Agent News - April 2007

NOOSA, AUSTRALIA

New Course – Cambridge FCE "Fast Track"

The Cambridge Preparation program at GV Noosa continues to grow strongly. We anticipate that in the September session, we will be offering at least 3 classes at each of the FCE and CAE levels. To help build on our strong record of success in the Cambridge test, we are offering a new 5 week 'Pre-Preparation' course, "Cambridge Fast Track".

Classroom

Classroom

Aimed at students planning on attempting the FCE, this program offers an extended Cambridge preparation time, focusing on the vocabulary and grammar required for the FCE success. Cambridge Pre-Preparation Fast Track Key points:

  • Intensive 5 week program
  • Lower Intermediate level entry
  • Direct entry to FCE for successful graduates

The Cambridge Pre-preparation Fast Track course is a five week intensive course for low intermediate level students wishing to enter the FCE course. The course has been prepared in response to the growing demand of prospective students who require a preliminary programme of study to reach the entry requirements for the FCE. Learners may come directly into this course as part of an intensive seventeen week programme or after successfully completing a general English course at pre-intermediate level at GV Noosa.

Course Structure

A theme is introduced each week to act as a stimulus for vocabulary development. Grammar is taught within this context and students are introduced to proof-reading and error correction skills. Particular emphasis is placed on developing fluency and accuracy in conversation and on developing effective listening skills.

Entry Requirements

Low Intermediate level English. In all cases the entry pre-requisite will be a ‘pass’ in our initial placement Test, which has been developed for all enrolling students. A pass in the case of entering the Pre-Preparation Cambridge course is defined as gaining a minimum of 50% overall on the test.

For more information about this program, please contact Becky at bcantor@gvenglish.com


Noosa – Online Video Resources

The new GV Australia DVD is due to be released next month. Prior to this, it is interesting to note the number of online video resources that exist to introduce Noosa and the Sunshine Coast. Here is just a small sample:

Tourism Noosa
http://www.prevucorporation.com

Sunshine Coast
http://video.prevucorporation.com

Fraser Island
http://video.prevucorporation.com

Activities Horse Riding
http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com

Food Tour
http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com

Diving: HMAS Brisbane
www.fishingnoosa.com.au/midships.htm

Kayak Fishing
www.fishingnoosa.com.au/yakvid.htm

Live Cams

Noosa Beach
www.coastalwatch.com

Sunshine Beach
www.coastalwatch.com/


Challenge Crt Student House - Opening in June!

Following the strong demand for the Belfa Pl, Tarina St, Southern Cross Prd and Advance Pl Student Houses, GV Noosa is pleased to announce the opening of our newest student accommodation option, Challenge Crt.

The Challenge Crt Student House is located an easy 15 minute walk to school and a 10 minute walk to beautiful Sunshine Beach. It has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, ample living space and wireless internet access. As always self-cathered rooms are priced from $100-$130 per week, all inclusive. There are still limited beds available in Challenge Crt for June, but please reserve a room as soon as possible as they are filling fast. For availability queries, please contact us.

Tarina St Bedroom

Tarina St Bedroom

Tarina St bedrooms


TAP Reminder

We are accepting students for GV Noosa's very popular Teen Activity Program, which runs for the months of July and August (start any Monday). We currently have students enrolled from Japan, France, Hungary, Korea, Russia, and Italy.

TAP student surfing

TAP student singing

TAP students surfing and singing during activities


Contact Us

For more information about GV Noosa, please contact us at noosa@gvenglish.com


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