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English Language Courses


General English
Standard Course
Course contents A communicative course in general English, covering the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Start dates You may begin your course on any Monday (except public holidays). Choose any length of course from 2-48 weeks.
Course times Mornings only: 9.00 am – 12.15 pm (Monday-Friday)
15 hours per week (3 hours each day)
Number of Levles 7 levels (Beginner to Advanced)
Class size 16 students (average 12)
Minimum age You should be 18 years of age or over, on the date you start your course.
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Intensive Course
Intensive courses are a morning class PLUS an afternoon option. Morning class is for 3 hours each morning (15 hours per week) and an afternoon option (see below) is for 2 hours each day (Monday-Thursday). On Friday afternoon, you can choose 2 hours of self-access study.

Afternoon Options
If you study an Intensive course, you can choose one of the following afternoon options (i) – (x). You can also change options during your course, if you wish. If you do not know which afternoon option you want to study, you can decide when you arrive at Crown. Afternoon options are from 1.15 pm – 3.30 pm (Monday-Thursday). EnglishPLUS afternoon options are subject to demand, and may require minimum class numbers to run.
1. Reading, writing and grammar
Course contents Develops reading, writing and listening skills, with an emphasis on grammar and accuracy. Uses a variety of classroom-based learning situations.
Start date Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays). You can choose any length of course from 4-48 weeks.
Entry Level Elementary to Advanced
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2. Conversation
Course contents A lively option which develops listening and speaking skills, with an emphasis on fluency, communication and the use of practical everyday English.
Start date Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays). You can choose any length of course from 2-48 weeks.
Entry Level Any level (Beginner to Advanced)
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3. Activities Programme
Course contents A combination of educational and cultural visits, sports activities, and a variety of classroom-based and out of school learning situations.
Start date Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays). You can choose any length of course from 1-48 weeks.
Entry Level Any level (Beginner to Advanced)
NOTE: A small additional charge of around NZD 70 is payable each week for entry to activities in this option. This fee will be collected at the school before each week’s programme.
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4. Individual Study Programme (ISP)
Course contents A personalised programme for your individual needs. The ISP uses Crown’s multi-media centre and library, featuring audio, DVD and computer equipment.
Start date Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays). You can choose any length of course from 1-48 weeks.
Entry Level Any level (Beginner to Advanced)
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5. Pronunciation
Course contents Covers all the sounds used in spoken English, with work on intonation, stress and linking. Highly interactive and enjoyable.
Start date Courses begin every three weeks during the year (except public holidays). Courses are in three week modules.
Entry Level High Beginner-Elementary, Lower Intermediate and above (2 levels)
Course length 3 weeks
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6. Writing Skills
Course contents Includes letter writing and an introduction to essay writing. Recommended for students who wish to go on to an Exam Preparation Course or further studies taught in English.
Start date Courses begin every six weeks during the year (except public holidays). The starting
dates are: 5 Jan, 15 Feb, 29 Mar, 10 May, 21 Jun, 2 Aug, 13 Sep, 26 October 2010
Entry Level Lower Intermediate, Intermediate (2 levels)
Course length 6 weeks (minimum study 4 weeks)
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7. English for Employment
Course contents A course for students planning to work in New Zealand. Includes preparing a c.v., job finding, telephone and interview techniques, and useful information about work in NZ.
Start date Courses begin every three weeks during the year (except public holidays).
Entry Level Elementary to Advanced
Course length 3 weeks
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8. English for Business Purposes
Course contents The vocabulary, structure and practical application of English for the business world. Includes roleplays and specialist business vocabulary.
Start date Courses begin every six weeks during the year (except public holidays). The starting
dates are: 5 Jan, 15 Feb, 29 Mar, 10 May, 21 Jun, 2 Aug, 13 Sep, 26 October 2010
Entry Level Lower Intermediate, Intermediate and Upper Intermediate (3 levels)
Course length 6 weeks (minimum study 4 weeks)
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9. New Zealand Studies
Course contents Learn the essentials of your host country. This course will give you a broad overview of the language and culture which make New Zealand unique.
Start date Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays).
Entry Level Lower Intermediate and above
Course length 3 weeks (minimum study 3 weeks)
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10. Screentime
Course contents Examine the use of language in film. The class studies a different movie each week, and includes screening of the movie and review of the screenplay.
Start date Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays).
Entry Level Lower Intermediate and above
Course length 3 weeks (minimum study 3 weeks)



Academic English

IELTS
Standard (morning only) course
Course contents Includes review of exam techniques and study of sample exam papers.
Start date 5 Jan, 15 Feb, 29 Mar, 10 May, 21 Jun, 2 Aug, 13 Sep, 26 October 2010
Entry Level High-Intermediate. Entrance test required. If you are below this level, you should follow an Intensive English course until you reach the right level.
Course length 6 weeks
Course times 9.00 am – 12.15 pm (Monday – Friday)
Exam dates Exams are held regularly in Auckland. Please ask us for details.
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EAP Exam Skills
English for Academic Purposes – Two-part Standard (morning only) course
Course contents Focused study for students who plan to go on to IELTS, other examination courses or to further study at certificate, diploma or degree level.
Start date Courses begin every six weeks during the year (except public holidays). The starting dates are: 5 Jan, 15 Feb, 29 Mar, 10 May, 21 Jun, 2 Aug, 13 Sep, 26 October 2010
Entry Level Mid Intermediate or High Intermediate (2 levels). Entrance test required.
Course length 6 weeks or 12 weeks
Course times 9.00 am – 12.15 pm (Monday – Friday)
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Special courses

“X” Class
Intensive (morning and afternoon) course
Course contents Focused study in all skill areas. Ideal for students who wish to progress rapidly to a higher level of competence. A high work-load course with additional homework.
Start date Courses begin every six weeks during the year (except public holidays). The starting dates are: 5 Jan, 15 Feb, 29 Mar, 10 May, 21 Jun, 2 Aug, 13 Sep, 26 October 2010
Entry Level Elementary, Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, Mid-Intermediate and High-Intermediate (5 levels). Entrance test required.
Course length 6 weeks
Course times 9.00 am – 3.30 pm (Monday – Thursday), 9.00 am – 12.15 pm (Friday)
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Pre-Cambridge Preparation
Preparation for the Cambridge FCE course
Course contents Focused study in all skill areas. Ideal for those students who wish to go to study the Cambridge First Certificate (FCE) course. A high work-load course with additional homework. A Pre-Cambridge course book is used for this course.
Start date Part 1 (6 weeks): 5 Jan, 21 Jun, 13 Sep 2010; Part 2 (6 weeks): 2 Feb, 20 Jul, 12 Oct 2010
Entry Level Mid Intermediate. Entrance test required.
Course length 6 or 12 weeks (The course starting on 5 Jan 2010 is an 11-week course
Course times 9.00 am – 3.30 pm (Monday – Thursday), 9.00 am – 12.15 pm (Friday)
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TOEIC

TOEIC
Two-part afternoon course
Course contents Includes review of exam techniques and study of sample exam papers.
Start date 5 Jan, 15 Feb, 29 Mar, 10 May, 21 Jun, 2 Aug, 13 Sep, 26 October 2010
Entry Level Intermediate. Entrance test required. If you are below this level, you should follow an Intensive English course until you reach the right level.
Course length 6 weeks or 12 weeks
Course times 1.15 pm – 3.30 pm (Monday – Thursday)
Exam dates Crown is an official TOEIC test centre. You may take the TOEIC examination at the school. Please ask Crown for details of exam dates, or visit our website.
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IELTS
IELTS
Standard (morning only) course
Course contents Includes review of exam techniques and study of sample exam papers.
Start date 5 Jan, 15 Feb, 29 Mar, 10 May, 21 Jun, 2 Aug, 13 Sep, 26 October 2010
Entry Level High-Intermediate. Entrance test required. If you are below this level, you should follow an Intensive English course until you reach the right level.
Course length 6 weeks
Course times 9.00 am – 12.15 pm (Monday – Friday)
Exam dates Exams are held regularly in Auckland. Please ask us for details.
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TESOL

TESOL
Intensive (morning and afternoon) course – Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Course contents This course introduces trainee teachers to effective English language teaching methods and practice, and prepares them for the Cambridge Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT).
Start date 18 Jan, 8 Mar, 3 May, 12 Jul, 6 Sep, 1 November 2010
Entry Level IELTS 5.0. If you are below this level, you should follow an Intensive English course until you reach the right level. Entrance test and interview required.
Course length 4 weeks
Course times 9.00 am – 4.30 pm (Monday – Friday)
Exam dates The Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) dates are 27 Feb, 17 Apr, 12 Jun, 21 Aug, 16 Oct, 11 Dec 2010
NOTE: The course contains: 100 hrs classroom study, 40 hrs supervised independent learning and 40 hrs self-directed learning. Trainees complete a portfolio of work. Assessments include practical exercises, tests with oral or written answers, oral and written presentations and assignments.


Cambridge

Cambridge General English
First Certificate in English (FCE), Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) Intensive (morning and afternoon) course
Course contents Includes review of exam techniques and study of sample exam papers.
Start date 5 Jan – 5 Mar 2010, (CAE and CPE only), 5 Jan – 12 Mar 2010 (FCE only), 22 Mar – 11 Jun 2010, 13 Sep – 3 Dec 2010 (FCE, CAE, CPE).
Entry Level Upper Intermediate (FCE), Advanced (CAE and CPE). Entrance test required. If below these levels, you should follow an Intensive English course until you reach the right level.
Course length 12 weeks (The course starting on 5 Jan 2010 is ten-week (FCE) and nine-week CAE/CPE)
Course times 9.00 am – 3.30 pm (Monday – Thursday), 9.00 am – 12.15 pm (Friday)
Exam dates The exams are held after the course ends in March (last exam 6 Mar 2010 for CAE/CPE and 13 Mar 2010 for FCE), June (last exam 15 (FCE), 16 (CAE), 17 (CPE), Jun 2010) and December (last exam 7 (FCE), 8 (CAE) 9 (CPE) Dec 2010).
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Cambridge Business English
Cambridge Business English Certificate (2) Vantage Standard (morning only) course
Course contents Includes review of exam techniques and study of sample exam papers.
Start date 8 Mar – 28 May 2010, 13 Sep – 3 Dec 2010
Entry Level Upper Intermediate. Entrance test required. If below this level, you should follow an Intensive English course until you reach the right level.
Course length 12 weeks
Course times 9.00 am – 12.15 pm (Monday – Friday)
Exam dates 29 May 2010, 4 Dec 2010
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Working Holiday & Volunteer Work
*Only available for students who have a valid working holiday visa
WU6, WU8, WU12 WorksUP (6, 8 or 12 weeks full time English + Working Holiday experience)
Course content a) 6, 8 or 12 wks EnglishPLUS (Intensive) plus
b) An offer of your first paid working holiday job placement
Course achievements English language level certificate of achievement.
Course length You may start the course on any Monday (except public holidays)
Course dates You may start the course on any Monday (except public holidays)
Course times 9.00 am – 3.30 pm (Monday to Friday)
English entry level Intermediate, IELTS 5.0, TOEIC 550 or Crown entry test. If you are
below this level, you should follow an Intensive English course until you reach the right level.
HU6, HU8, HU12 HandsUP (6, 8 or 12 weeks full time English + Volunteer experience)
Course content a) 6, 8 or 12 wks EnglishPLUS (Intensive) plus
b) An offer of one or more volunteer placements plus 12 month volunteer registration
Course achievements English language level certificate of achievement
Course length 6, 8 or 12 weeks at Crown + volunteer placement(s)
Course dates You may start the course on any Monday (except public holidays)
Course times 9.00 am – 3.30 pm (Monday to Friday)
English entry level Lower Intermediate, IELTS 4.5, TOEIC 450 or Crown entry test. If you are below this level, you should follow an Intensive English course until you reach the right level.

Working Holiday and Volunteer work (WU, HU)

Examples of WorksUP jobs: fruit picking, office and clerical work, dishwashing, barista, nanny/child-care (you must hold registered qualifications for this work), au pair, labouring, house-keeping, waiter, cleaning, call centre, telephone sales, distributing leaflets and many more. Current NZ minimum pay rates are NZD 12.00 per hour. This is taxed at a rate of approx. 18-22% per hour.

Examples of HandsUp volunteer work: wildlife conservation, habitat conservation, endangered species conservation, pest control, tree planting and maintenance, team leadership, ecology education, protection fencing, track conservation. Please note that most HandsUP work is outside.

Notes and conditions

WorksUp and HandsUp do not guarantee:

* the type of work or volunteer project that you will be offered. You must notify us at the time of your application if you have a disability or health problem which may affect your work.
* the number of hours of work per week. These are determined by your WorksUP or HandsUP employer and will typically be 20 – 40 hours per week.
* the length of employment or project work. Your Working Holiday visa usually limits each job to a maximum of 12 weeks. Your WH employer will usually ask you to work for 12 weeks. Your volunteer work may be from a single day up to several weeks.
* the days or times of work. These will vary according to the type of work.
* that your job or volunteer project will be in a particular location. It may be in a rural area or another city or town.
* that the work you are offered will be to your complete satisfaction.

Crown cannot be held liable if you:

* are not satisfied with the type of work offered.
* are unable to fulfill the requirements laid out by your employer.
* are dismissed (‘fired’) or made redundant from the working holiday position offered.
* enter into a dispute with your employer .
* are not able to extend your visa / remain in New Zealand for the full length of your employment or volunteer work.

By participating in WorksUP or HandsUP, you agree to indemnify Crown against any claims, liability or costs arising (directly or indirectly) from your participation in these courses. If for any reason, we are unable to place you into paid employment (WorksUP) or volunteer project (HandsUP) after you have been accepted and have paid your full fees, you will receive a reimbursement in full and final settlement of NZD 270. Your Crown tuition and other fees will not be refunded.


Vocational and Internship Courses
Vocational and Internship courses (VSA, VYA, CIP)These courses offer you the opportunity to add vocational skills for your future career, or gain valuable life and work experience overseas. Benefits include:

* a unique study option: Internship with Crown in beautiful Auckland – a life experience to enjoy and treasure.
* career benefits: Enhance your cv with certificates, qualifications and a reference from your internship company.
* cultural insight: Meet and work alongside New Zealanders. Gain knowledge and make new friends.
* flexibility: If you do not have the required English entry level at the time of enrolment you may enrol on an EnglishPLUS or EnglishPRO course and apply to transfer onto these programmes when you reach the right level.

Vocational and Internship courses contain one or more of the following components:

Intensive Business Studies

A selection of papers from: Business Communication, Business Computing, Organisation and Management, Accounting Principles, Accounting Practices, Business Finance, Fundamentals of Marketing, The Economic Environment, Introduction to Commercial Law

Intensive Travel & Tourism

A selection of papers from: International and NZ travel and tourism suppliers, World geography, Timetables, Airline and city codes, Fare types, Domestic and international tickets, Passports and visas, Foreign currency, Package holidays, Cruises, Telephone skills, Selling skills, Interview skills, Introduction to Galileo computer reservation system, British Airways Passport into Travel Certificate

Intensive Hospitality

A selection of papers from: Food and Beverage, Hotel reception and service operations, Practical food service skills, Beverage service, Wines and wine producers, Alcoholic beverages, Viticulture, Taking orders, Food safety, Nutrition, Restaurant reservations, Food service styles and menu types, Barista, Hotel reservation systems, Telephone skills, Selling skills, Interview skills

Internship

Internship is a professional placement in Auckland to practise the skills you have learnt at Crown. Our internship companies are from different sectors of business, travel and tourism and hospitality. Please ask us for a sample list of the internship companies we work with. You may request an internship to use any special skills and experience that you may have. We will do our best to meet your needs. Internship is unpaid and is a minimum of 15 hours and maximum of 30 hours per week. Please note that you may need suitable clothes for your internship. For example, most hospitality internship placements will need you to wear black trousers and a white button-up shirt. Hours may vary and may include nights and weekends. Please contact the college for more information.

Notes and Conditions

  • You may apply to transfer to the internship course while you are studying any other English, vocational or business course. If your application is successful, you must pay any additional fees before starting the course.
  • Before entering the internship section (the final six weeks), you must have successfully completed the first part of your studies with a minimum 80% attendance. If you do not achieve this requirement, we may withdraw you from the internship part of the course. In this case, your Crown internship, tuition, resource and other fees will not be refunded.
  • In entering your internship, you agree to abide by any special terms, conditions and rules set by Crown and the internship company. If you breach these terms and conditions, we may withdraw you from the internship part of the course at any time. In this case, your Crown internship, tuition, resource and other fees will not be refunded.
  • Crown reserves the right to transfer you to another internship company at any time during your course, if, in our sole opinion, a new placement is likely to be more successful. There is no additional charge for this transfer.
  • Crown reserves the right to decline your entry to, or withdraw you from, the internship section of your course (the final six weeks) at any time if, in our sole opinion, the placement is unlikely to be successful. In this case you will receive a reimbursement in full and final settlement of NZD 320 for the internship placement. Your Crown tuition, resource and other fees will not be refunded.
  • Examination course students may need to buy a course book, pay outside examination fees and register for the exam. Please ask the school for details.
CIP 32
Length 32 weeks
Contents a) 12 weeks EnglishPLUS (Intensive) plus
b) 14 wks Intensive Business Studies or 14 wks Intensive Travel and Tourism or 14 wks Intensive Hospitality, plus
c) 6 weeks Internship
Achievement CIP Certificate of Completion and reference, IELTS, TOEIC or Cambridge certificate (if exams are successfully taken)
Date You may start the course on any Monday (except public holidays)
Time 9.00 am – 3.30 pm (Monday – Friday) – English and vocational courses
Times as prescribed by your internship employer – Internship Placement
Entry Level Upper Intermediate, IELTS 5.5, TOEIC 650 or Crown entry test
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VSA
Length 26 weeks
Contents a) 12 wks EnglishPLUS (Intensive) plus
b) 14 wks Intensive Business Studies or 14 wks Intensive Travel and Tourism or 14 wks Intensive Hospitality
Achievement VSA Certificate of Completion. IELTS, TOEIC or Cambridge certificate (if exams are successfully taken)
Date You may start the course on any Monday (except public holidays)
Time 9.00 am – 3.30 pm (Monday to Friday)
Entry Level Intermediate, IELTS 5.0, TOEIC 550 or Crown entry test. If you are
below this level, you should follow an Intensive English course until you reach the right level.
Transfer to CIP If you reach Upper Intermediate level with acceptable attendance during the VSA, you may apply to transfer to the CIP 32 (below). Additional fees and a six week course extension required.
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VYA
Length 38 weeks
Contents a) 24 wks EnglishPLUS (Intensive) plus
b) 14 wks Intensive Business Studies or 14 wks Intensive Travel and Tourism or 14 wks Intensive Hospitality
Achievement VYA Certificate of Completion. IELTS, TOEIC or Cambridge certificate (if exams are successfully taken)
Date You may start the course on any Monday (except public holidays)
Time 9.00 am – 3.30 pm (Monday to Friday)
Entry Level Lower Intermediate, IELTS 4.5, TOEIC 450 or Crown entry test. If you are
below this level, you should follow an Intensive English course until you reach the right level.
Transfer to CIP If you reach Upper Intermediate level with acceptable attendance during the VYA, you may apply to transfer to the CIP (below). CIP 32: No additional fees required; CIP 44: Additional fees and a six week course extension required.
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CIP 44
Length 44 weeks
Contents a) 24 weeks EnglishPLUS (Intensive) plus
b) 14 wks Intensive Business Studies or 14 wks Intensive Travel and Tourism or 14 wks Intensive Hospitality, plus
c) 6 weeks Internship
Achievement CIP Certificate of Completion and reference, IELTS, TOEIC or Cambridge certificate (if exams are successfully taken)
Date You may start the course on any Monday (except public holidays)
Time You may start the course on any Monday (except public holidays)
9.00 am – 3.30 pm (Monday – Friday) – English and vocational courses
Times as prescribed by your internship employer – Internship Placement
Entry Level Intermediate, IELTS 5.0, TOEIC 550 or Crown entry test

Extended Pathways

New Zealand Diploma in Business (NZDipBus) – Extended pathway (EP) programmes

You can enter the NZDipBus with an English level of IELTS 5.0 or 5.5 by choosing an Extended Pathway (EP) course.

These combine NZDipBus papers with special English language courses.

CI 345
New Zealand Diploma in Business (NZDipBus) EP 5.5 (68 weeks full time)
Course content Term 1 (12 weeks): One paper of the NZDipBus plus English skillsTerm 2 (14 weeks): Two papers of the NZDipBus plus English skills Terms 3, 4 and 5 (14 weeks each): The remaining NZDipBus papers
Course dates 1 Feb 2011 – 17 Aug 2012, 16 May 2011 – 30 Nov 2012, 29 Aug 2011 – 10 May 2013
English entry level IELTS (Academic Module) 5.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in Writing


CI 346
New Zealand Diploma in Business (NZDipBus) EP 5.0 (80 weeks full time)
Course content Term 1 (12 weeks): English SkillsTerm 2 (12 weeks): One paper of the NZDipBus plus English skills Term 3: (14 weeks): Two papers of the NZDipBus plus English skills Terms 4, 5 and 6 (14 weeks each): The remaining NZDipBus papers
Course dates 1 Feb 2011 – 30 Nov 2012, 16 May 2011 – 10 May 2013, 29 Aug 2011 – 23 Aug 2013
English entry level IELTS (Academic Module) 5.0 overall with a minimum of 5.0 in Writing

National Diploma in Hospitality Management (NDHM) – Extended pathway (EP) programmes

You can enter the National Diploma in Hospitality Management (NDHM) with an English level of IELTS 5.0 or
5.5 by choosing an Extended Pathway (EP) course.

These combine NDHM papers with special English language courses.

CI 445
National Diploma in Hospitality Management EP 5.5 (68 weeks full time)
Course content Term 1 (12 weeks):English skillsTerms 2, 3, 4 and 5 (14 weeks each): The remaining NDHM papers
Course dates 1 Feb 2011 – 17 Aug 2012, 16 May 2011 – 30 Nov 2012, 29 Aug 2011 – 10 May 2013
English entry level Upper Intermediate, IELTS (Academic Module) 5.5 overall with a minimum of 5.0 in writing, or TOEIC 650 or Crown entry test
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CI 446
National Diploma in Hospitality Management EP 5.0 (80 weeks full time)
Course content Term 1 (12 weeks): English skillsTerm 2 (12 weeks): English skills

Terms 3, 4, 5 and 6 (14 weeks each): The remaining NDHM papers
Course dates 1 Feb 2011 – 30 Nov 2012, 16 May 2011 – 10 May 2013, 29 Aug 2011 – 23 Aug 2013
English entry level Intermediate, IELTS (Academic Module) 5.0 overall with a minimum of 5.0 in writing, orTOEIC 550 or Crown entry test

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