New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 5)
GAIN ADVANCED ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS IN READING, WRITING, SPEAKING AND LISTENING.
This will enable you to deal effectively and confidently with most situations in an English-speaking country. These English skills will also provide a basis for you to be able to progress into mainstream academic programmes from the National Qualifications Framework (Level 6 and above).
Campus Information
Auckland
Level 1, 350 Queen Street, Auckland
Intakes
- July
- Oct
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining capable staff who are passionate, creative, future-focused and dedicated to meeting the needs of our learners and partners.
Providing an environment where individuals can develop their lives and careers is at the heart of what we do, and this is as true for our staff as our students. We foster the leadership and communication skills that can make great ideas happen. We welcome and include everyone regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, religious or ethical beliefs or political opinions.
We offer great staff benefits and services:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Worship/prayer room
- Subsidised health insurance
- Free sessions with Raise (EAP)
- Standing desks and ergonomic furniture
- Annual professional development financial support
- Membership of one professional organisation
- Bicultural competency certificate
- Long service leave
- Celebration of birthdays and anniversaries
- Monthly social staff events
- Quarterly team-building activities
- Christmas party
PSW Opportunity
- During study, all students on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full time during vacations.
- After completing Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Qualification, a student will get a three years open post-study work visa.
- After completing Level 8 Post Graduate courses of 1 year, students get 1 year PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
If you are under 20, you must have:
NCEA Level 3
14 credits at Level 3 in each of three NZQA approved university entrance subjects, and
10 Literacy credits at Level 2 or above, made up of:
5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing, and
10 Numeracy credits at Level 1 or above, made up of:
NCEA Level 2
Equivalent entry requirements for certificates and diplomas
At least 55% average across 4 academic subjects in CBSE, HSC or ISC with at least 60% in English, or equivalent in other boards
NCEA Level 3
Equivalent entry requirements for bachelors' degrees and selected diplomas
At least a 70% average over 4 academic subjects in CBSE, HSC, or ISC with at least 60% in English, or equivalent in other boards.
New Zealand University Entrance OR
Overall Academic IELTS 6.0 with no individual band score lower than 5.5 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years)
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 04 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
8000 NZD
Average Cost of Living: 20000 NZD /year
Application Fee: N/A