Useful information and resources to improve your English language skills.
Learning Resources
- Textbook and workbooks in the Library: browse the list [2]
- Online learning systems
Clarity English [3]
Clarity English is an interactive learning program for English language skills and IELTS preparation that covers reading, grammar, pronunciation and Business English.
The software gives IELTS candidates the best possible introduction to the exam and the types of activities they will be facing. With over 120 hours of interactive learning materials, the resource provides preparation and practice for the reading, writing, listening and speaking modules of the IELTS exam.
English at AMES [4]
AMES offers three online courses – Spoken & Written English; Work Communications; English for Health Professionals: Nurses to help students improve their English language skills through topics relating to their study and work goals, such as education and employment in Australia.
Note: Individual registrations are required and expire in 6 months
Mango Languages [5]
Mango is an online language learning system that includes English courses designed for international students. It includes English for Chinese speakers, Japanese speakers, Vietnamese speakers and more. You can also download the iPhone App for a mobile version.
Recommended web sites
- Australian Network - Learning English [6]
It offers IELTS preparation, Australian life & culture and business communication. - BBC Learning English [7]
There are some very interesting and practical English learning programs, such as, 6 minutes English, English at work, etc. - English Club - Learning English [8]
Learning English via games, quizzes and videos
Preparing for IELTS (International English Testing System)
- Books and practice tests in the Library: browse the list [9]
Clarity English - Road to IELTS [3]
The software gives IELTS candidates the best possible introduction to the exam and the types of activities they will be facing. With over 120 hours of interactive learning materials, the resource provides preparation and practice for the reading, writing, listening and speaking modules of the IELTS exam.
Study English – IELTS Preparation [10]
This free online learning course contains a series of TV programs that develop skills and strategies for intermediate to advanced learners of English - especially those preparing to take the IELTS test. Each program explores a different aspect of the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills needed for the IELTS test.
UTS IELTS Centre [11]
The main Sydney test centre is located right here at UTS! Their website offers information on test application, dates, locations and preparation resources.
Other Services and Programs
UTS HELPS [12]
UTS: HELPS provides English language and academic literacy support to undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students at UTS.
Read & Write Gold
Read & Write Gold is a floating toolbar with great tools to help you improve your reading, writing and research skills. It can:
- reads text out loud in natural voices from documents (MS Office, web browsers, text and PDF)
- identifies spelling errors using speech enabled dictionaries
- guides correct English pronunciation and grammar
- lists possible words with Text Prediction
Note: This software is only available on public computers on campus.
Grammarly@EDU [13]
Grammarly@EDU is an automated grammar tutor and revision tool for academic writing. It works one-on-one with a student to develop sentence-level writing skills, prevent plagiarism, and reinforce proper revision habits. Upload drafts of your writing assignments to Grammarly@EDU to receive immediate instructional feedback on over 100 points of grammar.
Study Skills [14]
The study skills pages at UTS Library have many modules to assist you, including Avoiding Plagiarism [15], Doing Assignments [16], Groupwork [17] and Reading, Writing and Speaking. [18]
