Online Academic English (GIE) at International House

Online Academic English (GIE) at International House
The GIE programme develops your English language skills and prepares you for entry into most AUT degree programmes (some health and education programmes require IELTS).
GIE academic preparation and university entrance
The Online IELTS course content supports students working towards success in the IELTS Academic EnglishTest, with up-to-date resources, collaborative peer-to-peer interaction, and personalized feedback similar to a face-to-face class.
- Live online classes and self-study materials using AUT LMS Blackboard and Zoom – including discussions, topic presentations, pair and group work in ‘breakout rooms’.
- Weekly IELTS Exam Reading and Listening practices
- Weekly Individual tutorials on all parts of the Writing Paper.
- Weekly Speaking Interview practice and feedback.
- Small classes: 12 students per online class (minimum 8 students per class).
- Supportive community environment, teachers and support staff.
- Access to AUT online facilities including AUT Library
Modules
The GIE online course content supports students working towards academic success,
- Online GIE Info 26 Jun 2020 with up-to-date resources, collaborative peer-to-peer interaction, and personalized feedback similar to a face-to-face class.
- Live and off- line classes and materials using AUT LMS Blackboard and Zoom.
- Discussions, Presentations, pair and group work in ‘breakout rooms’.
- Comprehensive Feedback on writing tasks.
- Tutorials.
- Supportive community environment, teachers and support staff.
- Access to AUT facilities including AUT Library.
Course content
- The language and grammar necessary for writing, reading, speaking and listening at university level
- Development of skills for analyzing and interpreting language
- Development of knowledge and use of academic English for university level writing, reading, listening and speaking.
- Support in navigating a real- life university culture and environment
Assessment
A combination of on-course assignments and tasks with deadlines plus formal end-of-course examinations and assessments including speaking assessments and presentations
Career Outcomes
The GIE programme develops your English language skills and prepares you for entry into most AUT degree programmes (some health and education programmes require IELTS).
What will I learn?
Course information
In addition to developing your English language skills, you will also learn the academic skills to help you during future study. You’ll develop your skills and experience in:
- Reading and writing academic texts
- Critical thinking skills
- Managing academic vocabulary
- Working in groups to research a project
- Making a spoken presentation
- Taking a formal final assessment
- Once you have this qualification you do not need to sit the IELTS exam to enter your AUT degree programme (except for some health and education programmes).
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<li>Are under the age of 20 years; and</li>
<li>Are a citizen or permanent resident of New Zealand or Australia; and</li>
<li>Don’t meet the University Entrance standard; and</li>
<li>Have received secondary schooling to at least New Zealand Year 12 level (or its equivalent overseas) and completed NCEA Level 2 endorsed with Merit or better. This should include at least 14 credits in each of 4 NCEA Level 2 subjects, at least 3 of which must be on the approved subject list; and</li>
<li>Meet the UE literacy and numeracy standards, or their equivalents; and</li>
<li>Have not completed Year 13 at a New Zealand secondary school; or</li>
<li>Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants must also be selected into the programme for which they have applied.</li><br>
<p>*waived for Year 13 students at a New Zealand secondary school in 2020, due to the impact of COVID-19.</p><br>
<p>Cost of applying for Discretionary Entrance There is a non-refundable assessment fee of $50.00.</p>
<p>The minimum IELTS Indicator requirements for entry to the GIE programme are: </p><br>
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<li>Overall 5.5</li>
<li>Writing and Reading 5.5</li>
<li>Speaking and Listening 5.0.</li>
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<p>Other recognized English language requirements</p>
<p>Use the following table to see what you need to meet the English language requirements through the Language Cert International ESOL, Trinity ISE, Certificate in English for Academic Study (CertEAS), New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL), GIE, TOEFL iBT®, Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) or the Pearson Test of English.</p><br>
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<li>5 January 2021</li>
<li>29 March 2021</li>
<li>21 June 2021</li>
<li>13 September 2021</li>
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<p>Applications will be processed up to the start of the semester depending on programme availability. We recommend applying as soon as possible to have the best chance of securing a place in your preferred programme.</p>
<b>Late applications –</b>
<p>if your application arrives after the dates above Your application will be processed if places are available in the programme.</p><br>
<p>If there are no available places, your application will automatically be processed for the following intake, and you will be advised accordingly.</p><br>
<p>Contact us at ecert@edvantageinternational.com for further information</p><br>
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<li>Reliable, strong home internet connection </li>
<li>Reliable, strong home Wi-fi connection </li>
<li>A dedicated quiet study space </li>
<li>Dedicated time for attending online sessions for 12 weeks</li>
<li>Dedicated time for self-study sessions for 12 weeks </li>
<li>A home printer or access to printing facilities is suggested for producing hard copy texts for reading</li>
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<p>After this discount (around NZ $290), the total cost for 12 weeks is NZ $6086 (or NZ $507 per week).</p>
<p>Contact us at ecert@edvantageinternational.com for further information</p>
<p>AUT offers some of the most comprehensive student services and support in New Zealand – so you know you’ll be well looked after when you study here. Our academic staff are passionate about their subjects and at the forefront of their disciplines.</p>
<p>Many of them are internationally known as experts in their fields, and organisations around the world draw on their expertise for key projects.</p>
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<li>North Campus</li>
<li>South Campus</li>
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<p>We provide a One-Stop-Shop solution servicing all your needs from</p>
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<li>Tuition fee payment, </li>
<li>Visa application (for your next On-campus course),and</li>
<li>Other destination services - insurance, forex, accommodation arrangement etc.</li></ul><br>
<p>through our parent company EdVantage International Consulting Limited. </p><br>
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