Shafston International College-Brisbane

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Country & cityBrisbane, Australia
Courses4
Accommodation8
Address46 Thorn Street, Kanggaroo Point, Brisbane, QLD 4169, Australia
Official websiteshafston.edu(opens in a new tab)

About the School

Founded in 1996 on the banks of the Brisbane River, Shafston has graduated more than 60,000 students since its establishment and has grown into the largest school of its kind in Australia. It offers a wide range of courses in English, business, TESOL and tourism management, and takes pride in its high standard of education. Its qualified staff make every effort to help students succeed, and together with excellent facilities, they bring more than 16 years of teaching expertise. Shafston offers General English, exam preparation courses (IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL, Cambridge, Cambridge Business English) and other Business programs, and has two campuses in total: one near Brisbane centered on Shafston House, and one on the Gold Coast. These two campuses offer outstanding teaching methods and facilities, and let students enjoy studying in a university campus atmosphere. Brisbane Campus: Brisbane, the capital and heart of Queensland, is a fast-growing city where students can save on costs through part-time jobs while studying. Located on the riverfront of the affluent Kangaroo Point, the Brisbane campus offers the convenience of a city-edge location along with beautiful gardens and a peaceful learning environment. In addition, the Shafston University Mansion on campus is a 12-story building, 9 floors of which serve as a dormitory that can house up to about 350 students. The campus also has several computer rooms, a library and a study resource room, as well as a Fitness Centre so that students can look after their health.

School Features

  • A park-like campus with a panoramic view of the Brisbane River
  • A strictly enforced "English Only Zone" rule in classrooms and public areas
  • Teachers with proven skills and ample experience
  • A wide range of levels (including not only General English but also IELTS and Cambridge courses)
  • Substantial classes in which every teacher participates face to face
  • One of the schools in Australia offering the widest variety of programs
  • Its own hotel-standard school dormitory mansion (a chance to live together with students of many nationalities)
  • A restaurant with a varied menu and a Travel Centre that helps with students' travel schedules
  • A Job Club that helps with job placement and résumé revision
  • A variety of facilities for students' health and convenience (basketball court, tennis court, computer rooms, etc.)

Highlights

  • A variety of English courses
  • Excellent, highly experienced teaching staff
  • Interaction with students from many countries

Courses & Tuition

CourseTargetTypeTuitionPeriod
General EnglishWeekly lessons: 25 hours, Class size: 14 students20+4 hours per week; 2-11 weeksabout US$340week
IELTS Preparation ProgramWeekly lessons: 25 hours, Class size: 14 students20+4 hours per week; 2-11 weeksabout US$340week
Cambridge Exam PreparationWeekly lessons: 25 hours, Class size: 14 students20+4 hours per week; 12 weeksabout US$333week
Shafston Flexi CambridgeWeekly lessons: 25 hours, Class size: 14 students20+4 hours per week; 5-11 weeksabout US$340week

Accommodation & Costs

TypeTuition
Dormitory Student ONE (Adelaide St) (branch) - 5-BDR Standard (Single room) (From $389/week)about US$259
Dormitory Student ONE (Adelaide St) (branch office) - Single Studio (single room) (From $589/week)about US$393
Dormitory Student ONE (Adelaide St) (branch office) - Bunk Studio (twin room) (From $249/week per person)about US$166
Dormitory Student ONE (Adelaide St) (branch office) - Twin Studio (twin room) (From $329/week per person)about US$219
Homestay (age 16 and over, single room, HB)about US$271
Homestay (Christmas Day surcharge)about US$50
Homestay (New Year's Day surcharge)about US$50
Shafston Apartment on Site (Twin Room, Age 18+, 4-14 weeks) View details Bond (Refundable) 4 weeks' rent Cleaning fee at check-out $200 Linen package (A single bed blanket including cover, pillow including cover, and towel) $130about US$233

Local Expenses

ItemTuitionPeriod
Application fee (non-refundable)about US$183Once
Airport pickup fee (Brisbane Airport)about US$113Once
Textbook fee (adult English course)about US$121 week
Accommodation application fee (non-refundable)about US$183Once
Administrative fee (course change, accommodation change, re-enrollment, etc.)about US$67Once
Job Ready Programabout US$200Once
Student visa application fee (application fee)about US$1,330Once
OSHC (medical insurance) Allianz (individual)about US$351 Month
Working Holiday Visaabout US$423Once

Facilities

4 classroom buildings, library, swimming pool, tennis court, cafeteria, computer rooms, riverside café, dormitory, free e-mail/Internet, etc.

Activities

Day trips, weekend trips, soccer, parties and other activities

Surroundings

Located in Kangaroo Point, about 10 minutes from central Brisbane. Transportation such as buses and ferries is easy to use.

Amounts are reference prices converted to US dollars at the rates below. Actual payment amounts depend on the exchange rate and the timing of payment.

Applied rates (our standard quote rates): 1 AUD = about US$0.67 · 1,000 KRW = about US$0.67

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