New Zealand Certificate in English Language (General/Workplace/Academic) (Level 5)

This qualification is intended for candidates of English as an additional language, who wish to pursue academic study requiring high levels of English language competency, such as Master degree studies. This qualification is at a level comparable to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) high B2. This qualification allows educational institutions and professional bodies to recognise the level at which the graduate can use English for academic and/or professional purposes.

Content:
This NZCEL Level 5 programme has a communicative focus with an integrated approach to developing academic language skills. Weekly thematic units guide the student to develop their knowledge in reading and understanding a range of authentic academic texts, listening to lectures and presentations, writing a variety of essays, participating in seminars and group discussions, preparing and giving presentations, improving study skills, critical thinking and extending their use of topic-specific academic vocabulary.   In this way, the students’ lexicon is built up progressively and incrementally.

1. Be a minimum of 16 years of age prior to the commencement of the programme; and
2. Have obtained the appropriate student visa which permits them to legally study in New Zealand; and
3. Have achieved an overall band score of 6.0 in IELTS (Academic) or equivalent; or hold a NZCEL (Level 4) (Academic), or a score of 425 in the College English Test (CET-4 or CET-6) of China, or high-intermediate in the General English Proficiency Test (GEPT) of Taiwan.
4. For Students achieved a sore of 425 in CET-4, an interview will be conducted to further assess the language proficiency of the student to enter the NZCEL Level 5 program.      For students who do not meet the language proficiency (above), NZCB own placement test and a one-on-one interview will take place to assess and determine a student’s entry level.

New Zealand College of Business (NZCB) is a leading private tertiary education provider based in Christchurch, New Zealand, dedicated to delivering high-quality, industry-relevant education for both domestic and international learners.

Established in 2004, NZCB has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, practical learning, and student success. As a NZQA Category 1 institution, we specialise in applied business education, English language programmes, pathway education, and professional development programmes designed to prepare learners for real-world success.

Our programmes combine academic rigour with practical industry engagement, ensuring graduates develop the skills, confidence, and capabilities required to thrive in today’s global workforce.

NZCB maintains strong partnerships with universities, industry organisations, and international education partners across New Zealand and overseas, creating valuable progression pathways for our students.

At NZCB, we believe education should be practical, purposeful, and transformative.

Practical Education. Global Pathways. Real Success.