New Zealand Certificate in English Language (General)
NMIT
Subject area
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Qualification
Duration
18 Weeks
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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 increase their English language proficiency for general communication.
Graduates will have the language skills required to communicate independently and effectively in familiar and some less familiar situations with fluency and flexibility in community/societal settings.
This qualification allows the community to recognise the proficiency level at which the graduate can use English for social and transactional purposes.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3) or the demonstration of equivalent knowledge and skills. Demonstration of equivalent knowledge and skills can be either through: - Alternative English proficiency outcomes such as IELTS results, Cambridge University ESOL exam results, TOEFL test results or test results from the common European framework are acceptable refer to NZQA English proficiency outcomes (rule 18). - A test designed by NMIT will be used to identify the programme into which the student will be eligible for entry. This test will be able to be undertaken by applicants overseas where required through the use of suitable technology. A follow-up test will be undertaken once the student arrives in New Zealand to ensure the student is placed in the correct programme. In exceptional circumstances, an applicant under the age of 20 years who does not meet the academic entry requirements may be granted entry to the programme where they supply evidence of their ability to succeed on the programme.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
18 Weeks
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
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National Graduate Outcomes
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 422 733
Phone: (03) 546 9175
Fax: (03) 546 3325
Email: info@nmit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.nmit.ac.nz
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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