Certificate of Attainment in English Language
University of Waikato College's programme provides international students, whose first language is not English, with a programme which will develop their proficiency in the four key skill areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Why study the Certificate of Attainment in English Language?
The Certificate of Attainment in English Language (CAEL) is offered at the University of Waikato College, has three levels, from Elementary to Pre-Intermediate. You can enter into the course at a level dependent on your current English level.
Classes focus on reading, writing, listening and speaking English in a variety of formal and informal contexts in preparation for the higher levels.
Degree information
For all tests that we will accept as part of English language proficiency please visit our Entry Requirements page under the Pathways Options tab.
Estimated fees
$6,174 per block
International tuition fees
Approximate annual tuition fees and costs for international students enrolled in one year of full-time study.
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Relevant as of 30 October 2024.
All amounts are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment. Please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees.
Duration
Each level is taught in a 10 week block (23 hours of tuition per week on campus) with one-week orientation.
2024 dates
2024 Block 1
- Orientation Date: Wednesday 31 January 2024
- Block Dates: 5 February to 19 April 2024
2024 Block 2
- Orientation Date: Wednesday 8 May 2024
- Block Dates: 13 May to 19 July 2024
2024 Block 3
- Orientation Date: Wednesday 31 July 2024
- Block Dates: 5 August to 11 October 2024
2024 Block 4
- Orientation Date: Wednesday 23 October 2024
- Block Dates: 29 October to 20 December 2024 and 6 January to 17 January 2025
2025 dates
2025 Block 1
- Orientation Date: Wednesday 29 January 2025
- Block Dates: 3 February to 11 April 2025
2025 Block 2
- Orientation Date: Wednesday 7 May 2025
- Block Dates: Monday 12 May to Friday 19 July 2025
2025 Block 3
- Orientation Date: Wednesday 30 July 2025
- Block Dates: Monday 4 August to Friday 10 October 2025
2025 Block 4
- Orientation Date: Wednesday 22 October 2025
- Block Dates: Tuesday 29 October to Friday 19 December 2025 and Monday 5 January 2026 to Friday 16 January 2026
How to apply
Students can apply online through the University of Waikato College online application form.
Tuition Fees
2023
Fees $5600 per block plus up to $800 Student Services Levies per year*
*Fees are subject to change
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