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The New Zealand Certificate in English Language – Academic (Level 5) prepares the student to move into any programme that requires IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0. It provides students with the opportunity to be fully immersed into English Language in New Zealand, ensuring they are adequately prepared for their studies and placements.
Next intake is on February 2027.

Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 5) meets the English Language entry requirements for NZCCM’s Master of Chinese Medicine degree programme.
This programme is at a level comparable to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) high B2.
The New Zealand Certificate in English Language – Academic (Level 5) prepares the student to move into any programme that requires IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0. It provides students with the opportunity to be fully immersed into English Language in New Zealand, ensuring they are adequately prepared for their studies and placements.
Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 5) meets the English Language entry requirements for NZCCM’s Master of Chinese Medicine degree programme.
The programme is intended for learners who wish to undertake higher-level tertiary study, particularly in programmes related to health science. It also aims to meet the needs and aspirations of learners who need advanced academic English knowledge and skills to be successful in future training and employment. This programme is at a level comparable to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) high B2.
A graduate will be able to:
This programme is made up of four fundamental components and two integrated components which cover the skill areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing for academic purposes.
To be admitted to the NZCEL5 programme at NZCCM, all candidates must meet the following requirements:
Note: This programme is solely delivered face-to-face. International students must have a valid visa to enrol in the NZCEL5 programme. Students are not able to study online from their home country and student visa holders are not permitted to study this programme solely via online delivery.
In order to be accepted into the NZCEL5 programme at NZCCM, a candidate must meet one of the following English language requirements:
Domestic Tuition Fee per Year (2027) – $3,570 inclusive of GST per annum — Student Loan Available.
International Tuition Fee per Year (2027) – $8,630 inclusive of GST per annum early payment discounts are available, if tuition fees are paid one month in advance of the start day.
International Tuition Fee per Year (2027)(Returning) – $8,080 inclusive of GST per annum early payment discounts are available, if tuition fees are paid one month in advance of the start day.
Estimated Course-Related Costs – $250 inclusive of GST per annum.
NB:
1: All Fees indicated above are GST-inclusive. A TEC approved fee increase of 6% has been applied for the year 2027 to all figures, as per the funding conditions of TEC and ministerial determination on fees for 2027.
2: Fees and any discounts apply only in the current Academic Year and are subject to annual review by NZCCM Board & Council in line with TEC determinations for fees.
3: Any student studying for more than 120 credits in any one academic year will be charged fees for the additional credits.
4: Any student who has been granted APL (Accreditation of Prior Learning) will be charged on a pro-rata basis of credits issued for APL.
•The February 2027 intake is now open for all programmes, with enrolments available to both domestic and international students.
However, places in degree and postgraduate programmes for domestic students are limited. Therefore, your application may be placed on a waiting list if the available places are filled.
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Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 5) meets the English Language entry requirements for NZCCM’s Master of Chinese Medicine degree programme.
