Canterbury Language College Australasia

If you are planning to enrol for further education in a New Zealand educational institution, you should consider taking one of our academic courses. We recommend that if you want academic study, you should start your course with a period of General English.
Course content for all courses includes:

Simulated test practice
Vocabulary extension
Reading Comprehension
Speed Reading
Test-Specific Grammar Review
Error Correction Tasks and Idiomatic Language

International textbooks are used, as well as interesting and relevant material prepared daily by your teacher.

All courses lead to internationally-recognised English language qualifications.

Enrty Level:	Pre-Intermediate to Advanced
Class Hours:	23 hours, per week + 4 hours supervised self study, per week + Homework and assignments as determined by your teacher
Course Length:	Up to 48 weeks
Start Date:	Any Monday
Age Restriction:	Not available for students over 19 years of age

Who is this course for?
CLCA's High School Preparation course prepares International Students for entry into a New Zealand Private or Public (State-owned) High School.

CLCA offers a protective environment where students can become accustomed to a new culture and build confidence before moving on to a New Zealand High School. The NZ high school system is explained, so that students know what to expect. The course focuses on developing the language and cultural survival skills necessary for academic and social success at high school.

Tutors for this programme are fully qualified TESOL teachers. They are also experienced High School teachers who have a range of specialist subjects.

How will this course help you?
The high school preparation course will help you learn the following skills:

Academic reading and writing (including report writing)
Speaking / giving presentations
Grammar
Vocabulary
Special vocabulary for subjects such as mathematics, science, art, geography and history
Project research skills
Study skills
Learn about life in a New Zealand high school and gain an understanding of the high school systems

Assessment
Student progress is assessed regularly and copies of assessments are sent to parents and future high schools.

High School Placement Service
CLCA is able to arrange placement into both private and public (state owned) high schools. This service is available for all CLCA students who wish to enter a New Zealand high school after studying in our High School Preparation course.

Contact us:
Canterbury Language College Australasia
Level 3, Link Centre, 152 – 156 Hereford Street
PO Box 4425, Christchurch, New Zealand
Phone +64 3 365 1920
Fax +64 3 365 2296
Email: info@cancan.com