English for Pre-Intermediate

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English for Pre-Intermediate

Purpose

This Micro-credential is focused on learning Pre-intermediate English in the components of listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is designed to be equivalent to the B1 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

The English for Pre-intermediate Learners (Micro-credential) Micro-credential introduces the target learners to understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.; deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken; enter unprepared into conversations on topics that are familiar; connect phrases in a simple way to describe experiences and events, his/her dreams, hopes and ambitions; narrate a story or relate the plot of a book or film and describe his/her reactions; and write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of a personal interest.

This Micro-credential is oriented to learners who want to learn English as a second language after completing the elementary level. The Micro-credential targets new migrants, refugees, New Zealanders who have limited English competencies and students who like to improve their English for academic and employment purpose.

Delivery mode

Face to Face

Program Outcomes

At the end of this Micro-credential learners will be able to:

  • Understand the main points of clear standard speech on reasonably familiar topics.
  • Participate with some confidence in conversations on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or on everyday life.
  • Understand written texts that consist mainly of high frequency every day or job-related language.
  • Write simple connected texts on reasonably familiar topics.
Entry Requirements
  • Domestic learners: Learners must be 16 years old
  • International learners: Learners must have valid visa, appropriate travel and medical insurance.
  • All learners will be subjected to an English competencies test before they are placed into a class to ensure they are at the appropriate English level for their learning.