New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4)
Extend your English language skills for further academic study with this Level 4 certificate. Delivered in a blended format, it prepares learners for diploma or degree-level courses, improving skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking in an academic context.
NZ$869
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Achieve English proficiency for academic study
Learn the language skills required to communicate independently and effectively in familiar and less-familiar academic situations with fluency and flexibility.
Meet English language entry for higher education
Attain a level of English (mid B2 CEFR or IELTS 5.5) that typically meets entry requirements for diploma and degree programmes at Levels 6 and 7.
About This Course
The New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4) is designed for learners who wish to pursue further academic study where English is the language of instruction. The programme develops the language skills necessary to communicate fluently and flexibly in academic environments, enabling students to meet the English language entry requirements for diploma and degree courses. Delivered in a blended learning mode, this course includes two days per week in-class (Tuesdays and Thursdays), with the remainder of learning completed online for increased flexibility. Graduates will be able to operate independently in familiar and less-familiar academic scenarios.
Course Content
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
- Listening
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
Entry Requirements
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3)
IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5.5) or equivalent
Build towards these roles
Employment in roles requiring interpersonal communication in EnglishTeam-based roles involving written records and reportsJobs requiring understanding and interaction with context-specific academic texts
Build skills in these industries
EducationAcademic Preparation
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