Murdoch College is a pathway education provider located on the Murdoch University campus in Perth, Western Australia. It helps international students develop English language skills and academic skills for further study into university pathways like foundation, diploma or postgraduate qualifying programmes. All classes are held on-campus with strong support for international students.

 

Why Study General English at Murdoch College?

The General English programme is designed to help you improve core English skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking to:

• Communicate confidently in everyday English situations
• Prepare for further academic study or professional interactions
• Build a strong language foundation before enrolling in higher-level English (like EAP) or academic pathways
• Ease into life and learning in an English-speaking environment

 

Course Structure & Subjects

General English focuses on the core language skills that help you communicate effectively:

Speaking

• Everyday conversation practice

• Pronunciation and fluency

• Role-plays and interactive dialogue

Listening

• Understanding native speakers

• Listening to announcements and academic audio

• Note-taking practice in listening tasks

Reading

• Improving comprehension

• Understanding main ideas, details and vocabulary

• Reading articles and short texts

Writing

• Constructing sentences and paragraphs

• Emails, short notes

• Everyday writing tasks

Grammar & Vocabulary

• Builds essential grammar

• Vocabulary development for daily use

 

Pathways After General English

Although General English itself does not lead to an academic award, it prepares you for:

• English for Academic Purposes (EAP1/EAP2) → pathway into foundation, diploma, or university courses
• Foundation or Diploma Programmes at Murdoch College
• University degree entry (with further English improvement)

 

Highlights & Benefits

• Designed for any English level below IELTS 5.0 — beginners to intermediate learners.
• Short, flexible course blocks — ideal for tailoring study to your needs.
• Improves everyday communication — helpful for study, work, and life in Australia.
• On-campus classes — experience university facilities and culture.
• Pathway into higher-level English and academic programmes at Murdoch College.

 

Career Outcomes

General English alone does not lead to a career qualification. However, it:

• Improves your English to help you succeed academically in higher-level courses.
• Builds essential communication skills for employment in English-speaking environments.
• Supports long-term goals such as university entry and professional development.

 

Visa Requirements

International students must obtain a Student Visa (Subclass 500) if:

• You study for more than 3 months (typically 13 weeks+).
• You are enrolled full-time on-campus.

 

General English courses longer than 3 months require a student visa. For shorter courses, visas depend on nationality and duration. Always check Immigration Australia requirements.

Other requirements usually include:

• Letter of offer/Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
• Proof of funds (tuition + living costs)
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• Valid passport

 

Latest Updates & Requirements

• The General English programme runs year-round with frequent 5-week intake blocks.
• Entry is flexible — suitable for any student needing language improvement below IELTS 5.0.
• Course content is aligned to support progression into EAP and other academic pathways.