Course Overview
Extend your English language skills and get ready to study the course of your choice.
This course is for learners who wish to pursue further academic study in an English language medium. This course is free for New Zealand citizens and permanent residents.
You'll learn the language skills required to communicate independently and effectively in familiar and less-familiar academic situations with fluency and flexibility. Level 4 (Academic) graduates usually meet the English requirements to enrol in our diploma and degree courses at levels 6 and 7.
This course is at a level comparable to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) mid B2.
We offer beginner to advanced English courses. We'll assess your English when you enrol to decide the best level for you to study at.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
- New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4)
| Locations | Rotorua, Tauranga |
|---|---|
| Next intake | Feb 2020 View more details |
| Study options |
19 weeks full-time, including holidays (if applicable) |
| Total credits | 60 |
| StudyLink assistance | Available |
| Indicative Fees | No tuition fees for domestic students View full fees information |
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Career opportunities
This course is intended for students of English as an additional language, who wish to enrol in an NZQA-approved course in Aotearoa New Zealand, rather than a direct pathway to employment.
Graduates of this course will have the English language skills to work in employment that involves:
- interpersonal communication,
- understanding of context-specific texts of a more academic nature,
- writing records and reports, and
- interaction in a team.
Topics you'll cover
The course will focus on:
- reading
- writing
- speaking
- listening
- critical thinking
- problem solving
Topics in this course:
- Communication 4 (Academic)
- Connection 4 (Academic)
- Community 4 (Academic)
- Concepts 4 (Academic)
Course Fees
| Indicative Fees * | No tuition fees for domestic students |
|---|
Enrol for 2020 by 31 December and pay 2019 course rates! Conditions apply *
* Important fee information, and hints and tips
Help with fees
Are you Eligible for Free Fees?
There are two ways you can take advantage of free fees. One is through Toi Ohomai’s range of free courses. These are separate to the government’s ‘fees free’ initiative so you don’t need to check your eligibility in relation to fees – simply apply in the normal way and we’ll take it from there.
The other is through the government’s ‘fees free’ initiative: If you’re starting tertiary study for the first time you might be eligible for a year’s worth of free fees. Find out more in our FAQ about the government’s fees free initiative.
Student Loans and Allowances
This course meets the requirements for student allowance and student loan applications through StudyLink.
- A student loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees), study materials e.g. books, equipment, and living costs. You'll have to pay this money back.
- A student allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you’re studying. You don't have to pay the money back.
Find out more and apply at studylink.govt.nz
Scholarships
Scholarships are one way you might be able to get some financial help. Any scholarships specifically related to this course are shown below, otherwise check out the full list of scholarships promoted by Toi Ohomai.
Course Entry Information
Entry criteria
- New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3), OR
- English Language Proficiency placement test
Standard Entry Criteria
Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.
English language requirements
Your English will be assessed on entry.
Guideline for entry:
- Academic (Level 4) entry: CEFR low B2 or IELTS 5.5
Course Locations and Intake Information
Important note: The 25 November 2019 intake will run for 12 weeks.
| Location | Campus | Start Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 25 Nov 2019 | |
| Rotorua | Mokoia Campus | 17 Feb 2020 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 17 Feb 2020 | |
| Rotorua | Mokoia Campus | 13 Jul 2020 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 13 Jul 2020 |
Study options
- 19 weeks full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
Important dates
Further Study Options
Courses Offered at Toi Ohomai
Courses Currently Under Development at Toi Ohomai, or Offered at Other Institutions
- diploma and degree courses at Level 6 and 7
