English for Academic Purposes (EAP) / IELTS

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) / IELTS

The EAP programme gives you the academic skills you need to excel in all the major English tests recognised internationally.  This includes IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC and others.

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Who Should Study this programme?


English for Academic Purposes (EAP)/IELTS is ideal if you want to achieve your own personal goals, further your studies at University level or if you want to meet the necessary level for to gain a visa to work or live in New Zealand.




Programme Benefits 

  • Highly-qualified tutors provide a unique language-learning experience
  • Course greatly increases results in all internationally recognised English tests
  • Attention given to all the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking
  • Provides valuable examination techniques
  • Allows you to meet your personal goals in study and work
  • FREE access to Fern's specialised employment company, "Redfish" when you study 12 weeks or more and hold an appropriate visa
  • FREE use of the computer suite, library and study resources in the Study Centre



Programme Structure

English for Academic Purposes is an academically structured programme designed to develop your grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening and speaking in preparation of taking any of the formal English tests recognised internationally. This programme teaches you the academic skills and examination techniques required to help you achieve outstanding results on formal English tests.


The five key sections covered by this programme are:


  • 1. Grammar/Vocabulary - improve the range and accuracy of grammatical structures and vocabulary
  • 2. Listening - improve general and specific comprehension
  • 3. Speaking - work on all aspects of fluency, pronunciation and appropriate usage
  • 4. Reading - increase speed, accuracy and comprehension
  • 5. Writing - focus on structure and organisation, correct register, summarising and paraphrasing




Programme Duration 

  • Classes start every Monday
  • 12 week programme, though can be studied for shorter periods
  • 20 hrs per week + optional 4 hrs per week conversation class or self-study class




Entry Requirements

Students must:


  • Be 16 years of age or older, AND
  • Hold minimum of IELTS 5.0 or equivalent, OR
  • Achieve the required level on the Fern English Language grading exercise


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