Seamless Degree Entry: Gain direct access to degree programs without additional IELTS testing, simplifying your journey into higher education.
A Range of Start Dates: Choose from various program entry points to align with your schedule and academic goals.
Personalised Teaching: Experience small class sizes, led by experienced instructors, ensuring individualized attention and support.
University Student from day one: Study on the University of Waikato campus, enjoying the same services and facilities as degree-level students.
English Language Skills: Focus on improving your speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills to excel in academic and real-world settings.
The Academic English programme focuses on maximising your progress in each of the four core English skills – speaking, writing, reading, and listening. You will also learn study skills to help you learn faster with greater confidence and prepare you for study at the University.
Note – Orientation for new students will be held the week before the course starts
Official Certification: Receive a University of Waikato certificate and recognition in the University’s graduation ceremony booklet.
Comprehensive Assessment: Gain a report detailing your performance in language skills, along with an overall assessment comment.
Visit the University of Waikato website to apply for this programme. Courses will be delivered by Navitas NZ Limited (formerly named Study Group NZ Limited) on behalf of the University of Waikato.
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Block 1 |
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Intensive Levels 6, 7 and 8 only |
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Block 2 |
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Block 3 |
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Block 4 |
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Block 1 |
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Intensive Levels 6, 7 and 8 only |
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Block 4 |
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Block 1 to Intensive | 14 April to 2 May 2025 (3 weeks) |
Block 1 to Block 2 | 14 April to 9 May 2025 (4 weeks) |
Block 2 to Block 3 | 21 July to 1 August 2025 (2 weeks) |
Block 3 to Block 4 | 13 October to 24 October 2025 (2 weeks) |
Orientation for new students will be held the week before the course starts