Introduction
Meeting the English language requirement is compulsory for international students who wish to pursue vocational education, training, or higher education degree programs in New Zealand. However, not everyone meets this requirement at the beginning. To address this, the New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL) has been designed to support international students who plan to study English as a pathway, that can lead to further academic studies.
Why Study NZ Certificate English Language?
- NZCEL is the program that is acceptable as a pathway to study in college, polytechnic and universities in New Zealand.
- Studying NZCEL courses can improve your English communication skills for living, career, and education purposes in New Zealand.
Programs for International Students
New Zealand Certificate English Language is containing 5 levels based on the different entry requirements and study contents, topics, and purposes. But most of the pathway options to study in New Zealand are required to complete NZCEL level 4 or level 5
Entry Requirements, Exit level and Pathway programs
| Courses | Entry Requirement | Exit Level | Pathway Programs |
| NZCEL (level 3) | IELTS 4.5 – 5.0 (general or academic) | IELTS 5.0 – 5.5 (academic) |
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| NZCEL (level 4) | IELTS 5.5 (academic) or completion NZCEL (level 3) | IELTS 6.0 – 6.5 (academic) |
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| NZCEL (level 5) | IELTS 6.0 (academic) or completion NZCEL (level 4) | IELTS 6.5 – 7.0 (academic) |
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Top Schools for International Students
There are many schools offering English certificate programs in New Zealand, but below are among the most popular schools:
Duration of Study
The duration of NZCE programs depends on the school and study level, but normally, it is from 12 to 17 weeks (about 4 months).
If you wish to know more about the cost and duration of each study level, contact SOL Edu at 07 3003 1899 or [email protected]. We will provide you with free consultations and free admissions processes.
Tuition Fee for New Zealand Certificate English Language (NZCEL)
NZD$4,500 – 5,000 per course
FAQs
Is NZCEL courses available as an online class
Yes, some of the schools in New Zealand have NZCEL (level 4 and 5) online but this is only the option for offshore students
How many hours per week that required to study NZCEL
Usually full-time student is required to study for 25 hours per week but some school may offer more than 25 hours per week such as AEA.
Can NZCEL replace IELTS or PTE for admissions into vocational training and higher education courses?
Yes, NZCEL certificates can be used as an alternative to IELTS or PTE certificates when applying for future vocational or higher education courses in New Zealand. If you have not obtained an IELTS or PTE scores required for admission into these courses, then NZCEL is a good option for you.
Is NZCEL available as an online course?
Yes, some schools in New Zealand offer NZ Certificate English courses (level 4 and 5) online, but this option is only available for offshore students. If you wish to arrive in New Zealand on a student visa, you must study on campus.