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New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic)

Waikato Institute of Education

Subject area

English for Speakers of Other Languages

Qualification

Duration

17 Weeks

Total student fees

$2,448

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

This qualification is intended for learners of English as an additional language who wish to develop their English language proficiency to pursue an academic pathway.

Graduates will have the language skills required to communicate independently and effectively in familiar and some less familiar situations with fluency and flexibility in academic contexts where English is the medium of instructions.

This qualification allows educational institutions to recognise the level at which the graduate can use English for academic purposes.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

Entry is open to applicants 18 years of age or older who have English language proficiency equivalent to the New Zealand Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3). Selection is conducted by way of an interview to determine the learner's suitability for this programme or whether a higher level programme would be more suitable.

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

17 Weeks


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$2,448 $2,448
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$2,722 $2,722
Total $5,170 $5,170

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

67%


National Graduate Outcomes

Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:

Median earnings N/A
Earnings range N/A
In employment N/A
In further study N/A
On a benefit N/A

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Phone: (07) 838 2450
Fax: (07) 838 2453
Email: info@wie.nz
Web: http://www.wie.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.

NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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