First Certificate in English (FCE)
Refer to Institute Calendar for details of start dates
Length: 10 weeks (CRICOS 10 weeks)
The First Certificate in English (FCE) is an Advanced course which aims to prepare students for the internationally recognised Cambridge examinations. It provides the necessary foundation skills for students to build confidence and accuracy in English prior to sitting the examination.
(CRICOS Course Codes: Melbourne 051251C, Sydney 062956A)
The course helps develop English language skills in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening.
Cambridge Examination Preparation
The First Certificate in English (FCE) course is recognised internationally by employers and many tertiary institutes. The Cambridge courses are intended for intermediate to upper-intermediate level students.
Many students enrol in our ELICOS program before entering the FCE course to ensure their English language is adequate. Carrick Institute of Education’s teachers prepare students for the examinations, which are held three times each year. It is optional for students to sit the test, which costs approximately $345. For more information on Cambridge Examinations please visit http://www.cambexams.com.au .
The Cambridge courses are intensive. Many students enrol in a Cambridge course just to improve their accuracy and proficiency in English and choose not to sit the examinations.
Entry Requirements
Placement in the FCE course is determined by a reading, writing and grammar test followed by an oral interview. Students are required to have a minimum of IELTS Level 4.5 or 5.0 before entering the FCE examination preparation course.
Materials Used
Students are guided through the use of a class texts and the extensive use of materials. It is required that all English language students purchase the prescribed textbook, which costs under A$100.
Assessment
Our teachers are responsible for assessing students’ development and monitoring their progress. Student progress is regularly monitored through task-based assessment and progress checks. At the end of the program, all students are awarded a Carrick Institute of Education Certificate of Attendance and an Achievement Report which indicates the completion level.
Please note:
Catherine Carrick trading as Carrick Institute of Education (VIC) CRICOS 00184J
Carrick Institute of Education Pty Ltd (NSW) CRICOS 02920K