Course Overview
Do you need to improve your English language skills?
This course is for learners who wish to apply their English language proficiency for general communication. This course is free for New Zealand citizens and permanent residents.
You'll learn the general language skills required to communicate in most familiar situations with increasing independence and fluency.
This course is at a level comparable to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) high B1.
We offer beginner to advanced English courses. We'll assess your English when you enrol to decide the best level for you to study at.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
- New Zealand Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3)
| Locations | Rotorua, Tauranga |
|---|---|
| Next intake | Feb 2021 View more details |
| Study options |
1 semester full-time, including holidays (if applicable) |
| Total credits | 60 |
| StudyLink assistance | Available |
| Indicative Fees | No tuition fees for domestic students View full fees information |
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Career opportunities
This course is intended for students of English as an additional language, who wish to improve their English, or who are attending NZQA-approved courses in Aotearoa New Zealand, rather than a direct pathway to employment.
Graduates of this course will have the English language skills for employment that involves:
- participation in face-to-face interpersonal communication,
- response to written instructions and informational texts, and
- production of simple, context-specific record-keeping.
Topics you'll cover
The course will focus on:
- reading
- writing
- speaking
- listening
- critical thinking
- problem solving
Topics in this course:
- Communication 3 (General)
- Connection 3 (General)
- Community 3 (General)
- Concepts 3 (General)
Course Fees
| Indicative Fees * | No tuition fees for domestic students |
|---|
Take advantage of our early bird fees for your 2021 study. Enrol by 31 December 2020 and you’ll pay the 2020 tuition fees. Conditions apply.*
* Important fee information, and hints and tips
Help with fees
Are you Eligible for Free Fees?
There are several ways to take advantage of free study at Toi Ohomai. Find out how on our Fees Free FAQ page.
Student Loans and Allowances
This course meets the requirements for student allowance and student loan applications through StudyLink.
- A student loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees), study materials e.g. books, equipment, and living costs. You'll have to pay this money back.
- A student allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you’re studying. You don't have to pay the money back.
Find out more and apply at studylink.govt.nz
Scholarships
Scholarships are one way you might be able to get some financial help. Any scholarships specifically related to this course are shown below, otherwise check out the full list of scholarships promoted by Toi Ohomai.
Course Entry Information
Entry criteria
There are no minimum academic requirements (open entry).
Standard Entry Criteria
Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.
English language requirements
Your English will be assessed on entry.
Guideline for entry:
- General (Level 3) entry: CEFR mid B1 or IELTS 4.5
Course Locations and Intake Information
| Location | Campus | Start Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rotorua | Mokoia Campus | 22 Feb 2021 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 22 Feb 2021 | |
| Rotorua | Mokoia Campus | 26 Jul 2021 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 26 Jul 2021 |
Study options
- 1 semester full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
Important dates
Further Study Options
Courses Offered at Toi Ohomai
Courses Currently Under Development at Toi Ohomai, or Offered at Other Institutions
- Pathway to other courses at Level 3 and 4
