ELS Language Schools at Florida Institute of Technology: Melbourne (FL)
150 West University Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901, USA
ELS Language Schools at Florida Institute of Technology: Melbourne (FL)
NZ$ 323 discount for all courses and accommodations from 12-52 weeks Show details »
The Intensive English curriculum is designed for students who want to learn the language as quickly as possible within a short period of time. There are 30 morning and afternoon lessons per week. You will learn the key fundamentals of the English language in conjunction with vital study and classroom skills that will lead to success, including:
Key Language Skills: Our English courses cover all essential language skills such as: listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, and grammar. You will learn to speak with clarity, listen carefully, and gain the writing competencies necessary to complete your academic assignments with ease and accuracy.
Skills Enhancement Classes: ELS Centers offer Skills Enhancement Classes dedicated to subjects such as American Idioms, American Film, Current Events, and American Culture – enabling you to not only learn the English language, but to become part of the conversation and acquire the academic skills to succeed in higher education. Skill Enhancement Classes encompass two hours per day. In Levels 101-103, students work on Beginning Conversation and another skill area. In Levels 104-106, students focus on academic reading, writing, listening, or speaking skills. Starting in Levels 107-112, students work on academic skills such as reading, writing, listening, speaking, presentations, and note-taking.
Applied Learning: Students practice conversation and speaking skills using practical, real-world English. They learn to write with accuracy and effectiveness, develop strategic listening skills and improve their use of grammar. In the United States, Contact America! allows you to meet with native English-speakers, practice conversing while using real-world English, and listen to guest lecturers.
Key University Success Skills: To succeed in a US college or university, you will need more than just basic English language skills. Our program focuses on teaching you critical thinking, how to deliver presentations, public speaking, note-taking, academic research, and more. There are also more than 600 universities, colleges and career schools accept completion of an advanced ELS level as meeting the English language requirement for admission.
ELS recommends that students select a duration in 4-week increments (4 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks, etc.). Durations under 4 weeks (2 or 3 weeks) and in non-4-week increments may be available if space permits. These durations require special request and must be approved by the ELS Center Director.
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Maximum | 15 students |
Age range | 14 years old and older |
ELS/Melbourne is located on the campus of the Florida Institute of Technology (Florida Tech), just minutes from Florida’s beautiful white-sand beaches. Florida Tech offers a state-of-the-art campus nestled in a tropical garden of flowering plants and palm trees. Students enjoy weekend visits to Walt Disney World Resorts®, Magic Kingdom®, EPCOT®, Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, Animal Kingdom® and Universal Studios® and Kennedy Space Center.
The nationality and age mix at ELS Language Schools at Florida Institute of Technology: Melbourne (FL) varies over different time periods, courses and levels.
ELS 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.
Area Description
ELS/Melbourne is located on the campus of the Florida Institute of Technology (Florida Tech) just minutes from Florida's beautiful white-sand beaches. Florida Tech offers a state-of-the-art campus nestled in a tropical garden of flowering plants and palm trees. Many students enjoy weekend visits to Walt Disney World Resorts, Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, MGM Studios, Animal Kingdom and Universal Studios. Students may also experience Space Shuttle and rocket launches from nearby NASA's Kennedy Space Center.
Area Attractions
Local Beaches and Eco-Tourism
Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World, Busch Gardens, and other fun parks
NASA's Kennedy Space Center
Palm Beach, Tampa Bay and Miami close enough for possible weekend trips
Brevard County Zoo, Planetarium, Arts & Science Museum, plus other close attractions
Orlando is close for weekend excursions
Local Transportation
Public transportation is very poor in most of Florida. To visit Orlando, students need a car or must participate in ELS-organized excursions. Many students rent cars and divide the expense.
I stayed for three months at FIT campus in a very good bedroom. The toilet was cleaned well except for that one week when the cleaning lady went on a vacation. I didn't like the dinning hall food but there were other options if you want. Very good classes, teachers were responsible, always on time and prepared well for their classes. The management and academic team were very friendly and always willing to help. Every month there was a calendar of activities planned at low cost where you could go and learn a little more about US and practice your English. Great experience. I will be back.
Show details » Read more...Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Melbourne. These homes are often between 25 - 50 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 18+. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about student residence accommodation
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.
If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.
Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $110 when you register.
Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.
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 Melbourne based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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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