Program Overview

Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3)

Overview

The New Zealand Certificates in English comprise of eight English language programmes from foundation through to advanced level. These programmes give you the language skills and knowledge useful for living and working in New Zealand. This programme enables you to communicate with some independence and fluency in workplace or everyday social and community English language contexts.

What will I study

This programme is available full-time (starting in February and July for 18 weeks of intensive learning) and part-time (starting in February only for 36 weeks of learning).

Pathway

Successful completion of this programme will give you the confidence to communicate effectively in the English language. From level 3 upwards, you may choose to study a workplace or professional qualifier, which may be used as evidence of English language level when seeking employment.

Details

Academic Requirements

This programme has open entry.

English Requirements

There is no specific English language entry requirement as English level will be assessed through placement testing.

• Applicants who present current and valid evidence of previous English language study will have this taken into account in placement decisions

Selection Criteria

The level of the programme in which the student enrols will be determined by an initial placement test.

• Placement tests are held prior to the start of each semester and consist of a computer-based test of listening, grammar, reading and vocabulary, a written test and an interview
• All applicants are offered a place in the appropriate level certificate

Funding assistance

If you face unexpected financial hardship during your studies, we have several funds that you can apply for. These are designed to enable you to continue your current course of study. We also have a wide range of scholarships and awards that can provide financial assistance.

Core courses

• English General Listening 3 (EALL300) - 15 credits
• English General Reading 3 (EALR300) - 15 credits
• English General Speaking 3 (EALS300) - 15 credits
• English General Writing 3 (EALW300) - 15 credits

Career opportunities

Successful completion of this programme will give you the confidence to communicate effectively in the English language.

Study pathways

This certificate leads to further study at level 4. Once you complete this certificate you may meet the language requirements for other programmes of study.

Programme details

• Type: Certificate
• Code: NZ1882
• Next Starts: February 2026
• Credits: 60
• Level: 3
• Additional Equipment/Fees: $80 approximately for textbook
• May be eligible for Studylink?: Yes
• May be eligible for Fees Free?: Yes
• Reference: NZ1882-STRU

Credit Recognition

If you have prior relevant experience or previous related study credits, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.

Documents

• Admission & Enrolment Form (PDF, 427 KB)
• International Application Form (PDF, 358 KB)

Area of Interest

• English