LAB - Languages Across BordersMelbourne, Australia

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Location: The school is centrally located with easy access to main train stations and tram stops. It is close to a variety of shops, shopping malls and other facilities such as libraries and parks.

The language school LAB - Languages Across Borders was founded in Melbourne, Australia in 2011.
Legal name / parent company: The Language Pod Pty Ltd
Tax registration ID: ABN51128609807
Abbreviated name of school: LAB Melbourne

English Courses

Typical content of a language course

Additional information for all courses

Information for all courses offered by LAB - Languages Across Borders

Lesson duration

60 minutes

Course material

Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 10 AU$ per week.

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.

Our price includes

INCLUDED Organized activities
INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes

INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
INCLUDED Optional language workshops

Note: All courses offered by LAB - Languages Across Borders, Melbourne can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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Seeing Melbourne3/33
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Excursions in Melbourne 7/33
Learning together 8/33
Enjoying Melbourne9/33
Studying together10/33
Learning11/33
Teacher12/33
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T-shirt competition17/33
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Student lounge at LAB21/33
Melbourne staff22/33
Excursions 23/33
Students in Melbourne24/33
Class25/33
Picnic time26/33
Group class27/33
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Halloween celebrations29/33
Tours of the city30/33
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LAB - Languages Across Borders (LAB)

Accreditations and Quality seals

Preferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal

English teacher qualifications

100% hold a university degree

100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification

First day of course

Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:30

Offer for returning students

You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at LAB - Languages Across Borders and you book here.

Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school

General school facilities

Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine

Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI

Facilities for islamic students
- Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
- TV in all classrooms
- Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
- Air conditioning in all classrooms
- Heating in all classrooms
- Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms: 18
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for disabled students
- Wheelchair access to classroom
- Accessible Toilet
- Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Minimum age of students

16 years

16 years for specific Junior courses

Average number of levels

Adult courses In summer: 7

Adult courses Throughout the year: 6

Average age of students

In summer: 29 years

Throughout the year: 26 years

Read our recommendations for students over 30.

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Melbourne Airport:

160 AU$ one way
320 AU$ return (both ways)

Avalon Airport:

230 AU$ one way
460 AU$ return (both ways)

More information about airports around Melbourne and how to get from the airport to Melbourne on your own here on our Melbourne page.

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

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.

Map

L8, 250 Collins Street - 3000 Melbourne

Location of LAB - Languages Across Borders in Central Business District (CBD), Melbourne

Map of public transport system

Closest station: Train: * Flinders Street Tram: * Town hall

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FAQ about LAB - Languages Across Borders, Melbourne

What is the best price for a course at LAB - Languages Across Borders, Melbourne?
English courses at LAB - Languages Across Borders start at 0 AU$ for course with lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
Is airport pickup offered by LAB - Languages Across Borders?
Yes. The school offers pickup from Melbourne Airport (160 AU$), Avalon Airport (230 AU$)
What is the qualification of the teachers at LAB - Languages Across Borders?
100% of teachers at LAB - Languages Across Borders hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
Which countries are students of LAB - Languages Across Borders from?
The highest Nationality percentage at LAB - Languages Across Borders comes from Japan with a 17% representation, followed by students from Thailand (15%) and Korea (12%).

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