What is the UFO English program at Langports?

UFO English is a general English course that uses a personalised, skill-based model focusing on grammar, macro-skills, and elective classes. Every student receives a personalised timetable of classes covering classes of all skills.

Why is it called “UFO” English?

The name stands for Use, Focus, and Options—the three daily course components that make the learning experience personalised and comprehensive.

What levels does the UFO English course cover?

Levels range from 1 to 6, covering beginner to advanced learners. Most students are elementary to advanced level. If you are beginner, contact us for more information about start dates.

How is UFO English different from other General English courses?

Students are placed at different levels for each macro-skill. This flexibility allows for more accurate learning and faster progress. Students are also tested and guided by their teachers weekly to ensure when they are ready to go to the next level, that they change classes.

How long do I need to study in the UFO English program to see progress?

Students improve at their own pace, but eEach level typically takes 10-12 weeks. Students will progress quickly if they complete extra study, use English in daily life and participate actively in class. , but many students improve faster depending on motivation and study consistency.

Is the UFO English course available at both Langports campuses?

Yes, the program is offered in both Brisbane and Gold Coast, starting every Monday.

UFO English | General English Courses in Brisbane & Gold Coast

Course Level 1

CRICOS Code: 103310G

With Langports’ UFO English course, you will learn English at your own pace. UFO stands for USE, FOCUS, and OPTIONS. These are the three components of the daily timetable. You will study USE every day in the morning, the FOCUS macro-skill changes daily, and you will then have an OPTIONS class in the afternoon.

Looking for a flexible and personalised way to study English in Australia? Langports’ UFO English program offers a unique approach tailored to your learning needs, designed to help you progress at your own pace with expert support and targeted instruction.

Available at both our Brisbane and Gold Coast campuses, UFO English is a dynamic program ideal for students at all levels who want to build strong language foundations in a supportive, international environment.

UFO English Methodology

UFO stands for USE, FOCUS, and OPTIONS: the three essential components of your daily timetable.

USE of English: Grammar and functional language in context
FOCUS: A different macro-skill each day (reading, writing, listening, speaking)
OPTIONS: Choose from elective classes that suit your goals and interests

Each student’s timetable is customised based on initial placement tests. This means you may have a different class and teacher for each skill, ensuring your learning remains targeted and efficient.

Why is it called “UFO”?

Because it gives you control over your learning journey: USE, FOCUS, and OPTIONS combine to create a balanced and adaptive study experience.

Course Levels & Duration

Course Level: 1 to 6 (beginner to advanced)
Class Size: Average 14 students, maximum 18
Course Length: 1 to 70 weeks (depending on goals)
Schedule: 20 hours per week (face-to-face) + activities
Start Dates: Every Monday
Campuses: Available in Brisbane and Gold Coast

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Key Benefits

Langports’ UFO English program is designed for flexibility, personalisation, and steady progress. Here’s why students love it:

Personalised placement in each skill area (grammar, reading, writing, speaking, listening)
Weekly testing interviews and progress checks with your teacher
Regular academic counselling and progress reports for long-term students
A choice of elective OPTIONS classes aligned with your interests
Ability to move through levels quickly based on performance
Available full-time or part-time (Part-time: Working Holiday or Tourist Visas only)

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Course Level 1-6

AVERAGE STUDENTS

(Per Class)

MAXIMUM STUDENTS

(Per Class)

COURSE LENGTH

(Weeks)

1 to 70

HOURS

(Per Week)

20 hrs FACE TO FACE

+ ACTIVITIES

STARTING

ANY MONDAY

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Learning at your own pace

Your timetable is as unique as your skill set. For example, in one week you might study:

Level 3: USE of English

Level 4: Writing

Level 4: Reading

Level 3: Listening

Level 3: Speaking

As your abilities develop, you’ll shift to higher levels across these areas, ensuring continual, targeted improvement.

Balance of skills

Langports’ UFO English course allows for an even balance of skills. Each week, you will experience integrated input & output skills, direct vocabulary study, grammar learning and exercises, language learning strategies as well as an even balance of the four macro-skills (writing, reading, listening & speaking). Over the week, you will receive an even balance of skill development, which will help you to improve your proficiency and ultimately achieve your desired goal.

Motivation & Feedback

In Langports’ UFO English program, you are always in the correct class for your English level. This means that your classmates will have the same level as you and you can work together to improve your English. Your class shouldn’t be too easy or too difficult, so you will always be learning! This will help you to feel confident and improve your skills. Your teacher will also be working with you constantly and give you weekly feedback on your English.

Options to specialise

As part of the UFO English full-time program, you will have the opportunity to choose from one of the afternoon option classes, which gives students a choice of what they study, depending on their level. Students studying full-time can choose an options class from a variety of subjects, enabling them to achieve their learning objectives.

The choices are dependent on your English level and availability, but you can choose from:

Jump Start English (L1-2)

Conversation (L2-3, L4-5)

Vocabulary (L2-3, L4-5)

Grammar (L2-3, L4-5)

Pronunciation (L2-3, L4-5)

Workplace English (L2-3)

Business English (L4-6)

Aussie English (L2-3, L4-6)

TOEIC Exam Skills (L3-5)

Cambridge Skills (L5-6)

Academic English (L5-6)

UFO English Methodology

Why is it called “UFO”?

Course Levels & Duration

Key Benefits

Learning at your own pace

Balance of skills

Motivation & Feedback

Options to specialise

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Available Campuses

Brisbane

Gold Coast

START DATES

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