English Language courses at UUNZ aim to develop all the language skills necessary to communicate and function in an English-speaking environment. We have an experienced and well-qualified team of enthusiastic teachers who will make your learning both fun and as close to the needs and demands of real-life as possible. The English Programme looks at the skills of Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing and Grammar, although there is a particular focus on communication.
We can provide Programmes that are tailor-made for groups who wish to come to New Zealand for shorter periods combining English study with many exciting activities. Our Programmes are open to groups of students aged 14 years and above, and are offered at any time of the year and include homestay accommodation with a New Zealand family.
These Programmes are part of the General English Course. Activities also include time for sightseeing around Auckland, visiting the beautiful beaches, mountains, parks, museums and shops in the Auckland region.
Student Testimonial
Ayman Aboukashef
Saudi Arabia
I really enjoy the lessons. The teachers are very helpful and knowledgeable. They care a lot about my learning and always care about my well being. I get homework. I feel I can talk to my teachers about anything. Every month we go sight-seeing and do activities around Auckland to learn about NZ and the Kiwi culture. It is a great way to get to know the friendly teachers and students in a social enviroment. My English has improved a lot since I have been here...
Benefits Offered at UUNZ
- Small class sizes - lots of opportunity to speak and receive personalised attention.
- All students are tested on arrival, and then placed in a suitable class .
- Experienced, qualified and friendly teachers.
- Afternoons free from 3:00pm for private study or sightseeing/activities.
- Classes finish at 12:30pm on Friday .
- Fun out of class learning activities
- Mixed nationality classes with students from South America, Europe and Asia.
- Only modern books and materials are used.
- Regular tests to assess progress.
- Certificate and Teacher's Report on course completion.
- TOEFL and TOEIC Testing Centre .
Levels Offered at UUNZ
- Elementary
- Pre-Intermediate
- Intermediate
- Upper-Intermediate / Advanced
- IELTS Preparation
Advanced English
Our Advanced class provides a study package focusing on students who plan to sit an IELTS, other examination courses or to further study at certificate, diploma or degree level. It includes an introduction to the kinds of English employed in a variety of academic disciplines with the emphasis on skills development and the content of the academic IELTS examination. Students wanting to undertake General IELTS are also catered for.
There are two versions of the IELTS:
- The Academic Version is intended for those who want to enroll in a universities or other institutions of higher education and also for professionals in an English-speaking country.
- The General Training Version is intended for those planning to undertake non-academic training or to gain work experience, or for immigration purposes.
IELTS is accepted by most Australian, British, Canadian, Irish, New Zealand and South African academic institutions, by more than 1,800 academic institutions in the United States, and by various professional organizations. It is also a requirement for immigration to Australia and Canada.
TOEIC and TOEFL Testing
UUNZ is an accredited TOEIC nd TOEFL testing centre.These tests are English language proficiency tests for people whose native language is not English. It measures the everyday English skills of people working in an international environment. The scores indicate how well people can communicate in English with others in business, commerce and industry. The TOEFL Test is a computerized test and is conducted over the weekend.