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Welcome to Viva College 

Hello, and thanks for choosing Viva College, where we strive to ensure that you receive personal service and 

excellence in learning to help you fulfil your dreams. 

We’re confident that you’ll enjoy your time with us, both in the classroom - where you have access to a range 

of free workshops and seminars in addition to your normal class sessions, and out - getting involved in the 

great and varied social activities we arrange. 

The Viva community is a fun and vibrant one, and many students return to us again and again, making 

lifelong friends in the process. We’re sure you’ll love your time with us as much as we’ll love having you here. 

Welcome! 

Jeremy Butts 

Principal 

The Viva Team 

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CONTENTS 

Introduction to Viva College & Courses 

12 reasons to study at Viva College 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSES 

Focus English (Intensive General English) 

Smart Talk 

IELTS Preparation 

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 

Cambridge First Certificate Preparation (FCE) 

TEACHER TRAINING COURSES 

English for Teaching Children (EFTC) 

Certificate IV in TESOL 

Certificate IV in TESOL (Flexible Delivery) 

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34-35 

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BUSINESS COURSES 

Certificate II in Customer Contact 

Certificate II in Business 

Certificate III in Business Administration 

Certificate IV in Business 

Viva Plus 

Facilities 

Services 

Activities 

Vocational Pathways 

Viva College Contact Details 

Brisbane City

About Viva 


Established in the heart of Brisbane, on Queen St Mall, Viva started life as an ELICOS college, but has since 

expanded into teacher training and Business courses. We cater for International students who are seeking 

a personal level of service in a mid-sized College, with a friendly atmosphere and professional, 

caring staff who will help you meet your goals. Join the Viva family and find out why our motto is Excellence 

in learning to help you fulfil your dreams! 

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About Viva 03

12 Reasons to Study at Viva 

1 

QUALITY 

TEACHERS 

Viva employs only qualified, 

experienced and engaging teachers 

and trainers. Most of our ELICOS 

staff are CELTA or DELTA qualified, 

with University degrees. All our 

Business trainers are nationally 

certified with many years of industry 

experience. 

2 

FOCUS ON THE 

STUDENT 

Our ELICOS electives focus on the 4 

skills. Each student is directed to the 

most beneficial elective and a 

personal study plan is recorded. Our 

fast-track program enables 

hard-working students to level up 

sooner. In every course we offer 

focused catch-up sessions. 

3 

VIVA PLUS & 

FREE SEMINARS 

Qualifying students get automatic 

entry to the Viva Plus Club, giving 

you free access to a range of short 

courses. Additionally, we offer free 

seminars and tutorials to all Viva 

students. 

4 

PATHWAYS 

We have a number of recognised 

pathways for further study in Australia 

with: CQ University Australia, TAFE 

Queensland, QIBT, Meee Australia, 

Endeavour College of Natural Health, 

QANTM College, Charlton Brown, Brisbane 

School of Hairdressing, Aviation 

Australia, Martin College and others. 

5 

PRACTICE 

TESTING 

In our IELTS & Cambridge courses 

we do practice tests (up to one per 

week for IELTS, three tests in total 

for Cambridge), to help you build 

confidence. TESOL students get 

the opportunity to practice 

teaching to real students. 

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ENGLISH-ONLY 

POLICY 

We have a strict English-only policy 

on campus. This helps you to 

progress faster, and ensures you get 

the most from your time and 

investment with Viva.

7 

BALANCED 

NATIONALITY 

MIX 

We have a wide range of nationalities 

studying at Viva, and we work hard to 

keep it that way. This also helps you 

build friendships with people from 

other countries. 

8 

SPECIAL 

VIVA CLUBS 

We offer an on-campus Job Club, 

offering you assistance in resume & 

cover letter preparation, interview 

skills, tax file number application, 

etc. We also invite you to join our 

fun Activities Club and get the best 

out of Brisbane and its surroundings. 

9 

SUPPORT 

SERVICES 

Our support services cover your 

welfare, academic, financial and 

accommodation needs. And our 

student card helps you get cheaper 

prices at selected shops, most 

cinemas and on public transport 

(available on selected courses). 

10 

MODERN 

TECHNOLOGY 

We’re sure you want to stay 

connected with friends and family 

while you’re in Australia. Use our 

free wireless network or 60 student 

PCs connected via high-speed 

broadband. We also have free local 

phones for your use. 

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EXCELLENT 

FACILITIES 

We have 23 spacious air-conditioned 

classrooms, a library, and a student 

lunchroom with microwaves, 

vending machines and refrigerators. 

Viva overlooks the vibrant Queen 

Street Mall. 

12 

GREAT 

LOCATION 

Viva is right in the heart of Brisbane, 

next to the Centre Stage of Queen 

Street Mall, the main pedestrian 

zone. Buses leave from under the 

Mall, and Central Train Station is a 

short walk away. 

12 Reasons to Study at Viva 05

CRICOS Code 061036E 

Focus English (Intensive English Language) 

ABOUT THE COURSE 

• Focus English is a General English program that 

helps to improve your weakest skills 

• It is a challenging text based course 

• Each student has a personal study plan 

• You can get up to 25 hours of extra study 

support each week 

• We offer a fast-track program for hard working 

students to ‘level up’ earlier 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 

• No previous English requirements 

• Level Placement Test will be conducted at 

orientation on the first day 

LEVELS 

ADVANCED 

UPPER-INTERMEDIATE 

INTERMEDIATE 

PRE-INTERMEDIATE 

ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 

COURSE LENGTH 

Student Visa : 1 - 52 weeks 

Working Holiday : 17 weeks 

Tourist Visa : 12 weeks 

START DATES 

Classes start every Monday or the following 

work day if Monday is a holiday 

MEXICO 

LORENA ISABEL GONZALEZ SALINAS 

“ Viva is an excellent choice to learn English 

because the teachers are prepared with 

activities and motivate us to always speak 

English. Thank you Viva for this opportunity.” 

English Language Courses

Day & Night 

SAMPLE TIMETABLE 

Day 

9:15-12:15 

Night 

6:00-9:00 

MONDAY 

CORE 

Vocabulary: 

Personality adjectives 

Listening: 

Conversation about 

appearance and personality 

Reading: 

Encyclopedia entry about 

Cark Jung 

Speaking: 

Discussing personalities 

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 

CORE CORE CORE CORE 

Listening: 

Radio interview with a 

Psychologist 

Speaking: 

Information gap 

Grammar: 

Question forms subject and 

object questions 

Speaking: 

Discussing charisma and 

personality 

Reading: 

Internet article about Hideo 

Nakata 

Vocabulary: 

Prefixes 

Library Session: 

Computer based review 

activities of the grammar 

and vocabulary covered in 

this unit 

Reading: 

Magazine article about 

charisma 

Grammar: 

Present simple and present 

continuous 

Scenario: 

Choosing a team member, 

giving opinions, agreeing 

and disagreeing 

Study and Writing 

Skills: 

Taking notes while reading. 

The use of symbols and 

abbreviations 

A comparitive essay and the 

use of linkers 

BREAK 

Day 

1:15-3:15 

Night 

5:00-6:00 

ELECTIVE ELECTIVE ELECTIVE ELECTIVE ELECTIVE 

Writing Focus: 

Biography 

Students write a 

biography of their partner 

• Follow up, write a 

biography of a fictional 

character 

• Rewrite their own 

biography for their website 

(less formal language) 

Listening Focus: 

New friends 

Listening for gist and 

specific details 

• Language of introductions 

and personal details 

• Personality adjectives 

• Song understanding 

connected speech and 

informal language 

Writing Focus: 

Lifestyle 

Report writing - Focus on 

Macro structure reports 

and grammatical features 

• Prison: doing time (report) 

• “Lost” Proof reading and 

editing skills development 

Listening Focus: 

Change 

Listening for the main idea - 

Recognising sequences of 

events 

• Children change everything 

• Song listening for detail, 

cloze activity 

Weekly Catch Up 

Exercises designed to assist 

the students with the 

understanding of 

vocabulary or language 

items that have been studied 

in core classes throughout 

the week 

Core classes: 

Text based learning covering foundational elements of English studies with a strong focus on pushing the students further 

Elective classes: 

Students have the choice of studying Academic English each day or focusing on two areas of their macro skills in which they have the most difficulty. 

Designed in a way to meet the students needs and increase the overall level of English of the student 

ELECTIVES 

MONDAY TO THURSDAY 

FRIDAY (OPTIONAL) 

Academic English 

Everyday, or choose two 

of the following 

Weekly Catch-up 

Pre-Intermediate 

to Advanced 

Speaking 

2 days per week 

Pronunciation 

Pre-Intermediate only 

Listening 


Grammar Doctor 

Intermediate only 

Writing 


News of the week 

Upper-Intermediate and 

Advanced only 

Reading 


PATHWAYS 

+ others (call for details) 

Popular courses offered by our pathway partners include: 

• Certificate III in Automotive Specialist • Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) 

• Certificate III in Aged Care • Certificate III in Hairdressing 

Focus English 07

CRICOS Code 061055B 

Smart Talk 


LEVELS 

• Smart Talk is an intensive English conversation 

course 

• It is designed to help you improve pronunciation, 

fluency and confidence in real life situations 

• You will develop conversation skills for travelling, 

working and living in an English speaking 

country 

• You will practice the skills learnt in class by 

visiting popular Brisbane locations and 

interacting with the public 

ADVANCED 


INTERMEDIATE 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 

Smart Talk 2 

Smart Talk 2 

Smart Talk 1 

NEW 


• Current Students : Smart Talk 1 - Successful 

completion of Viva College’s Elementary level. 

Smart Talk 2 - Successful completion of Viva 

College’s Pre-Intermediate level 

• Future Students : Successful completion of 

Viva Placement Test conducted at orientation 

on the first day or the Viva Online Placement 

Test conducted at any time during normal office 

hours 

COURSE LENGTH 

1 - 8 weeks 

START DATES 



COLOMBIA 

KATHERINE RAMIREZ 

“ This experience has been unforgettable 

for me, you can meet many friends for all 

of your life, they are really kind. Smart Talk 

is really enjoyable because they teach you 

with many kinds of games and I think its 

easier to learn.” 



9:15-12:15 

MONDAY 

CORE 



Practical Vocabulary 

and conversational 

skills: 

For travelling, working and 

living in an English speaking 

country 



skills: 



country 



skills: 



country 



skills: 



country 



skills: 



country 

BREAK 

1:15-3:15 

REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE 

Introduction to 

Smart Talk: 

New to town - 

Queen Street Treasure hunt 

Money & Business: 

Visit a local bookstore - 

Guest speaker 

Shopping & Food: 

Making Mocktail 

Eating out: 

Order food in a local 

restaurant 

Review - Quiz: 

Student presentation - 

Food 

Activity - Lunch, 

trying international food 

Smart Talk 09

CRICOS Code 061049M 

IELTS Preparation 


• We guarantee your IELTS result 

(terms and conditions apply) 

• You can study for either University entrance 

(the Academic Test) or PR (the General Test) 

• The course focuses on the four exam areas: 

Speaking, Listening, Writing, and Reading 

• You can do up to 5 practice tests per month, 

depending on your level 

• Viva awards prizes to exceptional students 

LEVELS 

ADVANCED 


INTERMEDIATE 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 

IELTS Preparation 3 




• Current Students : All students must have a 

current attendance of 80% and: 

- IELTS1 : Successful completion of 4 weeks of 

Intermediate 

- IELTS2 : Successful completion of Intermediate 

- IELTS3 : Successful completion of Upper- 

Intermediate 

• Future Students : Successful completion of the 

Viva Placement Test conducted at orientation 

on the first day or the Viva Online Placement 

Test conducted at any time during normal office 

hours. Depending on your test result, you will be 

placed in IELTS 1, 2 or 3 

• Alternatively, students can submit their existing 

IELTS Certificate* (Academic or General) as per 

the table below: 

IELTS Class IELTS Score Minimum Band Score 

1 5.0 4.5 

2 5.5 5.0 

3 6.5 6.0 

* Date of Certificate must be less than 12 months from start date. 

COURSE LENGTH 

1 - 36 weeks 

START DATES 



GERMANY 

VICTORIA SIDHU 

“ Viva College Australia is a good choice to 

study English. The college is located 

directly on the mall, so it is really easy to 

attend classes every day. Furthermore 

Viva has the option of day or night classes, 

which is great if you’re working.” 


Day & Night 


Theme: The Culture 

MONDAY 


Day 

8:15-11:15 

Night 

5:00-9:00 

CORE 

Speaking: 

Discussing tastes in music/ 

cultural role of music 

Speaking/ Listening: 

Listening for details: 

sentence completion 

Reading: 

Tackling longer texts 

Supplementary 

Worksheet: 

Levis to make I-POD jeans 

Multi matching 


Weekly IELTS Practice 

Test 

Listening 

Reading 

Correction: 

Listening/Reading 

Vocabulary: 

Dealing with unknown 

vocabulary 

Reading extension: 

Music 

True/False/Not Given 

Listening: 

Classifying music/Note 

completion/matching 

Grammar Review: 

The Past Gapfill – Write a 

report using the past 

Speaking: 

Talking about cultural 

attractions/ 

describing events 

Speaking: Part 2 IELTS 

speaking practice 

Listening: 

Music Festival/ 

Note completion/ 

matching 

Writing: 

Presenting and justifying an 

opinion 

Group Review: 

Reading from weekly test 

Writing Task1: 

Review from weekly test 

Sample model answer 

Speaking: 

Describing an event 

Listening: 

Labelling a diagram/note 

completion 

Writing: 

Museum survey Interpreting 

statistics 

BREAK 

Day 

12:15 - 2:15 

SKILLS SKILLS SKILLS SKILLS SKILLS 

Writing: 

Language review Vocabulary 

Sentence re-writing 

referencing 

Practice Writing: 

Boys’ and girls’ leisure 

activities 

Weekly IELTS Practice 

Test 

Writing 

Speaking 

Reading: 

Reading – Fighting the 

dust / Sentence completion 

matching 

Listening: 

The Cultural Scene 

Asking/answering questions 

/ Table and note completion 

Speaking: 

Student Oral 

presentations (each student 

should research and present 

a topic negotiated with the 

teachers each week) 

IELTS Speaking Test 

Part 1-2 Practice 

PATHWAYS 


• Diploma of Accounting • Diploma of Children’s Services • Diploma of Information Technology (Product Management) 

• Diploma of Community Services Work 

IELTS Preparation 11

CRICOS Code 061035F 

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 


• EAP helps you develop skills to succeed at 

University 

• The course covers English skills as well as 

research techniques, academic level reading 

skills, study skills, essay writing skills and 

presentation skills 

• The course will improve your public speaking 

confidence 

• Successful completion guarantees entry into a 

number of programs at partner institutions 

without an IELTS test 

LEVELS 

ADVANCED 


EAP 2 * 

INTERMEDIATE 

EAP 1 * 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 

* EAP 1 is a 12 week preparation program, EAP 2 is a12 week program. 


EAP 

1 

EAP 

2 

CURRENT STUDENTS 

Successful completion of 

4 weeks of Level + current 

attendance of 80% 


4 weeks of Upper- 

Intermediate Level + 

current attendance of 80% 

OR 


the Viva College EAP 

(EAP 1) Program + current 

attendance of 80% 

FUTURE STUDENTS 


the Intermediate Level 

Placement Test 

OR 

IELTS score 5.0, with no band 

below 4.5* 


the Upper-Intermediate Level 

Placement Test 

OR 

IELTS score 5.5, with no band 

below 5.0* 

Note: Placement tests can be taken at any time during opening hours. 

* Date of Certificate must be less than 12 months from start date. 

COURSE LENGTH 

4 - 24 weeks 

START DATES 

17th Jan, 14th Feb, 14th Mar, 11th Apr, 9th May, 

6th Jun, 4th Jul, 1st Aug, 29th Aug, 26th Sep, 

24th Oct, 21st Nov, 19th Dec 

CHINA 

XIAOMENG LI 

“ It is really an excellent course for me. 

The great teacher and study environment 

helped me to improve my English constantly. 

I am really enjoying it. I love EAP 

and I love Viva!” 



Theme: The Environment 

MONDAY 


8:15-11:15 

CORE 


Speaking: 

Identify key environmental 

issues 

Vocabulary: 

Environmental issues 

Reading: 

Examining texts from 

different points of view 

Writing: 

Longer to shorter sentences 

Listening/Speaking: 

Pre-discussion - 

What is Utopia? 

Listening: 

Vocabulary/Matching 

/Note-taking 

Grammar Review: 

Talking about the future: 

Plans and Predictions 

Speaking/Reading: 

Reading for general 

understanding 

Matching referencing words 

in text 

Listening: 

Perfect societies – 

Note taking and post 

discussion 

Reading: 

Reading for general 

understanding ‘Dreams - 

What do they mean?’ 

Reading: 

Impact of Environmental 

issues on business 

Vocabulary Review: 

Idioms and collocations 

Listening: 

Practice 

Note-taking Basics/ 

Identifying speaker’s 

viewpoint 

Listening: 

For main purpose – 

Alternative energy sources 

Group Discussions: 

Asking for/giving and 

supporting opinions 

Writing: 

Planning a report 

Writing: 

Write a report – 

Describe the positive and 

negative aspects/Make 

recommendations 

Reading: 

Nore-taking from Reading 

Global warming: 

Greenhouse Effect 

Vocabulary Review 

Quiz: 

The environment 

Speaking: 

Individual student 

presentations 

Research/Writing: 

Research for assignment/ 

Note-taking/Summarising 

/Review assignment 

structure in-text referencing 

BREAK 

12:15-2:15 


Writing: 

The Introduction and 

Thesis statement/General 

to specific/Thesis statement 

comparisons 

-Introduce 1000 words essay 

assignment #1 

Formal Speaking: 

Performing the 

presentation – 

Formal/Informal languages 

or Visual aids or Body 

Language 

Reading 

Writing: 

Computer Room – 

Research assignment 

Reading: 

Skimming and scanning 

/Distinguishing between fact 

and opinion 

Reading/Writing: 

Computer Room – Research 

assignment and Referencing 

from electronic sources 

Listening: 

To a guest speaker/ 

Identifying main points/ 

Note-taking/ 

Summarising 

Class Excursion: 

Roma Street Parkland Tour 

with a guide – 

Listening and Note-taking 

PATHWAYS 



• Bachelor of Nursing • Bachelor of Accounting • Bachelor of Business • Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering 

English for Academic Purposes 13

CRICOS Code 061053D 

Cambridge First Certificate Preparation (FCE) 


• FCE is an intensive 12 week course, with 

set start and end dates 

• Your experienced teacher will run three full 

practice examinations and provide extensive 

feedback 

• When you pass the exam, the qualification is 

internationally recognised 

• Viva awards prizes to exceptional students 


• Current Students : Successful completion of 

4 weeks at Viva College’s Upper-Intermediate 

Level + Current attendance of 80% 


Upper-Intermediate Level Placement Test 

conducted on the first day at orientation or on 

Wednesdays at 3.00pm 

• Alternatively, students can submit their 

existing IELTS Certificate* (Academic or 

General) with an overall score of 5.5 or above 

(no band score less than 5.0) 

* Date of Certificate must be less than 12 months from start date 

LEVELS 

ADVANCED 


INTERMEDIATE 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 

Cambridge (FCE) 

COURSE LENGTH 

10 or 12 weeks 

START DATES 

4th Jan, 21st Mar, 20th Jun, 12th Sep 

SWITZERLAND 

DAVIDE CROTTA 

“ Do you want to communicate with the 

locals effectively? Do you want unique, 

practical knowledge which you can apply 

in a real world context? Do you want to 

use authentic up-to-date materials? 

If so, FCE is the course for you!” 



Theme: Point of View 

MONDAY 


8:15 - 11:15 

CORE 


Speaking: 

Giving/supporting opinions: 

Smoking 

Speaking/ Listening: 

Listening for details: 

sentence completion / 

Matching speakers to topics 

Vocabulary: 

Matching words/phrases 

with definitions 

Grammar: 

Reported speech and 

reported questions / Time 

references in reported 

speech 

Speaking: 

Role play – 

arriving at airport customs 

Writing: 

Write a report of 

conversation between 

customs officer and arriving 

passenger at airport 

Reading: 

Part 4 Test Practice: Multiple 

matching – Smoking habits 

Speaking: 

Giving/supporting opinions: 

Capital punishment 

Vocabulary: 

Crime and criminals: Word 

Formation (Use of English 

Test Practice) 

Reading: 

Inserting missing 

paragraphs into the text– 

Identifying the author’s 

opinion 

Writing: 

Part 2 Test Practice 

Presenting an argument 

– Using discourse markers/ 

Supporting your opinion 

Planning a report 

Listening: 

Computer game addiction – 

Sentence completion / True 

or False 

Vocabulary: 

Word Formation (Use of 

English Test Practice) 

Speaking: 

Part 3 Test Practice 

Collaborative problemsolving 

BREAK 

12:15 - 2:15 


Writing: 

Write a Composition – 

Interpreting graphical 

information 

Reading: 

Lexical referencing 

(Part 1 Exam) 

Supplementary: 

Practice Reading Test Part 1 – 

Inserting missing sentences 

Listening/Speaking: 

Deducing meaning 

Speaking: 

Speaking Practice Test 

(Parts 1 & 2 exam) – 

Introduction Language 

(Compare & Contrast) 

Use of English: 

Key word transformations 

(Part 3 exam) 

Supplementary: 

Part 1 exam – 

Multiple Choice cloze 

Re-write session: 

(From Monday’s weekly 

writing task) 

- Class review common 

errors 

- Individual rewrite 

Speaking: 

Practice Part 2 exam – 

Use visual materials 

Cambridge First Certificate Preparation 

Cambridge First Certificate Preparation

CRICOS Code 061057M 

English for Teaching Children (EFTC) 


• You will gain an awareness of the issues and 

practices related to teaching English to young 

learners 

• You will learn to develop classroom activities 

and sound organisational practices within the 

classroom 

• You will plan and deliver lessons and your 

teacher will provide feedback on how to 

improve your teaching 

• EFTC is a great companion course for the 




4 weeks at Viva College’s Intermediate Level 


Intermediate Level Placement Test conducted 

on the first day at orientation or the Viva Online 

Placement Test conducted at any time during 

normal office hours 


IELTS Certificate* (Academic or General) with an 

overall score of 5.0 (no band score less than 4.5) 


COURSE LENGTH 

4 weeks 

START DATES 

17th Jan, 11th Apr, 4th Jul, 26th Sep, 19th Dec 

LEVELS 

ADVANCED 


INTERMEDIATE 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 

EFTC 

JAPAN 

ERI SHIROSHITA 

“ I enjoyed the EFTC course indeed. 

There were many interesting subjects. 

For example I studied second language 

development, class room management 

and story telling techniques etc. 

They were very useful and enjoyable topics. 

I’m glad I did this course.” 

Teacher Training Courses


10:15-1:15 

MONDAY 

CORE 



Vocabulary & 

Grammar 1: 

• Flashcard ideas 

• Vocabulary networks 

Classroom 

management & 

organization 2: 

Problem solving 

• Advice & techniques 

(Paul p.124) 

Classroom 

Management 

& Organization 3: 

Mistakes, errors & correction 

• What is an error? 

• Checking for 

understanding 

• Correction beanstalk 

(Vale & Feunteun p.33 &197) 

Speaking 1: 

Simple speaking 

activities 

(Phillips p.35) 

Speaking 3: 

Story building - 

The Three Little Pigs 

(Phillips p.40) 

Teaching Practice & 

Reflection: 

Vocabulary & grammar 

Speaking 4: 

Language Targets 

• Controlled 

• Semi-controlled 

• Free 

Pronunciation 2: 

• Games 

• Songs 

• Chants 

Vocabulary & 

Grammar 2: 

• Guess the words 

• A very long sentence 


Reflection Speaking 

BREAK 

2:15-4:15 

CORE CORE CORE CORE CORE 

The Learning 

Environment 3: 

Lesson Materials & 

Equipment Discussion 

(Paul 114) 

• Course books 

• Worksheets 

• Workbooks 

• Notebooks 

• Supplementary books 

• Penmanship books 

• Flashcards 

• Pictures 

• Animals & puppets 

• Toys games & accessories 

• Computers 

• Audio & video 

Speaking 2: 

Information Gap & 

Survey techniques 

(Phillips p.36-38) 

CORE 


Reflection: 

Listening - storytelling, TPR 

Action Games: 

• Traditional games 

CORE 


Reflection: 

Vocabulary & grammar 

Guided Self-Study 

Teacher Consultation: 

Review of the week & TP 

preparation. 

Guided Self-Study 

Teacher Consultation: 

Review of the week & TP 

preparation 

PATHWAYS 

Viva Certificate IV in TESOL (conditional on meeting requisite English level) 

Completion of the EFTC course can give you credit for the following units in Viva Certificate IV in TESOL. 

UNITS 

Teach ESL to early childhood learners 

TEL015 

Teach ESL to primary school-aged learners 

TEL016 

English for Teaching Children

30920QLD, CRICOS Code 073618F 



• The Certificate IV in TESOL is a nationally 

recognised course 

• You will develop the knowledge and skills to 

become an English speaking language teacher 

• You will teach more than 6 hours of lessons to 

non-English speakers, and your lessons will be 

recorded for you to keep 

• You will get one-to-one feedback from your 

teacher 

• You will observe lessons taught by experienced 

native English speaking teachers 



4 weeks at Viva College’s Upper-Intermediate 

Level 


Upper-Intermediate Level Placement Test 

on the first day at orientation or the Viva Online 

Placement Test conducted at any time during 

normal office hours 





COURSE LENGTH 

8 weeks 

START DATES 

14th Feb, 9th May, 1st Aug, 24th Oct 

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 

Students in each intake will have the opportunity 

to gain work experience in an English College or 

Secondary School in Queensland. 

LEVELS 

ADVANCED 


INTERMEDIATE 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 


SOUTH KOREA 

INJAE PARK 

“ If you want to be an English teacher 

I recommend that you should take the TESOL 

course at Viva. Not only can you learn how to 

teach students English from experienced 

teachers, but you can also improve your 

speaking and listening skills.” 


Internship available 


MONDAY 


10:15-1:15 

CORE 


QLD244TEG01B 

Teach English 

Grammar: 

Procedure for teaching a 

grammar lesson 

Inductive vs. Deductive 

Presentation 

QLD244TEG01B 

Model Grammar 

Lesson: 

Inductive Grammar 

Presentation and 

Feedback 

QLD244TSP01B 

Teach Spelling 

& Pronunciation: 

Mutually Intelligible 

Pronunciation 

Minimal Pairs 

Microteaching 

Grammar: 

30 minute Trainee led lesson 

Inductive grammar 

based lesson 

QLD244DSP01B 

Design syllabus and 

plan lessons: 

Needs analysis, Task 

analysis, Identify language 

and Learning needs 

QLD244TEG01B 

Teach English 

Grammar: 

Concept Checking (CCQ’s) 

Controlled Practice 

activities 

QLD244TSP01B 

Teaching Lexis & 

Spelling Lexis? 

Vocabulary, Lexis, Grammar 

QLD244TSP01B 



Stress, Rhythm and 

Intonation 

Microteaching 

Grammar: 



based lesson 

QLD244DSP01B 

Design syllabus and 

plan lessons: 

Practice needs analysis 

Interviews 

BREAK 

2:15-4:15 

CORE CORE CORE CORE CORE 

QLD244TEG01B 

Timelines: 

Time vs. Tense 

Verb Aspect 

QLD244TSP01B 

Teaching Lexis & 

Spelling: 

Collocations 

Spelling Rules! 

QLD244TSP01B 



Drilling (Accuracy) 

Pronunciation Games 

(Fluency) 

Microteaching 

Grammar: 



based lesson 

QLD244TSE01B 

Teach Speaking: 

Planning & Practice 

Activities: 

Spoken Genres 

CORE UNITS 

Analyse language, culture and 

learning 

QLD244LCL01B 

Teach listening 

QLD244TLE01B 

Analyse the English language 

QLD244AEL01B 

Teach reading 

QLD244TRE01B 

Apply approaches and methods 

in TESOL 

QLD244AMT01B 

Teach writing 

QLD244TWE01B 

Teach English grammar 

QLD244TEG01B 

Assess ESL learning 

QLD244AEL02B 

Teach spelling and pronunciation 

QLD244TSP01B 

Design syllabus and plan lessons 

QLD244DSP01B 

Teach speaking 

QLD244TSE01B 

Develop resource files 

QLD244DRF01B 

ELECTIVES 

As part of your course you will complete one of the following elective units. 

* Teach ESL to early childhood learners 

QLD245ECL01B 

Teach ESL to teenage learners 

QLD245ETL01B 

* Teach ESL to primary school-aged 

learners 

QLD245PSL01B 

Use music, art and drama in TESOL 

QLD245MAD01B 

* Students who complete these electives will be eligible for RPL towards the Viva EFTC Certificate, in addition to the Certificate IV in TESOL. You will still need to study the 

EFTC course. 

Certificate IV in TESOL 19

30920QLD, CRICOS Code 073618F* 

Certificate IV in TESOL (FLEXIBLE DELIVERY) 


• The Certificate IV in TESOL is a nationally recognised 

course 

• You will develop skills to become an English speaking 

language teacher 

• You will teach 6 hours of lessons to non-English 

speakers and your lessons will be recorded for you to 

keep 

• You will be supported through weekly online tutorials 

and question time 

• You will be able to study from anywhere with a 

computer and internet access 

• You will be able to manage your own time and study 

around your work schedule 

• You will get one-to-one feedback from your teacher 

• You will observe lessons taught by experienced 

native English speaking teachers 

FLEXIBLE DELIVERY 

This course is self paced with a focus on working around 

your schedule. 

Single enrolments: 

• You have up to 12 months to complete the course 

• There are no deadlines for assessment so you can 

complete the work at a pace that suits you 

Group enrolments: 

• You will work to a 20 week structure with a group of 

students from your area 

• You will have due dates, but you can arrange study any 

time around your work schedule 

Throughout this process you will be supported through: 

• E-mail contact with the trainer 

• Online tutorials 

• Guided readings 

• Online Lectures 

• Communication with other students online 

LEVELS 

ADVANCED 


INTERMEDIATE 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 


Available 

Online 

in 2011 

* Student Visa valid for face-to-face component. 

SOUTH KOREA 

Course not available to Student Visa holders until further notice. 

JIHYE LEE (STELLA) 

“ Make your dreams come true at Viva! 

You will definitely feel yourself improving 

to be a better teacher with such a well 

organised TESOL course. This course 

provides vast amounts of resources and will 

help you to be a more efficient person.” 



• Current Students: Successful completion of 4 

weeks at Viva College’s Upper-Intermediate Level 

• Future students: Successful completion of the 

online placement test and speaking test at an 

Upper-Intermediate level 





• All students must successfully complete a 

content knowledge test to continue to the 

teaching practice 


WEEK UNIT CODE UNIT NAME 

1 QLD244AMT01B 

Apply approaches and methods in TESOL 

2 QLD244LCL01B 

Analyse language, culture and learning 

3 QLD244AEL01B 


4 QLD244DSP01B 


5 COURSE BREAK 

Course Break 

6 QLD244TEG01B 


7 QLD244TSP01B 


COURSE LENGTH 

For a group: 16 weeks distance + 2 - 4 weeks face 

to face 

Single: Up to 12 months 

START DATES 

Any time 

8 

9 

10 

11 

12 

QLD244TSE01B 

QLD244TLE01B 

COURSE BREAK 

QLD244TRE01B 

QLD244TWE01B 



Course Break 

Teach reading 

Teach writing 

You come to Viva 

Viva comes 

to you 

13 

14 

QLD244AEL02B 

QLD244DRF01B 



Enrolment type Single Group Group 

15 

Elective 

Complete one elective from the list below 

No of students Less than 14 14 or more 14 or more 

Theory duration 

(weeks) 

Up to 52 16 16 

16 

17 

Course break 

Vocational placement 

Course break 

Lesson observation and preparation 

Face to face weeks 2 4 3 - 4 

18 


Prac teaching 

Face to face 

Start dates 

21/03/11, 14/06/11, 

05/09/11, 28/11/11 

To be negotiated 

To be negotiated 

19 


Prac teaching 

Practicum location Viva Viva Your country 

20 


Prac teaching 

CORE UNITS 

Analyse language, culture and 

learning 

QLD244LCL01B 


QLD244TLE01B 


QLD244AEL01B 

Teach reading 

QLD244TRE01B 

Apply approaches and methods 

in TESOL 

QLD244AMT01B 

Teach writing 

QLD244TWE01B 


QLD244TEG01B 


QLD244AEL02B 


QLD244TSP01B 


QLD244DSP01B 


QLD244TSE01B 


QLD244DRF01B 

ELECTIVES 

As part of your course you will complete one of the following elective units. 

* Teach ESL to early childhood learners 

QLD245ECL01B 

Teach ESL to teenage learners 

QLD245ETL01B 

* Teach ESL to primary school-aged 

learners 

QLD245PSL01B 

Use music, art and drama in TESOL 

QLD245MAD01B 

* Students who complete these electives will be eligible for RPL towards the Viva EFTC Certificate, in addition to the Certificate IV in TESOL. You will still need to study the EFTC course. 

Certificate II in Customer contact 21

BSB20207, CRICOS Code 073721G 

Certificate II in Customer Contact 


• This is an entry level qualification to provide 

you with practical skills and knowledge in 

customer contact in the Australian business 

environment 

• You will learn how to deliver and monitor 

customer service, process complaints, 

recommend products, and identify 

opportunities for cross-selling 

• You will learn basic information systems skills 

• We offer a flexible timetable, multiple start 

dates, and elective classes to improve your 

English skills 


• All students : Satisfactory result in the entry 

test given at orientation 

• Current students : Successful completion of 4 

weeks at Viva College’s Intermediate Level 

• Future Students : IELTS score of 5 or equivalent 

• Free pretesting available on Wednesday at 

3:00pm 

COURSE LENGTH (22 weeks) 

5 blocks of 4 weeks + 2 weeks of holidays 

START DATES 

7th Mar, 4th Apr, 9th May, 6th June, 4th Jul, 

1st Aug, 5th Sep, 3rd Oct , 31st Oct, 28th Nov 

(Certificate II in Customer Contact has rolling starts - 

this means students may enter the course at the start of any block) 

LEVELS 

ADVANCED 


INTERMEDIATE 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 

Certificate II in CC 

KEY EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS 

Communication & Teamwork : 

• Listening and questioning to identify customer 

needs 

• Writing emails and faxes 

• Working in a team to achieve team goals 

Problem Solving, Initiative & Enterprise : 

• Contribute suggestions for improvements in 

products and services 

• Use problem solving techniques to identify 

customer wants and needs 

Planning, Organising & Self Management : 

• Manage own time and priorities 

• Maintain customer records 

Learning and Technology : 

• Use electronic communication devices and 

software to action customer contact 

• Seek appropriate technical help 

COLOMBIA 

PAULA ARCILA 

“ My experience with Viva has been 

very rewarding. I’ve learnt much about 

Finance and the environment while 

experiencing different cultures. 

I want to thank Viva College 

for everything.” 

v 2.0 

Business Courses

New in 2011 

New in 2011 

SAMPLE TIMETABLE (DAY CLASSES) 

MONDAY 


9:00-12:00 

CORE 

CORE 

ELECTIVE 

Orientation 

(9am – 1pm) 

Week 1 of first block only 

Subject A 

Communicate with 

Customers 

Study Skills 

Get help with assessment 

or course content 

BREAK 

1:00-4:00 

ELECTIVE CORE ELECTIVE ELECTIVE 

Seminars 

A free extension class 

Topics vary 

Subject B 

Information Systems 

Study Assistance 

(3:30-4:30pm) 

Written English 

Conversation Partner 

(2:30pm – 3:30pm) 

Spoken English 

4:00-5:00 


Tutoring 

By appointment 



Tutoring 


Tutoring 


Tutoring 


BLOCKS OF STUDY 

TERM 1 

Make Recommendations 

TERM 2 

BSBPRO301A 

FNSICSAM301B 

BSBCUS301A 

Recommend products and services 

Identify opportunities for cross selling products and service 

Deliver and monitor a service to customers 

TERM 3 

Communicate with Customers 

BSBCMM301A 

BSBCMM201A 

Process customer complaints 

Communicate in the workplace 

Information Systems 

BSBCCO301A 

BSBITU101A 

Use multiple information systems 

Operate a personal computer 

TERM 4 

BSBIND101A 

Work effectively in a contact centre environment 

TERM 5 

BSBOHS201A 

BSBCCO201A 

Participate in OHS processes 

Action customer contact 

[Certificate II in Customer Contact has rolling starts - this means students may enter the course at the start of any block] 

PATHWAYS 

1. Viva Certificate II in Business 

2. Viva Certificate III in Business Administration 

Enrol in this course and get discounted travel on public transport in Queensland. 

Certificate II in Customer contact 23

BSB20107, CRICOS Code 065016K 



• You will gain practical skills and simulated work 

experience in an Australian business 

environment 

• You will learn how to communicate with clients 

and colleagues, provide customer service, work 

in a diverse environment, plan and organize 

your work schedule, and write basic work 

documents 

• You will learn basic information systems skills 

• We offer a flexible timetable, multiple start 

dates, and elective classes to improve your 

English skills 




• Current students : Successful completion of 4 

weeks at Viva College’s Intermediate Level 

• Future Students : IELTS score of 5 or equivalent 


3:00pm 



START DATES 

10th Jan, 7th Feb, 7th Mar, 4th Apr, 9th May, 6th 

June, 4th Jul, 1st Aug, 5th Sep, 3rd Oct , 31st Oct, 

28th Nov 

(Certificate II in Business has rolling starts - 


LEVELS 

ADVANCED 


INTERMEDIATE 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 




• Communicating with clients 

• Writing routine correspondence 

• Working in a team 

Problem Solving Initiative and Enterprise : 

• Identifying occupational health and safety issues 

• Dealing with client enquiries and complaints 

Planning, Organising & Self Management : 

• Organising work schedule 

• Obtain feedback on own performance and 

identify opportunity for improvement 

Learning and technology : 

• Use manual and online help 

• Select and use appropriate business technology 

and software for the task 

BRAZIL 

MIRELLA LOMBARDI 

“I chose Viva College because I was 

looking for a school that would give me 

a good qualification in Business, with 

qualified teachers and a flexible timetable. 

Its location, atmosphere and easy access 

to material were all positive aspects.” 

Business Courses

Day & Night 

SAMPLE TIMETABLE (DAY CLASSES) 

MONDAY 


9:00-12:00 

CORE 

CORE 

ELECTIVE 

Orientation 

(9am – 1pm) 


Subject A 

e.g. OH&S 

Study Skills 



BREAK 

1:00-4:00 

ELECTIVE ELECTIVE CORE ELECTIVE 

Seminars 


Topics vary 

Study Skills 



Subject B 

e.g. Innovation 


(2:30pm – 3:30pm) 


4:00-5:00 


Tutoring 




Tutoring 


Tutoring 


Tutoring 



BLOCK A 

BLOCK B 

Business Technology 

BSBWOR203A 

BSBINM201A 

Communicate 

BSBWOR203A 

BSBCMM201A 

Diversity* 

BSBDIV301A 

BLOCK C 

BLOCK D 

Innovation* 

BSBINN201A 

Daily Financial Records 

FNSICGEN305B 

OH&S* 

BSBOHS201A 

Work Effectively in Business 

BSBIND201A 

BLOCK E 

BSBWOR202A 

Deliver a Service 

BSBCUS201A 

Sustainable Environment 

BSBSUS201A 

[Certificate II in Business has rolling starts - this means students may enter the course at the start of any block] 

PATHWAYS 

• Viva Certificate III in Business Administration 

* Successful completion will lead to course credit in the Viva Certificate III in Business Administration. 


Certificate II in Business 25

BSB30407, CRICOS Code 068405F 

Certificate III in Business Administration 


• This course is designed to improve your 

employability and prepare you for further study. 

• You will gain essential skills in customer service, 

word processing, data entry & typing 

• You will improve your project management and 

problem solving skills 

• You will develop accounts receivable and payable 

skills ready for the workforce 

• We offer a flexible timetable, multiple start dates, 

and elective classes to improve your English skills 




• Current students : Completion of Viva Certificate II 

in Business, or successful completion of 4 weeks at 

Viva College’s Upper Intermediate Level 

• Future Students : IELTS score of 5.5 or 

equivalent 


3:00pm 



Length of holidays varies according to academic calendar. 

START DATES 

10th Jan, 7th Mar, 9th May, 4th Jul, 5th Sep, 31st Oct 

(Certificate III in Business Administration has rolling starts - 


LEVELS 

ADVANCED 


INTERMEDIATE 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 

Certificate III in BA 


Communication & problem solving: 

• Clearly communicating with others 

• Applying knowledge to complete activities 

efficiently and effectively 

• Working in a team 

• Developing practical and proactive workplace 

problem-solving skills 

Planning, organising and self-management 

• Determining and allocating resources 

• Collecting, analysing and organising data 

• Managing risk, compliance and time 

• Working ethically 

Learning and technology 

• Promoting professional development 

• Using business related technology safely (OHS) 

and appropriately 

JAPAN 

YASUHIRO ONO 

“ I am really happy to be here and study 

business with great teachers and friends. 

Thank you Viva! ” 

Business Courses

Day & Night 


8:30-11:30 

MONDAY 

CORE 


CORE CORE ELECTIVE 

Orientation 

(9am – 1pm) 


Subject A 

e.g. Basic Accounts 

Subject A 

e.g. Basic Accounts 

Study Skills 

(9am – 12pm) 



BREAK 

12:30-2:00 

ELECTIVE CORE CORE 

Seminars 

(1pm – 2pm) 

Topics vary 

Subject B 

e.g. OHS 

Subject C 

e.g. Presentations 

2:00-3:30 

ELECTIVE ELECTIVE ELECTIVE ELECTIVE 

Seminars 

(2pm – 4pm) 

Topics vary 

Subject B 

Workshop Time 

e.g. OHS 

Subject C 

Workshop Time 

e.g. Presentations 


(2:30pm – 3:30pm) 


4:00-5:00 


Tutoring 




Tutoring 


Tutoring 


Tutoring 



BLOCK A 

BLOCK B 

Basic Accounts 

BSBFIA303A 

BSBFIA304A 

Text Documents 

BSBITU303A 

BSBWRT301A 

OH&S* 

BSBOHS201A 

BSBITU307A 

Presentations 

BSBITU302A 

[Certificate III in Business Administration has rolling starts - 

this means students may enter the course at the start of any block] 

BLOCK C 

Monitor a Service 

BSBCUS301A 

BSBADM307B 

Spreadsheets 

BSBITU304A 

Process Payroll 

BSBFIA302A 

Innovation* 

BSBINN201A 

Diversity* 

BSBDIV301A 

PATHWAYS 

Viva Certificate IV in Business 

* Can be credited from the Viva Certificate II in Business 


• Certificate IV University Foundation Studies • Diploma of Children’s Services 

• Diploma of Community Services Work 


Certificate III in Business Administration 27

BSB40207, CRICOS Code 073722F 



• This course is designed to develop your 

academic skills and prepare you for University 

in Australia 

• You will gain project management and 

leadership skills needed to succeed in business 

• You will build your business software skills in 

our computer labs 

• You will learn the fundamental principles of 

accounting and use manual and electronic 

accounting systems 

• The course is offered in standard and fast-track 

modes 




• Current students : Assessed to be at Upper 

Intermediate level or higher by Viva College 

• Future Students : IELTS score of 5.5 or 

equivalent 

• Free pretesting available on Wednesdays at 

3:00pm 



Length of holidays varies according to academic calendar. 

LEVELS 

ADVANCED 


INTERMEDIATE 


ELEMENTARY 

BEGINNER 




• Communicating with business contacts and team 

members, negotiating effectively to address 

conflicts 

Problem Solving, Initiative & Enterprise : 

• Finding, analysing and interpreting data in order 

to make decisions contributing to strategic 

direction of enterprise 

• Identifying learning opportunities to improve 

work practices 

• Develop time management strategies to 

ensure tasks are completed in an efficient 

and effective manner 

START DATES 

9th May, 4th Jul, 5th Sep, 31st Oct 

(Certificate IV in Business has rolling starts - 


SLOVAKIA 

KLAUDIA KAKUSOVA 

“ Viva College provides students with quality 

trainers and interesting lessons so you learn 

a lot. Trainers and all staff at Viva are very 

helpful and friendly. I can highly 

recommend Viva for future students.” 

v 3.4 

Business Courses

New in 2011 


9:00-12:00 

MONDAY 

CORE 


CORE ELECTIVE CORE 

Orientation 

(9am – 1pm) 


Subject A 

e.g. Fundamental 

Marketing Principles 

e.g. Self guided study / 

Fast track subject 

Subject A 

e.g. Workshop 

BREAK 

1:00-4:00 

ELECTIVE CORE ELECTIVE CORE 

Seminars 

(9am – 1pm) 


Topics vary 

Subject B 

e.g. Complex 

Spreadsheeting 

e.g. Self guided study / 

Fast track subject 

Subject B 

e.g. Workshop 

4:00-5:00 


Tutoring 


Study Assistance 

Help with written English 

Tutoring 


Tutoring 


Tutoring 



TERM 1 

TERM 2 

BSBWRT401A 

Write complex documents 

BSBFIA301A 

Maintain financial records 

BSBRES401A 

Analyse and present research information 

BSBFIA401A 

Prepare financial reports 

BSBOHS407A 

Monitor a safe workplace (core) 

BSBCMM401A 

Make a presentation 

TERM 3 

BSBMKG414A 

Undertake marketing activities 

BSBITU402A 

Develop and use complex spreadsheets 

BSBPMG510A 

Manage Projects 

FNSACC402A 

Prepare operational budgets 


[Certificate II in Customer Contact has rolling starts - this means students may enter the course at the start of any block] 


• Diploma of Commerce • Diploma of Graphic Design • Diploma of Hotel Management 

• Diploma of Information Technology • Diploma of Children’s Services 

Enrol in this course and 

get discounted travel on public 

transport in Queensland. 

Certificate IV in Business

Viva Plus 

What’s Viva Plus? 

• A club with automatic entry for qualifying 

students 

• A club with real benefit for members 

• A club that teaches you real skills, without huge 

commitment 

• A club that’s attractive to many students 

How do I qualify? 

Enrol in ELICOS for more than 10 weeks, or enrol 

in a Business or TESOL course 

Enrol in 

> 10 weeks ELICOS 


Any Business Course 

Receive 

4 sessions 

4 sessions 

12 sessions 

What type of courses are there? 

• Introduction to MYOB (4 sessions) 

• Use daily financial records (AQF Award) 

• Process payroll (AQF Award) 

• IELTS practice tests 

• Keyboard skills 

• Introduction to Spreadsheets 

• Business English 

• And more... 

How do I join if I’m not a Viva 

student? 

You can buy individual sessions for $40 or 4 for 

$120 

How long is each session? 

2-3 hrs 

SAMPLE TIMETABLE (MONDAY) 

5:30-8:00 

Introduction to MYOB 

Session 1 

Introduction to the software 

Banking module - 

spend money 

Session 2 

Banking module - 

receive money 

Session 3 

Sales register 

Session 4 

Purchases register 

3:30-6:30 

Maintain daily financial and business records (FNSICGEN305B) 

Session 1 

Prepare and process invoices 

Session 2 

Process Petty Cash 

Transactions 

Session 3 

Prepare and process banking 

documents 

Session 4 

In-class assessment 

5:30-8:00 

Process payroll (BSBFIA302A) 

Session 1 

Tax file number 

Remuneration and 

entitlements 

Session 2 

Employee history cards 

Timesheets 

Payroll register 

Session 3 

Processing payments 

Employee earnings card 

Pay advice 

Session 4 

In-class assessment 

3:30-6:30 

IELTS practice tests 

Reading 

Listening Writing Speaking

Facilities 

Viva has modern facilities to make your 

student life in Brisbane easy. 

• 23 spacious air-conditioned classrooms, many of which have 

natural light and beautiful views 

• Self-access library with 30 networked PC’s, printer / copier / scanner, 

books, tapes, DVD’s, magazines and textbooks 

• 60 computers with free internet and email access 

• Free wireless Internet access 

• Landlines with free local telephone calls 

• Student lunch room with microwaves, vending machines and 

refrigerator, overlooking the beautiful Queen Street Mall 

• Video security cameras for your protection 

• You can have your mail sent to Viva College 

• Free workshops to help you improve your English skills 

• The Viva College student card helps you get cheaper prices at 

selected shops, most cinemas and on public transport 

(available on selected courses) 

Facilities 31

Services 

Viva Job Club 

Viva College has a Job Club Coordinator on campus to help our students 

to find and apply for jobs. 

Viva Job Club offers: 

• Assistance with internships in various industries 

• Assistance with resumé and cover letter preparation 

• Assistance with interview training 

• Assistance with obtaining a Tax File Number application: 

a number that you need to work legally in Australia 

• Scheduled Seminars on a range of job-related topics 

Viva is here to assist you 

during your stay in Brisbane, 

ensuring that your study time 

is as enjoyable as possible. 

Accommodation 

We will assist you in finding accommodation for your period of study. 

Options include Homestay accommodation with an Australian family or share 

accommodation with friends or others. 

Homestay 

There is no better way to experience the Australian lifestyle than Homestay. 

Living in Homestay has many benefits, including being part of a family, 

experiencing local customs, increasing your English language skills and 

creating lasting friendships. 

Cost of Living 

Brisbane is a very safe and laid back city with an outdoor lifestyle, friendly 

people and good public transport. The cost of living is low compared to other 

Australian cities such as Melbourne and Sydney. As a guide, international 

students generally spend around $350 a week on living costs which include 

accommodation, food, clothing, transport, entertainment and telephone. 

Living costs will vary depending on individual circumstances, study location 

and lifestyle. 

For more information, see the Viva pre-enrolment guide at www.vivacollege.com 

Homestay pictures are for reference purposes only.

Activities 

Viva Activity Club 

Join Viva students and staff, and make 

new friends through our activities 

program and experience all that 

Brisbane has to offer, including: 

• Southbank Parklands and beach 

(approximately 10 minute walk from the 

College) 

• A trip on a City Cat along the beautiful 

Brisbane River 

• Wildlife parks, where you can cuddle 

koalas, see kangaroos, crocodiles and 

much more 

• Beautiful inner-city parks, where you 

can enjoy sports, games and BBQs 

• The popular beaches of the Gold 

Coast to the south and the Sunshine 

Coast and Noosa to the north 

• World famous amusement parks 

like Dreamworld, Wet n Wild and 

Movieworld 

• National parks and rainforests, 

which provide excellent camping 

and bushwalking 

• Spectacular islands where you can 

scuba or snorkel, and see turtles, 

dolphins, sharks and whales 

• Adventure trips to experience 

skydiving, horse-riding, scuba-diving, 

sand-boarding and many others 

Have fun while you study 

at Viva. With some of the 

world’s best beaches and 

natural attractions in easy 

reach, Brisbane is the ideal 

destination. 

Services & Activiites 33

Vocational Pathways 

Institution 

Partner Program 

Viva Program 

Exit Level 

ACCCO 

Any course 

Focus English 

IELTS 2 / EAP 

Successful completion of Level 5 (upperintermediate, 

equivalent to IELTS 5.5) 

Successful completion of IELTS 2 / EAP 

(equivalent to IELTS 5.5) 

www.accco.com.au 

Aviation 

Australia 

Certificate or Diploma courses 

EAP 


Grade ‘C’ or above 

www.aviationstudycentre.com 

Bremer 

Institute 

of TAFE 


IELTS 2 / EAP 

Successful completion of IELTS 

2 / EAP (equivalent to IELTS 5.5 

with no band below 5.0) 

www.bremer.tafe.qld.gov.au 

Brisbane North 

Institute 

of TAFE 

Any Course 

Focus English 

IELTS 2 / EAP 

Successful completion of IELTS 2 / 

EAP (equivalent to IELTS 5.5) 

DOS to provide a letter of 

confirmation that student has 

achieved IELTS 5.5 equivalency. 


EAP (equivalent to IELTS 5.5) 



achieved IELTS 5.5 equivalency. 

www.bn.tafe.qld.gov.au 

Brisbane 

School 

of Hairdressing 

Any Course 

Focus English 

IELTS 2 / Pre-EAP 

Successful completion of Level 5 

(upper-intermediate) 


Pre-EAP 

www.brishair.com.au 

Charlton Brown 

Any Course 

Focus English / IELTS 2 / 

EAP 

Certificate III in Business 

Admin. or Certificate IV in 

Business 

Demonstrated proficiency at upperint. 

level (equivalent to IELTS 5.5) 

Successful completion 

www.charltonbrown.com.au 

Central Queensland 

University (CQU) 

Higher Education Diplomas 

& Foundation Studies Program 

Bachelor & Master degree programs 

Pre - EAP 

EAP 

Successful completion of pre-EAP 

(Grade ‘C’ or above, equivalent to 

Academic IELTS 5.5 with no band 

below 5.0) 

Successful completion of EAP 

(Grade ‘C’ or above, equivalent to 

Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band 

below IELTS 5.0) 

www.cqu.edu.au 

Cert. II & III in Beauty Services 

(Nail and Make-up) 

Focus English 

Successful completion of Level 3 

(pre-intermediate) 

Endeavor College 

of Natural Health 

Certificate IV & Diploma 

EAP 


Grade ‘C’ or above 

www.endeavour.edu.au 

Bachelor degree 

EAP 


Grade ‘B’ or above 

Gold Coast 

Institute 

of TAFE 


(Diploma of Nursing: 10 week 

program English for Nursing and 

Health at GCIT before starting 

the Diploma.) 

EAP 

Successful completion of EAP plus an 

overall attendance of minimum 80% 

(equivalent to Academic IELTS 5.5 

with no band below IELTS 5.0) 

www.goldcoast.tafe.qld.gov.au 

Diploma of Hospitality

Institution 

Partner Program 

Viva Program 

Exit Level 

Kings 

College 

• Diploma of Accounting 

• Certificate III Automotive Tech. + 

Dip. of Automotive Management 

• Certificate III in Aged Care 

• Dip. of Community Welfare work 

• Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Div.2) 

Focus English / Pre- EAP 

EAP 

Successful completion of level 4 

or Pre-EAP (equivalent to IELTS 5.5 

or above) 

Successful completion of EAP 

(equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or above) 

www.kings.net.au 

VTE Certificate, Diploma & 

Advanced Diploma courses 

Focus English 

Demonstrated proficiency at 

upper-intermediate level 


Macquarie 

Education Group 

Australia 

Macquarie Grammar school - Year 10 

Focus English 

Demonstrated proficiency at 

intermediate level (equivalent to 

IELTS 5.0) 

www.mega.edu.au 

Macquarie Grammar school 

- Year 11 & 12 

Focus English 

Demonstrated proficiency at upperintermediate 

level 


Martin College 

Certifiate IV courses 

Pre-EAP 


Pre-EAP 

Diploma courses EAP Successful completion of EAP 

www.martincollege.edu.au 

Qantm 

College 

Bachelor courses 

EAP 


Grade ‘B’ or above 

www.qantm.com.au 

Queensland 

Institute of 

Business and 

Technology 

(QIBT) 

Certificate IV in University 

Foundation Studies (CUFS) 

(IELTS 5.5 with no band 

sub-score below 5.0) 

Diploma (IELTS 5.5 with no 

sub-score below 5.0): 

• Diploma of Commerce 

• Diploma of Graphic Design 

• Diploma of Hotel Management 

• Diploma of Information 

Technology 

• Diploma of Biosciences 

• Diploma of Engineering 

Focus English 

Pre-EAP 


(intermediate) plus an overall 

score of 85% of test with no skill 

under 60% and at least 80% 

attendance (equivalent to IELTS 5.5) 

Successful completion of Pre-EAP 

www.qibt.qld.edu.au 

Skills Tech 

Certificate III courses 

Focus English 


(upper-intermediate) plus a 

recommendation letter from 

Viva college 

Diploma or Advanced 

Diploma courses 

Pre-EAP / IELTS 1 


Pre-EAP & IELTS 1 

www.skillstech.tafe.qld.gov.au 

Southbank 

Institute of 

Technology 

(SBIT) 

Certificate or Diploma courses* 

*excludes certain courses 

Pre-EAP / EAP 

Successful completion of Pre-EAP / 

EAP (equivalent to IELTS 5.5 with 

no band below IELTS 5.0). 



achieved IELTS 5.5 equivalency 

www.southbank.edu.au 

* Currency of the information on 

www.vivacollege.com 

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