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Five fun things to do near the Embassy Brisbane school

  • Take a ferry on Brisbane River for great views of the city.
  • Stroll through the nearby Botanic Gardens - why not take a picnic? You can join a guided tour, and the gardens are even open at night, with lit-up walkways.
  • Wander across the Victoria Bridge to Southbank Parklands.  Swim in the famous Streets City Beach.  Dine in one of the many cafes or restaurants.  Stroll through the Art and Crafts markets at the weekend.
  • Go rock-climbing or abseiling on Kangaroo Point (or just watch other people doing it).
  • Shop 'til you drop in the central business district.

Brisbane Events:

May: Paniyiri: Annual festival celebrating Greek culture, with dancing, food and music.
July to August (every second year) Brisbane Festival: This international arts festival occurs in evenly-numbered years (2008, 2010, 2012…)
August: Ekka: This historic event started as an agricultural show, and has expanded to include stalls, events and entertainment of all kinds.
August to September: River Festival: A superb event that takes Brisbane River as its theme.

Links

South Bank Showcases what's on, attractions, venues and eateries in Brisbane's main arts, culture and entertainment precinct.
Our Brisbane Sponsored by the Brisbane City Council, this site includes a visitors' section, advice on getting around, news and weather.
Experience Brisbane The Queensland Marketing Board tells you what to see and do, including details of events and festivals.
Brisbane Botanic Gardens Everything you need to know about this attractive destination.
Brisbane Festival One of the pre-eminent performing arts festivals in the southern hemisphere.
Ekka  Queensland's annual extravaganza and agricultural show.
River Festival Brisbane's signature event.

Brisbane: local information

All the practical details you need. Can't find something? Just ask us a question.

School facts:

  • Class size: Max 15 (18 for Academic Year Abroad); average 13
  • Number of students: 375
  • Number of teachers: 25+
  • Minimum student age: 16
  • Average student age: 20
  • Internet: Students can use the school computers for up to 40Mb per week; additional bandwidth can be purchased at a small cost; there is also wireless internet access throughout the school.
  • Facilities:Computer labs; resource centre / library; student common room with kitchen and balcony; garden; food court within the school building; interactive whiteboards.
  • Accessibility: The school is accessible to the visually impaired, the hearing impaired, and those in wheelchairs.
  • Accreditation: Our Brisbane school is a member of English Australia and is government accredited by NEAS, guaranteeing you quality English language tuition.
  • Exams: TOEIC testing centre.



  • Nearest supermarket: 10 minutes' walk
  • Nearest café/restaurants: Within the school buildings
  • Nearest newsagent: 10 minutes' walk
  • Nearest church: 10 minutes' walk
  • Nearest mosque: Approx 10 km
  • Nearest post office: 10 minutes' walk
  • Nearest bank: 10 minutes' walk
  • Nearest park: 10 minutes' walk
  • Nearest shopping centre: 10 minutes' walk
  • Nearest bus stop: 10 minutes' walk

Cost of Living

We currently advise that students should budget approximately AUS $300 per week. This will cover all transport, food and entertainment costs, and accommodation.

A few sample prices (all in AUS $):

Item Price
Item Price
A cup of coffee (in a chain like Starbucks) 3.50 - 4.00
Can of Coca Cola 1.50
Big Mac hamburger 4.00
Hot meal in the school cafeteria with side salad, main course and dessert 20.00
Three course meal in a mid range restaurant 50.00
Takeaway, e.g. from a noodle bar 10.00
Cinema ticket 14.50
Nightclub entrance 10.00
Taxi 10.00 - 20.00
Bus 3.00
Train (weekly) 22.00
(information last updated July 2008)

Prices are in AUS $. Access a currency converter here.

 

Embassy Brisbane location map

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How to reach Embassy Brisbane

From Central Train Station

Walk south down Edward Street, turn right at Charlotte Street, and the school is approximately 100m down on the left hand side. Look for the "Study Group Brisbane - Study Centre" sign.

From central Brisbane

From the centre of Queen Street Mall, walk two blocks down Albert Street heading south. Turn left at Charlotte Street and after approximately 50 metres the school is on the right hand side of the road. Look for the "Study Group Brisbane - Study Centre" sign.

(information last updated July 2008)

Links:

Rail Australia Find details of the great Australian rail journeys you can take with Countrylink and the Great Southern Railway.
Greyhound Australia's long-haul coach company. Find routes, timetables and prices.
Virgin Blue Low-cost airline dealing with internal flights across Australia.
Qantas Domestic airline travelling between Australian cities.
Brisbane Airport Plan and book your flight, or find out more about the services available at this terminal.

 

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English courses in Brisbane

 

English for Beginners
Certificate of English
Academic Year Abroad
Advanced Academic Year Abroad
Certificate of Business English
Examination Preparation: FCE, CAE
Examination Preparation: TOEIC
Examination Preparation: IELTS (Core and Elective)

English for Academic Purposes
One-to-one

Brisbane facts

Hottest months: December - February 84° F. Bring: summer clothes such as t-shirts, shorts and sandals, with a sweater, light coat and jeans for evenings. Don't forget sun cream and a sunhat.
Coldest month: July, 69° F. Bring: layers of clothes, jeans, a coat.
Generally, people dress quite informally in Australia.
Weather now Five-day forecast from the BBC
Time zone: AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
Time now: World clock Brisbane
Brisbane is best known for: a relaxed, outdoor lifestyle; its music scene; its many parks and gardens; a wonderful climate.