New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4)

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Certificate

Duration

2 weeks

Next start date

Expected Feb 2027

Campus

Nelson Campus

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Summary

This certificate prepares you for studies at level 6 for a certificate or diploma or, level 7 for a diploma, degree, or graduate certificate.

On successful completion of this level you will be able to:

Write a text under test conditions in English for an academic purpose
Deliver an oral presentation in English for an academic purpose
Demonstrate understanding of a spoken text and process information in English for an academic purpose
Write a crafted text for a specified audience using researched material in English for an academic purpose
Read and process information in English for an academic purpose
Need to improve your IELTS score?
Completion of this programme can help you gain entry into other NMIT programmes that require an IELTS score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5. At NMIT we test your English language skills when you arrive, so we can get you started at the best level for your learning.If you qualify for this Level 4 programme, you could be up to speed in just 16 weeks (plus study break/s).Please see the NZQA English Proficiency Outcomes for details on NZ Certificate in English Language and IELTS equivalent qualifications.

Entry criteria

Academic requirements, including English language requirements

For all other NZCELs, the entry requirement is the preceding NZCEL or the demonstration of equivalent English language 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) and The Table.
A placement test 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.

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