Crown Institute of Studies

English Plus Courses [Standard Course]

ㆍCourse contents: A communicative course in general English, covering the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing.

ㆍStart dates: You may begin your course on any Monday (except public holidays). Choose any length of course from 2-48 weeks.

ㆍCourse times Mornings only: 9.00 am – 12.15 pm (Monday-Friday)

ㆍ15 hours per week (3 hours each day)

ㆍNumber of Levles: 7 levels (Beginner to Advanced)

ㆍClass size: 16 students (average 12)

ㆍMinimum age: You should be 18 years of age or over, on the date you start your course. [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

ㆍCourse contents: Develops reading, writing and listening skills, with an emphasis on grammar and accuracy. Uses a variety of classroom-based learning situations.

ㆍStart date: Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays).

ㆍEntry Level: Elementary to Advanced 2) Conversation

ㆍCourse contents: A lively option which develops listening and speaking skills, with an emphasis on fluency, communication and the use of practical everyday English.

ㆍStart date: Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays).

ㆍEntry Level: Any level (Beginner to Advanced) 3) Activities Programme

ㆍCourse contents: A combination of educational and cultural visits, sports activities, and a variety of classroom-based and out of school learning situations.

ㆍStart date: Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays).

ㆍEntry 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. 4) Individual Study Programme (ISP)

ㆍCourse contents: A personalised programme for your individual needs. The ISP uses Crown’s multi-media centre and library, featuring audio, DVD and computer equipment.

ㆍStart date: Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays).

ㆍEntry Level: Any level (Beginner to Advanced) 5) Pronunciation

ㆍCourse contents: Covers all the sounds used in spoken English, with work on intonation, stress and linking. Highly interactive and enjoyable.

ㆍStart date: Courses begin every three weeks during the year (except public holidays).

ㆍEntry Level: High Beginner-Elementary, Lower Intermediate and above (2 levels)

ㆍCourse length: 3 weeks 6) Writing Skills

ㆍCourse 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.

ㆍStart date: Courses begin every six weeks during the year (except public holidays).

ㆍEntry Level: Lower Intermediate, Intermediate (2 levels)

ㆍCourse length: 6 weeks (minimum study 4 weeks) 7) English for Employment

ㆍCourse 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.

ㆍStart date: Courses begin every three weeks during the year (except public holidays).

ㆍEntry Level: Elementary to Advanced

ㆍCourse length: 3 weeks 8) English for Business Purposes

ㆍCourse contents: The vocabulary, structure and practical application of English for the business world. Includes roleplays and specialist business vocabulary.

ㆍStart date: Courses begin every six weeks during the year (except public holidays).

ㆍEntry Level: Lower Intermediate, Intermediate and Upper Intermediate (3 levels)

ㆍCourse length: 6 weeks (minimum study 4 weeks) 9) New Zealand Studies

ㆍCourse 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.

ㆍStart date: Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays).

ㆍEntry Level: Lower Intermediate and above

ㆍCourse length: 3 weeks (minimum study 3 weeks) 10) Screentime

ㆍCourse 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.

ㆍStart date: Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays).

ㆍEntry Level: Lower Intermediate and above

ㆍCourse length: 3 weeks (minimum study 3 weeks)

English Pro Courses English PRO courses are premium courses for students who are prepared to study harder to achieve their goals. English Pro courses are different from EnglishPLUS courses in some important ways.

ㆍEach English Pro class has a maximum of 12 students (average 10), allowing more individual attention from your teacher.

ㆍEnglish Pro courses have a higher workload. You will be expected to do homework regularly.

ㆍYou should join your English Pro class on the starting dates, and you should enrol for the full course.

ㆍIf you wish to join on any other date, or for a shorter time, the school must approve this before you start the course.

ㆍIf you join for a shorter time, you must still pay the full course fee and resource fee.

ㆍYou must pass an English level test to enter an English Pro course or provide evidence of your English ability.

ㆍYou can sit the test at Crown, or you may ask to sit the test at your Crown retailer’s office. English Pro courses are flexible. You may take them alone or as part of a longer course. You can:

ㆍEnrol on an English Pro course as a single, stand-alone course.

ㆍTransfer to or from English Pro courses during your general EnglishPLUS course.

ㆍSubstitute one or more English Pro courses for an EnglishPLUS course. English Pro tuition fees are the same as for the equivalent number of EnglishPLUS Standard or Intensive course weeks (TESOL courses have a higher tuition fee). You can transfer your tuition fees between EnglishPLUS and English Pro with no transfer charge. You pay an additional resource fee for each English Pro course to cover materials and exam fees (for Cambridge and TESOL courses only). Cambridge FCE, CAE and CPE classes are guaranteed to run for each start date. Other English Pro courses are subject to demand, and may require minimum class numbers to run. [COURSES]

ㆍX Class: Intensive course

ㆍEU Module 1~4: Academic English language preparation for university

ㆍPre-Cambridge: Preparation for the Cambridge FCE course

ㆍCambridge General English (FCE/CAE/CPE)

ㆍIELTS Preparation for the IELTS exam

ㆍTOEIC

ㆍTESOL

Business and Management For a great career in Business, in this fast-changing world, you need the latest skills. Crown Institute of Studies is able to teach you these skills and help you get into that dream job! You can complete the NZDipBus in just 60 weeks at Crown! You may cross-credit your New Zealand Diploma in Business (NZDipBus) towards a business degree at a New Zealand university and possibly complete your degree in only two more years of study! We have a great partnership with Massey University that can help to fast track your studies. Since 1996, Crown and Massey University have offered a fast track to degree success. Students completing Crown’s New Zealand Diploma in Business (NZDipBus) with the required grades can enter Year 1 or Year 2 of the Massey Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) with credits for their Crown papers. The pathway is overseen by Massey University. Click here for more information. If you are not ready to take on the Diploma course but would like to take on some Business papers the The Crown Certificate in Business Skills maybe ideal for you. This certificate is a great introductory to business. It covers a range of topics including small business operations, project management, and small business accounting.

Hospitality Courses Our aim is to help you succeed. To do this, we offer courses that are relevant and up-to-date. Our hospitality tutors have worked in the industry, so they are familiar with the ins and outs of the Hospitality world and know was it required from our students to be successful with in this industry. You will be equipped with all the skills, knowledge and qualifications which will ensure you will be productive from your first day in your new job. Our hospitality courses offer you national and international qualifications and are accredited with HSI (Hospitality Standards Institute, New Zealand) and London City and Guilds (C & G, United Kingdom). Our hospitality courses give you practical and relevant training, including Fidelio, the hotel computerised reservation system. So invest in your future, take the first step, and enrol with Crown today. [Hospitality studies]

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Travel, Tourism and Airline Our aim is to help you succeed. To do this, we liaise with the experts in the travel industry, we ask them what they want from our graduates and then we design our courses. We like to make sure our students are gaining the correct skills and knowledge, which will help them be successful with in the travel industry. Our industry advisors include international airlines, hotels, accommodation and transport providers, tourist information centres, travel agencies, cruise companies, flight attendants, wholesalers and tour guides. Gain your national and international qualifications (ATTTO – New Zealand, IATA/UFTAA – worldwide), with a selection of international industry training courses including Amadeus computerised reservation system, STA Travel Marketing and Sales Certificates, Hong Kong Specialist Programme, Tiare Tahiti Specialist Programme, Marriott Hotel Programme, Hawaii Tourism Kuhina Programme, Blue Lagoon Cruises Programme, Cabin Crew Ticket Online Course, Travel Log and Contiki course.

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