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IELTS - International English Language Testing System

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) assesses your English language skills and is accepted worldwide. It’s often the first step toward studying or working abroad, with over 10,000 institutions and organizations recognizing the test. IELTS is also accepted for immigration purposes globally.

Purpose of IELTS

IELTS checks your ability to communicate effectively with native speakers in the country where you plan to study or work.

About the Test

  • The test lasts 3 hours and evaluates your speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills.
  • It includes a face-to-face speaking section with a native English examiner.
  • IELTS is designed by a team of experts to provide a fair and reliable assessment.

About the Test

There are two types of IELTS :

IELTS for UK Immigration (UKVI)

IELTS is accepted for immigration to the UK, and there is a specific UKVI test for visa applicants. The test format is the same, but UKVI tests are monitored by CCTV or video recording.

IELTS Life Skills

This is for people who need to prove their English skills to work or study in the UK. It includes three levels :

A1 : For family visas
A2 : For visa extensions
B1 : For indefinite leave or citizenship applications

IELTS Results

Results are available in 13 days.
Valid for 2 years.

Why IELTS is Important

For Admission :
Many universities require IELTS scores to assess English proficiency

For Professional Jobs :
Professions like teaching, nursing, law, and medicine require IELTS scores.

For Migration :
IELTS scores are needed for immigration and citizenship in many countries.

English Language Academy - Global Reputation

The ELA is part of the University of Auckland, ranked among the world’s top 100 universities and the highest in New Zealand (QS World University Rankings 2017).

International Connections
Join students from over 35 countries and improve your English with a global community.

Facilities and Support

  • Student services team offering pastoral care.
  • Study Centre open 7 days a week, with a qualified teacher available on weekdays.
  • Computing facilities with learning technology.
  • Help with accommodation and arriving in Auckland.
  • Social, sporting, and cultural activities.

Teaching Excellence

Learn from qualified, experienced teachers who use a communicative approach focused on interaction and active learning through group work and practice.

Direct Entry Pathways

Meet English language requirements for entry to the University of Auckland and other New Zealand institutions. Our pathway courses include:

Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (FCertEAP)
English Pathway for Postgraduate Studies (EPPS)
English Pathway for Undergraduate Studies (EPUS)

CCEL – Learn English in One of the World’s Best Places to Live

CCEL offers a range of English courses in Christchurch and Auckland, including General English, Business English, Cambridge Exam Preparation, and English for Academic Purposes (EAP). Students can pathway into leading institutions in New Zealand, including the University of Canterbury and other partner schools.

English Pathways

Successful completion of the EAP course at CCEL (with meeting academic requirements) allows students to enter the University of Canterbury or other institutions without taking IELTS.

Experienced Teachers

Our teachers are skilled and committed to helping students improve their English. On average, they have 8 years of classroom experience and often participate in student activities outside the classroom.

Exciting Activities

CCEL Auckland offers a variety of after-school activities, including weekly Conversation Club, trips to local attractions, bowling, dinners, movie nights, and weekend excursions to places like Rotorua and the Bay of Islands.

Exciting Activities

CCEL provides caring, experienced host families to help students settle in and make the most of their time in New Zealand.

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