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OHC Cairns

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Course description

Learn how to use English effectively in everyday situations. Improve your skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary and grammar.

At higher levels we aim to foster skills that will allow you to work in an English speaking environment with confidence in your language ability.

Our qualified and experienced teachers ensure that you can master the whole language by improving your ability to use English grammar. They will even make your pronunciation sound more natural and easier to understand.

We provide you with a flexible, goal orientated classes to ensure that progress can be made to any schedule. This ensures Oxford House College really is the best place to learn English!

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
20 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025

OHC does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 01:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level.

Class size

Maximum 18 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Welcome to life at OHC Cairns. On arrival, you are greeted by happy and friendly staff ready to meet you and help you settle into Australian life.

Superbly situated in the centre of the city of Cairns, this modern air conditioned campus with the centre piece being an open-air rainforest courtyard provides easy and convenient access to transport and amenities meters from the front door. When you are finished studying, enjoy the rainforest, reef and nightlife that Cairns is famous for.

In the college we have smaller style classes and a friendly atmosphere which start every Monday. Classes cover all key skills (Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing and Pronunciation) with a specific emphasis on communication. Our computer lab allows you to keep in touch with your family as well as study English on the net as well as in the classroom. We also have wireless access for students.

As part of the Holmes group, Cairns also has options for business courses in Management and Hospitality eight times a year so we can help you into further study beyond English. These courses are a great way to find work in Australia and sometimes lead to more permanent stays in Australia.

Cairns has a tropical climate and so much to do. Our garden courtyard and social program allow a relaxing way to wind down after study. Studying in Cairns is a great way to speak English, advance your business career and enjoy the best of Australia.

Year opened
1995
Number of classrooms
10

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

University partners

OHC has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Australia. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Holmes Institute

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at OHC Cairns varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

OHC teaches students from all over the world, including:

Japan
22%
Italy
15%
Taiwan
13%
Czech Republic
12%
Thailand
11%
Hungary
7%
South Korea
6%
Colombia
5%
Other
9%

School holidays

OHC does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
20 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025

School location

OHC Cairns is located in a beautiful tropical location in Cairns, North Queensland. The college has a garden courtyard for BBQs and is a 5 minute walk from the Lagoon swimming area. We have modern, bright rooms, smaller classes, excellent teachers and connections with many local hotels who employ English and Business students!
We look forward to welcoming students personally and motivating them towards reaching their language goals.

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Housing

OHC offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Half board

NZ$ 413
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 413
Our Accommodation Officer can reserve quality accommodation for you in Cairn's most popular areas. We have a choice of homestay accommodation with various meal options. Most homestay accommodation normally offer 2 meals a day Mon to Fri and 3 on the weekend.

You share a home with your host but have your own private room and a choice of meal options. Our homestay hosts are carefully chosen by our Student Services Team for their friendliness and experience in looking after international students. All homestay accommodation is within easy travelling distance of the school.

Homestay under 18 - Single-person room - Full board

NZ$ 442
weekly
Age range: 16 - 18 years old
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 442
Our Accommodation Officer can reserve quality accommodation for you in Cairn's most popular areas. We have a choice of homestay accommodation with various meal options. Most homestay accommodation normally offer 2 meals a day Mon to Fri and 3 on the weekend.

You share a home with your host but have your own private room and a choice of meal options. Our homestay hosts are carefully chosen by our Student Services Team for their friendliness and experience in looking after international students. All homestay accommodation is within easy travelling distance of the school.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Visit the Australia Government website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Cairns based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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