GE General English Class(GE1,GE2,GE3)
Our General English classes are designed for students who want to improve their English skills. The classes focus on fun and sociable English learning experiences as well as exciting outdoor activities. Our Academic English class is designed to prepare students for academic study at tertiary level. It also encourages the development of independent learning, where students will gain skills in academic research and work with complex English content.
At NZIoS we offer 3 levels of General English class (GE), where students are allocated to a suitable level according to their placement test result. The levels we offer are as described below:
GE1 =General English level 1 is equivalent to Elementary English level, which focuses on an introduction to reading and writing with intensive listening and speaking including pronunciation and conversational skills.GE2 =General English level 2 is equivalent to Pre-intermediate English level. This level focuses on strengthening students’ vocabulary skills and grammar.
GE3 =General English level 3 is equivalent to Intermediate English level, which aims at consolidating and practising all major language skills.
Intakes
- Jan
- Feb
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Application Processing Time in Days: 25
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 |
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
Entry is open upon entry students will be assessed to ensure appropriate placement onto the course.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Short Courses and Summer Schools
- Duration: 03 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
3960 NZD
Annual Cost of Living: 20000 NZD
Application Fee: N/A