(for local and international students)
Improve your English language skills for free*
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Duration and study methods
Full-time for 16 teaching weeks, part-time available.
The maximum time to complete this programme is 2 years. -
Start dates
February, May, July, October
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Qualification
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 2)Programme code: NZ1881 -
Credits
60 -
Locations
MIT Ōtara
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Domestic fees
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International fees
NZD $10,000 (approx.)
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Free* study
Programme highlights
Improve your English language skills.
This programme is for local and international students. You need to have a basic understanding of the English language.
You will learn how to get better at speaking English. You will also learn how to read simple pieces of writing and write in clear sentences.
Entry requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry criteria:
- Have New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 1);
OR
- A level comparable to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) A2
There is no IELTS equivalent for this level.
Selection requirements
Applicants will be selected in order of completed applications received
Special & discretionary admission
Any ākonga who is 20 years of age or older and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme is eligible for Special Admission. Te Pūkenga works with the ākonga to ensure they are prepared for their intended programme. Any ākonga who is not yet 20 years of age and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme may be eligible for Discretionary Admission. In assessing whether to grant Discretionary Admission, the delegated authority focuses on the applicant’s level of preparedness for their intended programme.
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Programme structure
You will need to complete four (15 credit) compulsory courses:
844.231 Speaking and listening 1 (15 credits)
This course will enable you to understand and use basic language in familiar situations to engage in routine tasks, social encounters and exchanges of information with emerging fluency and accuracy.
844.232 Speaking and listening 2 (15 credits)
This course will enable you to understand and use basic language in familiar situations to engage in routine tasks, social encounters and exchanges of information with emerging fluency and accuracy.
844.220 Reading and writing 1 (15 credits)
Learn to read and understand simple texts on routine topics and identify specific predictable information in short texts.
844.221 Reading and writing 2 (15 credits)
Learn to read and understand simple texts on familiar topics and identify specific predictable information in short texts.
Do you want to study a single course, without enrolling into the full programme?
Courses within some of our programmes may be offered as an individual Certificate of Proficiency (COP). Programme entry requirements and course fees apply. For more information, please speak to our friendly Ask Me! team.
Further training or study
NZ Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3)
Career opportunities
Graduates of this certificate will have the English language skills to work in positions that require simple face-to-face interpersonal communication, an understanding of simple spoken and written instructions and descriptions and completion of simple forms relevant to workplace contexts.
“My name is Kai Young. I came from China and I studied English at MIT.
My plan for the future is to continue to study English to improve and to get better. I want to be an electrician.
MIT is a great place. There are lots of good teachers and friendly classmates, which have helped me a lot. I am so happy that I chose to study at MIT. I feel supported in many ways, from the teachers, big classrooms, modern computer rooms, and MIT’s own library.
In class, we do a lot of practice and a lot of comprehension. There is also Canvas a student online portal, Canvas was very useful.
As a new student what you can expect is that you will be happy with the choice to study English at MIT, you will improve your English.
MIT will never leave you disappointed."
Kai Yang
MIT graduate
“My name is Ahmed Abu Saleeq. I come from Palestine.
For the future I am planning to finish my English course and then I am looking forward to joining university to be a doctor.
I liked studying at MIT because there are a lot of resources. The teachers are cheerful, friendly, outgoing, and they are helpful. If I needed any help, they helped me.
In the class we had a variety of activities, but we focused on the writing, reading, and speaking. We studied about many countries, and about different cultures. It is a big world of information; it is not just English.
When students come to study English at MIT, they will discover that MIT is a different world. It is not like any other place for studying. You will find people from different countries, students are very friendly, and you can enjoy and relax with them.
MIT has professional teachers, especially in English courses."
Ahmed Abu Saleeq
MIT graduate
“My name is Humera Noor. I came to New Zealand from Pakistan about eight years ago. I wanted to improve my English, so I joined MIT.
I want to be a dress designer. I like designing, fabrics, and painting.
I like studying at MIT because there's friendly teachers here, big classes and modern ways. Everything is very good and that is why I like MIT.
There are lots of activities we do in class, there are our conversations, peer works, reading and writing. A new student will enjoy it here."
Humera Noor
MIT graduate
Ready to put your plans in place?
All Level 1 and 2 programmes excluding First Aid certificate courses will be free in 2025 for New Zealand citizens, residents entitled to reside in New Zealand indefinitely, and refugees and protected persons (under the Immigration Act 2009), of all ages, that are eligible for tertiary study. All free study is subject to availability and funding confirmation. Proof of residency status required. Entry criteria, and some costs, may also apply. Eligibility for student allowances or student loans may vary. Contact StudyLink for more information.
Information is correct as at 4 December 2024. Programme fees are based on a full-time student and may vary depending on your final selection of courses that make up your programme. Where the fees are indicative, the approximate fees quoted in this publication are based on the indicative 2025 fee structure. The indicative programme fees for 2025 do not include the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF). The CSSF is an additional levy to your 2025 programme or course fees. Further information about the CSSF can be found here www.manukau.ac.nz/cssf. Programmes stated as eligible for free study in 2025 are based on the 2024 fee structure and subject to funding confirmation for 2025. All fees are in New Zealand Dollars. You will be advised of the current fees at the time of enrolment. All courses and programmes will proceed subject to numbers and academic approval. Manukau Institute of Technology is part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology. Te Pūkenga is accredited under the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020. International students must study in class and will not be able to enrol for online study options.