Learning and Teaching Unit
This is a list of free or low cost community-based English Language classes which are available for UniSA students and their spouses.
Please note that these classes are generally not designed for academic language development but are aimed principally at improving the participant's communication and English language abilities:
Conversational English classes are open to anybody. There are only 16 places per class so participants need to be there at least 10 minutes before class as they fill quickly. There is also a free range of learning resources including IELTS preparation materials which can be accessed during normal opening hours. You will need to register with the State Library to use these resources.
Further details of the ELLIS program, including class times, can be found on the ELLIS website.
Location
Corner of North Tce and Kintore Ave, Adelaide
Phone: (08) 8207 7250
Many Community Centres, Neighbourhood Houses and Public Libraries offer free English conversation groups during the day. Please contact the Learning and Teaching Unit for a comprehensive list of community-based ESL classes.
TAFE offers full time English language programs for ELICOS students on a student visa, as well as part time language courses for students on other visa classes such as dependant spouse and tourist or visitor visas. These classes are suitable for learners at all levels and include instruction in all the skill areas. They can be done part time from a minimum of 2hrs per week to a maximum of 25 hrs per week. The charge is $15/hr.
Class Times
Classes can be commenced at anytime during the year.
Morning classes are from 9am-12pm
Afternoon classes are from 1pm-3pm
Location
120 Currie St, City (on Light Square)
Phone: (08) 8207 8805
Teach International trains people to become teachers of English. The community English classes it offers are an opportunity for people in the community (for example, international students or migrants) to access free English classes and for trainee teachers to practice. The focus of the classes is on speaking English but participants also practice other language skills. The classes are relaxed and friendly. Students feel comfortable practicing their language skills and also have the opportunity to mix with other people from a variety of different countries. Teach International asks for $1 to pay for tea and coffee, but this is optional.
Class Times
5.30-7.30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Location
Level 7, 90 King William Street
Adelaide, South Australia 5000
Phone: (03) 8660 6753
Thebarton Senior College offers nationally accredited courses designed for people from non-English speaking backgrounds who wish to develop the English skills necessary for living, working and studying in Australia. They provide a pathway into TAFE.
All students in each certificate study a minimum of four lessons of English as a Second Language per week over a duration of 6 to 12 months. The cost for a certificate level course is only $300. Details of the two certificates including class schedules can be found on their website or by calling.
Location
40 Ashley Street
Torrensville, South Australia 5031
Phone: (08) 8352 5811
The Workers Education Association offers very affordable classes that cover all the four skill areas of Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. Prices are generally between $30 and $50 and courses are between 6-8 weeks at 2 hours per session. Fulltime students are eligible for a 10% discount on all WEA courses.
Locations and class times vary depending on the class. When you visit the WEA website, type 'English' in the search window.
