New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 3) (Applied)
Language & Literature
A course by
UCOL
Increase your confidence and fluency in English to participate with increasing independence and fluency in academic or employment English language contexts.
NZ$3,621
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Reading for familiar topics
Read, understand, and respond to a variety of texts relevant to everyday and workplace English.
Effective writing for practical contexts
Write clear, connected texts with appropriate English language skills for familiar and predictable situations.
About This Course
The New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 3) (Applied) at UCOL is designed to help non-native speakers become confident in English for academic, community, and employment contexts. The programme combines in-person and online learning over 19 weeks and covers key English skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking, each at an applied Level 3 standard. Graduates can progress to further study or better engage with the academic community and workplace in New Zealand.
Course Content
- Reading Level 3 Applied: Read, understand, and respond to a range of texts on familiar topics.
- Writing Level 3 Applied: Write comprehensible connected texts for familiar and predictable purposes with reasonable linguistic accuracy.
- Listening Level 3 Applied: Understand main points and supporting detail in extended oral interactions on familiar topics.
- Speaking Level 3 Applied: Speak with coherence, fluency, and confidence to exchange information and opinions on familiar topics.
Entry Requirements
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3) or equivalent skills and knowledge such as IELTS 5.0, all components from a single test report. For learners in New Zealand, a diagnostic test may be used to determine starting level.
Build towards these roles
Increased readiness for employment or academic study requiring English languageImproved practical English skills for the workplace
Build skills in these industries
EducationLanguage & Literature
UCOL is a polytechnic built around the kind of learning that actually sticks — hands-on, practical, and grounded in the real world. With campuses across the lower North Island and a programme range that stretches from trades and health to creative arts and IT, it's a strong fit for learners who want a clear path into work without unnecessary detours. Whether you're fresh out of school, changing direction, or building on what you already know, UCOL is set up to meet you where you are.
