Certificate in English for Academic Study

Programme Code: AK3309
Level: 5
Points: 60
Duration: 1/2 year full time
Venue: City campus
Starting date: 2 March 2009 / 20 July 2009

AUT encourages early application. Late applications will be accepted if the programme is not full.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• NCEA: 48 Level 2 credits plus 8 Level 1 credits in language rich subjects
  OR CIE: Total 60 points in UCAS or pass in placement test.
• Interview, CV, reference.

The programme is designed mainly for students from language backgrounds other than English, who intend to pursue further studies at universities or other tertiary institutions. It is particularly suitable for those who would like to gain a New Zealand qualification, or those who wish to prepare for tertiary level studies. Development of all major academic English skills and strategies is included in this intensive programme.

PAPERS

155181 Writing and Research Skills
155185 Reading and Vocabulary Development
155186 Listening and Note-Taking
155187 Oral Interaction and Presentation Skills