University of Canterbury English Language Centre

Our programme has many benefits:

You will be a university student from the first day you arrive: You will have access to all university student facilities such as computer labs, language labs, the library, student support, medical centre, the student union, and sports facilities. An extensive orientation programme in your first week will help you to settle into life in a new country and study at university.

We have direct pathways into Foundation and degree study: Most students apply for entry to their degree programme before commencing language study. Once an offer of place conditional on English language has been obtained, the University's language courses provide direct entry into your further study, without the anxiety and frustration of external language examinations such as IELTS or TOEFL* .

*Please note that some degree�programmes such as Teaching still require IELTS so please ensure you check the specific requirements of entry for the programme you are applying for.

You will be taught by highly experienced teachers: All of our teachers are highly qualified with a wealth of experience gained both locally and internationally. Up to date teaching methods are employed, and a maximum class size of 14 ensures that you are able to work closely with your teachers.

If you study hard you will have the opportunity to fast track: If you undertake one of our English language courses and perfom very well in your studies you may be able to advance to the next level after completing only half of your course.

English language courses

English for Academic Purposes 1 (EAP1)
English for Academic Purposes 2 (EAP2)
These courses teach you to communicate with accuracy and complete complex academic tasks. When you have completed EAP2 you will be well prepared to enter either the Certificate in Foundation Studies providing you meet the academic entry requirements�or the Certificate in English for Tertiary Studies�.

Certificate in English for Tertiary Studies
This certificate has been nationally appproved as a university language entry standard. At the University of Canterbury it satisfies the English language criteria for entry�for most�undergraduate�and postgraduate programmes. The certificate�enables you to increase�your English language proficiency, study skills and understanding of western analytical approaches to study.

Note: if you are planning to go to another university it is always wise to check whether that institution has any�additional departmental entry requirements.

Fees and dates
Up to date information on fees and dates can be found on our website: www.canterbury.ac.nz/intstud/