SELC Courses - Electives

Every Wednesday, students in the General English course do a full-day elective course. This gives you a change from the everyday, and allows you to direct your studies toward your own specific interests or goals.

Levels

Intermediate and above

Students in General English (Intermediate and above) do a 1-day elective on Wednesdays. You choose your elective course at the beginning of the term.

You can choose to focus on Exam preparation; on improving your listening and speaking; on some business language; or to explore more of Sydney. These electives are available every term and you can join these classes for more than one term if you wish.

1. Cafè English + Barista Certificate

4 week elective
Learn English in a motivating and interesting way!

A great opportunity to learn English and coffee-making skills, and increase your chances of getting a job at the same time. In this elective you will learn new grammar, customer service skills and how to find a job in a café or restaurant. You will also do the Lavazza Professional Espresso Course. At the end of successfully completing the course you will be an officially recognised and qualified barista (person skilled in making coffee)!

Find out more about the Barista / Cafe English Elective

2. TOEIC / TOEFL Test Preparation

For students who wish to develop the skills and strategies needed to do well in both tests:

Simulated test practice
Vocabulary extension
Reading skills
Speed reading skills
Test-specific grammar review
Computer-based test practice
Error correction tasks
Idiomatic language

SELC is an official TOEIC Test Centre

SELC students who wish to sit the TOEIC test can apply directly at SELC. The tests are held every 2 months, with dates advised on our Academic Counselling noticeboard.

Find out more about TOEIC here

3. IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training

This is for students who need success in IELTS in order to go on to university or college in Australia.

It covers the following::

Essay writing skills
Reading of academic texts
Interview practice
Numerical report writing practice
Listening practice
Vocabulary extension

4. Listening and Speaking

Forget the textbooks! In this elective you will learn the sort of English native speakers use in everyday situations. The lessons are fun and include movie studies, pronunciation practice, role-plays, study of idioms, talking to native speakers, and lots of discussion and informal chats. It is a great way to improve your listening and casual conversation skills

5. Movie – making

This elective and innovative is a fun way to develop and practise your English skills by researching a chosen landmark or area in beautiful Sydney, then scripting, filming and editing a documentary- style short travel film with small group. You will produce your own film using the latest I-Movie technology and take home a DVD as a reminder of part of your Australian experience.

6. Job - seeking skills

This elective gives you the skills you need in the order to have success in finding, applying for and getting a job during or after study at SELC. This includes helping you to use the correct English for your resume and application for employment as well as the speaking and listening skills needed for your job interview.

7. Australian Studies

This elective gives you a chance to experience Australian culture as you learn English. It combines lessons with trips to the most interesting spots around and beyond Sydney. You learn about Aboriginal society, see Australia's incredible animals, and visit interesting places that a tourist would never find!

8. Grammar & Writing

Choose Grammar and Writing to consolidate your knowledge of English. In this elective we focus on making your English more accurate, so that you feel more confident both when you speak and write.

9.Natural Therapies

Our innovative new Natural Therapies elective gives you a practical introduction to English for natural healthcare. Learn English and experience yoga and aromatherapy - a unique combination!