- 28 Years Of Experience - 3 Campuses Over North Island - 9 Programmes To choose from - 30+ Staff Teachers and Staff
ETC Palmerston NorthAbout the
ETC has international and domestic students learning English. Our strengths include the quality and variety of the programmes we offer, our experienced, dedicated teaching and support staff and our commitment to our students. We are engaged with local and international communities. We have excellent networks with universities, polytechnics and other educational institutes.
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
Five different levels: Foundation Level, Level One and Level Two are General English courses. Academic study is available at Level 3 and Level 4. Students will usually undertake 20 weeks at each level. The qualification is approved by NZQA for international and domestic students.
English for Academic Study (EAS)
Ten levels: The first four levels teach general English and the next 6 levels teach academic English and study skills. Students are assessed and start at the best level for their English and required results. General Programmes teach everyday English and preparation skills for advanced levels including vocabulary building and techniques to learn English easily. Students will usually study for 10 weeks at each level. The programme is approved by NZQA for international students.
English Skills Short Course Study
Up to 3 months study, reading, writing, speaking and listening. Full-time or Part-time study. Visitor visa required.
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
Five different levels: Foundation Level, Level One and Level Two are General English courses. Academic study is available at Level 3 and Level 4. Students will usually undertake 20 weeks at each level. The qualification is approved by NZQA for international and domestic students.
English for Academic Study (EAS)
Ten levels: The first four levels teach general English and the next 6 levels teach academic English and study skills. Students are assessed and start at the best level for their English and required results. General Programmes teach everyday English and preparation skills for advanced levels including vocabulary building and techniques to learn English easily. Students will usually study for 10 weeks at each level. The programme is approved by NZQA for international students.
English Skills Short Course Study
Up to 3 months study, reading, writing, speaking and listening. Full-time or Part-time study. Visitor visa required.
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Fees
School's Admin fee
Tuition
1 ~ 12 Week
13 ~ 24 Week
25 ~ 40 Week
41 ~ 52 Week
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(NZD)$ 450 / Week
(NZD)$ 435 / Week
(NZD)$ 400 / Week
(NZD)$ 380 / Week
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Housing Placement
Accommodation Fee
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Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Airport Pickup
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Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Surrounding Area
Known as New Zealand’s Student City, Palmerston North has a population of over 88,000. Massey University’s main campus is located here. The city has excellent high schools and other tertiary institutes. The city is in Manawatu, the centre of the North Island, with close proximity to Wellington (150 km; 2 hours by car), the famous Tongariro National Park ski fields and Lake Taupo (270 km; 3 hours by car), New Zealand’s Art Deco capital, Napier (2 hours by car), and rural Taranaki (3 hours by car). There are transport links (road, bus, and plane) to popular tourist centres further afield such as Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown for weekend travel. Surrounding Palmerston North city you will find beautiful farmland blended with walking tracks in the Tararua and Ruahine Ranges. There is a citywide cycle track and local beaches are 30 minutes (by car) away.
Facilities
ETC is Palmerston North’s largest English language school. The spacious campus has 15 classrooms, 3 computer suites with free internet access, 2 student lounges, a student library and 2 kitchens equipped with cooking facilities and free tea and coffee. The recreation space offers table tennis and a pool table. Balconies overlooking an inner city park and the main shopping and restaurant district are great for relaxing with classmates and have outdoor furniture so students can relax and socialise outside of class time. ETC Palmerston North is one of a few internationally selected Pre IELTS Testing Centres where students are able to trial IELTS reading and listening tests without any cost. The ETC student card gives free access to public transport around Palmerston North.
Activity
Activities which take place during class time are usually free (Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm). We try to keep weekly and monthly activities free, however should an entrance or hiring fee be charged at the venue, students may have to cover the cost. If activities are taking place out of CBD boundaries and require transport costs students may be ask to pay a transportation fee. Posters containing information regarding the activity, including estimated cost are put on the activity board weekly. Should a student decide to sign up for an activity, it is their responsibility to check if a cost is involved.
Getting to the school from the airport
Our staff can pick students up at the airport and drop them off at their accommodation. A small fee may apply. Please enquire with our support staff.
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