SGSCC International - About Us
Our Mission Statement
SGSCC International is committed to the provision of a range of quality English tuition. We are dedicated to responding to the learning and developmental needs of overseas students. SGSCC International is fully consistent with the mission and ethos of St George & Sutherland Community Colleges (SGSCC) in providing opportunities for international students to attend courses that enable them to make a positive contribution to life in Australia.
Our Commitment to Quality
SGSCC International is committed to excellent and consistent standards of service. We embrace Quality Assurance and support the process of continuous improvement.
Staff
SGSCC International staff are highly qualified and experienced and will make your time at the college an unforgettable experience.
• Academic Manager - Our Academic Manager has a wealth of experience in ELICOS. He is dedicated to making the ELICOS courses meet the requirements of the National English Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) and meeting the highest expectations of students.
• Teachers - We have experienced and dynamic teachers who are devoted to ensuring that students reach their maximum potential during their time at SGSCC international.
• Support Staff - Our support staff are always there to provide assistance to student when needed. Bilingual assistance is available in languages such as Chinese, Russian, Malay, Indonesian, Macedonian, Greek and Arabic.
Guidance will be provided on:
- Student life in Australia
- Academic progress
- Career pathway
- Personal issues if required
Why Choose SGSCC International?
SGSCC International is the International division of St George and Sutherland Community College and as such we are unique. We are an ELICOS centre within a very well known Community College, we will encourage you to be part of our community and enjoy the advantages that our Community knowledge and experience offers. Student have access to a huge range of community courses, such as business, leisure and workskills. Please check the community college website www.sgscc.edu.au for information.
• Our teachers are highly qualified and experienced.
• You will be encouraged to speak English at all times while at the College and also you will make friends from all backgrounds.
• We organise educational and cultural activities including excursions to popular destinations such as Opera House, Sydney Beaches, Botanical Gardens, Museums and other outdoor activities.
• We encourage students’ participation in local community events, such as Chinese New Year, New Year's Eve celebrations, Employment Expos.
• Convenient and economical location. You will find that the cost of living is significantly cheaper than studying in a central Sydney college, students choosing to live nearby will appreciate the lower prices.
• We are boutique in size therefore the attention is personalized.
• Small classrooms with no more than 18 students per class.
• Large computer room with free internet access for students.
Facilities
• The classrooms are well equipped with professional teaching facilities and ample comfortable desk space.
• Large computer room equipped with comfortable chairs, internet and a data projector for presentations.
• Fully equipped kitchen with a large fridge, microwave, hot water for coffee and tea, tables, chairs and benches.
• Female, Male and Disabled toilets available inside the college.
Location
SGSCC International is located in the southern suburbs of Sydney. It is situated in the central business and shopping district of Hurstville, on the Level 1 of 12 Butler Road, Hurstville. The college is close to Hurstville railway station where all trains stop regularly and provide quick services to the city of Sydney. Many public buses depart from close to the college at the bus and rail interchange. Some of these buses travel to the Sydney CBD, and other local buses provide transport around the suburbs close to Hurstville. The central location of the college means that some students will be able to live in the immediate area of the college and they will be able to walk to and from school. However, many students will be living in suburbs further away and will need to catch a bus or train.
Local Attractions:
• Cafes, markets and shops
• 10-minute bus ride to Brighton Le Sands Beach.
• Hurstville Library
• Hurstville Westfield Shopping Centre & Cinemaplex
• Various Religious centres nearby
Information about Sydney’s public transport is available at: www.131500.com.au
You can find information on trains and buses at: www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
Suburban rail timetables can be found at: www.cityrail.info/timetable
and for buses go to: www.sydneybuses.info
If you would like to find out how to get to the College from your home address or another destination point, go to: http://www.131500.info/realtime/default.asp
Contact Us
Administration Centre and Student Orientation
Postal Address
Level 1, 12 Butler Road, Hurstville, NSW 2220, Australia
Telephone : + 612 9580 7885 or + 612 9508 7996
Facsimile : + 612 9585 2475
Email : enquiries@sgscc.edu.au