| Course Options (2012) |
| General English |
Entry Level |
Duration |
Hours per Week |
Start Dates |
| Intensive English |
Beginner to
Pre Intermediate |
Minimum
4 weeks |
22 hours
(morning 14h,
afternoon 8h) |
9 Jan, 7 Feb,
5 Mar, 2 Apr,
30 Apr, 28 May,
25 Jun, 23 Jul,
20 Aug, 17 Sep,
15 Oct, 12 Nov
|
| English plus Afternoon Electives |
Entry Level |
Duration |
Hours per Week |
Start Dates |
| English plus Listening & Speaking |
Intermediate |
Minimum
4 weeks |
22 hours |
same as above |
| English plus Reading & Writing |
Intermediate |
Minimum
4 weeks |
22 hours |
same as above |
| English plus Volunteer Work |
Intermediate |
8 weeks |
22 hours |
7 Feb, 30 Apr
23 Jul, 15 Oct |
| English plus Introduction to Business |
Intermediate |
8 weeks |
22 hours |
7 Feb, 23 Jul |
| English plus Introduction to Tourism |
Intermediate |
8 weeks |
22 hours |
30 Apr, 15 Oct |
| English for Academic Purpose |
Entry Level |
Duration |
Hours per Week |
Start Dates |
| English plus EAP (Afternoon Elective) |
Intermediate
to Advanced |
12 weeks |
22 hours |
9 Jan, 25 Jun |
| Full-Time EAP |
Intermediate
to Advanced |
12 weeks |
22 hours |
2 Apr, 17 Sep |
| IELTS Exam Preparation |
Entry Level |
Duration |
Hours per Week |
Start Dates |
| Intensive IELTS Preparation |
Intermediate to
Upper Intermediate
(or IELTS 5.5) |
4 weeks |
22 hours |
9 Jan, 21 May |
English plus
Afternoon IELTS Preparation |
Intermediate |
8 weeks |
22 hours |
30 Apr, 15 Oct |
| Cambridge Certificate Courses |
Entry Level |
Duration |
Hours per Week |
Start Dates |
| PET - Preliminary English Test |
Pre Intermediate
to Intermediate |
12 weeks |
22 hours |
12 Mar, 10 Sep |
| FCE - First Certificate in English |
Intermediate to
Upper Intermediate |
12 weeks |
22 hours |
19 Mar, 10 Sep |
| CAE - Certificate in Advanced English |
Advanced |
12 weeks |
22 hours |
19 Mar, 10 Sep |
| Teacher Training |
Entry Level |
Duration |
Hours per Week |
Start Dates |
TESOL (Teaching English to
Speakers of Other Languages) |
Intermediate to
Upper Intermediate
(or IELTS 5.5) |
6 weeks |
25 hours |
2 Apr,
25 Jun,
17 Sep |
|
General English
|
Intensive English
(Elementary to Early Intermediate) |
You will be studying intensive English full time.
This includes communicative activities to improve fluency and accuracy in grammar
through speaking, listening, reading, writing, and vocabulary development.
|
English & Electives
(Early Intermediate to Advanced) |
You will be studying intensive English in the mornings. In the afternoons, depending
on your English level, you can choose a wide range of elective subjects such as:
|
| Sample Timetable |
|
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
|
9:00
|
|
12:00
|
|
|
|
|
|
9:00
11:00
|
| free |
|
|
Lunch break |
afternoon |
13:00
|
15:00
|
|
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|
|
(22 hours per week) |
|
English Plus Certificate
(Intermediate to Advanced) |
| Speaking, Listening and Vocabulary Development |
Develop and practise intensive listening
skills while improving vocabulary knowledge,
using authentic material from TV and radio,
as well as textbook and internet-based resource
material. Students will be writing dialogues
using real life situations.
|
| Reading, Writing and Vocabulary Development |
Improve general reading and writing skills
using a wide variety of formal and informal
reading texts such as magazines, newspapers
and the internet. Develop a range of reading
skills such as scanning, skimming and reading
for detail. Learn how to plan and write with
structure and cohesion.
|
| New Zealand Studies and Ecotourism |
Gain an insight into New Zealand through
its history, Maori culture, geography and unique ecology, including plant and animal
life. This course includes some class sessions, visits to local attractions, videos and guest
lecturers.
|
| Volunteer Work |
Students may be placed in the Christchurch
community as volunteers: caring for the elderly, helping in schools, in office work, or in
retail and gardening. Students enjoy practising their English and making new friends in the
community. A good level of confidence in English speaking and listening is required.
(Please note: hours can be irregular during this course.)
|
| Introduction to Tourism |
New Zealand has a worldwide reputation for its "pure, clean and green" image.
Learn about tourism; one of New Zealand's biggest industries, in a local context. Explore
the Hospitality Sector, Adventure Tourism, Cultural Tourism and the move to Environmentally
Sustainable Tourism.
|
| Introduction to Tertiary Study |
Aims to introduce students to the skills
needed for tertiary study. The course focuses on academic essay writing, academic reading,
notetaking and oral presentation skills.
|
| Applied Language Studies |
| Aims to build on those skills
learned in Introduction to Tertiary Study.
High-level students who demonstrate motivation and a capacity for hard work may be allowed to
take the course without having done Introduction to Tertiary Study.
A student passing this course would be well prepared for Foundation or mainstream study
(subject to entry requirements). |
Group discussion
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Exam Preparation
|
All applicants must sit a pre-entry test.
|
| IELTS Preparation |
Intensive IELTS exam preparation to cover
the components of reading, writing, speaking and listening.
In addition a four week intensive programme is offered in January and June.
CPIT is the only certified IELTS testing centre in Christchurch.
|
| Cambridge Exam Courses |
We specialise in preparing our students for Cambridge examinations.
Cambridge exams have five components: reading comprehension, writing genres, use of English, listening comprehension,
and an interview. These exams are internationally recognised and offered at different levels.
Many students take these exams for job entry, university entry, or as recognition of their
English level.
- Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) - Post-Elementary
- Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) - Intermediate
- Cambridge Business English Certificate (BEC) - Early Intermediate
- Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) - Upper Intermediate
|
Improve conversation skills
|
| English Teacher Training |
Entry is subject to a pre-entry test or an IELTS score of 5.5 or above.
|
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
(Intermediate) |
This 6-week full time course is for intermediate students. It focuses on
the principles of Communicative Language Teaching and involves practical
teaching sessions. After the course, students may take the Cambridge Teaching
Knowledge Test (TKT) at extra cost. High level students may be able to
continue on to do the CELTA.
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| Customised Programmes |
We offer customised programmes for groups.
CPIT works closely with each institutional group to meet their requirements and student needs.
Please contact us for further information.
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