AUT - Certificate in English for Academic Study
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Certificate in English for Academic Study
The Certificate in English for Academic Study is for students who don't meet the English language entry requirements for entry to university. This course will help you study further at universities or other tertiary institutions.
Programme code: AK3309Level: 5
Points: 60
Duration: Half-year full time
Venue: City campus
Starting date: 27 February 2012 / 16 July 2012
Helping you achieve your study goals
Students who complete the Certificate in English for Academic Study will be well prepared for further study at AUT or other universities.Aside from learning to speak, read, write and listen with confidence, you will also learn about the academic culture in New Zealand and how to take control of your studies.
You will develop your vocabulary with dictionary skills, learn how to conduct and reference library research, and improve your presentation skills - all of which are essential if you are to succeed at university level.
Entry requirements
You will need one of the following:
- Completion of appropriate AUT Certificate in English Language or
- Migrants and refugees from Non-English speaking backgrounds with appropriate education qualifications or
- International students with IELTS – Academic: 5.5 overall with all bands 5 or higher
- New Zealand school leavers need NCEA: 48 Level 2 credits plus 8 Level 1 credits in language rich subjects
- CIE: Total 60 points in UCAS or pass in placement test
A placement test and interview will normally be required.
AUT encourages you to apply as early as possible. Late applications will be accepted if the programme is not full.
If you do not meet the entry criteria above you can begin your English studies with the Certificate in English Language.
More information
Contact the School of Language and Cultures
+64 921 999 extension 6836
Or come and visit us in Central Auckland. You can find our reception at:
AUT Tower, Level 8, on the corner of Rutland and Wakefield Streets (Opposite Aotea Square).