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Universal English College
Sydney, Australia

Level 1, 203 Clarence st - 2000 Sydney -
Pay less than booking at the school

Heritage building, with 3 levels, toilets

English Courses

General Language
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 19 20 30
Price at school (A$) Our price (A$) 420 399 840 798 1,260 1,197 1,600 1,520 2,400 2,280 3,200 3,040 4,000 3,800 4,800 4,560 7,600 7,220 7,800 7,410 11,400 10,830
Price in US$ 287 573 859 1,091 1,636 2,181 2,726 3,271 5,179 5,315 7,768
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 18 / Average: 13
Lesson duration
70 min
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Weeks 10 20 30 40
Price at school (A$) Our price (A$) 4,000 3,800 7,800 7,410 11,400 10,830 15,200 14,440
Price in US$ 2,726 5,315 7,768 10,357
Starting dates
2026: 13 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 06 Oct 2026, 09 Nov 2026
Course specific data
Possible course durations
10, 20, 30, 40 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Lesson duration
70 min
Junior
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Weeks 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 20
Price at school (A$) Our price (A$) 1,100 1,045 1,650 1,568 2,200 2,090 2,750 2,613 3,300 3,135 3,850 3,658 4,400 4,180 5,500 5,225 6,600 6,270 11,000 10,450
Price in US$ 750 1,125 1,500 1,874 2,249 2,624 2,999 3,748 4,498 7,496
Starting dates
2026: Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 70 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:15
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
12 years
Age range:
12 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 18 / Average: 13
Lesson duration
70 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4
Price at school (A$) Our price (A$) 1,200 1,140 1,900 1,805 2,600 2,470 3,300 3,135
Price in US$ 818 1,295 1,772 2,249
Starting dates
2026: 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026

The course includes:

  • Tuition.
  • Afternoon activity sessions.
  • Learning materials and entry fees.
  • Certificate of completion.
  • Full-day excursions on Saturdays.

    The course is available to students who hold a valid visa other than a student visa. The course is not eligible for students who require a student visa to study in Australia.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 70 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
12 years
Age range:
12 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
70 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Price at school (A$) Our price (A$) 650 618 1,300 1,235 1,950 1,853 2,600 2,470 3,250 3,088 3,900 3,705 4,550 4,323 5,200 4,940 5,850 5,558
Price in US$ 443 886 1,329 1,772 2,215 2,658 3,101 3,544 3,987
Starting dates
2026: 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026

The course is available to students who hold a valid visa other than a student visa. The course is not eligible for students who require a student visa to study in Australia.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 70 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
7 years
Age range:
7 - 11 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
70 min
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FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 19 20 26
Price at school (A$) Our price (A$) 420 399 840 798 1,260 1,197 1,600 1,520 2,400 2,280 3,200 3,040 4,000 3,800 4,800 4,560 7,600 7,220 7,800 7,410 10,140 9,633
Price in US$ 287 573 859 1,091 1,636 2,181 2,726 3,271 5,179 5,315 6,910
Starting dates
Every Monday

Reccomended start dates:

  • 29 Jun-25 Sep (13 weeks)
  • 28 Sep-24 Dec (13 weeks)
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 18 / Average: 13
Lesson duration
70 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 19 20 30
Price at school (A$) Our price (A$) 420 399 840 798 1,260 1,197 1,600 1,520 2,400 2,280 3,200 3,040 4,000 3,800 4,800 4,560 7,600 7,220 7,800 7,410 11,400 10,830
Price in US$ 287 573 859 1,091 1,636 2,181 2,726 3,271 5,179 5,315 7,768
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 18 / Average: 13
Lesson duration
70 min

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Universal English College

Accreditations and Quality seals
ELICOSCRICOS
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
3% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Universal English College.
Year of school foundation
1988

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Video game console

  • Self-study areas

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Classroom equipment

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

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

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Brazil 25%
China 10%
Turkey 10%
Spain 10%
Japan 10%
Chile 10%
Vietnam 5%
Thailand 5%
Korea 5%
Other nationalities 10%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 15%
18-24 years 20%
25-34 years 50%
35-50 years 15%
>50 years 0%
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 500
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 400
Junior courses - In summer: 60
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 25
Minimum age of students
16 years
7 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 11
Adult courses Throughout the year: 11
Junior courses In summer: 2
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 17 years
Throughout the year: 16 years

Information for all courses offered by Universal English College

Lesson duration
70 minutes
School's administrative fee
A$250
Course material
Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately A$80 per course level.
Comments about courses

Additonal Fess:

Course Materials: AUD 80 for 1-4 weeks; AUD 17 per week for 50+ weeks.

Change of enrolment fee: AUD 75

Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 26 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 26 Dec 2026.
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
The 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

Sydney International Airport:
A$220 one way
A$440 return (both ways)

Accommodation

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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in A$ -- 840 1260 1680 2100 2520 2940 3360 4200 5040 420 380
Price in US$ 603 904 1,205 1,507 1,808 2,109 2,410 3,013 3,615 302 273
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Price per person

Special diet (vegan, halal, gluten-free): AUD 90 per week.

Urgent booking surcharge (less than 10 days' request): AUD 110.

One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 380AU$.
Price extra night
A$80 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
45 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
30
Dates
High season dates: 03 Apr 2026 - 06 Apr 2026, 24 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 110 AU$
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in A$ -- 1040 1560 2080 2600 3120 3640 4160 5200 6240 520 380
Price in US$ 746 1,119 1,492 1,865 2,238 2,611 2,984 3,730 4,476 373 273
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Price per person

Special diet (vegan, halal, gluten-free): AUD 90 per week.

Urgent booking surcharge (less than 10 days' request): AUD 110.

Parent-nominated Homestay:

  • Inspection fee: AUD 480 per visit.
  • Management fee: AUD 45 per week.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 380AU$.
Price extra night
A$160 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
45 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
12
Maximum age of students
17
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in A$ -- 1020 1530 2040 2550 3060 3570 4080 5100 6120 510
Price in US$ 732 1,098 1,464 1,829 2,195 2,561 2,927 3,658 4,390 366
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Price per person

Subject to availability.

Short stay surcharge (for bookings less than 28 days): AUD 100.

No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
35
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in A$ -- 780 1170 1560 1950 2340 2730 3120 3900 4680 390 380
Price in US$ 560 840 1,119 1,399 1,679 1,959 2,238 2,798 3,357 280 273
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person

Subject to availability.

Short stay surcharge (for bookings less than 28 days): AUD 100.

Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 380AU$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Average distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
35

FAQ about Universal English College, Sydney

What is the best price for a course at Universal English College, Sydney?
“English courses at Universal English College start at 380 AU$ for a Academic English Programme course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is airport pickup offered by Universal English College?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Sydney International Airport (220 AU$)”
Which countries are students of Universal English College from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Universal English College comes from Brazil with a 25% representation, followed by students from China (10%) and Japan (10%).”
Universal English College offers courses for which ages?
“Universal English College offers courses from 7 years (Kids Holiday Program, 25 lessons per week) to 99. The average age is 17 during the summer and 16 the rest of the year.”

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Legal name/parent company
Universal Education Centre Pty Ltd | Tax registration ID: 19 003 525 764

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