Language Links - Education & Training College

Name

Language Links - Education & Training College

Legal name

Language Links International P/L

Website

https://languagelinks.wa.edu.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

English Language Education (ELICOS)

NAICS

Language Schools (61163), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Online-to-Offline Hybrid Language Immersion Programs (EDAIAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

English Test Preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo English Test, etc.) (EDAAACAJ), English Proficiency & International Admissions Exams (TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo) Prep (EDANABAC), Pre-Sessional & Academic English for Pathway Entry (EDAIAJAE), Academic Language Support (ESL/EFL for School & University) (EDANACAB)

Keywords

• English language training
• ELICOS courses
• IELTS preparation
• Cambridge exam preparation
• Academic pathway programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Perth

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. English Language Tuition Fees: Full-time English language courses (General English, EIAP, Cambridge) charged weekly at $380 per week for tuition, with material fees of $10 per week. Minimum enrolment periods apply. Revenue is recurring as students enrol for multiple weeks.
2. Enrolment and Material Fees: One-time enrolment fee of $240 per student plus material fees ranging from $70-$360 depending on course duration. Cambridge preparation courses have material fees of $150.
3. Examination and Testing Fees: Revenue from external exam fees including Cambridge exam ($440 AUD including registration and postage), IELTS mock tests ($150), and LanguageCert exams ($399).
4. Private Tuition: Hourly rate private tuition at $150 per hour, tailored to individual needs and study timetables. Also includes corporate training packages customized for employer needs.
5. Accommodation Services: Revenue from accommodation placement services including homestay arrangement fees and airport transfer services ($154 for single student).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Language Links International is a CRICOS-accredited English language college (CRICOS Provider Code 02139J) in Perth delivering English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS). Its core offerings are General English (Beginner to Advanced), English for IELTS and Academic Purposes (EIAP), and Cambridge English Exam Preparation (B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency), supplemented by Dynamic English (part-time), Study Tours, Corporate Training, Private Tuition, Study and Work Packages, and on-campus LanguageCert testing. It also serves as an academic pathway to vocational courses delivered by Academies Australasia Institute and bachelor's/master's degrees delivered by Academies Australasia Polytechnic on the same campus.

Product overview

Language Links International is an accredited English language school (CRICOS 02139J) offering a unified platform of English Language Intensive Courses (ELICOS). The core product portfolio centers on General English, IELTS/Academic English (EIAP), and Cambridge English Exam Preparation courses, supplemented by flexible short courses including Dynamic English, Study Tours, Corporate Training, and Private Tuition. The institution operates as part of the Academies Australasia Group, extending its offering through partnerships with Academies Australasia Polytechnic (higher education) and Academies Australasia Institute (vocational training), enabling academic pathway programs from English language study through to university degrees and vocational qualifications. Additional services include LanguageCert testing, accommodation placement, and airport transfers. All courses are delivered at their Perth campus with flexible study options including day, evening, and part-time schedules.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General English Comprehensive full-time English language course covering all proficiency levels from Beginner to Advanced for international students who need English for everyday communication, travel, or as a foundation for further study. Delivered on-campus in Perth with weekly intakes and flexible day or evening schedules.
• English for IELTS and Academic Purposes (EIAP) Academic-based English course with a focus on IELTS exam preparation for international students seeking entry into Australian tertiary or vocational institutions or preparing for permanent residence applications. Combines English skills development with IELTS test techniques.
• Cambridge English Exam Preparation Preparation courses for Cambridge English examinations at B2 First, C1 Advanced, and C2 Proficiency levels for students needing internationally recognised certification for employment, VET, or higher education progression. Delivered in 12-week blocks with individual feedback from qualified teachers.
• Dynamic English (Part-time) Flexible part-time English course for working holiday, tourist, and dependant visa holders who want to study English without a full-time commitment. Available online or in-person with 10 hours per week and rolling start dates.
• Study Tours Customised short English and activity programmes of 1 to 4 weeks for visiting tour groups in Western Australia, with options for part-time morning tuition plus activities or intensive full-time 2-week tuition plus optional sightseeing.
• Corporate Training Tailored English language training for groups or individual employees of local Perth businesses, including banks and mining companies, with content customised to employer or employee needs and flexible scheduling.
• Private Tuition One-on-one English tutoring charged at $150 per hour, with sessions tailored to the individual learner's needs and study timetable.
• Study and Work Packages Programme preparing students for workforce entry by combining English language skills with interview skills, resume writing, cover letter development, and broader communication skills.
• LanguageCert Testing Official LanguageCert multilevel English test delivered at the Language Links test centre, covering Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking, and approved by the Australian Department of Home Affairs for visa purposes.
• Homestay Accommodation Services Homestay accommodation placement service arranged through the Australian Homestay Network, offering packages with internet, laundry, and utilities included to suit different budgets.
• Airport Transfer Service Chartered one-way transfer service from Perth Airport to the student's accommodation, with a single-student rate of $154 (including GST) and mandatory booking for underage students.
• Higher Education Courses (via Academies Australasia Polytechnic) Bachelor's and master's degrees delivered on the Language Links Perth campus by Academies Australasia Polytechnic (RTO 21282, CRICOS 02439G), including Information Technology and Tourism and Hospitality Management, offered as a pathway from ELICOS study.
• Vocational Training Courses (via Academies Australasia Institute) Nationally recognised vocational courses delivered on the Language Links Perth campus by Academies Australasia Institute (RTO 90806, CRICOS 02398A), including Leadership and Management, Project Management, Marketing and Communication, and Community Services, offered as a pathway from ELICOS study.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students can complete all levels from Beginner to Advanced in up to 96 weeks of General English enrolment
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Academies Australasia GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2014In August 2014, Language Links became part of the Academies Australasia Group, an education group with over 110 years of experience. This parent company relationship provides institutional backing and enables integrated pathway programs to vocational and higher education courses.
• Academies Australasia Institute (RTO 90806, CRICOS 02398A)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVocational training courses delivered on the Language Links campus by Academies Australasia Institute. Courses include Leadership and Management, Project Management, Marketing and Communication, and Community Services.
• Academies Australasia Polytechnic (RTO 21282, CRICOS 02439G)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHigher education bachelor's and master's degrees offered on the Language Links campus, including Master of Information Technology, Bachelor of Information Technology, and Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management.
• College of Sports and Fitness (CSF)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVocational training partner offering sports and fitness courses through Language Links campus in Perth.
• IDP EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLanguage Links has been recognised by IDP for its commitment to excellence in English language education and IELTS preparation. IDP is the co-owner of the IELTS test and a major global education services company.
• Australian Homestay NetworkcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHomestay accommodation partner offering a range of homestay packages to suit different needs and budgets. Package prices include internet access, laundry facilities and utilities. Available through the AHN website or directly via Language Links.
• International Student Alliance (ISA)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWelfare arrangement and guardianship services for underage students choosing Australian Homestay Network accommodation.
• Edith Cowan University (ECU) Student VillageminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAccess to ECU Village Mount Lawley Campus accommodation for Language Links students. The Village is close to Beaufort Street shops and restaurants, 10-15 minutes by bus from Language Links.
• Campus Perth Student Living AccommodationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecommended International Student Residence-style accommodation in Perth. Cost-effective and central accommodation option with placement fee of $270 (non-refundable) and security deposit of $200-$500.
• NIB AustraliacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOverseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) provider arranged through Language Links. NIB helps pay for doctors, specialists, hospital accommodation, prescribed medicines, and emergency ambulance transport for international students.
• LanguageCertcoreTechnology or IntegrationLanguage Links operates as an authorized LanguageCert test centre. LanguageCert Academic is a multilevel English test officially approved by the Department of Home Affairs for Australian visa purposes. Test fee: $399.
• Department of Home AffairscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegulatory body governing international student visas. Language Links CRICOS registration enables the college to enrol international students on student visas and provide English proficiency testing pathways for visa applications.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ILSC Education Group: Large Canada-founded English language school group with Australian campuses. Directly comparable as an ELICOS provider offering General English, IELTS, and Cambridge exam preparation to international students via education agent networks and direct channels.
• Lexis English: Australian multi-campus ELICOS provider with locations including Perth, Brisbane, Noosa, and Byron Bay. Directly comparable as a CRICOS-registered English language school serving international students with General English, IELTS, and Cambridge preparation; operates in the same Perth catchment as Language Links.
• English Language Company (ELC) Sydney: Australian private English language school offering General English, IELTS preparation, and Cambridge courses to international students. Directly comparable business model and target market, though primarily Sydney-based rather than Perth.
• Milner International College of English: Perth-based private English language college offering General English, IELTS preparation, and academic English programs to international students. Most direct geographic and product-line competitor to Language Links in the Perth ELICOS market.
• PICA (Perth International College of English): Perth-based CRICOS-registered English language college offering General English and IELTS preparation to international students. Direct geographic competitor in the Perth ELICOS market with comparable course catalogue and student segments.

Broad incumbents

• Embassy English (Study Group): Global ELICOS brand operated by Study Group, an international education provider. Comparable as a multi-campus English language college serving international students with similar curriculum and exam prep, but with significantly larger global scale than Language Links.
• Navitas English: One of Australia's largest ELICOS providers and a division of Navitas, a publicly listed global education services group. Comparable as a multi-campus English language college offering ELICOS, IELTS, and academic pathway programs, but with materially broader scale and corporate backing than Language Links.
• Kaplan International Languages (Australia): Global English-language school operator with Australian campuses (Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth). Comparable in product offering (General English, IELTS prep, Cambridge) and international student target market, but backed by the broader Kaplan Inc. portfolio of education services.

Others

• Academies Australasia Polytechnic: Higher education provider and corporate sibling of Language Links within the Academies Australasia Group, delivering bachelor's and master's degrees on the same Perth campus. Comparable as a pathway partner and shared-customer funnel rather than a direct competitor.
• IDP Education (IELTS division): Global co-owner of the IELTS test and a major education agent network. Comparable as a partner/recognition body for Language Links' IELTS preparation courses and as a referral channel via its agent footprint.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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