Who Should Study this programme?

English for 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 the formal IELTS examination
• 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 IELTS is an academic structured programme designed to develop your grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking in preparation of taking the formal IELTS examination. This programme teaches you examination techniques to help you achieve your best while taking the formal IELTS examination.

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

Part Time
10 hours per week + optional 4 hrs per week conversation class or self-study class

Full Time
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

Please click HERE to see the fee schedule.