For 23 years our Indonesian Language Centre has been the learning venue for students from all walks of life, ranging from high school and university students to executives, and from medical professionals to ambassadors.

While we are dedicated to providing the highest standards of professionalism and excellence in teaching, the atmosphere on our campus is friendly and relaxed, which we believe is the most conducive approach to learning. Each student at Realia is given personal care and attention and is encouraged to achieve their fullest potential and to enjoy the learning process.

Our courses for academic and professional purposes meet the standards of Monash University Australia, Asia Pacific Education Centre, University of Tasmania, The Australian Defence School of Languages, RAAF (Royal Australian Air Force) Base Williams, and The British Diplomatic Language Training Service.

We are very proud and honored to have been the language school of choice for newly appointed ambassadors from the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. Other countries that have sent their ambassadors to Realia for Indonesian language training are: United States, Denmark, Canada, and Belgium.

TEACHING AND TEACHERS

The teaching methodology we use is skills-based, meaning the 4 macro-skills – speaking, listening, reading, and writing – are incorporated into each lesson rather than taught separately. Grammar, sentence structure and vocabulary development are taught across all the skills.

In teaching, we use a communicative approach. Learners speak whatever level of Indonesian they are able to with the teachers, bringing “real-life” communications into the classroom both constantly and actively. This method encourages students to express themselves in the manner that best meets their own communication needs.

All courses are run by highly trained and experienced, friendly teachers who understand the importance of learning through the method of engagement. We know, having studied second languages ourselves, how vital it is for students to be interested in the topic source to learn quickly and effectively. At Realia, students are motivated through the use of various media to ensure that the needs of each individual are addressed.

For all levels of the Intensive Course – Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced – each student is taught by 5 or 6 teachers on an alternating basis. Although the teaching method is the same for all teachers, the objective is to familiarize the students with different accents, personalities and ways of expression. While most teachers are from Java and may give the students Javanese perspective, there are several from the other major and outer islands with different viewpoints.

CLIENTS

Our clients include:

• Ambassadors and diplomats from the embassies of the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Norway and Singapore.
• International organization professional staff members from World Bank, Helen Keller International, UNICEF, UNESCO, ILO (International Labour Organization), WHO (World Health Organization), UNDP (United Development Program), CIFOR (Centre for International Forestry Research), CARE International, PLAN International, JHPIEGO at John Hopkins University, NDI (National Democratic Institute), MSF (Medecins Sans Frontieres) JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency), VSO (Voluntary Service Overseas), and CUSO (Canadian University Students Overseas).
• Students from universities such as: Monash University (Melbourne, Australia), University of Melbourne, University of Tasmania, Humbolt University, Berlin University, McGill University, and SOAS (The School of Oriental and African Studies).
• Executives and consultants from companies like P.T. CLAMA, P.T. Frisian Flag, P.T. Hero, P.T. Freeport, P.T. NUTRICIA, P.T. Coca Cola, P.T. OSRAM, P.T. PACRIM, BAE System, British Petroleum, The Hong Kong Bank, and The Jardine Flemming.
• Journalists from BBC, New York Times, Financial Times, the Australian, and the Australian Financial Review.
• Many of our students are individuals who study Indonesian to travel in Indonesia, for the sake of learning new languages or for their own pleasure.

COURSES

Realia offers a comprehensive range of courses to suit all language needs and levels. Our courses range from beginner to advance and are either general purpose or custom tailored to specific needs. All levels of our Intensive Courses include field trips to support the learning process. Learners accompanied by a teacher may visit their choice of historic sites, traditional markets, villages, home industries or other relevant places of interest, giving them the opportunity to practice their language skills. All courses are based on individual instruction or small classes of maximum 4 students. For small classes, tuition sharing must be arranged by the participants.

INTENSIVE COURSES

Intensive courses cover all levels of skill from Beginner to Advanced. The classes run 30 hours per week from Monday to Friday, 6 hours per day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Beginner Course

The Beginner Course is designed to introduce key sentence structure, vocabulary, phrases, and expressions of the Indonesian language. The objective is to bring a pure or near beginner learner to be able to:

• Comprehend predictable face-to-face conversations about basic needs both at home and in the work place
• Speak functionally in daily situations: asking & answering questions, asking permission, giving instructions, giving suggestions
• Write simple texts: memos, personal letters, instructions
• Read short texts with simple vocabularies about familiar subjects

Intermediate Course

The Intermediate Course is designed to develop the student’s ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations. The objective is to bring a learner who has mastered all the basic skills (based on an in-house evaluation) to a level to be able to:

• Participate effectively in most routine conversations on practical, social, and professional topics
• Read a variety of original material on familiar subjects
• Write effectively on topics pertinent to social and professional needs

Advanced Course

The Advanced Course is designed to improve the student’s communication skills to the level of the well-educated native speaker. The objective is to bring the learner to be able to:

• Speak with idiomatic accuracy and cultural awareness in both formal and informal situations
• Read a wider range of texts addressed to the general reader
• Write a wide variety of written styles pertinent to professional/educational needs

Notes

• The length of the course is for the participant to decide, depending on time limitations and the level of achievement desire
• In all courses – Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced – academic studies are combined with social and cultural activities to give students an opportunity to practice their Indonesian in real-life situations
• For the Intermediate and Advanced Courses, the contents and the syllabus of each course can be tailored to the learner’s requirements following needs and skills analyses, subject to the approval of the learner

NON-INTENSIVE COURSES

The content of the Non-intensive Courses is the same as Intensive Courses and covers all levels of skill from beginner to advance. The participant decides the duration and intensity of the course and place (upon request we are able to arrange courses to take place at the student’s premises)

ACCOMMODATIONS

Realia will gladly assist in locating accommodations for students. Accommodation choices include living with an Indonesian family (homestay), or in a hotel.

Homestays

In addition to having easy access to our campus, being immersed in the traditional hospitality and friendly atmosphere of an Indonesian family is an  ideal way for students to practice their language skills in real-life situations away from class and to experience the Indonesian way of life. Homestays are private rooms for one or a maximum of 3 guests in the homes of Indonesian families who are accustomed to accommodating students. A private, non-air-conditioned room with cold shower, a light breakfast, and laundry (up to 3 pieces per day) is complimentary for learners taking Intensive Courses (all levels) of 6 hours/day. For homestays with the same service but with air-conditioned rooms and hot showers, Realia charges Rp.50.000 per night. We have a network of 4 homestays which are located within walking distance of our campus (maximum 10 minutes walk).

Hotels

We are happy to make hotel reservations for students not wishing to stay with a family. Our travel agent, Angsa Indonesia Tours & Travel, has special arrangements with the following hotels: Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta, Melia Purosani, Jogjakarta Plaza, Novotel Yogyakarta, Grand Mercure Yogyakarta, and Santika Yogyakarta, with a possible 20% discount from the published rates, depending on seasonal availability and rates. We provide daily transportation to and from Realia for the following hotels: Jogjakarta Plaza, Novotel Yogyakarta, Grand Mercure Yogyakarta, Santika Yogyakarta and any budget accommodation located in Jalan Sosrowijayan (near Jalan Malioboro). Melia Purosani & Hyatt Hotel is not included on our shuttle bus route, however, Hyatt provides complimentary transport if reservations are made via Realia.

 In our English Language Center our mission is not just teaching English, it is to provide study that is tailor-made for each student. 

In cities, most Indonesians began learning English when they are very young. In general, they have a very good understanding of language structure, phrasing, and vocabulary, yet when it comes to communicating, they encounter great difficulty.

Years of experience in providing high quality Indonesian language training for foreigners helped us to understand the problem of learning English for Indonesians. Our lessons focus on improving communication skills by activating learner’s existing knowledge in order to build confidence. We personalize each course by first determining student’s current English knowledge and then designing a study program to conform to individual learning styles and goals.

TEACHING & TEACHERS

Realia’s teachers are professionals with open minds and willingness to adapt and adjust to teach either adult, teenagers or children participants from different backgrounds, educations or professions. Our teachers give individual attention to their students and are sensitive to their interests, needs, and personal characteristics and they design study materials and approach appropriate to each learner. 

All Realia teachers have attended either English teachers’ training institutes or English literature faculties at reputable universities. They receive additional training at Realia on lesson planning and teaching for individual skill levels and requirements.

In the classroom, learning materials and teaching methods can be altered or extended to suit the student’s progress. As required by the student, activities can also be adapted to focus on a particular skill or to stress a certain subject. Both receptive and productive skills are encouraged, ensuring students practice reading and listening to improve receptive skills and speaking and writing to improve productive skills. The selection of topics follows individual interests, expertise, needs, and requests.

CLIENTS

Our clients include students from universities such as Gajah Mada, Jogjakarta, and Janabadra who join Realia either as individuals or in groups to improve their English for better job opportunities   to prepare for Masters or PhDs scholarship programs.  

Others who have studied English at Realia include:     

• Students from Balikpapan, Kalimantan. They are officially sponsored by their local government
• Waiters, waitresses and bartenders from hotels such as Hyatt Regency Jogjakarta and Grand Mercure Jogjakarta
• Field officers from national and international non-governmental organizations such as Oxfam, Caritas Internasionalis, IRD (International Relief and Development), Tanggul Bencana, and Rifka Anissa
• Advertising profesionals
• Embassy staff members
• Applicants for jobs on cruise ships
• People interested in being better English speakers

COURSES

Our courses are either general or custom-tailored and cover a broad scope to suit all language needs and levels. All courses are based on individual instruction or small classes of maximum 6 students. For small classes, tuition sharing must be arranged by the participants.

Active English Course

The Active English Course helps learners improve their current English abilities in all four key language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. We help learners activate their existing knowledge and build their confidence in order to communicate effectively. Students are free to decide on the lesson focus and the topics that suit them best. The Active English Course is taught at ten levels of proficiency, from Beginner to Advanced. Students take a placement test on arrival to determine the level of study. All courses include lessons in using the Internet and other computer assisted learning materials.

Beginner Course

The Beginner Course introduces basic knowledge of English. The objective is to bring a pure or near beginner learner to be able to:

• Understand and use familiar expressions and exchange information in simple terms
• Write simple texts such as memos or instructions
• Read short texts with simple vocabularies about familiar subjects

 Intermediate Course

 The Intermediate Course develops the participant’s ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations. The objective is to bring a learner who has mastered all the basic skills (based on an in-house evaluation) to a level to be able to:

• Participate effectively in most routine conversation on practical and social topics
• Read a variety of original material on familiar subjects
• Write effectively on topics pertinent to social and professional needs

 Active English for Advanced Students

The Active English for Advanced Students Course improves the participant’s communication skills to the level of the well-educated native speaker. The objective is to bring the learner to be able to:

• Speak with idiomatic accuracy and cultural awareness in both formal and informal situations
• Read a wider range of texts addressed to the general reader
• Write a wide variety of written styles pertinent to professional or educational needs

COURSE LEVEL & ESTIMATED DURATION

INTENSIVE COURSES

Intensive Courses cover all levels of skill from beginner to advanced, and can be general purpose or targeted to a specific need. The classes run 30 hours per week from Monday to Friday, 6 hours per day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

NON-INTENSIVE COURSES

The content of the Non-intensive Courses is the same as Intensive Courses and covers all level of skill from Beginner to Advanced. The participant decides the duration and intensity of the course and also place (upon request we are able to arrange courses to take place at the participant’s premise)

OTHER PROGRAM

English for Specific Purpose

The English for Specific Purposes program is custom-tailored to specific needs for an individual or groups; such as companies, government agencies, or aid organizations; in a variety of specialties, for example: military, health, agriculture, or tourism. The contents and the syllabus of each course are adapted to the learner’s requirements following needs and skills analyses, subject to the approval of the learner. There are no set course levels. Each course is personalized to the student’s exact knowledge level, learning style and goals.

Language Consultations

The Language Consultation program is designed to provide consultation on how to write specific documents, such as CVs, reports, speeches, and proposals that meet international standards.

Further detail on ENGLISH COURSE RATE & TUITION FEE is here

Our Translating & Interpreting Centre provides Indonesian-English and English-Indonesian translation services, both written and oral (direct and communicative). The minimum requirement for our translators and interpreters is a bachelor’s degree from a reputable university, but some have master’s degrees as well. Our translators and interpreters have various backgrounds, giving the Centre expertise in a wide variety of topics. They are punctual, dedicated and committed to correctness and accuracy.

Proofreading is one of the key elements to excellent translation results. Our proofreaders possess 10 years or more experience in teaching Indonesian to foreigners and are experienced in selecting and using words, idioms, phrases, and language styles appropriate to a wide range of target readers. Professional proofreading service is included in written document translation.

While translating is intense, focused work, interpreters must not only be masters of English and Indonesian, they must be able to simultaneously hear and digest information, compress it, and repeat it in the target language without losing meaningful aspects. In many situations, such as seminars, workshops, and business meetings, the speaker continues speaking without pausing for interpretation. Our experienced interpreters are professional and capable of providing accurate interpretation service, both direct and consecutive. Our main objective is to provide our clients the best translations and interpreting possible, as we believe that even a small mistake could bring about a large gap in the meaning. We believe that accurate translations promote better communications and minimize gaps caused by language barriers.

DOCUMENT TRANSLATION

All Documents to be translated begin with a Project Director who ever sees the project from beginning to end. The Project Director determines which translator(s) is most qualified for the project based on his or her background and experience related to the topic. Before beginning the translation process, the Project Director meets with the translator(s) to standardize technical terms, idioms, and phrases that will be used in the document. Based on the deadline specified by the client, the translator(s) will start the translation process immediately after the meeting. After the process is complete, the translator(s) forwards the document to the proof-reader.

This second fresh look from the proof-reader ensures that the sentences used in the translation are grammatically correct and the terminologies used are suitable for the target readers. Upon completion of this process, the proof-reader forwards the work to the Project Director. The Project Director performs the final check on all documents.

We deliver excellent quality translations in a wide range of formats on a variety of topics, such as:

Types of Documents
Books, brochures, newsletters, pamphlets, manuals, catalogues, guide books, maps, diagrams, websites, presentation media, promotional media, certificates, training materials, handouts, proposals and reports.

Expertise
Agriculture, bio-technology, history, cross-cultural issues, gender issues, politics, environmental issues, forestry, water management, geography, business, economy, engineering, community development, health, law, information technology, automotive, education, cultures, hobbies, handicrafts, sports and lifestyle.

CLIENTS

Below are our recent clients:
FAO Banda Aceh
CARE Jakarta (Indonesia)
CARE Makassar (Indonesia)
CRS (Catholic Relief Services), Medan (Indonesia)
Etno Reflika Yogyakarta
Europian Union, Indonesia Office
LEI (Lembaga Ekolabeling Indonesian)
Save The Children, Yogyakarta
The Organizer Forum, USA
United States Marine Corps
VSO (Volunteers Service Overseas) Indonesia
World Vision Aceh

INTERPRETING

When interpreting, in many situations such as seminars, workshops, and business meetings the speaker continues speaking without pausing for interpretation.

Our experienced interpreters are capable of simultaneously hearing and digesting information, compressing it, and repeating it in the target language without losing meaningful aspects.

We have handled direct and consecutive interpretation services for various events, such as: Seminars, workshops, meetings, visitations, contract signings, and business negotiations. Our interpreters are experienced in handling assignments both in Indonesia and abroad.

OUR CLIENTS

Further detail on TRANSLATION RATE is here

We know that what you need is a training program that is flexible and adapts to your priority business, travel and family commitments. Our course is flexible in the sense that you can decide the programme, the size, the time, the intensity, and the location.

• We offer a comprehensive range of courses to suit all language needs and levels. Our courses range from beginner to advance and all programs are customized to the individual client based on the needs analysis. Details of the course content are decided upon after we have talked to you about what you need to learn.
• The course is both individual instruction and small groups of with a maximum of 4 students. (Note:  tuition sharing must be arranged by the participants)
• The time can be in the early morning, during the day, or in the evening, anytime between 7.30 am to 08.00 pm, from Monday to Saturday.
• The lesson can be Intensive (4-6 hours per day, with a total of 20 – 30 hours per week), Semi Intensive (2 – 3 hours per day, with a total of 10 – 15 hours per week) or Non-Intensive (1, 5 – 6 hours per week with minimum of 90 minutes per session).
• The location is either at your home or at the office, to suit your own specific situation (Note: In Jakarta we do not have a campus; we deliver the lessons to your premises)

Our commitment is to make every attempt to work with you to create an optimal situation and schedule. We understand that occasionally you may have to cancel at short notice, or re-arrange a training session due to other commitments – in this case you will not be charged, providing we have 24 hours’ notice or it is within the time frame agreed by both student and teacher.

Please let us know when you would like to start, where you would like to have the lesson, the number of hours per sessions and the frequency per week. Indicate also the level of tuition and the background in which you are going to communicate in Bahasa Indonesian.

For further information please contact Dyah at Realia.jakarta@gmail.com or to my cell phone 0811293193.

We look forward to help you learn Bahasa Indonesian.

Realia Jakarta