Certificate in English for Academic Study

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.

Quick Facts

Entry Requirements

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.

Majors

Additional Majors and Minors

Additional majors and minors

Structure and Content

  • Writing and Referencing
  • Reading for Academic Purposes
  • Listening and Note-Taking
  • Oral Interaction and Presentation

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