Improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. You also learn about the academic culture in New Zealand and how to take control of your studies. The Certificate in English for Academic Study prepares you for degree level study at AUT or other universities 1.
This programme is also suitable for Certificate in English Language graduates who want to continue their study, and applicants with overseas qualifications whose first language is not English. A placement test may be required in both cases.
Minimum entry requirements
NCEA: 48 credits at level 2 or higher and eight credits at level 1 or higher in any subject from Classical Studies, Drama, English, Geography, Health Education, History, History of Art, Media Studies, Social Studies or Business Studies, Economics, Physical Education, Te Reo Māori, Te Reo Rangatira or ESOL level 3 credits in reading and writing.
Selection criteria
Placement test and interview will be required
English language requirements
International students with IELTS – Academic: 5.5 overall with all bands 5 or higher.