Adelaide proudly hosts some 20,000 international students.
They see the city as a means to a rewarding career path and a fulfilling life. They're embracing the opportunities to be had in a modern Western metropolis, earning internationally-respected qualifications, working alongside some of the world's most influential companies and learning the ways of an English-speaking culture.
Study Adelaide is your gateway to a world of information, everything from finding the right course to finding student accommodation.
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Tertiary options
TAFE
There are three TAFE Institutes spread over 51 campuses. They offer more than 300 vocational education and training courses designed to meet the demands of the workforce.
Some courses require the completion of 12 years of schooling with studies at senior secondary level. Relevant work experience or post secondary vocational studies are also taken into consideration.
To find out more, contact:
TAFE Education
Tel: +61 8 8463 6300
Fax: +61 8 8463 6319
Email: tafeinfo@saugov.sa.gov.au
Web: www.tafe.sa.edu.au
Private training organisations
There are over 600 private registered training organisations in Adelaide. These offer accredited training programs in a wide range of subjects.
As well as a number of business colleges, there are two esteemed catering and hospitality schools in Adelaide: Le Cordon Bleu and the International College of Hotel Management.
Universities
There are four highly-regarded universities in Adelaide. A fifth campus (UCL SERAus) will open in 2010.
Each sets a consistently high world standard in education as well as offering key strengths in specific fields. They are respected internationally for the quality and range of study and research opportunities they provide.
Adelaide's universities are ranked among Australia's top universities for research, providing a focal point where industry, higher education and government can come together on projects of national and international importance.
For more information:
University of Adelaide
Tel: +61 8 8303 4455
Web: www.adelaide.edu.au
Flinders University
Tel: +61 8 8201 3911
Web: www.flinders.edu.au
University of South Australia
Tel: +61 8 8302 6611
Web: www.unisa.edu.au
Carnegie Mellon University
Tel: +61 8 8110 9906
Web: www.heinz.cmu.edu/australia
UCL School of Energy and Resources Australia
Web: www.ucl.ac.uk/australia
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English language programs for school children and students
New Arrivals Program
The South Australian Department of Education and Childrens Services has a New Arrivals Program (NAP).
NAP centres are found in metropolitan and country areas, giving intensive English language support for students who are newly arrived in Australia, with a language and cultural background other than English.
To download a brochure in your language, visit the New Arrivals Program website.
Students who have been in Australia for less than 12 months (18 months for students in Reception and Year 1) are eligible to enrol in the New Arrivals Program.
During their time in the program, students are taught English for social interaction and cultural understandings, as well as English language literacy skills.
The New Arrivals Program provides the only opportunity for students to learn English intensively across areas of the curriculum, in relatively small classes. There are various support services available to students in NAP centres including Bilingual School Support Officers, Community Liaison Officers, School Counsellors and a Guidance Officer.
It is strongly recommended that, where possible, eligible new arrivals attend NAP centres.
Primary New Arrivals Programs
Newly arrived students of primary school age are catered for in small classes within designated mainstream schools. Classes are organised by age, and enrolment may take place from a student's 5th birthday at any time during the school year.
Classes are staffed by specially trained English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers, and students are taught all areas of study in English, in order to prepare them for exit to mainstream classes appropriate to their age and ability.
Whilst in the program, children are continuously assessed, and parents are advised when a student is ready to leave the program. Parents are also invited to discuss their child's future education and enrolment in the school of their choice. The mainstream teacher receives an exit report for each child.
Secondary New Arrivals Program
The Adelaide Secondary School of English is the only Department school that caters for newly-arrived ESL students between the ages of 12 and 18 years.
Students are assessed on enrolment and placed in classes according to their English language proficiency and their level of previous schooling. They are also placed in one of three learning pathways.
The Secondary New Arrivals Program provides a supportive learning environment, where students develop English language skills, as well as skills, understandings and attitudes for effective participation both in general secondary schooling and Australian society. Students follow an intensive English as a Second Language course across the required areas of study.
For full details and contacts, visit the New Arrivals Program website.
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English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS)
Adelaide has a range of accredited English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students. They are designed to improve your English, whether it's for general conversation or for greater fluency in academic fields.
Courses are offered through a number of government and private institutions; course fees range from $200 (for 15 hours) to $12,500 (for 48 weeks).
ELICOS courses are also open to anyone. You can study English at small privately-run colleges or at large university or vocational education centres.
Students preparing for high school studies can even undertake ELICOS programs at secondary school.
For more information and a list of Adelaide institutions offering ELICOS courses, visit Study Adelaide.
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