Why choose to study English at CME?

CME is the English Language Centre of Macquarie University, Sydney, one of Australia’s leading universities.

CME offers a range of General English and Academic English courses, including Direct Entry English programs, recognised by Macquarie University and SIBT. As CME’s direct entry English courses are discipline specific you can choose the English course that best suits your study plans.

By choosing to study English at CME you will:

• Develop the English language and study skills you need to succeed in Macquarie University’s and SIBT’s programs. Research at Macquarie University shows that CME students achieve a higher pass rate in their University programs than students entering from other English language colleges. (Source: Macquarie University Research Unit 2009)
• Study English on the beautiful Macquarie University campus, sharing the same modern building as Macquarie International and SIBT, and using the University’s excellent facilities. A major shopping centre is only 5 minutes walk away.
• Feel confident that you are learning English in a college that offers high quality programs.  CME rated well above the national average in students’ overall satisfaction with their learning experience and support and advice provided. (Source: i-graduate 2009 report “Assessing the student experience in ELT”)
• Learn from highly qualified teachers. Most CME teachers have postgraduate qualifications in teaching English.  More than 35% of CME teachers are qualified IELTS examiners.
• Improve your English skills after class using CME’s web based interactive learning materials available at CME Online, and other learning material in the CME library (ILC).
• Be able to take the IELTS Test easily. CME is an official IELTS Test Centre so you can easily take the IELTS tests that are held frequently on campus.
• Enjoy the beautiful tourist attractions of Sydney. Catch the train at the Macquarie University train station and arrive in the city centre in only 30 minutes.
• Feel part of our friendly community of international students. Students from more than 30 countries are currently enjoying their English studies at CME! We organise regular social events, so you can make long lasting friendships with other students from around the world.

As a CME student you will experience much more than an excellent teaching and learning environment!  CME is committed to helping you enjoy your international study experience in Sydney, Australia.