Course details

New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4)
Domestic tuition $2,708 per year
International tuition $5,550
NZQF Level 4

About the course

The aim of the NZCEL is to equip learners with English language proficiency and the academic skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing to enable them to successfully participate in a diploma or bachelor degree level programme of study.

The New Zealand Certificate In English Language (NZCEL) (Level 4) is a full-time, 14 week pathway course designed to help students to achieve success in their tertiary studies. The NZCEL (L4) will equip learners with English language proficiency and the academic skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing to enable them to successfully enter a diploma or bachelor degree level programme of study without having to complete IELTS.

NZCEL (L4) is the pathway to NZCEL (L5).

Entry requirements

Successful completion of AIS EAP I (under General English approval); or Successful completion of AIS General English Intermediate Level; or IELTS 5.5 (General or Academic) (with no band less than 5.0) / TOEFL iBT 46 (with a writing score of 14) / PTE academic score of 42 / AIS Test of English Proficiency (TEP) 48/80 (with no band less than 11); or NZCEL Level 3; and 16 years and over

About the provider

Established in 1990, Auckland Institute of Studies is one of New Zealand's leading independent degree-granting institutions. You will benefit from studying one of a wide range of NZQA-approved qualifications, including diploma and degree programmes in business, tourism management, hospitality management, information technology (IT), business administration, and English language. Our flexible three-semester system and cross credit recognition allows you to fast-track your studies and get a head start on your career.

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