Our students consist of
visiting scholars, spouses of UT students, recent
high school or college graduates wanting to improve
their English for employment in their home country or
future study in the U.S., and others. They represent
many countries from around the world.
Registration times are
typically scheduled about a week before classes
begin. This gives students time to find a suitable
housing arrangement and explore the UT campus and
Austin. Placement tests are given to assess levels of
English- an oral interview, a writing assessment, and
a computer-based multiple choice exam with sections
in grammar, vocabulary, and listening. The scores on
these tests determine placement in the appropriate
level courses with students of similar skill. You
will also attend an orientation program to meet other
students and get information about UT and your
schedule.
An ESL orientation will be
held the Friday following registration. At that time,
a schedule of the semester's events will be
distributed. More specific information about
coursework will be given out by teachers during the
first week of classes.
Intensive AEP students
will be in classes 20 hours per week and should
expect to be on campus from 9 to 5 each day. Classes
will include students who also hold a university
degree and may be interested in pursuing more
advanced education. Although topics vary, courses
focus on improving basic English skills, and teachers
work to incorporate interests of their students. In
addition, students will learn presentation and
research skills in their speaking, writing, and
listening classes. All students are required to
become familiar with libraries on campus and will
make formal presentations in class.
Intensive ELP students
will also be in class 20 hours per week and should
plan to spend all day on campus. Other students in
the classes will hold at least a high school diploma
and share an interest in improving conversation and
communication in English.
ELP Part-Time students
have the option of taking one to three classes, from
a list of four. Classes will focus on basic English
communication and conversation skills.
