New Zealand Certificate in English Language (LEVEL 1-5 ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDIES)
Ideal for people learning English as a second language, this course will give students the key skills they need to communicate on an everyday basis and with with a course structure that supports and encourages success.
IPU New Zealand’s Level 1-5 English Language Studies programmes will help you develop your English language competence. You will participate in learner-centred communicative classrooms where each class will focus on one of the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Your lecturers will encourage you to produce the language in natural settings and are experienced in developing students to be successful at higher levels of study in New Zealand tertiary environments. Your programme will lead to the New Zealand Certificate in English Language at the level appropriate to your language ability.
Intakes
- Feb
- April
- 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
EDUCATIONAL OUTCOME
Graduates will have the communication and technical competence to apply for any industry and/or academic programs at Level 6 or 7 or to cross-credit into the BCIS.
PROFESSIONAL OUTCOME
Graduates will be able to work in senior roles within the tourism and travel sector:
- Tourism operations advisors
- Tour managers
- Business/trade development advisors
PSW Opportunity
Level 7 (Bachelor’s degree)
- Duration: Equal to length of study (typically up to 3 years)
- Requirement: minimum 30 weeks full time study in NZ
Level 7 (Graduate Diploma)
Eligible for PSWV
Conditions:
- Must also hold a Bachelor’s degree (NZ or overseas)
- Duration: Up to length of study (typically 1 year)
Level 8 (Postgraduate Diploma)
- Duration: Equal to length of study, OR
- Up to 3 years in some cases (if part of higher qualification pathway)
Level 9 and 10 (Master’s degree and Doctoral degree)
- Duration: 3 years
- Condition: Must study at least 30 weeks in New Zealand
- Most eligible international students can work up to 25 hours per week during study and full-time during scheduled breaks, only if their student visa includes work rights.
- Foundation, pathway and short courses have different rules.
- Not allowed for part time students.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
All international applicants must be able to demonstrate:
Completion of high school curriculum (or proof of academic equivalence with high school graduates);
Appropriate English level, evidenced by an internationally-recognised English test (within two years of application for admission) OR having studied for five years in an English-medium secondary school.
In addition, applicants must meet the specific requirements of their chosen course as outlined below:
To be granted entry to the Graduate Diploma of Contemporary International Studies (GDCIS) or Postgradute Diploma of Contemporary International Studies (PDCIS)
A Bachelors degree or equivalent from a recognised institution with an average of at least 50%.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from high school in your home country
The English proficiency requirements for entry into each level are:
Level 5 = IELTS 6.0 or equivalent with no band score lower than 5.5
Level 4 = IELTS 5.5 or equivalent with no band score lower than 5.0
Level 3 = IELTS 4.5 or equivalent with no band score lower than 4.0
Level 2 = IELTS 3.5 or equivalent with no band score lower than 3.0
Level 1 = IELTS 2.5 or equivalent with no band score lower than 2.0
Students who do not have a recognised English test score will sit a placement test upon arrival and be placed in a level accordingly.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
8360 NZD
Average Cost of Living: 20000 NZD /year
Application Fee: N/A