Course Overview

The Certificate in General English with Examination Preparation are designed for students whose first language is not English. The purpose of this certificate is to provide the essential skills and knowledge required to function in an English language community, with specific reference to the Aotearoa New Zealand community. The certificate aim to encompass English language learners living permanently or temporarily in Aotearoa New Zealand.

The suite of 6 levels (including Beginner Level, Elementary Level, Pre-Intermediate Level, Intermediate Level, Upper Intermediate Level and IELTS Exam Preparation Level) in this certificate introduce students to theoretical knowledge of English and provides practical learning components for both the receptive language skills of listening and reading and the productive language skills of speaking and writing. The language system variables of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation are taught through the four language skills.

The target student for the certificate is international students who want to improve their English for Community Outcome (social and travel) or Further Education purposes. Students will not be studying for the purposes of gaining a formal language qualification with Kingston. However, the IELTS Exam Preparation class will provide students with the skills and knowledge to take the IELTS language proficiency test.

Note: Kingston International English College accepts students who are 18 years of age or older. Students under the age of 18 may be accepted only if they are living with a parent during their study period