Certificate of Attainment in English Language
If you are an international student who is not currently in New Zealand, you can start this programme online until you are able to join us on campus in New Zealand. Click here for more information.
This programme, offered at the University of Waikato College, aims to provide international students whose first language is not English, with a programme which will develop their proficiency in the four key skill areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking.
The Certificate of Attainment in English Language (CAEL) is offered at the University of Waikato College, has three levels, from Elementary to Pre-Intermediate. You can enter into the course at a level dependent on your current English level.
Classes focus on reading, writing, listening and speaking English in a variety of formal and informal contexts in preparation for the higher levels.
Duration
Each level is taught in a 10 week block (23 hours of tuition per week on campus) with one-week orientation.
2023 Dates
| Block | Orientation Dates | Block Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Block 1 | Tuesday 31 January 2023 | 7 February to 21 April 2023 |
| 2023 Block 2 | Monday 8 May 2023 | 15 May to 21 July 2023 |
| 2023 Block 3 | Monday 31 July 2023 | 7 August to 13 October 2023 |
| 2023 Block 4 | Tuesday 24 October 2023 |
30 October to 15 December 2023 3 January to 19 January 2024 |
2024 Dates
| Block | Orientation Dates | Block Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Block 1 | Wednesday 31 January 2024 | 5 February to 19 April 2024 |
| 2024 Block 2 | Wednesday 8 May 2024 | 13 May to 19 July 2024 |
| 2024 Block 3 | Wednesday 31 July 2024 | 5 August to 11 October 2024 |
| 2024 Block 4 | Wednesday 23 October 2024 |
29 October to 20 December 2024 6 January to 17 January 2025 |
How to apply
Students can apply online through the University of Waikato College online application form
Tuition Fees
2023 Fees $5600 per block plus up to $800 Student Services Levies per year*
*Fees are subject to change
Key information
| Block: | .36 |
|---|---|
| Study Locations: | Hamilton |
| Start Dates: | See above start dates. |
| Estimated Fees* (International): | $5,600 per block |
| Area of Study: | |
| *Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. | |
Degree Planner
Entry requirements
For all tests that we will accept as part of English language proficiency please visit our Entry Requirements page under the Pathways Options tab.
Scholarships and prizes
Visit our Scholarship Finder for information about possible scholarships
Contacts
University of Waikato College - Te Kura Huanui
You can find out more about the University of Waikato College, as well as make an online enquiry if you have any questions about the pathway programmes.
University of Waikato College - Te Kura Huanui
You can find out more about the University of Waikato College, as well as make an online enquiry if you have any questions about the pathway programmes.