Sorena programme guide
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic)
This guide brings together the programme information the institution currently publishes. It does not assess whether the programme is suitable for you.
Overview
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) is listed by Laurus Education NZ (Laurus NZ Limited) as a Certificate at NZQF Level 4.
What you will study
Programme-specific curriculum content is not yet published in the Sorena catalogue. Use the institution link above for the current course structure.
Who may find it relevant
No general suitability statement is published. Admission is decided by the institution after it reviews an applicant's evidence.
Programme structure
Published duration: 18 weeks full-time (62 credits, 0.5167 EFTS).
Fees context
Fee not published by the institution.
Entry requirements
18+ years old; meets English proficiency standard (see below) via IELTS or internal placement test
Start dates
This programme has monthly starts.
- monthly cycle implies intakes after 29 Jul 2026 (e.g. Aug
- Monthly intakes
- Oct 2026) but exact post-July dates not itemised on page
- Sep
- site lists 'commencing May 2026' as reference intake
- site lists 'commencing May 2026' as reference intake, monthly cycle implies intakes after 29 Jul 2026 (e.g. Aug/Sep/Oct 2026) but exact post-July dates not itemised on page
- Not published
Ask our admissions team to confirm the month you want.
Ask our admissions teamCareer context
The institution has not supplied structured career-outcome information to the Sorena catalogue.
What to check before applying
- Confirm the current fee and fee basis with the institution.
- Check the next available start date.
- Review the institution's academic and English requirements.
- Complete the Sorena assessment before requesting individual guidance.