Learn English language skills for the workplace or further study
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Duration and study methods
Full-time for 16 teaching weeks, part-time available.
The maximum time to complete this programme part-time is 2 years. -
Start dates
February, May, July, October
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Qualification
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3)Programme code: NZ1882 -
Credits
60 -
Locations
MIT Ōtara
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Domestic fees
$3,300 (approx.)
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International fees
NZD$5,700 (approx.)
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Free* study
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Programme highlights
Learn intermediate English language skills, whether you're a local or international student, and apply them to familiar topics.
Begin to develop the skills to understand the main points in conversations and keep a conversation going.
Read and understand a range of texts and write paragraphs, with reasonable accuracy.
This qualification allows Aotearoa New Zealand community, employers and educational institutions to recognise the level at which you can use English for general purposes.
You may be required to complete literacy and numeracy assessments as part of this programme.
Entry requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry criteria:
- Have New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 2); or
- Provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 4.5; or
- A level comparable to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) mid B1.
Provisional entry
Students who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements for a programme or training scheme may be eligible to be enrolled. Such decisions must consider any applicable pre-requisites and will be made by the Head of School. Students who have not attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the required minimum entry requirements may also be eligible to be enrolled in exceptional circumstances where they can demonstrate capability for study at the required level. Such decisions must consider any applicable pre-requisites and will be made by the Head of School.
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Programme structure
You will need to complete the below four courses (60 credits):
843.327 General reading and writing 1 (15 credits)
Read and understand a range of texts on familiar topics and to write texts on familiar topics.
843.328 General reading and writing 2 (15 credits)
Read and understand a range of texts on reasonably familiar topics and to write texts on reasonably familiar topics.
844.333 General speaking and listening 1 (15 credits)
Listen and understand the main ideas in oral texts and participate in spoken interactions on familiar topics.
844.334 General speaking and listening 2 (15 credits)
Listen and understand the main ideas in oral texts and participate in spoken interactions on reasonably familiar topics.
Further training or study
This certificate builds on the New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 2) and can lead to the New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 3) (Applied).
Career opportunities
Graduates of this certificate will have the English language skills to work in positions that require face to face interpersonal communication, understanding of basic texts, simple record-keeping and interaction in a supervised team.
Ready to secure your future?
*Free study for Level 3 may be available for 16 to 24 year olds (Youth Guarantee). Free study for the first year of your Level 3 or above qualification may be available under the government’s fees-free study scheme. Visit feesfree.govt.nz for eligibility criteria and more information. Students must be eligible to study as a domestic student. All free study is subject to funding confirmation. Proof of residency status required. Entry criteria, and some costs, may also apply. Eligibility for student allowances or student loans may vary. Contact StudyLink for more information.
Information is correct as at 14 December 2022. Programme fees are based on a full-time student and may vary depending on your final selection of courses that make up your programme. To provide you with an indication of costs, the approximate fees quoted in this publication are based on the indicative 2023 fee structure. The indicative programme fees for 2023 do not include the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF). The CSSF is an additional levy to your 2023 programme or course fees. Further information about the CSSF can be found here www.manukau.ac.nz/cssf. Programmes stated as eligible for free study in 2023 are based on the 2022 fee structure and subject to funding confirmation for 2023. All fees are in New Zealand Dollars. You will be advised of the current fees at the time of enrolment. All courses and programmes will proceed subject to numbers and academic approval. Manukau Institute of Technology is part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology. Te Pukenga is accredited under the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020. International students must study in class and will not be able to enrol for online study options.