Duration
5 to 45 weeks
Dates
IE is run in five-week sessions, with 9 start dates per year.
Fees
$520/week
Additional fees apply
Entry criteria
IELTS 3.5 to IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
Overview
Integrated English (IE) will improve your English skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. At higher levels, the course will help you prepare for the IELTS Academic test. You will have the opportunity to choose an elective class* as part of your course. Possible electives include Business English, Oral Communication Skills, and IELTS preparation.
*Dependent on student numbers and course level
Who is this program for?
Integrated English is ideal for a wide range of abilities and goals. Study English for life, travel or preparation for further academic study. At higher levels, you may choose a stream to focus your studies, depending on your learning goals. You can select the:
- Academic stream
- General stream
- Business stream.
Please note that non-package students must be at least 18 years of age at the commencement of their Integrated English program.
What you will learn
Integrated English classes will help you:
- Develop your confidence with the English language
- Understand spoken English in conversations and lectures
- Speak fluently, clearly and confidently
- Express facts, ideas and opinions in writing, using correct and appropriate vocabulary and grammatical structures
- Apply a range of reading skills to understand and respond to written texts
Course modules
Integrated Skills
- Practice reading, writing, listening and speaking in real-life situations
- Build your grammar and vocabulary so that you can express yourself
- Become an effective communicator in English.
- Learn the language and style of English writing
- Express yourself clearly and precisely
Electives*
*All elective offerings are dependent on student numbers and course level
Choose from:
- IELTS Preparation
- Business English
- Oral Communication Skills
- Teacher Training
Weekly schedule
4 days of core classes
All IE students learn a core class:
Integrated Skills
From level 3 onwards, choose one from the following streams*:
General Stream
Academic Stream
Business Stream
1 day of elective class
Choose one from the following electives*:
IELTS Preparation
Business English
Oral Communication Skills
Teacher Training
* Availability dependent on student numbers
There are 6 levels of Integrated English, with assessments at the end of every 5-week teaching session. The results of the
assessment may enable you to progress to the next level. Typically, students can expect to spend 10 - 15 weeks at each level.
From Integrated English Level 3, you have the option to choose a stream that suits your learning goals: General, Academic or Business.
| Integrated English Prep | General Stream Prep* | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Integrated English 1 | General Stream 1* | ||
| Integrated English 2 | General Stream 2* | ||
| Integrated English 3 | General Stream 3* | Academic Stream 3 | Business Stream 3 |
| Integrated English 4 | General Stream 4 | Academic Stream 4* | Business Stream 4 |
| Integrated English 5 | General Stream 5 | Academic Stream 5* | Business Stream 5 |
* Offered every session. Other options are dependent on student numbers.
Notes
- Students with a jagged result profile (uneven skill scores) may be placed at a higher or lower level, depending on individual learning needs.
English-only (non-package) students
- You must be at least 18 years of age at the commencement of the Integrated English program.
- You may take the UQ College Placement Test if you do not have an accepted English language test result.
UQ package students
- To enrol in Integrated English as part of a package, you must provide an accepted English language test result. The minimum requirement for a UQ package offer is IELTS 5.0 with no sub-score below 5.0 (or equivalent).
- IE assessment results cannot be used to meet UQ program English entry requirements. You will need to provide another recognised ELP test score (or equivalent) before entering your UQ program. See the ELP Tests and Scores Approved for UQ Admission.
2026 Tuition fees ($AUD) (For offers made after 1 July 2025, for 2026 commencement.)
| Enrolment length | Tuition fees | Student services & materials | Enrolment fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 weeks | $2,600 | $175 | $260 | $3,035 |
| 10 weeks | $5,200 | $350 | $260 | $5,810 |
| 15 weeks | $7,800 | $525 | $260 | $8,585 |
| 20 weeks | $10,400 | $700 | $260 | $11,360 |
| 25 weeks | $13,000 | $875 | $260 | $14,135 |
| 30 weeks | $15,600 | $1,050 | $260 | $16,910 |
| 35 weeks | $18,200 | $1,225 | $260 | $19,685 |
| 40 weeks | $20,800 | $1,400 | $260 | $22,460 |
| 45 weeks | $23,400 | $1575 | $260 | $25,235 |
Health insurance fees
If you are coming to Australia on a Student Visa, you must purchase and maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). OSHC is insurance that helps cover the cost of basic medical care you may need in Australia. We can organise Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the full length of your UQ College Integrated English program. If you arrange your OSHC through us, we will organise cover with our preferred provider, Allianz Care Australia. When you accept your offer, you will need to pay an OSHC fee. You will then receive your policy number and details in your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
For full details of what is covered, visit: allianzassistancehealth.com.au/en/student-visa-oshc/cover
Alternatively, you can also organise your own OSHC through any other government-approved provider. When you accept your UQ College Integrated English Program offer and provide evidence of your OSHC, we will send you a CoE.
2026
| Session # | Start date | Finish date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 January | 6 February |
| 2 | 16 February | 20 March |
| 3 | 23 March | 24 April |
| 4 | 27 April | 29 May |
| 5 | 8 June | 10 July |
| 6 | 20 July | 21 August |
| 7 | 24 August | 25 September |
| 8 | 6 October | 6 November |
| 9 | 9 November | 11 December |
2027
| Session # | Start date | Finish date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 January | 5 February |
| 2 | 15 February | 19 March |
| 3 | 22 March | 23 April |
| 4 | 27 April | 28 May |
| 5 | 7 June | 9July |
| 6 | 19 July | 20 August |
| 7 | 23 August | 24 September |
| 8 | 5 October | 5 November |
| 9 | 8 November | 10 December |
A student may progress to the next IE level when they have successfully completed their current IE level. A student is considered to have successfully completed a level when:
- They have completed 10 or more weeks of study at that level and achieved an Overall Grade of 4 or higher with no Achievement Grade below D, or
- They have completed 5 weeks of study at that level, and received three Achievement Grades of A or higher and no grade below C.
Integrated English overall level grades
| Overall grade | Overall grade descriptors |
|---|---|
| 7 | High Distinction |
| 6 | Disctinction |
| 5 | Credit |
| 4 | Competent |
| 3 | Developing |
| 2 | Limited |
| 1 | Fail |
| 0 | Fail - Misconduct |
| INC | Incomplete |
| RW | Result Withheld |
IE Level Achievement Grades for each macro-skill
| Achievement grade | Grade descriptors |
|---|---|
| A+ | Very High Achievement |
| A | High Achievement |
| B | Strong Achievement |
| C | Competent Achievement |
| D | Developing Achievement |
| E | Limited Achievement |
| 0 | Fail - Misconduct |
| INC | Incomplete |
| RW | Result Withheld |
20 contact hours per week
Bring your own device (BYOD) to complete online coursework, assessment, and self-directed learning resources.
BYOD technical requirements.
Up to 18 students per class
Lessons are scheduled between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday. Student timetables will vary depending on courses selected.
Packaging Integrated English
Entry into the UQ College Foundation Program (UQ College Package Offer)
If you want to enter the UQ College Foundation Program, but do not meet the IELTS (or equivalent) entry requirement, you can apply for an English and Foundation Package.
- 20 weeks of Integrated English + Foundation Standard Program + UQ undergraduate degree package.
- 25 weeks of Integrated English + Foundation Accelerated Program + UQ undergraduate degree package.
To apply for an English + Foundation Program + degree package offer, please visit: https://plus.icte.uq.edu.au/apply_to_courses/Foundation.
Entry to UQ programs
For UQ programs that require IELTS higher than 6.5 (no score less than 6.0) or equivalent
If your UQ program requires a Higher-than-minimum English requirement, you will be able to package an Integrated English program with your chosen UQ program. Once you complete your English program, you will need to complete a recognised English test to meet the UQ entry requirements.
- 10 weeks of Integrated English + UQ Degree Package: OB no more than 0.5 band below the specified UQ program requirement. IELTS sub-band scores, no more than 0.5 band below the sub-band requirement.
- 15 weeks of Integrated English + UQ Degree Package: OB no more than 0.5 band below the specified UQ program requirement. IELTS sub-band scores, no more than 1.0 band below the sub-band requirement.
- 20 weeks of Integrated English + UQ Degree Package: OB no more than 1.0 band below the specified UQ program requirement. IELTS sub-band scores, no more than 1.0 band below the sub-band requirement.
For information on UQ Programs with higher-than-minimum entry requirements, visit English Language Proficiency Admission -Table 1- English Language Proficiency Requirements for Higher than Minimum ELP Programs.pdf (uq.edu.au)
Sample timetable
Monday - Friday
Morning session
8.15AM - 12.45PM
| Class | 8.15 AM - 10.15 AM |
| Break | 10.15 AM - 10.45 AM |
| Class | 10.45 AM - 12.45 PM |
Afternoon session
1.00PM - 5.30PM
| UQ College Activities | Various times |
Testing
Your teachers will provide informal feedback throughout the course. Formal tests on speaking, writing, reading and listening are held at the end of every 5-week session.
The results of the assessment may enable you to:
- move up to the next level of Integrated English
- enter UQ’s Foundation Program
Integrated English test results cannot be used for entry to Bridging English or UQ. To transfer to Bridging English or to meet UQ English language entry requirements, students will need to achieve the required IELTS entry score or equivalent.
Related courses
From your Integrated English course, you may progress to:
- The UQ College Foundation Program
- Bridging English (IELTS or equivalent test result required)
- A UQ degree program (IELTS or equivalent test result required)
I have completely enjoyed my English Integrated course at UQ College.
My teachers are from different countries like the UK, the USA, New Zealand and also Australia. It's amazing to me because I can learn about different accents, cultures, and English styles.
The Saint Lucia Campus is a beautiful place that offers many interesting activities each semester, allowing you to interact with a diverse group of people and UQ student associations.
Ready to apply?
You can easily apply online yourself, or find an agent near you to help with your application. If you have an IELTS (or other recognised) test result, please include a copy with your application.
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