Overview
Unlock a world of endless opportunities and elevate your language proficiency with BROWNS English Language School's Cambridge First Certificate English (FCE) Preparation program. Tailored to help you achieve success in the internationally recognised Cambridge FCE exam, our comprehensive curriculum focuses on refining your language skills across all aspects - reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Led by certified teachers with vast experience in Cambridge exam preparation, our engaging classes and practical exercises ensure that you are fully prepared to excel. Immerse yourself in a motivating and supportive learning environment, surrounded by like-minded individuals aspiring to reach new heights. With our proven track record of FCE success, BROWNS is the perfect launchpad for your future endeavors, whether it be in academia, career advancement, or global travel. Enrol now and let BROWNS be your stepping stone to success in the Cambridge FCE exam and beyond.
Duration: 10 or 12 weeks
Recommended Program Dates. Excluding public holidays and school closure periods
- 1st January 2024 (11 weeks) - Brisbane only
- 18th March 2024 (12 weeks)
- 17th June 2024 (10 weeks)
- 9th September 2024 (12 weeks)
Mode of Study: On-campus
Course Description
- 20 hours in-class and 5 hours Accelerate and homework review
- Regular practice tests and tasks that allow students to become familiar with the exam structure and a variety of content
- Covers many genres of English, e.g. formal, informal, business, academic, personal
- Useful preparation for students looking to study the Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) Preparation program
- Preparation for obtaining a high-level universally-accepted English language qualification
Entry Requirements
- Strong Intermediate English language level or above
- Student, Working Holiday or Visitor visa
- Verifiable results of a standardised English test or the BROWNS Online Placement Test
- Age: 16 and over
Fees:
CRICOS Code: 061169C
Timetable
Sample Timetable
This should be used as a guide only and may be subject to change at anytime. Our Cambridge Exam Preparation course could be scheduled onto any one of the following full time timetables: Click here to see all Sample Schedules.
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| Reading Matching paragraphs and headings Understanding general meaning Looking for synonyms |
Writing Transaction letter Understanding the task Letter structure Language and content |
Listening Cloze activity – building and strengthen vocabulary Listening for specific information |
Use of English Cloze procedure – using context clues to identify words Creative writing activity |
Language Development Prepositions, nouns and adjectives Feelings and expressions |
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| Grammar Identifying adverbs and adjectives Choosing correct adjective and adverb forms |
Grammar Adverbs of degree – expressing intensity Multiple choice questions and error correction |
Speaking Comparatives and superlatives Pronunciation Stressing content words |
Grammar Practicing gerunds (-ing forms) Using infinitives Distinguishing the two forms |
Use of English Multiple choice questions and answers Tips and strategies for taking the exam |
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| Mock Exam | |||||
| Lunch | |||||
| Reading Gapped text – reading the paragraph and filling in the gaps |
Listening Multiple matching Awareness raising activity using predicting skills |
Writing Formal Application Letter Having an appropriate register and format |
Listening Multiple Matching – demonstrating comprehension Error correction |
Use of English Word formation Identifying the noun form of adjectives and adverbs |
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| Use of English Word formation – looking at collocations Forming nouns from verbs |
Speaking Collaborative task Initiating, interrupting, offering and closing |
Reading Skimming and scanning – two important fast reading techniques |
Writing Formal letters Using accurate grammatical structures Writing for the target reader |
Speaking Collaborative Task Taking turns initiating, interrupting, offering and closing |
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