General English
For people who want to improve their all-round English skills and learn how to communicate effectively.
CCEL’s General English (GE) courses are for people who want to improve their all-round English skills and learn how to communicate effectively. CCEL offers GE at 6 levels from beginner to advanced.
Start dates
Any Monday (or Tuesday when Monday is a public holiday)
Course length
2-50 weeks
Hours per week
Full time - 20 hours (Mon - Fri 8:30am - 1:00pm ) / part time - 15 hours per week (Mon - Fri 8:30am - 11:45am)
Levels available
Beginner to Advanced (6 Levels). Part-time is only available for students 18 years+.
Course fees
2 - 11 weeks: $440 per week full time, $340 per week part time | 12+ weeks: $415 per week full time
An additional enrolment and materials fee applies.
Find out moreSkills Focus
Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing
Suitable For
People who want to improve their all-round English skills and lean how to develop effectively.
What you will learn
- Speaking, listening, reading and writing lessons
- Vocabulary and grammar development
- Discussions of news and current affairs
- New Zealand culture and customs
- Skills for lifelong learning
Placement
You will be given a placement test on the first day of the course and placed in class with other students at the same level.
Assessment
Assessment is continuous throughout the course. CCEL students are tested every 5 weeks and receive individual progress reports.