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Welcome to General English Programmes. Our General English programmes offer an exciting opportunity for people from around the world to learn everyday English in an English speaking environment, integrating aspects of New Zealand culture.
Classes are offered from elementary to advanced levels (including an IELTS preparation class) and you will complete an initial placement test to assess your entry level. An orientation is also included as part of the programme. (All morning classes are subject to numbers).
General English is available full-time (23 hours per week) or part-time for (15 hours per week). You can start on any Monday (except New Zealand public holidays) and study for as long as you like. You will receive a Waikato Pathways College Certificate of Attendance.
To ensure sufficient attention is given to individuals, class numbers will not normally exceed 20 students.
Afternoon Classes (the 23 hour programme)*
The afternoon timetable for General English includes the following options (All options are subject to numbers):
- Option 1: Business English
- Option 2: News and Current Affairs
- Option 3: Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation
- Option 4: Reading and Writing
Schedule |
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| Times | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 9:00am-10:30am | CORE SUBJECT | ||||
| 10:30am-10:45am | Morning Tea | ||||
| 10:45am-12:00pm | CORE SUBJECT | ||||
| 12:00pm-1:00pm | Lunch | ||||
| 1:00pm-3:00pm | AFTERNOON OPTIONS | SELF ACCESS | |||
