English
Summary of courses
The summary of course levels are as below:
English for Beginners
| Programme: | English for Beginners (Training Scheme) (Level 1) |
| Credits: | 30 |
| Delivery: | Face-to-Face and blended |
| Purpose: | This training scheme is focused on learning basic English in the components of The English for Beginner training scheme introduces the target learners to familiar spoken This training scheme is oriented to learners who want to learn English as a second language from a beginner level. The training scheme targets new migrants, refugees and New Zealanders who have limited or no English competencies. |
| Outcome: | At the end of this training scheme learners will be able to: • Recognise and follow familiar spoken words, everyday expressions and basic phrases of • Use simple phrases, sentences and questions in areas of immediate needs or on familiar • Recognise simple written words and phrases used in everyday situations. • Write simple words and short phrases related to personal details and activities. |
| Entry requirements: | • Domestic learners: Learners must be 16 years old • International learners: Learners must have valid visa, appropriate travel and medical |
| Please contact us for more detail and the availability of these classes | |
English for Elementary Learners
| Programme | English for Elementary Learners (Micro-credential) (Level 1) |
| Credits | 30 |
| Delivery | Face-to-face and Blended |
| Purpose | This Micro-credential is focused on learning elementary English in the components of listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is designed to be equivalent to the A2 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The English for Elementary Micro-credential introduces the target learners to understand This Micro-credential is oriented to learners who want to learn English as a second language |
| Outcome | At the end of this Micro-credential learners will be able to:
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| Entry Requirements | • Domestic learners: Learners must be 16 years old
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| Please contact us for more detail and the availability of these classes | |
English for Pre-intermediate Learners
| COURSE | English for Pre-intermediate Learners (Micro-credential) (level 2) |
| Credit | 30 |
| Delivery: | Face-to-Face and Blended |
| Purpose: | This Micro-credential is focused on learning Pre-intermediate English in the components of listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is designed to be equivalent to the B1 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The English for Pre-intermediate Micro-credential introduces the target learners to understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.; deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken; enter unprepared into conversations on topics that are familiar; connect phrases in a simple way to describe experiences and events, his/her dreams, hopes and ambitions; narrate a story or relate the plot of a book or film and describe his/her reactions; and write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of a personal interest. This Micro-credential is oriented to learners who want to learn English as a second language after completing the elementary level. The Micro-credential targets new migrants, refugees, New Zealanders who have limited English competencies and students who like to improve their English for academic and employment purpose. |
| Outcome: | At the end of this Micro-credential learners will be able to: • Understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. • Understand the main point of many radio or TV programmes on current affairs or topics of personal and professional interest when the delivery is slow and clear. • Deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. • Enter unprepared into conversations on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or on everyday life (family, hobbies, work, travel, current events). • Connect phrases in a simple way to describe experiences and events, his/her dreams, hopes and ambitions. • Briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. • Narrate a story or relate the plot of a book or film and describe his/her reactions. • Understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency everyday or job-related language. • Understand the description of events, feelings and wishes in personal letters. • Write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of a personal interest. • Write personal letters describing experiences and impressions. |
| Entry requirements | • Domestic learners: Learners must be 16 years old • International learners: Learners must have valid visa, appropriate travel and medical insurance. |
| Please contact us for more detail and the availability of these classes | |
English for Intermediate Learners
| Programme: | English for Intermediate Learners (Micro-credential) (level 2) |
| Credit | 30 |
| Delivery: | Face-to-Face and Blended |
| Purpose | This Micro-credential is focused on learning Intermediate English in the components of listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is designed to be equivalent to the B1 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The English for Intermediate Micro-credential introduces the target learners to understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance, work, school, leisure, etc.; understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar; enter unprepared into conversations on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or on everyday life and take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts; explain a view point on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options; understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency everyday or job-related language and read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems; write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of a personal interest; and write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view. This Micro-credential is oriented to learners who want to learn English as a second language after completing the Pre-intermediate level. The Micro-credential targets new migrants, refugees, New Zealanders who have limited English competencies and students who would like to improve their English for academic and employment purpose. |
| Outcome: | At the end of this Micro-credential learners will be able to: • Understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment). • Understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. • Understand the main point of many radio or TV programmes on current affairs or topics of personal and professional interest when the delivery is slow and clear. • Understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar. • Understand most TV news and current affairs programmes. • Understand the majority of films in standard dialect. • Deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. • Enter unprepared into conversations on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or on everyday life (family, hobbies, work, travel, current events). • Interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible. • Take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining his/her views. • Present clear and detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to any field of interest. • Explain a view point on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. • Understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency every day or job-related language. • Understand the description of events, feelings and wishes in personal letters. • Read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints. • Understand contemporary literary prose. • Write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of a personal interest. • Write personal letters describing experiences and impressions. • Write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to his/her interests. • Write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view. • Write letters highlighting the personal significance of events and experiences |
| Entry Requirements | • Domestic learners: Learners must be 16 years old • International learners: Learners must have valid visa, appropriate travel and medical insurance. |
| Please contact us for more detail and the availability of these classes | |
English for Upper Intermediate Learners
| Programme: | English for Upper Intermediate Learners (Micro-credential) (level 3) |
| Credit: | 30 |
| Delivery: | Face-to-Face and Blended |
| Purpose: | This Micro-credential is focused on learning Upper-intermediate English in the components of listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is designed to be equivalent to the A2 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The English for Upper-intermediate Micro-credential introduces the target learners to understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar; interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible; take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining his/her views; present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to his/her field of interest and explain a view point on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options; read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or view points; write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to his/her interests; and write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view. This Micro-credential is oriented to learners who want to learn English as a second language after completing the Intermediate level. The Micro-credential targets new migrants, refugees and New Zealanders, have limited English competencies and students who would like to provide their English for academic and employment purpose. |
| Outcome: | At the end of this Micro-credential learners will be able to: • Understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar. • Understand most TV news and current affairs programmes. • Understand the majority of films in standard dialect” • Interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speaker’s quite possible. • Take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining his/her views. • Present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to his/her field of interest. • Explain a view point on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. • Read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or view points. • Understand contemporary literary prose. • Write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to his/her interests. • Write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view. • Write letters highlighting the personal significance of events and experiences. |
| Entry requirements: | • Domestic learners: Learners must be 16 years old • International learners: Learners must have valid visa, appropriate travel and medical insurance. |
| Please contact us for more detail and the availability of these classes | |
English for Advanced
| Course: | English for Advanced (Training Scheme) (level 4) |
| Credit: | 30 |
| Delivery: | Face-to-face and Blended |
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This training scheme is focused on learning advanced English in the components of listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is designed to be equivalent to the C1 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The English for Advanced training scheme introduces the target learners toa wide range of texts including print and multimodal texts. Learners will be able to understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. They will be able to express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. In addition, they will be able to use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes and produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing a controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. This training scheme is oriented to learners who want to learn English as a second language from an advanced level. The training scheme targets migrants and students who have fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. |
| Outcome: |
At the end of this Micro-credential learners will be able to: • Understand extended speech even when it is not clearly structured and when relationships are only implied and not signalled explicitly. • Understand TV programmes and films without much effort. • Express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. • Use language flexibly and effectively for social and professional purposes. • Formulate ideas and opinions with precision and relate contributions skilfully to those of other speakers. • Present clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects integrating sub-themes, developing particular points and rounding off with an appropriate conclusion. • Understand long and complex factual and literary texts, appreciating distinctions of style. • Understand specialized articles and longer technical instructions, even when they do not relate to their field. • Express themselves in clear, well-structured text, expressing points of view at some length. • Write about complex subjects in a letter, an essay, or a report. • Select a style that is appropriate to the reader he/ she has in mind. |
| Entry requirements: |
• Domestic learners: Learners must be 16 years old • International learners: Learners must have valid visa, appropriate travel and medical insurance. |
| Please contact us for more detail and the availability of these classes | |
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4)
Summary of Course
| Course | New Zealand Certificate in English Language | ||
| Level | 4 | ||
| Credit | 62 | ||
| Duration | 17 Weeks (including one week holiday) | ||
| Delivery Mode | Blended | ||
| Programme Aim | This qualification is intended for learners of English as an additional language, who wish to pursue further English language study in an academic context. This qualification allows Aotearoa New Zealand community, employers and educational institutions to recognise the level at which the graduate can use English for general, workplace or academic purposes. The purpose of this programme is to develop learners’ language skills so that they can communicate independently and effectively in familiar and some less familiar situations with fluency and flexibility in academic settings at CEFR mid B2 level. The programme advances learners’ development of key academic skills, including reading academic texts, listening, academic writing, and speaking skills that will enable them to undertake independent learning at the tertiary level. The target learner group are students with English as their second language, who plan to study in New Zealand and gain an English Language qualification and/or apply for a vocational or undergraduate programme at a New Zealand Tertiary Education Organisation. | ||
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| Course Code | Course Title | Level | Credits |
| 30998 | Read and understand moderately complex texts in an academic context (EL) | 4 | 10 |
| 22892 | Demonstrate understanding of a spoken text and process information in English for an academic purpose | 4 | 5 |
| 22749 | Write a text under conditions in English for an academic purpose | 4 | 5 |
| 22750 | Read and understand moderately complex texts in an academic context (EL) | 4 | 6 |
| 22891 | Deliver an oral presentation in English for an academic purpose | 4 | 5 |
| 22751 | Read and process information in English for academic purposes | 4 | 6 |
| 30991 | Demonstrate understanding of formal spoken texts in an academic context (EL) | 4 | 10 |
| 31040 | Write an evaluation for a specific purpose in an academic context (EL) | 4 | 5 |
| 31017 | Participate in sustained discussions in an academic context (EL) | 4 | 10 |
| Total number of credits achieved | 62 | ||
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New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) (Commerce)
Summary of course
| Course | New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation |
| Level | 4 |
| Credit | 60 |
| Duration | 22 Weeks (including 2 weeks holiday) |
| Delivery Mode | Face-to-Face and Online OFFSHORE |
| Programme Aim | This programme has been designed to provide learning experiences that enable students to develop the core knowledge, skills and personal attributes required for academic tertiary study in New Zealand, and for entry-level positions in commerce industries. Graduates of this programme will be able to progress to further study or training at NZQF Level 5 and above (degree, diploma or certificate) related to the context of this programme. |
| Programme Outcome | At the end of the programme learners should be able to: · Find and analyse context-relevant information and evaluate its reliability. · Work independently and collaboratively to solve problems. · Formulate arguments and communicate findings via visual displays and written essays. · Plan effectively to achieve study and career goals and recognise and overcome barriers to successful time management. |
| Entry Requirements | Applicants must:
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| Course Title | Credits |
| Soft Skills for University Success (information & digital literacy, problem- solving, academic writing and oral and written communication) | 20 |
| Study and Career Planning | 10 |
| Fundamentals of Marketing | 10 |
| Economics | 10 |
| Accounting | 10 |
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New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) (Science)
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New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Level 6) with strands in Construction Management and Quantity Surveying
| Programme title | New Zealand Diploma in Construction (level 6) |
| Duration | 80 Weeks (including 16 weeks holidays) |
| Delivery mode | Face-to-Face & Blended |
| Aim | This programme aims to provide students with sufficient knowledge and skills in construction management or quantity surveying. Construction Management strand: The Construction Management strand provides students with comprehensive industry knowledge along with the latest trends and development within the industry. It covers the major aspects of construction management including project initiation and planning, scheduling techniques and procedures, cost estimating and control, and Quantity Surveying strand: The Quantity Surveying strand provides students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in budgeting, pricing, controlling costs and monitoring project cash flow. After completing this strand, learners will have gained significant skills and tools to be able to work as Consultants, Estimators, Contract Administrators, and Contract Managers. |
| Programme Outcome | On successfully completing the programme, learners will be able to: • Engage and involve stakeholders particularly contractors within the project progress in • Apply relevant New Zealand legislative frameworks to building and construction work. • Evaluate and select materials and finishes for building projects taking into consideration • Select materials and finishes for a construction project taking into considerations • Establish the foundations and substructure; the passive fire protection systems; the • Prepare and administer construction contracts including preparing and evaluating • Communicate with different stakeholders during a construction project in accordance Programme Outcome Construction Management strand: Graduate of the Construction Management strand will also be able to: • Evaluate construction site logistics plans and manage site logistics by developing site layout taking into account site safety, accommodation, access and movement, lifting equipment and vehicular management. • Coordinate provision of site services for short and long duration construction projects. • Develop and communicate technical sketches for a construction project. • Manage construction project, contract types and project delivery methods by applying appropriate leadership principles and principles of health and safety in the construction industry. Programme Outcome Quantity Surveying strand: Graduate of the Quantity Surveying strand will also be able to: • Estimate and control cost and cash flow for a construction project • Assemble quantity surveying documentation relevant to specific trade sections and prepare a schedule of quantities for building construction projects. • Organize all priced components into a tender submission for small, medium and large buildings using tender process knowledge. |
| Entry requirements | • Learners must be above the age of 16 at the start of the programme. • Learners must demonstrate sufficient literacy and numeracy skills. This can be by providing evidence of having achieved a minimum of 12 credits in Maths and a minimum of 12 Literacy credits at NCEA Level 1. Learners can enrol if they can demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills or have suitable industry experience deemed appropriate by the Academic Manager or Principal. • International students must provide evidence of having achieved a minimum overall IELTS (academic) score of 6.0, with no band score less than 5.5, or meet other acceptable evidence of English language requirements for international students • If you as a learner is 20 years old or over and do not hold the minimum entry requirements, you will be eligible to be enrolled where your past work or life experience show that you have a reasonable chance of completing the programme. You will be interviewed by the Academic Manager or Principal for that purpose. |
| Qualification(s) | New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Level 6) with strands in Construction Management, and Quantity Surveying (240 credits) [2420]. |
| Total programme weeks (including holidays) | 80 weeks full time |
| Core (Compulsory Modules) | Credits |
| Construction Legislative and Regulatory Framework | 15 |
| Building Components and Materials | 20 |
| Sustainability & Construction Innovation | 20 |
| Construction Management and Technology I | 20 |
| Construction Management and Technology II | 20 |
| Construction Tendering and Contract Administration | 20 |
| Project Management | 20 |
| Construction Procurement | 20 |
| Construction Management Strand | Quantity Surveying Strand | ||
| Paper | Credits | Paper | Credits |
| Construction Design and Drawings | 15 | Principles of Measurement | 20 |
| Construction Health, Safety and Wellbeing | 15 | Construction Measurement for Medium and Large buildings | 25 |
| Construction Leadership Practices | 15 | Cost Estimating and Cost Control I | 20 |
| Construction Site Services | 20 | Cost Estimating and Cost Control II | 20 |