English for Academic Studies

Taught across ten levels: each 12 week course is 30 NZQA credits. Students enrol in as many courses as required to meet their study goal. 

The first four levels teach general English and study skills and the next 6 levels teach academic English and study skills. 

Students are assessed and start at the best level for their English and required results. 

The General programmes, pre-elementary, and elementary, teach everyday English and preparation skills for advanced levels including vocabulary building and techniques to learn English easily.  

The higher levels, pre-intermediate, intermediate and advanced, teach Academic English and preparation for international exams such as IELTS and FCE. The programme is approved by NZQA for international students.

The programme is approved by NZQA for international students.

Up to 12 weeks - Visitors or Study visa

12 weeks plus - Study visa

Can be undertaken on a Guardianship visa (conditions apply)

International students only

Auckland | Wellington | Palmerston North | Lower Hutt

Since 1993, ETC (English Teaching College) has been helping students from around the world achieve their goals through high-quality English language education. Today, we are proud to be one of New Zealand’s most multicultural English language schools, welcoming learners from up to 40 different countries at any one time.

At ETC, students develop the language skills and confidence they need for:

Everyday communication

Academic study and pathways

Employment and workplace success in New Zealand and beyond

Students can choose to study at one of our four welcoming campuses — Auckland, Wellington, Palmerston North, or Lower Hutt. Each campus offers modern, multimedia-equipped classrooms and a supportive learning environment designed to help students thrive.

We provide carefully selected homestay accommodation close to each campus, giving students the opportunity to experience New Zealand life while feeling safe, supported, and connected to their host community.

Student wellbeing and academic success sit at the heart of everything we do. With average class sizes of just 12-16 students, learners benefit from personalised attention, meaningful interaction, and strong relationships with their teachers.

Our experienced, multilingual staff speak Japanese, Spanish, Hindi, Chinese, French, Russian, Polish, Tagalog, and Arabic, ensuring students feel welcomed, understood, and supported from their first day to their next destination.