Programme Introduction

The Anglia Preparatory English Course - APEC program is a general language course for all learners of English. A unique feature of this program is the option for a student to take up additional intensive modules to supplement their current learning. These intensive modules cover topics such as conversation and spoken English, presentation skills, English for academic purposes and other vital skills for your success.

The evaluation process has been specially developed according to AESL (Anglia Examination Syndicate Limited) and benchmarked against the CEFR (Common European Framework Reference) - the same benchmark as IELTS and TOEFL.

Overview

The Elementary levels aim to build a strong foundation in a student's English language proficiency. By the end of Elementary levels, students should be able to

• write a short connected text on descriptive or narrative topics
• read and understand a text from a familiar range of topics
• ask and answer questions about past or present events
• distinguish between and use a variety of tenses in familiar contexts: past, present and future
• express basic intention, purpose, obligation, preference and advice

The Pre-Intermediate level aims to not just help students achieve communication skills in social conversation, but also to communicate effectively in the content area. Achievements by the end of the level are

• write a short connected text on descriptive, narrative or imaginary topics
• read and understand a text from a familiar range of topics
• distinguish between and use a variety of tenses: past, present and future
• ask and answer questions about past or present or future events
• express basic intention, purpose, obligation, preference, advice, agreement and disagreement, hypothesis and process

The Intermediate level prepares the students to write clear connected texts in wide topics, and perform report writing. This level is equivalent to the CEFR B1 or IELTS 4.0-5.0. The student has sufficient active vocabulary and structural understanding to:

• write clear connected text on descriptive, narrative or imaginary topics
• read and understand texts from both concrete or abstract topics
• distinguish between and use a variety of tenses: past, present and future
• ask and answer questions about past or present or future events
• express basic intention, purpose, obligation, preference, advice, agreement and disagreement process and hypothesis including regret and consequence
• repeat messages, pass on information, check facts

The Advanced levels is the minimum standard of English for entry into any of Austons academic programmes. This level aims to help students prepare for spontaneous interaction to achieve communication skills beyond simple conversation. This level is equivalent to the CEFR B2 or IELTS 5.5-6.0. Achievements include:

• understand and respond to the main points of a text on any topic, concrete or abstract
• use language to perform any function likely to arise in a normal social or learning context
• manipulate structures to create emphasis, and vary style and idiom
• listen and respond to passages and questions in a variety of forms, delivered at a measured speaking pace

While Auston does not conduct specialized Accept Proficiency-level classes, students intending to proceed directly into the final Bachelor year or into any Post-Graduate programme must be able to achieve this standard. They may do so by attending the intensive modules with the Advanced level of APEC. This level is equivalent to the CEFR C1 or IELTS 6.0-7.0. Students at this level should:

• have a very good active vocabulary and structural understanding
• write clear, organised text on descriptive, narrative, or discursive topics, including giving opinion and explaining the advantages and disadvantages of a given issue
• write letters, both formal and informal
• read and respond to a longer text on any topic, concrete or abstract
• provide an accurate summary of a text
• use language to perform any function likely to arise in a normal social or learning context
• manipulate structures to create emphasis, and vary style and idiom
• listen and respond accurately to passages and questions in a variety of forms and contexts, delivered at a normal speaking pace

Each APEC level consists of 105 hours with the option to attend an additional intensive module of 70 hours

Levels : Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Advanced
Duration : 7 weeks per level
Mode : Full Time - Monday to Friday
Daily Contact : 3 hours of Fundamentals + 2 hours Supplementary Skills

Entry Requirements

Every new student who wishes to pursue any of the professional tertiary courses offered by AUSTON is required to sit for a placement test. Students whose first language is not English are required to take an English placement test (online test or paper-based test) upon arrival at Auston. The necessary levels for entry are as follows:

Documents for Application

• Completed Application for Admission Form
• 2 Passport-Sized Photographs
• Copy of NRIC or Passport
• Non-Refundable Registration Fee and Relevant Fees According to the Latest Fees Schedule