Testimony from past participants

I was really happy with this course because the system of teaching was excellent and very clear I also learnt much about how to communicate with respect in Australian culture, which is very important for me as I work with Australians and other foreigners in Timor-Leste. Some of the topics taught by the teachers also have a direct link to my professional life (I work as a researcher), for example how to undertake timelines and write CVs. To this day I still feel like I am benefiting from my time with REW.

Carmenesa Moniz Noronha

I am now able to produce written material of a proper standard and have developed new strategies to continue to improve my English language skill which has extended my skills in interviewing international staff, analysis and report writing, all essential skills for my current position as Acting CEO of the Fundasaun Alola. The opportunity that I got from REW – RMIT has enabled me to extend my spoken English skills and improve my written English skills. Particularly in Pre-Intermediate level, I learnt about English for academic purpose, which was focus in increasing my writing structure.

Teresa Verdial de Araujo (Alita)

On July 2008 I had an opportunity from RMIT to attended an English Course in RMIT University for 5 weeks. I was really excited about studying in RMIT because the Education system is well organized and all of the teachers are very kind and helpful. Writing and Speaking is the most interesting subject for me, because it is important for me to communicate with other people especially foreigner.

Nuni Maria Nobre

In February up to the beginning March 2007, I had an opportunity studied English at RMIT University for five weeks. My understanding of this course is most valuable for the new development country. Because through this opportunity young people could increase their knowledge and good experience which they’ve got from outside country for the bright future of East Timor when they are coming back. Even though, just for short term English study I hope there is still have much opportunity to others Timorese people to take part of it.

Joana Belo da Costa

I would like to say thank you very much for the opportunity that you gave me in 2007, to do an English course at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia. I am very happy because now I can use that language to speak with people in other countries. So it was very-very helpful.

Martinha da Afonso