Writing  
Referenced Essay Examination and Critical Response Examination
Speaking   Tutorials and Oral Presentation

Learning outcomes

Reading

  • Scan long texts and compare information from different sources 

  • Understand referenced arguments, complex instructions and procedures 

  • Understand the main points and details in a range of text types on familiar and unfamiliar topics  

Listening

  • Follow the main points of a complex presentation 

  • Follow the main points in a discussion with multiple speakers 

  • Follow the development of an argument 

Writing

  • Write a cohesive paragraph or essay that incorporates research 

  • Write a short report or case study discussing research results 

  • Reflect on your experiences in writing.  

Speaking

  • Give a clear, well-structured presentation 

  • Give a sequence of instructions or describe a process 

  • Participate in social and academic discussions 

Develop academic and research skills to prepare you for university in Australia. 

 

What you will learn 

You will conduct secondary research and present your findings in a written report and in an oral presentation. You will develop reading and listening skills to help you understand academic articles and lectures. 

 

Delivery 

You will work in pairs, small groups and independently to complete class activities and tasks. 
Classes are delivered in person and/or online. 

 

Assessments 

You must complete all the following assessments to complete EAP Advanced plus.

Skill   Assessment Task 
Reading   Response and Reflection Online Journal and Examination
Listening   Response and Reflection Online Journal and Examination
Writing   Research Report and Critical Response Examination
Speaking   Tutorials and Oral Presentations

Learning outcomes 

Reading

  • Understand lengthy, complex texts related to academic or professional contexts 

  • Scan long and complex texts to locate relevant information 

  • Understand complex referenced texts with stated and unstated opinions and points of view 

Listening 

  • Understand complex extended messages and technical information 

  • Follow arguments in complex presentations and documentaries 

  • Follow extended discussions, debates and interviews 

Writing 

  • Write a report that incorporates research  

  • Write a critical response evaluating multiple texts 

  • Write an annotated bibliography 

  • Write reflectively about the learning process 

Speaking

  • Give a clear, well-structured presentation on a complex topic 

  • Take part in team negotiations 

  • Exchange ideas fluently and in social or academic discussions 

English for Academic Purposes timetable

To assist our growing learning community in Australia, we offer classes Monday to Friday in two ‘shifts’. Which shift you will study in will be dependent on your English level and class. 

  Session 1  Break Session 2 
Shift 1 8:20am - 10:20am
10:20am - 10:50am 10:50am - 12:50pm
Shift 2  1:00pm - 3:00pm 3:00pm - 3:30pm 3:30pm - 5:30pm

You can access your timetable via Canvas. All class times are listed in Melbourne time.

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Local Students

Australian permanent residents and citizens are welcome to study with RMIT English Worldwide. However, please be aware that this is a full-fee course and there are no government subsidised places. Fees applicable are the same as international students, ie $260 enrolment fee + $490 per study week (2023). The full tuition fees need to be paid upfront to be accepted into the program as there are no instalment plans available.

China Students

Visit the RMIT China site for information about the English Language course in Chinese.

2024 Important Dates

Module

Orientation

Course start date

Course end date

1

Fri 05/01/24 

Mon 08/01/24 

Fri 09/02/24

2

Fri 09/02/24

Mon 12/02/24 

Fri 15/03/24

3

Fri 15/03/24 

Mon 18/03/24

Fri 19/04/24

4

Fri 26/04/24 

Mon 29/04/24

Fri 31/05/24

5

Fri 31/05/24

Mon 03/06/24

Fri 05/07/24

6

Fri 19/07/24

Mon 22/07/24 

Fri 23/08/24

7

Fri 23/08/24 

Mon 26/08/24

Thurs 26/09/24 (*TBC)

8

Fri 04/10/24

Mon 07/10/24

Fri 08/11/24

9

Fri 08/11/24

Mon 11/11/24

Fri 13/12/24

2025 Important Dates

Module

Orientation

Course start date

Course end date

1

Fri 03/01/25

Mon 06/01/25

Fri 07/02/25

2

Fri 07/02/25

Mon 10/02/25

Fri 14/03/25

3

Fri 14/03/25

Mon 17/03/25

Thurs 17/04/25

4

Thurs 24/04/25

Mon 28/04/25

Fri 30/05/25

5

Fri 30/05/25

Mon 02/06/25

Fri 04/07/25

6

Fri 18/07/25

Mon 21/07/25

Fri 22/08/25

7

Fri 22/08/25

Mon 25/08/25

Thurs 25/09/25

(*TBC)

8

Fri 03/10/25

Mon 06/10/25

Fri 07/11/25

9

Fri 07/11/25

Mon 10/11/25

Fri 12/12/25

** Once you apply to study at REW, you will be sent a letter of offer.  After you have accepted the offer and paid for your course, you will be issued with a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE). You will then be contacted on the enrolment date to complete the enrolment process.

Public holidays

RMIT English Worldwide Melbourne is closed on public holidays. Plan ahead by checking when they take place at the Business Victoria website.

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Frequently asked questions

RMIT English Worldwide Student Services will contact all new students via email with important information about enrolment and orientation. 

If you have any questions, you can contact rewstudent.services@rmit.edu.au

Enrolment:

Enrolment opens 2 weeks prior to the start of each module. New students will receive an email from REW Student Services with:

  • The enrolment form – complete the form to enrol

  • Information about how to access your RMIT student email and Canvas account

Orientation:

Orientation is compulsory for all new English for Academic Purposes students. It takes place on the Friday before the start of each module.

The orientation program has two parts:

New Student Orientation

  • Academic Support: Find out about the assessment and academic support available
  • Student Experience: Learn about the activities and events at RMIT Training. It’s a great way to meet other students

  • Wellbeing: Find out how to access confidential support services available to guide you through your studies 

  • Student Services: Learn more about your tuition fees, attendance, and policies/procedures

Need Help?

Contact the REW Student Services team at rewstudent.services@rmit.edu.au

The length of your EAP program will be determined by your current level of English, the level of English you wish to reach, and how well you progress. EAP at RMIT English Worldwide is delivered in 5-week modules. Each level is delivered over two 5-week modules.

The first step is to take an English language placement test. The test will evaluate your reading, writing, speaking, and listening abilities. The results will determine what level you will be placed in.

You can book a free RMIT English Worldwide placement test online.

Please contact us for further information.

You can book a free RMIT English Worldwide placement test online.

Please contact us for further information.

RMIT Training is an official testing centre for IELTS and PTE.

REW offers 6 levels of English for Academic Purposes from Elementary to Advanced Plus.

REW assesses English for Academic Purposes students through tasks, quizzes, and final assessments. It is very important that you attend all classes and remain engaged with your course for the best possible outcome.

Please view RMIT Training’s policies on assessments for more information.

Please view RMIT Training’s policies and procedures.

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