
Language & Literature
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Develop your English language skills for workplace, social, and community contexts in New Zealand. Achieve confidence in all core communication skills with this NZQA Level 3 certificate.
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 3 Certification (60 Credits)
Entry
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 3 Certification (60 Credits)
Entry

Use English with confidence and effectiveness in workplace or everyday social and community contexts.

Show proficiency across listening, speaking, reading, and writing at NZQA Level 3.
The Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3) at Ara enables students to improve their English skills for use in work and everyday situations. The programme develops independent and fluent communication in English across listening, reading, speaking, and writing, tailored for both workplace and community settings. It is suitable for learners from foundation through to advanced levels and uses placement testing to ensure appropriate course level.
What you need to know first
Open entry
English level will be assessed via placement testing prior to enrolment
Applicants with valid evidence of previous English study considered in placement decision



Language & Literature
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Develop your English language skills for workplace, social, and community contexts in New Zealand. Achieve confidence in all core communication skills with this NZQA Level 3 certificate.
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 3 Certification (60 Credits)
Entry
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 3 Certification (60 Credits)
Entry

Use English with confidence and effectiveness in workplace or everyday social and community contexts.

Show proficiency across listening, speaking, reading, and writing at NZQA Level 3.
The Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3) at Ara enables students to improve their English skills for use in work and everyday situations. The programme develops independent and fluent communication in English across listening, reading, speaking, and writing, tailored for both workplace and community settings. It is suitable for learners from foundation through to advanced levels and uses placement testing to ensure appropriate course level.
What you need to know first
Open entry
English level will be assessed via placement testing prior to enrolment
Applicants with valid evidence of previous English study considered in placement decision


In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 18 weeks

Apply language skills in real-world environments relevant to living and working in New Zealand.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 18 weeks

Apply language skills in real-world environments relevant to living and working in New Zealand.