Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn English in Melbourne and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have several principal possibilities for learning English interactively in Melbourne. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your second possibility can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can find a private English tutor in Melbourne. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Melbourne and online English tutors.
🎟 Is it expensive to learn English and what are the ballpark lesson costs for English tutors?
For university and college courses you can estimate English course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language schools and individual English tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly English tutors can be found online, with rates on Preply averaging 14 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and student demand. Average student satisfaction for English lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much English do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework load and graded tasks, so research those in advance. With personal English tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is English so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn English. According to experts, you can gain basic English fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand most words, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of English. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have English tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.
🤷 How long does it take to master English?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in English will take at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of English or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, try typing using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in English out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational English classes online.
🤳 Can I choose my own English tutor?
In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved English tutors with extensive profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges run classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.