ACG - Academic Colleges Group

ACG is a leading provider of internationally recognised quality programmes. Our schools and colleges have been developed to offer the best educational pathways in preparation for university.

There is a total of 4,000 local and international students from approximately 40 different countries enrolled in ACG programmes.

English Language Training and University Preparation

• ACG English School: One of the New Zealand's leading language schools, situated in the heart of Auckland City, with a focus on English language preparation for academic study.The school offers year-round courses: Academic English & General English, English for postgraduate university studies, and Specialist modules such as IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC�and�University of Cambridge Examination Preparation.
• The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies: The Certificate in Foundation Studies guarantees entry into the University of Auckland and is accepted by all New Zealand universities. The one-year programme starts in late January or mid-July and offers a choice of subjects including Accounting, Economics, Calculus, Statistics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Chinese and Design. A special programme of IELTS Examination Preparation and Study and Information Skills prepares students for study at�university.
• AUT International Foundation Certificate:�An 8-month (Standard Entry) or 12 or 16-month (Extended Entry)�Foundation Certificate with guaranteed entry to an appropriate degree at AUT and ccepted by all New Zealand universities. The�AUT foundation certificate provides focus�in four specialist areas and offer a wide range of subjects including English, Tertiary Preparation Studies, Introduction to New Zealand Culture and Society, Accounting, History, Design, Drawing, Mathematics, Satistics, Chemistry, Biology and Electromechanics.�There are three starting dates per year in January, April/May and August/September.�The curriculum includes core training in English and independent learning skills.

Junior and Senior School Programme
All ACG Colleges offer internationally recognised qualifications accepted throughout the world: University of Cambridge International Examinations - IGCSE, AS/A Levels and AICE.

• ACG Parnell College:�A private co-educational school, offering comprehensive education�(Years�1 to 13) in Central Auckland. The College is located in Parnell, in inner-city area of Auckland. The stunning purpose-built campus lies next to the Domain, Auckland's largest park.
  The premises include a wide range of specialist facilities, including a gymnasium, a large library and cafeteria, sophisticated art, technology and computer rooms, drama and music rooms and laboratories.
  The School makes full use of its excellent location with nearby facilities, such as the Parnell Tennis Club and Newmarket Olympic Swimming Pools. A wide range of team sports are offered, including basketball, cricket, waterpolo, soccer, netball and tennis.
  English language support is available to international students.
• ACG Strathallan: One of the largest independent school complexes in New Zealand, ACG Strathallan consists of Pre-school (ages 3 months to 5 years), Primary School (Years 1 to 6; ages 5 to 10) and College (Years 7 to 13; ages 11 and over).
  ACG Strathallan is a top quality educational facility, located on the beautiful Hingaia Peninsula, 30 minutes south of Auckland City.
  The spacious campus area provides a green and healthy environment with excellent premises, sports facilities and playing fields. The blend of modern, high-tech learning centres and beautiful coastal countryside creates the perfect environment for young people to develop to their full potential.
  ACG Strathallan School and College offer full English language support to international students.
• ACG Senior College: One of New Zealand's top academic colleges.�From it�s beginning in 1995 as New Zealand�s only specialist pre-university centre, the School has become a focus for exceptional educational success. It has consistently ranked as the top co-educational high school in the country. In the two most recent University of Cambridge International Examinations, a total of 17 �Top in the World� and 37 �Top in New Zealand� subject awards were gained.The College is located in the heart of Auckland City, where our students enjoy the vibrancy and energy of city life. The College is located in an historic building adjacent to AUT University and within a short walk to the University of Auckland.

• All enquiries and applications to:
  
  Academic Colleges Group
  International Centre
  PO Box 6199, Wellesley Street
  Auckland 1141, New Zealand
  Tel: 64-9-307 5399�� Fax: 64-9-377 7125
  Email: [email protected]
  Website: www.acgedu.com