NEW ZEALAND CERTIFICATE IN
ENGLISH LANGUAGE (NZCEL) 2016
LEVEL 3 AND LEVEL 4
Information for International applicants
2016
ENTRY
Auckland Campus
At EIT we have a proud reputation for excellence in teaching English to
international students and new migrants to New Zealand.
From departure in your home country through to arrival, and while you live
and study in New Zealand, EIT will make sure your experience is enjoyable
and delivers only the highest level of English language skills you will need
for a bright and prosperous future.
EIT Auckland has a range of facilities to meet your needs. These include
highly qualified teachers, a specialty language laboratory, online learning
support, flexible learning times, mentoring, and on-site accommmodation
and visa support.
Programmes
New Zealand Certificate in English (NZCEL)
Level 3 and Level 4 - Academic Strand
Start date
7 March and 15 August
Study options
Full-time
Fees
NZ$ 6,080 per 16 week programme. This does not
include the student levy or textbooks. Textbooks
are approximately NZ$100
Total number of
credits
60 credits
Class times
9.00am to 3.00pm Monday - Friday with some
time allocated for self study
Individual study
hours
Students will be expected to spend approximately
17 hours per week in addition to class time to
complete their study
Location
Auckland Campus
Contact
International Centre Phone: +64 6 974 8902
Email: international@eit.ac.nz
STUDY HIGHLIGHTS
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Highly qualified and experienced teachers
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Gain entry to our mainstream academic programmes
without sitting an IELTS test by studying Academic
NZCEL
Modern technology – large flat-screen TVs, video
cameras, voice recorders and up-to-date computers and
software make learning English interesting and fun
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Flexible study options available
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Excellent support services
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Practical task-based learning including going out into
Name Stan Zhang
Country China
“I am very happy to be a student at EIT as my business
programme helps me to broaden my knowledge. After
one year’s study at EIT, I have proven to myself that I
made a wonderful decision to be a member of the EIT
family. Here tutors bring me into an exciting world. EIT is
a good place to study business and to achieve my dream.
I love New Zealand and I enjoy the fresh air and the
sunshine every day.”
the community
international.eit.ac.nz
NOV 2015
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STUDENT
PROFILE
NEW ZEALAND CERTIFICATE IN
ENGLISH LANGUAGE (NZCEL) 2016
NZCEL 2016 Auckland course dates
Intake 1: 7 March – 1 July
Intake 2: 15 August – 2 December
Note: These certificate level courses will run according to demand.
Please enquire before applying.
Auckland Campus
WHAT IS NZCEL?
New Zealand Certificates in English Language (NZCEL) qualifications
are intended for learners of English as an additional language. They are
suitable for all types of students, beginners to advanced. It is for people
who want to progress to further academic study or if you simply want to
improve your English.
NEW ZEALAND CERTIFICATE IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE
(NZCEL)
Nationally recognised NZ qualification which will provide:
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Reading skills
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Writing skills
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Listening skills
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Speaking skills
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Vocabulary development
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Options of specialisation of Academic subjects from
Level 3 upwards
NZCEL LEVEL 3 - ACADEMIC
Equivalent to B1 – CEFR
Intermediate students - IELTS Level 4–4.5 or equivalent (with no band
lower than 4)
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NZCEL Level 3 - Academic
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Direct entry to some certificate courses (Level 3 or 4 tertiary studies) on
academic strand
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Have confidence in dealing with English accurately and fluently on
familiar topics
NZCEL LEVEL 4 - ACADEMIC
Equivalent to B2 – CEFR
Upper Intermediate students IELTS Level 5–5.5 or equivalent (with no band
lower than 5)
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NZCEL Level 4 - Academic
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Direct entry to some diploma, bachelor and graduate programmes (Level
4, 5, 6 and 7 tertiary studies) on academic strand
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Have confidence in dealing with English on familiar and unfamiliar topics
NEW ZEALAND CERTIFICATE IN
ENGLISH LANGUAGE (NZCEL) 2016
Auckland Campus
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. What is NZCEL?
New Zealand Certificates in English Language.
2. What level is right for me?
You may already know your ability, but to make sure you join the
right class, you will be assessed before you start your English course.
Assessment is by EIT’s Online Placement Test, or you can provide an
IELTS result if you already have one. EIT will contact you once you have
accepted an offer to study at EIT to organise the EIT placement test.
3. How long do I need to study?
Our academic English programmes are for a minimum of 16 weeks.
4. Can I study more than one programme?
Yes you can. If you pass one NZCEL programme you can move to
the next level.
5. Do I get a qualification at the end of my programme?
You will receive a nationally recognised qualification if you pass your level
3 or level 4 NZCEL academic courses.
NZCEL ASSESSMENTS
Assessments vary for each programme, but include assignments, practical
and written assessments, role-plays, verbal presentations. Assessment
assistance is available through the EIT Learning Hub for everyone to
prepare and perform well.
Some courses include assessment against National Qualifications
Framework unit standards.
ENTRY POINT
You may already know your ability but to make
sure you join the right class, you will be assessed
before you start your English course. Assessment
is by EIT’s Online Placement Test, or you can
provide an IELTS result if you already have one. EIT
will contact you once you have accepted an offer to
study at EIT to organise the placement test.
CUSTOMISED ENGLISH LANGUAGE
EIT’s English Language Centre provides customised
tours for groups of students wanting to study English.
Each programme is structured to suit the needs of the
individual group, and normally includes specially designed
English language classes and social community activities
in the afternoons and weekends. Accommodation is
arranged with homestay families. Whatever your group’s
requirements, we can customise a tour that suits. You may
want to solely focus on learning English and nothing else.
Or, you might want a mix of English language classes,
cultural experiences, and adventure tourism. Just contact
us so we can discuss putting together a programme suited
just for you and your group.
Entry requirements
Minimum group of 10 is required.
NEW ZEALAND CERTIFICATE IN
ENGLISH LANGUAGE (NZCEL) 2016
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DISCLAIMER. The programme fees, other costs, entry requirements, duration, and programme start dates are for 2016 and are listed as a guide only. All fees shown in the prospectus are in
New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax (GST) at current rates. Programme content is based on current information and may be subject to change. EIT reserves the right to
cancel or postpone any programme and shall not be liable for any claim other than that proportion of the programme fee, which the cancelled or postponed portion bears.
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