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English Language CentreAbout the
Established 1990, AIS St Helens is largest private degree granting institution in New Zealand, only private business school in New Zealand. Best New Zealand lifestyle Students and staff come from all over the world to study and teach at AIS St Helens. The programmes are focused on the global marketplace and many of the students find work offshore after graduation. Due to the mix of cultures at AIS St Helens, students gain unique opportunities to learn, not only from books and lecturers, but also from their classmates. Many cross-cultural friendships and business ventures have developed within the AIS St Helens family. The English Language Centre at AIS St Helens offer a variety of English courses so they can structure a course which is best for the students' English needs. Students can study General English, IELTS Preparation, TOEIC Preparation, Academic English or Business English (with Academic Writing).
Curriculum: The decision to study English is an exciting one, and the English Language Centre at AIS St Helens guides and supports students through this learning process. AIS' team of dedicated and dynamic tutors in the English Language Centre will ensure students have extremely beneficial and stimulating classes, as well as planned activities and outings after class.
The General English programme at AIS St Helens aims to guide students through English proficiency step by step. Topical, modern textbooks and an interactive classroom approach are used to support students' learning thoughout the courses. Students are assigned to one of the following classes to ensure they are at the optimum level for progress: •Beginners, •High Beginners, •Elementary, •Upper Elementary, •Pre-Intermediate, •Intermediate, •Upper Intermediate, •Advanced
Students are given the opportunity to use the skills they have learned in general class. There is a focus on “real day-to-day” English with topic-based learning and weekly vocabulary and speaking assessments. New Zealand focused text books are used to cover all aspects of General English.
Curriculum: The decision to study English is an exciting one, and the English Language Centre at AIS St Helens guides and supports students through this learning process. AIS' team of dedicated and dynamic tutors in the English Language Centre will ensure students have extremely beneficial and stimulating classes, as well as planned activities and outings after class.
The General English programme at AIS St Helens aims to guide students through English proficiency step by step. Topical, modern textbooks and an interactive classroom approach are used to support students' learning thoughout the courses. Students are assigned to one of the following classes to ensure they are at the optimum level for progress: •Beginners, •High Beginners, •Elementary, •Upper Elementary, •Pre-Intermediate, •Intermediate, •Upper Intermediate, •Advanced
Students are given the opportunity to use the skills they have learned in general class. There is a focus on “real day-to-day” English with topic-based learning and weekly vocabulary and speaking assessments. New Zealand focused text books are used to cover all aspects of General English.
* AIRPORT TRANSFER (one way) Refunded after commencement for first-time arrivals *Housing placement fee is just for Homestay. *Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Focus of Study: The IELTS Preparation course aims to equip students with the skills and strategies needed to undertake the IELTS test with confidence and achieve a result of band 6.0 or above.
Curriculum: This course is suitable for international and permanent resident students who are preparing to enter New Zealand and overseas educational institutions and who need to present an internationally recognized assessment of their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Many employers require a similar assessment of a potential employee's English language proficiency. The New Zealand Immigration Service draws upon IELTS test scores when considering applicants for permanent residency.
This is a 12-week course, with each week comprising 23 hours. Students will be trained in interpreting and answering IELTS questions. The first class of the day covers the four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) with attention given to strategies for the various question types and lots of practice using these strategies. The second class of the day has a topic based approach which includes a strong focus on vocabulary learning and retention. Each week a different IELTS topic is covered, including education, health, social issues, families and environmental issues. Students can expect IELTS style speaking, reading, writing and listening all based on the same topic and are tested weekly on vocabulary. Students learn and support each other in a communicative classroom environment.
The IELTS Preparation course aims to equip students with the skills and strategies needed to undertake the IELTS test with confidence and achieve a result of band 6.0 or above. Students are required to purchase the two volumes of the AIS St Helens Academic Word List (NZD $15.00 each)
Focus of Study: The IELTS Preparation course aims to equip students with the skills and strategies needed to undertake the IELTS test with confidence and achieve a result of band 6.0 or above.
Curriculum: This course is suitable for international and permanent resident students who are preparing to enter New Zealand and overseas educational institutions and who need to present an internationally recognized assessment of their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Many employers require a similar assessment of a potential employee's English language proficiency. The New Zealand Immigration Service draws upon IELTS test scores when considering applicants for permanent residency.
This is a 12-week course, with each week comprising 23 hours. Students will be trained in interpreting and answering IELTS questions. The first class of the day covers the four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) with attention given to strategies for the various question types and lots of practice using these strategies. The second class of the day has a topic based approach which includes a strong focus on vocabulary learning and retention. Each week a different IELTS topic is covered, including education, health, social issues, families and environmental issues. Students can expect IELTS style speaking, reading, writing and listening all based on the same topic and are tested weekly on vocabulary. Students learn and support each other in a communicative classroom environment.
The IELTS Preparation course aims to equip students with the skills and strategies needed to undertake the IELTS test with confidence and achieve a result of band 6.0 or above. Students are required to purchase the two volumes of the AIS St Helens Academic Word List (NZD $15.00 each)
Course Information
Class size
10 Students
Schedule
12 Weeks
Course Level
Intermediate
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Minimum age
16
Accommodation
Homestay, On-Campus Dorm/residence
Qualification
•Intermediate level of English
•Pass IELTS class entrance test
Course Schedule
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* AIRPORT TRANSFER (one way) Refunded after commencement for first-time arrivals
*Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Accomodation
On- Campus Dorm A three-level building situated at the St Helens Camps provides accommodation for 120 residents in single, twin and multi-share rooms. The rooms are fully furnished, each with its own study area.
Homestay Many students are keen to experience the New Zealand lifestyle while they are studying at AIS St. Helens. AIS has an extensive list of carefully selected and approved homestay families to choose from and can arrange placement for students who wish to live in a family environment. Homestay students also benefit from the opportunity to practice their English. Two weeks' notice is required to arrange homestay accommodation. Homestay rates cover accommodation and two meals (breakfast and dinner) per weekday, and three meals during weekends and on public holidays. A member of the homestay family is required to escort their student to and from AIS on their first day of study.
Surrounding Area
The AIS St Helens Main Campus is located 10 minutes from the Auckland Central Business District (CBD) in Western Springs, Auckland. Travelling to and from the campus is easy as it is located close to Auckland’s North Western motorway, and train and bus services are frequent. The AIS St Helens Asquith Campus is located just over 5 minutes walk from the Main Campus. The Auckland metropolitan area, in the North Island of New Zealand, is the largest and most populous urban area in the country with 1,377,200 residents, 31 percent of the country's population. Auckland has the largest Polynesian population of any city in the world. Also, Auckland used to be the capital of New Zealand from 1840 to 1865. Auckland has a warm-temperate climate, with warm, humid summers and mild, damp winters. The average daily maximum temperature is 23.7°C (74.7°F) in February and 14.5°C (58.1°F) in July.
Facilities
Library AIS has a library in which students can improve their learning abilities. Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 8:10 – 19: / Friday 8:10 – 17:50
Sports Centre & Gym Asquith Campus has a sports centre in which students can work out and train different sports in order to maintain their healthy school life. Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10:10 – 19:00 Must bring Student ID and own towel
Online VISA Centre AIS provides online VISA services for students’ conveniences. Students can consult AIS’s professional counselors and get their VISA in less than 5 days. CafeteriaAIS operates cafeterias n both Main Campus and Asquith Campus; students can purchase food or bring their own food.
Shuttle Bus AIS shuttle buses run from Oakland City to Main Campus. City Shuttle : Departs at 8:00 and 8:30 in the morning from Gore Street (just on the opposite of I station Residence Hotel) *Main CampusShuttle : Runs three times from 14:15 – 15:15
Activity
AIS offers various social activities for the students. Students can participate in diverse sports activities, including indoor soccer, tennis, cycling, golf and so on. Moreover, students can join many activities such as shopping at a mall, visiting an Asian market and visiting a farm.
Location
Getting to school from the airport
An AIS St Helens representative will be waiting for students in the main arrivals area at Auckland International Airport. Walk straight out the exit into the arrivals lounge. Don't turn left at the Group Tours exit.
If the AIS St Helens representative is not waiting in the arrivals lounge, don't panic! Wait at the McDonald's restaurant to the side of the lounge. Do not go anywhere else - our representative will find students there.
If, after one hour, students still haven't been picked up by the representative, please phone 09-815 1717 ext 811 or 09-815 3770 (for the dormitory office during office hours), or 021 616 282 (for the security staff after hours) to advise that students are still waiting.
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Questions
기숙사 식사제공 문의드려요
By 장서영 [2015-01-04 08:56:02]
Q. AIS 학교 내 기숙사에서 생활하게 되면 식사는 제공해주나요?
하루에 몇끼 제공해주나요?
감사합니다 수고하세요!
A. 학교 내 식당에서 가능하시며 (식단예시)
토스트와 버거의 경우 : $4.50
샌드위치 : $4.50
아시아인스타일메뉴의 경우 : $8 (볶음밥 또는 밥과 볶음 누들, 여러메뉴의 사이드 디쉬 중에서 3가지
음식을 담아 드실 수 있습니다.
커피 : $3~$4.50
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