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English for Your
Student Visa

Achieve the English score you need for your UK, Australian, Canadian or USA student visa. Expert IELTS preparation and Academic English courses at Speak Global Academy, Kurunegala.

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Student Visa Requirements

English Requirements by Destination

Each country sets its own English proficiency requirements. Here is what you need and how we help you get there.

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United Kingdom

IELTS Academic 6.0 – 7.0+

Required for Tier 4 / Student Route visa. Most UK universities and colleges mandate IELTS Academic.

We prepare students for this target
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Australia

IELTS Academic 5.5 – 6.5+

Australian Subclass 500 student visa requires English proficiency. IELTS is the most accepted test.

We prepare students for this target
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Canada

IELTS Academic 6.0 – 6.5+

Canadian study permit applicants need English proof. IELTS is widely accepted at Canadian universities.

We prepare students for this target
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USA

TOEFL / IELTS Accepted

US universities accept TOEFL iBT (80–100+) or IELTS (6.5+). We prepare students for both exams.

We prepare students for this target
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New Zealand

IELTS Academic 5.5 – 6.5

New Zealand student visa requires IELTS Academic. English is the medium of instruction at all NZ universities.

We prepare students for this target
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Ireland

IELTS 6.0 – 6.5+

Ireland student visa requires English proficiency evidence. IELTS Academic is accepted across all Irish institutions.

We prepare students for this target
Our Programmes

English Courses Available

From IELTS exam preparation to university-level Academic English — choose the programme that matches your visa goal.

IELTS Preparation

Academic & General Training

3 MonthsBand 6.0 – 7.5+

A comprehensive module-by-module IELTS programme. Covers all four skills — Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking — with mock exams and personalised feedback.

What You'll Cover

  • IELTS Listening: note-taking & multiple choice strategies
  • IELTS Reading: skimming, scanning, True/False/NG questions
  • IELTS Writing Task 1 — graphs, charts, diagrams
  • IELTS Writing Task 2 — essays, opinion, discussion
  • IELTS Speaking: Part 1, 2 & 3 fluency coaching
  • Full timed mock exams with band-score feedback
  • Vocabulary expansion for academic contexts
  • Time management & exam technique
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Academic English

For University Success

4 MonthsUniversity Level

Build the academic language skills you need to thrive at a university in an English-speaking country — essays, presentations, seminars and research writing.

What You'll Cover

  • Academic essay and report writing
  • Critical reading of scholarly texts
  • Citation and referencing (APA / Harvard)
  • Listening in lectures and taking structured notes
  • Seminar participation and academic discussion
  • Presentation skills and public speaking
  • Research skills and paraphrasing
  • Professional email and formal correspondence
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General English

Beginner to Advanced

FlexibleAll Levels

Build real-world English confidence from the ground up. Perfect for students who need to strengthen their foundation before enrolling in IELTS or Academic English.

What You'll Cover

  • Essential grammar (tenses, conditionals, passives)
  • Everyday vocabulary and idiomatic expressions
  • Conversational fluency practice
  • Listening comprehension (accents & contexts)
  • Reading comprehension and inference skills
  • Writing: paragraphs, informal & semi-formal letters
  • Pronunciation and accent reduction
  • Business English (optional add-on)
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Why Choose Us

Why Learn English at
Speak Global Academy?

We specialise in goal-driven English — every class is designed to move you closer to your target band score or the academic level you need to succeed abroad.

Exam-focused teaching

Every mock test, task and activity mirrors real IELTS exam conditions.

Personalised band feedback

Get written feedback and your predicted band score after every mock paper.

Small groups (max 20)

More speaking time, more feedback, faster improvement.

Flexible online & in-person

Join from Kurunegala or anywhere in Sri Lanka via live Zoom sessions.

Proven pass rate

Students regularly achieve 6.5–7.5 band scores for their target universities.

IELTS Band Score Guide

9.0
Expert User
8.0 – 8.5
Very Good User
7.0 – 7.5
Good User
6.0 – 6.5
Competent UserMost Visa Requirements
5.0 – 5.5
Modest User
4.0 – 4.5
Limited User

* Band requirements vary by institution and country. We advise students to check official visa guidelines.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

1What IELTS band score do I need for a UK student visa?

Most UK universities require an IELTS Academic score of 6.0–7.5 overall. Our course prepares students for a 6.0 to 7.5+ target band.

2Is IELTS required for a student visa to Australia?

Yes. Australian student visas (Subclass 500) typically require IELTS Academic 5.5–6.5. Our programme prepares you for these specific target bands.

3How long is the IELTS preparation course?

Our standard IELTS preparation course runs for 3 months (12 weeks), with 2–3 sessions per week. Intensive options are also available.

4Do you prepare students for TOEFL as well?

Yes. We offer guidance on TOEFL iBT exam strategies as part of our English for Study Abroad programme.

5Can I join if my English level is low?

Yes. We first recommend our General English course to build your foundation, then progress to IELTS preparation. We conduct a free placement test.

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