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EnglishIn the Certificate in English programme, students will build a solid foundation of English skills they can use to communicate in vocational, casual and academic environments. We emphasise speaking, writing, reading, and listening, as well as grammar. Classes are designed so that students have many opportunities to communicate with their classmates.
There are two options of delivery modes – depending on student’s choice:
1. Classroom and Activity based learning (full day programme): 3 hours of lessons, with 3 hours of activities and guided sessions in the Independent Learning Centre daily
2. Classroom-only based learning (half day programme): 3 hours of lessons daily
Holiday English
Holiday short course available for international student groups, click here.
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Programme Levels
- Beginner
- Elementary
- Pre-Intermediate
- Intermediate A
- Intermediate B
- Upper Intermediate A
- Upper Intermediate B
- Advanced A
- Advanced B
The Beginner to Elementary focus on:
- Oral communication skills
- Fluency and accuracy in spoken language
- Understanding a broad variety of English speakers
- Reading and understanding a range of texts in English
- Expanding vocabulary
- Writing accurately and fluently in a variety of styles
- Developing the skills and confidence to use English beyond the classroom environment
The Upper Intermediate A to B focuses on:
- Note taking
- Study skills, vocabulary building
- Listening for gist and meaning
- Reading – skimming, scanning, reading for meaning
- Academic writing (topic sentences, supporting sentences, paragraphs, organisation; essays and reviews)
- Research, resources, and fact checking
Course Assessment
Examinations, assignments, class tests, and/or class participation.
Graduation Requirements
Students who successfully complete and pass the levels signed up for will be awarded the Certificate in English from TMC Academy.
Age
At least 14 years old* during the year of the course (Students who are at least 11 years old can be accepted if they are progressing to the Preparatory Course for Admission to Government School.)
Academic Qualification
Year 8 or equivalent qualification
English Proficiency
Students will take Hawthorn Placement Test to determine the entry level if there is no formal proof of English proficiency level.
* Students who are below 14 years old may be accepted on a case-by-case basis and be approved by any Hawthorn teacher.
Note: Skype interviews will be conducted in addition to the offshore placement test for international students who are enrolling directly to TMC proprietary courses.
Hawthorn Placement Test
| Hawthorn Level | Entry Requirement (any of the following) | Expected level upon completion (based on IELTS score) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | TOEFL (Paper) |
TOEFL (Computer) |
TOEFL (Internet) |
TOEIC | ||
| Beginner | < IELTS 3.0 | < 405 | < 100 | < 30 | < 325 | 3.0 |
| Elementary | IELTS 3.0 | 405 | 100 | 30 | 325 | 3.5 |
| Pre-Intermediate | IELTS 3.5 (no component < 3) |
425 | 115 | 35 | 350 | 4.0 |
|
Intermediate A |
IELTS 4.0 (no component < 3.5) |
440 | 130 | 40 | 400 | 4.5 |
| Intermediate B | IELTS 4.5 (no component <4) |
480 | 160 | 50 | 450 | 5.0 |
| Upper Intermediate A | IELTS 5.0 (no component < 4.5) | 500 | 175 | 60 | 500 | 5.5 |
| Upper Intermediate B | IELTS 5.5 (no component < 4.5) | 525 | 195 | 70 | 750 | 6.0 |
| Advanced A | IELTS 6.0 (no component < 5.0) | – | – | 87 – 109 | – | 6.5 |
| Advanced B | IELTS 6.5 (no component < 5.5) | – | – | 110 – 120 | – | 7.0 |
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^ 3 hours of lessons and club activities and 2 hours at the Hawthorn Independent Learning Centre daily.
* International Student Admin Fee of $695.50 is charged once for bundled courses. Students not on bundled course will be charged an additional $374.50 International Student Admin fee if they progress to the next course.
** Fee Protection Scheme (FPS)
Note
- Bundle discount will be given to students who bundle Hawthorn with other courses. Please consult the Student Recruitment, Student Admission or Student Service department for details.
- The fees for IELTS courses include textbooks but exclude IELTS exam registration fee.
All information stated is accurate and effective as at 1 January 2023. Fees indicated are in SGD and inclusive of GST.
Friend Referral Scheme
- Receive S$150.00 referral fee when you recommend your friend to join our Hawthorn English programme. Click for more info.
Terms & conditions apply.
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^ 3 hours of lessons and club activities and 2 hours at the Hawthorn Independent Learning Centre daily.
* International Student Admin Fee of $695.50 is charged once for bundled courses. Students not on bundled course will be charged an additional $374.50 International Student Admin fee if they progress to the next course.
** Fee Protection Scheme (FPS)
Note
- Bundle discount will be given to students who bundle Hawthorn with other courses. Please consult the Student Recruitment, Student Admission or Student Service department for details.
- The fees for IELTS courses include textbooks but exclude IELTS exam registration fee.
All information stated is accurate and effective as at 1 January 2023. Fees indicated are in SGD and inclusive of GST.
Friend Referral Scheme
Receive S$150.00 referral fee when you recommend your friend to join our Hawthorn English programme. Click for more info.
Terms & conditions apply.
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