Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT)This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
2 weeks
Next start date
Expected Feb 2026
Campus
Nelson Campus
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:
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(external link) for details on NZ Certificate in English Language and IELTS equivalent qualifications.
IELTS overall 5.5 or equivalent or having successfully completed NZCEL Level 3 (Applied)
Additional course costsA course book may be required and costs $50 to $60. You will also require an English dictionary.
Term datesEnglish language terms are eight weeks long (plus a two week break during or before/after term).
It takes two terms to complete a qualification.
IELTS overall 5.5 or equivalent or having successfully completed NZCEL Level 3 (Applied)
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