FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When can I start my course?

Students can start any Monday for most courses. The exam preparation courses, Young Executive English Program, and High School Preparation courses have set start dates. These are listed on the courses and fee sheet attached to our brochure.

How many students will be in my class?

The average class size is 10-12 students. If you are doing a Cambridge Exam course the maximum number of students in the class will be 12. If you are doing General English the maximum number in the class will be 15.

What countries will my class mates be from?

Students come from all around the world to study at Kaplan International College schools. We have students from Poland, Japan, China, Korea, Switzerland, France, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates, Colombia,Denmark, Italy etc.

How do I get to and from school each day?

Students usually rely on public transport. Students in Cairns usually travel by bike, Cairns is flat sprawling city and our homestays are within an 8 kilometre distance from the school. Alternatively there is a private bus company available.

If I stay in homestay are my meals included?

Your host family will provide breakfast and dinner Monday to Friday and breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday and Sunday if you are at home. Lunch is not included during the week so you will need to buy your lunch in the city. There are many cafes and take-away restaurants close to the school.

In Cairns there is an in-house cafe offering sandwiches, drinks and snack foods.

Can I do further study after I have finished my English?

If your English language level is high enough and your academic record is good you can choose to go onto further study. In most cases you will need to do an IELTS test and gain the required results in this test for entry to some institutions.

Do I need a visa, what sort?

If you are planning to study full time and for longer than 12 weeks, you will need to travel to Australia on a student visa. If you plan to study for less than 12 weeks then you may travel on a Visitor or Working Holiday visa.

Will I need to bring extra money for my living expenses?

When you travel and study in another country you need to allow some living expenses in addition to your course fees. The cost of living in Queensland is relatively inexpensive compared to other capital cities in the UK and US. Most students need to allow between $800 - $1200 per month depending on lifestyle and accommodation.

What do I do in my spare time?

You will be surprised at how much there is to do in Cairns. Once you start your course you will make friends with other students and often you will do things together after class and on weekends.

The Cairns school runs an in house social club "Crocodile Club" - weekly activities are available including volleyball, tennis, dinner nights, pub nights, snorkelling trips alternatively just speak to the Coordinator and she will organise any requests from you.

Where can I send and receive emails?

The school has computer rooms set up for use by classes. The computers are also available for students to use during their breaks and before and after class. This service is free of charge.

Kaplan International College Cairns

IH Cairns

  • 130 McLeod Street
    PO Box 7368
    Cairns, Queensland
    Australia 4870
  • +61 7 4031 3466
  • +61 7 4031 3464
  • Reception.Cairns@kaplan.com
  • CRICOS Provider Code: 00080F