EF International Language CenterBrisbane, Australia
- Easy access to City Beach on the Brisbane River.
- Organized excursions to Fraser Island and Movie World.
- Rooftop terrace
- One of the oldest English schools in Brisbane founded in 1965
- Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: EF International Language Center Brisbane is located in the charismatic and culturally rich city of Brisbane, on the eastern coast of Australia. The school is housed in a fashionable and prominent Art Deco building between the student-friendly Westend and Southbank neighbourhoods. Within walking distance of the school, there are several cafés, eateries, cinemas, parks and museums, ensuring that students feel comfortable and entertained whilst reaching their language goals at EF Brisbane. With local attractions such as The Wheel of Brisbane, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, and the Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA), all just short journeys from the school, students are sure to create many memorable moments in Brisbane. The school is within a 45-minute journey from Brisbane Airport via public transport.
School facilities: The school's facilities are exemplary, offering students' all they may need to reach their language goals in a comfortable environment. Classrooms have charming modern interiors with state-of-the-art technology, are spacious, and have excellent lighting, offering fantastic opportunities for student engagement. Facilities include a cafeteria, a rooftop terrace, a garden, a computer room, a lounge area, a rooftop terrace and a Student Support Desk for any questions or queries that arise. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating and have ample natural light to ensure an optimal learning environment for all.
Social and Cultural: EF Brisbane regularly arranges excursions to the Great Barrier Reef, Fraser Island and much more!
School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!
EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.
Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
- The language school EF International Language Center was founded in Brisbane, Australia in 1965.
- Legal name / parent company: EF Language Colleges Ltd
- Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
- Abbreviated name of school: EF Brisbane
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1390 1356 | 2085 2033 | 2780 2711 | 3930 3832 | 5240 5109 | 6250 6094 | 7500 7313 | 9840 9594 | 12300 11993 | 615 600 |
This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This is a carefully composed course and lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. It is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You will also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1300 1235 | 1950 1853 | 2600 2470 | 3660 3477 | 4880 4636 | 5800 5510 | 6960 6612 | 9120 8664 | 11400 10830 | 570 542 |
EF Brisbane’s morning and afternoon General English course is intended to advance your language skills in all major areas, so that you can feel confident in a job interview, or even while doing something simple like ordering your food at a restaurant. There are four special interest classes, which are customised based on what you want to learn about, both in terms of content and language skills - this could be preparation help for an upcoming exam, or a subject that you find interesting or important.
The school makes the promise that you will go up a new language level after every 6 months of dedicated study on their General English course.
This is a carefully composed course and lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. It is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You will also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1440 1368 | 2160 2052 | 2880 2736 | 4080 3876 | 5440 5168 | 6500 6175 | 7800 7410 | 10240 9728 | 12800 12160 | 640 608 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This course is recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
The highly structured curriculum will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1530 1492 | 2295 2238 | 3060 2984 | 4350 4242 | 5800 5655 | 6950 6777 | 8340 8132 | 10960 10686 | 13700 13358 | 685 668 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
This course is recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
The highly structured curriculum will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 2800 2660 | 3360 3192 | 3920 3724 | 4480 4256 | 4860 4617 | 5400 5130 | 6480 6156 |
This course is ideal for students who do not have a lot of time to dedicate to learning but want to communicate well. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course material is not included in the price.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1290 1258 | 1935 1887 | 2580 2516 | 3025 2950 | 3630 3540 | 4235 4130 | 4840 4719 | 5265 5134 | 5850 5704 | 7020 6845 |
This course is ideal for students who do not have a lot of time to dedicate to learning but want to communicate well. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week. Course material is not included in the price.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | -- | 1230 1200 | 1845 1799 | 2460 2399 | 2925 2852 | 3510 3423 | 4095 3993 | 4680 4563 | 5175 5046 | -- | -- |
This package includes tuition, accommodation and is perfect for students who want to learn a new language and experience a new culture alongside classmates their age.
Mandatory supplements which are not included in the price are transfers, insurance, lunch and a number of different activities and excursions (EF Fun Pack).
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5520 5244 | -- | 6600 6270 | 7260 6897 |
The course includes 16 General English and exam preparation classes focusing on exam skills and General English ability, 10 special interest classes of the student's choice of topic including exam preparation, 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room and 1 double-lesson lecture.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 8 weeks.
17 Jun: 10 weeks.
16 Sep: 11 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge First exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5880 5733 | -- | 7050 6874 | 7755 7562 |
The course includes 16 General English and exam preparation classes focusing on exam skills and General English ability, 10 special interest classes of the student's choice of topic including exam preparation, 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room and 1 double-lesson lecture.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 8 weeks.
17 Jun: 10 weeks.
16 Sep: 11 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge First exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5520 5244 | 5940 5643 | 6600 6270 | 7260 6897 |
The course includes 16 General English and exam preparation classes focusing on exam skills and General English ability, 10 special interest classes of the student's choice of topic including exam preparation, 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room and 1 double-lesson lecture.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 9 weeks.
08 Apr: 8 weeks.
17 Jun: 10 weeks.
16 Sep: 11 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Advanced exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5880 5733 | 6345 6187 | 7050 6874 | 7755 7562 |
The course includes 16 General English and exam preparation classes focusing on exam skills and General English ability, 10 special interest classes of the student's choice of topic including exam preparation, 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room and 1 double-lesson lecture.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 9 weeks.
08 Apr: 8 weeks.
17 Jun: 10 weeks.
16 Sep: 11 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Advanced exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5520 5244 | 5940 5643 | -- | 7920 7524 |
The course includes 16 General English and exam preparation classes focusing on exam skills and General English ability, 10 special interest classes of the student's choice of topic including exam preparation, 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room and 1 double-lesson lecture.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 9 weeks.
16 Sep: 12 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Proficiency exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English – and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5880 5733 | 6345 6187 | -- | 8460 8249 |
The course includes 16 General English and exam preparation classes focusing on exam skills and General English ability, 10 special interest classes of the student's choice of topic including exam preparation, 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room and 1 double-lesson lecture.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 9 weeks.
16 Sep: 12 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Proficiency exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English – and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3450 3278 | 4140 3933 | 4830 4589 | 5520 5244 | 6600 6270 | 7920 7524 | 610 580 |
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
8 Exam preparation lessons
2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is accepted as a proof of language proficiency for over 9.000 academic, professional and government organizations. It's required for admissions to universities and student visas in many English-speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3675 3584 | 4410 4300 | 5145 5017 | 5880 5733 | 6345 6187 | 7050 6874 | 8460 8249 |
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
8 Exam preparation lessons
2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is accepted as a proof of language proficiency for over 9.000 academic, professional and government organizations. It's required for admissions to universities and student visas in many English-speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024, 01 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Morning: 8:00 - 17:00
Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center
The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
1-6 weeks is EUR 55
7-12 weeks is EUR 95
13-18 weeks is EUR 145
19-24 weeks is EUR 195
25-30 weeks is EUR 245
31-36 weeks is EUR 295
37-42 weeks is EUR 345
43-48 weeks is EUR 395
49-52 weeks is EUR 445.
Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).
Students must book travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Brisbane. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:
- Two weeks: EUR 85.
- Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.
Accommodation: - The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 50 per week.
- Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
- Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
Classes are likely to take place on some days in the morning and other days in the afternoon. Students will be given the exact timetable closer to the start date. These are sample times and lessons will fall within the time frames stated depending on availability and time of year.
01 Jan 2024, 26 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- 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
EF International Language Center (EF)
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Lounge
Rooftop terrace
Student support desk
Video game console
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 20Number of public PC workstations: 50
Student Age
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | |
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Football (soccer) | |
Sailing | |
Swimming | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- City cycle: discover the city by bike
- Salsa lessons
Adults - Paid activities
- Laser Tag ($24)
- Bowling night ($30)
- Kayaking in Brisbane river ($35)
- Aussie BBQ ($5)
- Abseiling/Rock Climbing at Kangaroo Point ($45)
Action and Discovery Packs:
Action Pack
Action Pack - Lone Pine - (APBRS)
Lone Pine is the largest koala sanctuary in the world, with over 130 koalas of all ages.
Action Pack - Dream World Theme Park - (AP2BRS)
Dreamworld is home to The Big 6 Thrill Rides, Wiggles World, Nickelodeon Central, The Australian Wildlife Experience, Tiger Island, V8 Supercars RedLine, AVPX and Australia’s first and only FlowRider.
Discovery Pack
Discovery Pack - Rain Forest - (DCP2BRS)
Go for a long walk at Springbrook National Park near Mt.Tamborine. Lunch is included on this day trip. The national park is situated between the state of QLD and NSW. You will see spectacular waterfalls and lookout points.
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | -- | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Only available to book as an add-on for course options that don't already include accommodation.
Please note that the final price will fluctuate depending on whether booking is during the high season or not. Price will be confirmed upon initial booking request before payment.
FAQ about EF International Language Center, Brisbane
- Are they live classes with a teacher? Are they theoretical or discussion classes?“The EF school in Brisbane offers face-to-face classes. The content of the classes is varied and all aspects of the language are covered. The courses are structured as follows: 16 general language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 17, 2023
- Can I prepare the TOEIC exam in this school?“Unfortunately, the school does not offer preparation courses for this exam. Preparations are more for the Cambridge exams (First, Advanced, Proficiency) and for the IELTS.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 17, 2023
- What is the number of students per class at English First?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (General Course + Accommodation) to 17 students (General Course + Accommodation)
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.