Overview

Through General English, you can develop core English language skills, studying, reading, writing, speaking, listening and grammar. You can then apply what you have learnt in practical, interactive sessions at your assessed proficiency level. This course is ideal for students from Beginner to Advanced levels.

Why this course?

• Study General English skills to give you the
  confidence to communicate effectively in real
  lifesituations.
• Gain confidence in speaking.
• Weekly testing and counselling.

Course Details

• Classes are held from Monday to Friday
• Study from 1-45 weeks (depending on your circumstances)
• Start any Monday
• 10 weeks per level
• Total tuition: $360 per week *45 weeks + 300 enrolment fee = $16,500

*Other fees, please see Enrolment Form

English Proficiency and Placement Test

You will not have to complete a placement test on arrival if:

• You submit results for a recognised proficiency test and have achieved an overall IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent.
• Your proficiency test was taken within two years before your course commencement date.
• If you do not have a proficiency test score, you will be asked to do a placement test when you arrive on campus and to be placed into the appropriate level of the course.
• If you do not meet the required entry proficiency you will first be placed into the General English program to allow you to reach the required English proficiency level to enter the Academic program.

Fees and Charges

Pollard English is entitled to charge fees for services provided to students undertaking training and assessment that leads to a nationally recognised outcome. These charges are generally for items such as course materials, textbooks, student services and training and assessment services.

Fees payable

Fees are payable when a student has received a confirmation of enrolment. The initial fee payment must be made prior to commencing training or within 10 days of receiving an invoice from POLLARD ENGLISH. POLLARD ENGLISH may discontinue training if fees are not paid in accordance with the agreed fee schedule. The current fees and charges are published within the current schedule of fees and charges.

Schedule of Fees and Charges

The Director is responsible for approving POLLARD ENGLISH Schedule of Fees and Charges. The schedule of fees and charges is to include the following information:

• the total amount of all fees including course fees, administration fees, material fees and any other charges for enrolling in a training
• payment terms, including the timing and amount of fees to be paid and any non- refundable deposit/administration
• the nature of the guarantee given by POLLARD ENGLISH to honour its commitment to deliver services and complete the training and/or assessment once the student has commenced
• any discounts, fee reductions or exemptions available for multiple enrolments, concession card holders, continuing student s, group bookings
• the fees and charges for additional services, including such items as issuance of a replacement qualification parchment or statement of results and the options available to student s who are deemed not yet competent on completion of training and assessment; and

Sections 28 and 29 of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act)

The tuition fees paid by an overseas student or intending overseas student to Pollard English are paid and maintained in nominated bank account of Pollard English in accordance with Section 28 of the ESOS Act.

The tuition fees of an overseas student or intending overseas student must be paid directly into the nominated bank account of Pollard English as required by Section 28 of the ESOS Act.

Pollard English ensures that there is sufficient amount (the protected amount) standing to the credit of the account to repay all tuition fees to every overseas student or intending overseas student (a relevant student) in accordance with Section 29 of the ESOS Act.

Pollard English ensures that the withdrawal from the nominated accounts to Pollard English expenses account will follow the specific directions in accordance with Section 29 of the ESOS Act.

Other Fees and Charges

Note: Pollard English reserves the right to vary fees without notice.

Payment procedure for tuition fees is as follows:

• An invoice for tuition fees for each term will be sent to students before that term

commences, this can be hand delivered in class or sent to the student’s email account.

• Students are required to pay the tuition fee before the commencement date of each term.
• If a student is having difficulties paying fees on time, they must make an appointment with the Finance Manager and discuss the issue. The Finance Manager will assist in resolving the student’s fee problem and propose a plan to the student. Late payment interest may be applicable in some cases, this is calculated from the due date until the whole tuition fee is
• Where there is no arrangement in place with the Finance Manager, a flat late payment penalty of AUD$ 200 applies for any tuition fee payment made after the due date. If students have overdue fees, they may not be eligible to attend classes, complete assessment tasks, enrol in further studies or borrow items from the
• If tuition fees are more than 2 weeks overdue and the student has not made any genuine efforts to discuss the circumstances with the Finance Manager, Pollard English may cancel the student’s For overseas students, Pollard English must inform DIPB through PRISMS about the matter. However, in case of an overseas student, the student will be issued with appropriate warning and intention to cancel letters before this cancellation and reporting takes place.
• If a student is suspended or had their enrolment cancelled because of a breach of the student rules, responsibilities and conduct, the student is still required to pay the tuition fee for the term in which they were suspended or had their enrolment

Students who defer their studies at a future date, need to be aware that if course fees change during this period the student will be required to pay the appropriate difference.

Payment Method:

The bank account details for the payment of fees are as follows:

Fees can be paid using the following methods:

• Telegraphic transfer – a common method of payment used by international

International Telegraphic Transfers will attract a AUD$20.00 processing fee.

• Bank deposit at any branch of the St. George
• Online transfer to Pollard English St. George bank
• Bank cheque made payable to POLLARD ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE PTY
• Transfers by EFTPOS using savings or credit cards. These payment facilities are available from Pollard English premises. A surcharge fee applies for credit card payments.

To confirm payment, students are required to send to POLLARD ENGLISH via email (info@pollardenglish.edu.au) or a copy of the transfer receipt, deposit slip or cheque along with your name, offer number and date of birth.