Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4)
Language & Literature
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
This programme equips students with the academic English language skills to communicate confidently and effectively in academic contexts as well as some professional environments.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 20 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Communicate confidently in academic English
Develop the ability to communicate independently, with fluency and flexibility, in academic English in both familiar and some unfamiliar situations.
Academic reading and listening skills
Improve comprehension of academic readings and lectures through focused practice.
Academic writing and speaking skills
Enhance ability to participate in academic discussions and produce written work suitable for academic contexts.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4) at Ara is designed to develop your ability to communicate independently and effectively in both familiar and some unfamiliar academic situations. The programme covers speaking, listening, reading, and writing for academic purposes and supports students intending to progress to further academic study or improve their career prospects. Placement is determined by an initial test, and all applicants are placed at the appropriate level.
Course Content
- English Academic Listening 4 (EALL401)
- English Academic Reading 4 (EALR401)
- English Academic Speaking 4 (EALS401)
- English Academic Writing 4 (EALW401)
What you need to know first
Open entry. Placement tests determine the appropriate starting level.
No specific English language entry requirement; English level assessed via placement testing.
Evidence of prior English study considered for placement.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Academic English
Future employment opportunities might be
Demonstrate English proficiency for employment in New Zealand where proof of language level is required