New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3)
Language & Literature
A course by
SIT
Enhance your English proficiency for academic purposes with this NZQA Level 3 certificate. Build your fluency, independence, and accuracy in moderately complex spoken and written English in academic settings.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 17 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Engage in moderately complex spoken English
Interact and present in academic English settings using moderately complex spoken structures with increased independence and fluency.
Develop academic reading and writing skills
Read and write texts relevant to academic purposes at CEFR low B2, focusing on structure, clarity, and accuracy.
Participate effectively in academic English contexts
Demonstrate the general language skills necessary for independent participation in academic discussions and assignments.
What You're Signing Up For
This programme is designed for learners of English as an additional language who seek to improve their ability to communicate effectively in academic contexts. It covers both spoken and written English, enabling students to engage, present, and participate with greater independence and fluency. The programme corresponds to CEFR low B2 level and uses a learner-centred, constructivist approach. It integrates all main language skills across four concurrently run modules, with content consistent across classes but with distinct outcome focuses.
Course Content
- Moderately complex spoken and written language for academic communication
- Integration of language skills: reading, writing, listening, speaking
- Language systems and learner competencies
- Academic English context skills
- Authentic assessment using formative and summative methods
- Thematic subject-based content across modules