Auckland Institute of Studies is part of UP Education, and the English Language Centre is located on the St Helens campus in Auckland. The focus is on academic English, so students are prepared for successful tertiary study including in the many higher education programmes offered on the AIS campus.
Beautiful, peaceful park grounds in Mt Albert provide you with a wonderful study environment.
Facilities and activities available at Auckland Institute of Studies
The on-campus location provides an ideal environment for English language study, as well as the range of further study programmes offered at AIS. Students are encouraged to use our combined academic and English language library and Learning Hub, as well as our cafeteria to study and to make friends.
Outside the English Language Centre we have a large free car park, tennis courts, basketball hoop and park-like grounds. On-site security and student service officers are available to help with any situation.
Western Springs, Auckland Zoo, MOTAT, and St Lukes Mall are all located close by.
Courses available at Auckland Institute of Studies
AIS focuses on English language preparation for further academic study by offering the New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL) Academic at two levels.
Students develop skills and gain confidence in understanding and analysing a range of academic texts, producing academic writing, and using spoken English in a range of academic contexts.
This academic pathway will help you reach your study destination. We maintain a busy and entertaining after-class activities schedule and students are encouraged to speak in English as much as possible.
The style of teaching and classroom environment
Our passionate, dynamic and experienced teachers are excellent demonstrators and facilitators. They encourage student participation and adapt their lessons to include various learning styles. We have been using the communicative teaching approach to great success for over 20 years.
Accommodation options for international students
For students seeking accommodation support, our homestay arrangement service can help.
A rich student experience
If you are looking to improve your English language in a supportive campus environment, then our English Language Centre at Auckland Institute of Studies is ready to equip you with the skills and experience you need for future success.
- NZCEL L4 and NZCEL L5 pathway classes
- Computer labs, free Wi-Fi and meeting rooms
- Cafeteria
- Free on-campus parking
- Accommodation support
- Further study opportunities on campus
- China
- Thailand
- Japan
- South Korea
- Colombia
- Brazil
- Russia
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English will help me apply for better jobs and enable me to help my country grow. In my work, English is fundamental. It opens up professional doors, and it also gives me personal satisfaction.
AIS has international vision, academic excellence, a wide cultural mix and good facilities. It has excellent teachers, and provides a good learning environment. I practised English, met new people and had unforgettable experiences. I started at elementary level, but with effort and practice, I completed my studies at an advanced level.
I am very happy with my progress, and I thank AIS for their academic support.
- Sara Sofia Rios Londoño
- Colombia
