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Australian International College of LanguageGold Coast, Australia

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

10 students - overall rating
66 Marine Parade - 4215 Gold Coast - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Three minutes walk from the central business district and bus stop.
  • Large outdoor lunch areas
  • Campus is directly opposite the Broadwater Parklands.
What we dislike about the school
  • Additional costs of course material of approx. 5 AU$ per week.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 60%
18-24 years 20%
25-34 years 10%
35-50 years 5%
>50 years 5%
The average age outside summer is 3 years higher than in summer.

Location: Southport is a suburb of the Gold Coast, to the North of the city, and is the business hub of the region. Australian International College of Language sits on one of the main roads of the neighbourhood, opposite the Broadwater parklands, with views across the coral sea to the Gold Coast Spit.

Local attractions: Just down the road from the school is the Australian Fair Shopping Centre, which boasts a wide variety of shops, endless food options and a cinema for those who want to enjoy a film in the evening. There is plenty to keep students busy in this borough, with an excellent Aboriginal Art Gallery who work with the aboriginal painters to help display their pieces, Anzac Park and The Rockpools which merge from Broadwater parklands and Southport reserve for some hikes in wildlife. Australia is famous for its beaches and Southport main beach does not disappoint.

Getting around: The main beach is a quick 15 minute bus ride from the street behind the school or a leisurely 40 minute stroll.

Beach life: The beach stretches all the way along the coast of the city, intersecting with surfers paradise for any students who would like to take up or improve upon this adrenaline filled sport. If surfing is not your thing, then why not try a day of snorkeling or diving in Southport's seaway which has been described as the best shorewater location for diving in Queensland. In general, by public transport, it takes around 30 minutes from Australian International College of Language to the main city centre of the Gold Coast, with the main attraction being the beautiful beaches.

Course structure: Australian International College of Language is the longest running school on the Gold Coast with nearly 30 years experience. Students can take a General English course in either a full time or part time duration and there are specific courses available for those wanting to tailor their studies in a particular field. These options include professional sport, academic purposes for further learning and high school preparation.

Junior packages: Whilst the general courses are available for those students as young as 14 years of age there are also young learner programmes at the school for the spring, summer and winter months. The programmes are for those aged between 6 and 12 years of age and include homestay accommodation for full immersion with the school providing afternoon activities to keep the students entertained and provide a glimpse into the local culture. Young learner programmes are for a limited number of weeks, but the school also offers its young learners the chance to join a course all year round for a maximum duration of up to 6 months. This year round course does not include accommodation or activities.

School facilities: The school has wonderful facilities for the students to use including a computer room, a garden, a lounge, a balcony and a student support desk. The staff are highly trained in teaching English to foregin students and the school is NEAS Quality Endorsed which gives students confidence that their learning is in good hands whilst attending Australian International College of Language.

English Courses

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General Language
General EnglishMost Popular English course
23 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
In high demand!
Offer!from
440AU$418AU$
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Part-Time English
15 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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360AU$342AU$
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Junior
English for High School Preparation (13 to 17 years old)
25 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
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480AU$456AU$
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English for Young Learners (6 to 12 years old)
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
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460AU$437AU$
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Spring Camp (6 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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1320AU$1287AU$
Includes accommodation
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Summer Camp (6 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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1514AU$1477AU$
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Winter Camp (6 to 17 years old)
24 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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1227AU$1197AU$
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation CourseRecommended English course
23 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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440AU$418AU$
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Cambridge CAE Exam Preparation Course Recommended English course
23 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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440AU$418AU$
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IELTS Exam Preparation Course Recommended English course
23 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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440AU$418AU$
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Language Plus Activity
English and Professional Sport
23 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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410AU$390AU$
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Our prices for Australian International College of Language include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes

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Student opinions about Australian International College of Language, Gold Coast

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Overall school rating of
Australian International College of Language, Gold Coast
10 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Facilities
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Social activities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Value for money
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
2.3 

Rating: 2.3/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (8 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Students 18-30 years (0 ratings)
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

Students 31-49 years (1 rating)
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Students 50+ years (1 rating)
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
56 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Very good school. Amazing teachers abd great location: close to the park, by the water. Very well conducted lessons. Lots of discussions on important and current topics, lots of independent thinking (my level is intermediate). I recommend it to everyone, really. It was great! My learning didn't last long, but I improved my English very quickly. I think I'll go back there again to do the academic level :) I also want to thank Ms. Gosia Mazur, who very cleverly guided me and negotiated a lower price. Thank you, greetings and ... I think until next time!”
Insider tip: “Just enjoy learning and enjoy life!”
Review details
Course: Part-Time English - 4 weeks
Review date: 5. Oct. 2021 by Małgorzata Knot
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
18 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Thanks a lot to the host family: they were super welcoming. The staff and other students have been very welcoming too. Dynamism and professionalism. Clean premises. Thank you for everything.”
Disliked
“They took too much time to include me in a group of my level.”
Insider tip: “Conversations with other students, go to the common areas for lunch. Around the school: a 4D cinema, amusement park.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Part Time English was good, immersive even outside of the school.
Other comments All the staff was very welcoming and professional.
Course: Part-Time English - 8 weeks
Review date: 5. Jun. 2023 by Mohea Mansbendel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
15 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The premises are very clean and tidy, the staff is very nice and smiling. The provision of services is very pleasant (cafeteria, mini grocery store, and leisure).”
Disliked
“There is a lack of guide at the arrival because I was given neither timetable nor means of communication nor information on the means of transport.”
Review details
Course: General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 14. Dec. 2022 by Vetea Mansbendel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
36 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Experienced and professional teaching, and localized extra-curricular activities with trust worthy safeguards!”
Disliked
“I wish there would be course focus on business use, offering students with working experiences to enhance learning.”
Insider tip: “Enjoy the sunshine as much as possible ”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Useful
Course: General English [English] - 4 weeks
Review date: 30. Jul. 2024 by Ya Chun Tu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Lots of fun in the afternoon activities, and made good friends.”
Disliked
“Feeling difficult in English learning, feeling crowded in the classroom space.”
Insider tip: “Mentally prepared for many handouts.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: NA
Course: Summer Day Camp: Tuition and Activities included - 4 weeks
Review date: 1. Aug. 2024 by Chen-Hsiu Chang
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Teachers are nice to students.”
Disliked
“afternoon activities are not well organized”
Review details
Course: Young Learner Course - Summer Camp [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 11. Aug. 2023 by Mizuki Hori
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
See all reviews of AICOL Gold Coast

Ratings of Australian International College of Language compared to ratings of all schools in Australia

 Australian International College of Language Gold CoastAverage of all other schools in Australia
Overall school rating4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

3.6

Rating: 3.6/5.0

Organisation4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Quality of teaching3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Homestay2.3

Rating: 2.3/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shared flat2.3

Rating: 2.3/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Australian International College of Language (AICOL)

Accreditations and Quality seals
ELICOSStudy in AustraliaPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalASQA
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Bank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1993
Legal name/parent company
Australian International College of Language Pty Ltd | Tax registration ID: ABN83059849062

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Free coffee

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in most classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 18
    • Number of public PC workstations: 10

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 80
Throughout the year: 25
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
14 years
6 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 3
Junior courses In summer: 4
Junior courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 14 years
Throughout the year: 17 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
China 35%
Japan 20%
Korea 15%
Vietnam 10%
France 5%
Thailand 5%
Other nationalities 10%

Information for all courses offered by Australian International College of Language

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
240.00 AU$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 5 AU$ per week.
Comments about courses

Extra fees:

  • Local or 4 weeks or less enrolment fee: AUD 170.
  • Overseas enrolment for more than 4 weeks: AUD 240.
  • Re-enrolment within 3 months: AUD 30.
  • Re-enrolment within 1 year: AUD 80.
  • Part-time enrolment for less than 2 weeks: AUD 100.
  • Family enrolment per person: AUD 120.

    Health Insurance (AHM):
    3 months: AUD 137.50
    6 months: AUD 275
    9 months: AUD 412.45
    1 year: AUD 550

    Please advise the school if you do not agree to your child attending the out-of-school classes and participating in the photo sharing.

Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 26 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 16 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 27 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 29 Aug 2025, 06 Oct 2025, 24 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Brisbane Airport:
140 AU$ one way
230 AU$ return (both ways)
Gold Coast Airport:
140 AU$ one way
230 AU$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Brisbane International Airport.
More details about airports near Gold Coast and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Gold Coast page. For flight comparisons to Gold Coast, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

You can travel and study a language course for a limited number of hours a week just applying for the visa waiver programme online.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
Europe: 108 AU$
,
North America: 78 AU$
,
South America: 133 AU$
,
Africa: 133 AU$
,
Oceania: 64 AU$
,
Asia: 82 AU$
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Cooking-
Cricket10 km
Dancing10 km
Diving1 km
Football (soccer)10 km
Golf10 km
Horse riding50 km
Rugby10 km
Sailing1 km
Swimming1 km
Tennis1 km
Volleyball-
Windsurfing2 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Outside Orientation around the campus.
- Explore Southport and Broadwater Parkland (self-guided).

Adults - Paid activities

Optional Activities for Kids and Adults can be arranged throughout the year at AICOL Gold Coast English School. AICOL staff on activities is also available upon request.
Individual students can join the group Camp activity excursions to go out with other international students. Camps are held in peak periods for children and/or adults. If you wish to add an activity, the will be happy to assist you with the booking.

Junior - Free activities

- Outside Orientation around the campus.
- Explore Southport and Broadwater Parkland (self-guided).

Junior - Paid activities

Optional Activities for Kids and Adults can be arranged throughout the year at AICOL Gold Coast English School. AICOL staff on activities is also available upon request.
Individual students can join the group Camp activity excursions to go out with other international students.

Accommodation

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Homestay
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
In high demand!
2.3

Rating: 2.3/5.0
3 ratings
from
385 AU$

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Questions and answers about Australian International College of Language

  • “The school offers many fun activities which change every week. There are organised excursions, visits etc. If you know the start date already we can ask the school to send us the schedule for your chosen weeks.”
    Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 13, 2022
  • “The Summer camp option is a specially designed package including course, accomodation, activities and monitoring by the school staff, therefore the price is higher indeed, but it has an amazing added value. The Young Learners course only included the classes, and the rest of services need to be booked on top.”
    Ángel Marcos Portoles, LanguageCourse.Net - May 19, 2023
  • “Australian International College of Language, Gold Coast accepts children from 6 years of age so enrolling a 4 year old will not be possible.”
    Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 06, 2023
  • “Lunch isn't provided by the school. Parents can pack their students' lunches and have them bring them to school in the morning. The school has a small kitchen with a refrigerator and microwave for students to use. Parents are welcome to come to school during lunch and break times to join them. Students can also purchase drinks, snacks, or instant noodles from a small canteen.”
    SuJin Kim, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 18, 2024

FAQ about Australian International College of Language, Gold Coast

  • “Half board means that you will have 2 meals a day included in the accommodation package. In general, this means breakfast and dinner. ”
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 15, 2023
  • “Normally we receive information about the host family about 1 week before the start date.

    ”
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 15, 2023
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Brisbane Airport (140 AU$), Gold Coast Airport (140 AU$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Australian International College of Language varies from 15 students (General English) to 15 students (General English)
  • 100% of teachers at Australian International College of Language hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Australian International College of Language comes from China with a 35% representation, followed by students from Japan (20%) and Korea (15%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Australian International College of Language offers courses from 6 years (English for Young Learners , 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 14 during the summer and 17 for the rest of the year.

PDF brochure / price list of Australian International College of Language

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