Sorena programme guide
NZ 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
NZ Certificate in English Language (Academic) is listed by Christchurch City College 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: 16 weeks.
Fees context
NZ$6,990
(total for the whole programme)
2026 fee, shown as indicative for 2027. The institution has not yet confirmed its 2027 price.
Not published
Entry requirements
Not explicitly stated beyond English proficiency
IELTS 5.5 overall, OR PTE 42, OR successful completion of NZCEL Level 3, OR CCC-approved placement test
Full entry requirements are in the Entry requirements section above.
Start dates
- 16 Nov 2026 (earlier 2026 dates from 12 Jan through 27 Jul already passed relative to 29 Jul 2026 reference date