Discover EnglishMelbourne, Australia
- 10 hours of free extra classes/teacher support each week.
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Additional costs of course material of approx. 70 AU$ per course level
Percentage of students | |
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1-18 years | 0% |
18-24 years | 40% |
25-34 years | 30% |
35-50 years | 25% |
>50 years | 5% |
Discover English school offer unique learning experiences by putting the student at the centre of everything they do.
Location: Discover English Melbourne is an English language school located in the capital city of Australia's Victoria region, Melbourne. The school is located in the heart of Melbourne's central business district, surrounded by an exciting range of shopping malls, art galleries, head offices of multinational corporations and cuisine from every corner of the planet. Attractions within walking distance of the school include St Paul's Cathedral Melbourne, Melbourne Skydeck, Flinders Street railway station and the National Gallery of Victoria.
Social and cultural: The school runs daily activities for all students, many of which are of great value or even free. These activities give students a chance to make new friends and see the city whilst taking part in activities such as walking tours, visits to museums, and visits to the sites of Melbourne.
Course selection: In addition to General English courses suitable for students of all levels, taught over various schedules and intensities, Discover English Melbourne also supplies Exam Preparation programmes (FCE, CAE, CPE), Business English and English for Academic Purposes. Private tuition is also available in conjunction with or independently from any other programme.
Getting around: The school is just a moment's walk from tram and railway stations in addition to bus routes.
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | 390 | 780 | 1170 | 1560 | 1950 | 2340 | 2730 | 3120 | 3510 | 3900 | 4680 |
Price in US$ | 232 | 463 | 694 | 926 | 1157 | 1388 | 1620 | 1851 | 2082 | 2314 | 2776 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | 390 | 780 | 1170 | 1560 | 1950 | 2340 | 2730 | 3120 | 3510 | 3900 | 4680 |
Price in US$ | 232 | 463 | 694 | 926 | 1157 | 1388 | 1620 | 1851 | 2082 | 2314 | 2776 |
This course runs 5 different levels for General English from Elementary to Advanced.
Free Extra Classes:
Monday: Pronunciation Power
Tuesday: Look Who's Talkin'
Wednesday: Writing Workshop
Thursday: Word Builder
Friday: Go Grammar
Morning: 8:30 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:10 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1950 | -- | -- | -- | 3900 | 4680 | 7800 |
Price in US$ | 1157 | 2314 | 2776 | 4627 |
Morning: 8:30 - 12:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1950 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3900 | -- |
Price in US$ | 1157 | 2314 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1950 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3900 | -- |
Price in US$ | 1157 | 2314 |
This is an intensive course which aims to prepare students for the challenges of the Cambridge FCE Preparation course. In this course, an integrated communicative classroom approach is used together with a comprehensive syllabus to develop general language skills as well as exam-taking strategies.
This is also an excellent alternative to those who are studying General English Upper Intermediate Level.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3900 | 4680 |
Price in US$ | 2314 | 2776 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3900 | 4680 |
Price in US$ | 2314 | 2776 |
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 24 Mar 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 08 Sep 2025
Starting dates:
- 10-week course: 02 Jan
- 12-week course: 12 Mar, 03 Jun, 02 Sep.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3900 | 4680 |
Price in US$ | 2314 | 2776 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4680 |
Price in US$ | 2776 |
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 24 Mar 2025, 09 Nov 2025, 08 Sep 2025
Starting dates:
- 10-week course: 02 Jan
- 12-week course: 12 Mar, 03 Jun, 02 Sep.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:50
Our prices for Discover English include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- 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
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Discover English
“We offer a unique learning experience, as we keep the student at the centre of everything we do. Come to Discover English to Discover our difference. ”
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Kitchen for student use
Drink vending machine
Snack vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Daily press
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 18
- Number of public PC workstations: 32
Facilities for disabled students
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Adapted for deaf students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Wheelchair access to classroom
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
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Japan | 17% |
Thailand | 10% |
Italy | 8% |
Switzerland | 8% |
Brazil | 7% |
Korea | 6% |
Spain | 6% |
France | 5% |
Turkey | 4% |
Chile | 4% |
China | 3% |
Saudi Arabia | 2% |
Sweden | 2% |
Germany | 2% |
Other nationalities | 16% |
Information for all courses offered by Discover English
All courses are 20 hours of classroom instruction plus 5 hours of optional supervised self study and 5 hours of optional extra classes.
Additional Fees:
Overseas Postage & Handling Fee: AUD 30
Teaching Assistant Program: AUD 450
Demi-Pair Program: AUD 850
All classes are subject to minimum enrollment numbers in order to run.
01 Jan 2024, 26 Jan 2024, 11 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 27 Sep 2024, 05 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2025, 26 Jan 2025, 27 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
Airport transfer
400 AU$ return (both ways)
460 AU$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | 5 km |
Basketball | | 5 km |
Cooking | | 5 km |
Cricket | | 12 km |
Dancing | | 2 km |
Diving | | 107 km |
Football (soccer) | | 15 km |
Golf | | 4.5 km |
Mountainbiking | - | 50 km |
Music | | 2 km |
Rugby | | 10 km |
Skiing | | 147 km |
Squash | | 2 km |
Swimming | | 3 km |
Table Tennis | | 3 km |
Tennis | | 5 km |
Volleyball | | 10 km |
Windsurfing | | 5 km |
Yoga | | 5 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Queen Victoria Gardens
Melbourne Museum
Federation Square tour
Melbourne street art tour
Barista coffee basics course
Adults - Paid activities
Phillip Island Penguin Parade Ultimate Eco Tour: AUD 140
Great Ocean Road CLASSIC Tour: AUD 120
Melbourne aquarium: AUD 47
Yoga: AUD 5
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in AU$ | -- | -- | -- | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 2660 | 3040 | 3800 | 4560 | 380 | 350 |
Price in US$ | 950 | 1187 | 1424 | 1661 | 1899 | 2373 | 2848 | 238 | 219 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in AU$ | -- | -- | -- | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 2800 | 3200 | 4000 | 4800 | 400 | 380 |
Price in US$ | 999 | 1249 | 1499 | 1749 | 1998 | 2498 | 2997 | 250 | 238 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Wi-Fi Fee: AUD 10 per week.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in AU$ | -- | -- | -- | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 2800 | 3200 | 4000 | 4800 | 400 | 350 |
Price in US$ | 999 | 1249 | 1499 | 1749 | 1998 | 2498 | 2997 | 250 | 219 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in AU$ | -- | -- | -- | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 2940 | 3360 | 4200 | 5040 | 420 | 380 |
Price in US$ | 1049 | 1312 | 1574 | 1836 | 2098 | 2623 | 3147 | 263 | 238 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in AU$ | -- | -- | -- | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 2660 | 3040 | 3800 | 4560 | 380 | 350 |
Price in US$ | 950 | 1187 | 1424 | 1661 | 1899 | 2373 | 2848 | 238 | 219 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in AU$ | -- | -- | -- | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 2800 | 3200 | 4000 | 4800 | 400 | 380 |
Price in US$ | 999 | 1249 | 1499 | 1749 | 1998 | 2498 | 2997 | 250 | 238 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
FAQ about Discover English, Melbourne
- What is the best price for a course at Discover English, Melbourne?English courses at Discover English start at 390 AU$ for General English Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Discover English?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Discover English
- Is airport pickup offered by Discover English?Yes. The school offers pickup from Melbourne Airport (200 AU$), Avalon Airport (230 AU$)
- What is the number of students per class at Discover English?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Discover English varies from 16 students (FCE Exam Preparation Course) to 18 students (General English Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Discover English?100% of teachers at Discover English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Discover English from?The highest Nationality percentage at Discover English comes from Japan with a 17% representation, followed by students from Thailand (10%) and Italy (8%).
- Discover English offers courses for which ages?Discover English offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 27 for the rest of the year.