Morning Classes
General English:
Entry Level: All levels Beginner - Advanced.
Length: Minimum 1 month. Students may enrol for any course length they choose.
Course Description: We offer General English classes at all levels, as a morning option. Students can choose to study General English either part-time or full-time. The course aims to develop and extend students’ English language abilities through input and practice in the four skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing, with emphasis on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. Small class sizes and a focus on communication are an important part of these classes.
Cambridge ESOL Examination Courses (full-time 24 hours per week):
Entry Level: Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE): Late Intermediate.
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Upper Intermediate.
Entry Test: Students must sit an entry test before the course start date to ensure that they are at the correct English level to undertake the course.
Starting Dates: Late March and September.
Length: 11 weeks full-time (see Dates and Fees Schedule). Students should arrange for an extra week’s accommodation because exams take place during the week after the course finishes.
Course Description: These courses provide students with optimum preparation for the Cambridge ESOL FCE and CAE examinations. Courses follow a systematic programme which focuses on extending and improving grammar and vocabulary knowledge as well as developing reading, listening, speaking and writing skills. These courses are useful for students planning to live or work in an English-speaking environment or to teach English language. Examination fees and materials are included in course fees. Students may take a General English course prior to starting Cambridge courses.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) course is offered as required.
Academic English:
For students at Intermediate level and above AUT International House offers a range of academic pathways to IELTS,certificate, diploma, undergraduate degree, postgraduate diploma and degree level university courses.
General English (Morning) and IELTS (Afternoon)
Entry Level: Completion of one month of Intermediate 2 or acceptable level on the AUT IH placement test.
Length: 1-3 months.
Course Description: The IELTS component of the course focuses on developing all four language skills and gives students an introduction to the requirements of the IELTS test. Students will learn skills and strategies that will help them in the exam and which will also improve their General English. The course includes the systematic study of English grammar and academic vocabulary.
General English (Morning) and IELTS / EAP (English for Academic Purposes) (Afternoon):
This course is designed for mid Intermediate and higher level students.
Entry Level: Completion of one month of Intermediate 3 or Intermediate 2 students who have completed the IELTS course or acceptable level on the AUT IH placement test.
Length: 1 - 8 months.
Course Description: The IELTS/EAP component of the course focuses on all sections of the IELTS Academic Module. The IELTS/EAP course is topic-based. It focuses not only on the IELTS exam but also on developing general language skills, including grammar and academic vocabulary needed for successful study at tertiary institutions.
Full-Time IELTS Level One
Entry Level: IELTS 5 (no band less than 4.5) or successful completion of 4 weeks of Intermediate 2 or higher, or acceptable level on AUT IH placement test.
Length: 12 or 13 weeks (24 hours per week)
Starting Dates: January, late March, June, September.
Course Description: The programme develops students’ reading, writing, speaking and listening skills for IELTS and includes IELTS examination practice. There is also a strong focus on developing students’ general English grammar and vocabulary. A coursebook is used throughout the programme.
Full-time IELTS Level Two
Entry Level: IELTS 5.5 (Writing band 5.0, no other band less than 4.5) or successful completion of Intermediate 3 or higher, or acceptable level on AUT IH placement test.
Length: 12 or 13 weeks (24 hours per week)
Starting Dates: January, late March, June, September.
Course Description: The programme develops students’ language skills for IELTS and study skills for academic study. The programme focuses on developing English grammar and vocabulary and some introductory research skills. Examination practice is also included. A coursebook is used throughout the programme.
General English/IELTS and EAP (English for Academic Purposes) – GIE:
Entry Level: IELTS 5.5 with a minimum writing and reading band 5.5, or successful completion of Intermediate 3 or higher or acceptable level on the AUT IH placement test.
Length: 3 months full- time (24 hours per week).
Starting dates: April – June, October- December
Course Description: This academic course develops English language competency to IELTS equivalent standard. The course incorporates a group research project, a spoken presentation and formal final assessment. If successfully completed it can provide a pathway into a range of AUT University courses. For Business Faculty programmes it is not necessary to sit the IELTS exam with successful completion of the GIE course.
Please note that GIE applicants still require to fulfil the Academic Entry Requirements of the Business Programme they are applying for. For University Entry Requirements please click here.