EC Auckland (former Embassy) English School

We'll be your guide as you explore the English language

 

Learn English to enhance and expand your career options and open up the world of education. The courses offered by EC are suitable for all levels of understanding, and are designed to focus on the area of your choice.

Choose an Academic, Business or General English Course and study in the company of like-minded individuals from all over the world in exciting cities like New York, London or Los Angeles.

With the help of supportive teachers, modern facilities and great teaching materials, you'll enjoy a life-changing experience and leave with the skills needed to pursue your dream.

EC's Orange Carpet Experience was the Silver Star Award winner in the 2016 UK Customer Experience Awards, setting a new standard for student care in our industry. The award recognises organisations for excellence in customer service, and our goal is to continue showing you what it means to be a VIP. From the moment you book with us until you complete your journey, you will always know you're our star!

Here at EC, our aim is simple. We’re here to help you set achievable goals, and give you the support you need to reach them. We provide the knowledge of language learning, the learning environment and social programme you need to make the most of your stay.

Our unique EC Promise means that, as long as you follow your personalised learning programme, we promise that your English will improve.

MyEC is a unique learning tool which starts working the moment you book one of our English Courses. Combining learning materials, testing and communication with teachers and other students,social networking, it enables you to get the most out of your studies at any time, no matter where you are.

Our teaching methods have been honed over 30 years of experience, and are focused on delivering relevant, engaging material in a friendly and inclusive manner. Mix with students from all over the world and learn the mechanics of the language while engaging in lively and interesting conversation.

 


Program

  • English

    General English Take your English to the next level General English is for anyone looking to improve their English skills, no matter what their goals may be. Whether you are hoping to study in an English-speaking college, travel the world or build your career, General English can help you to achieve your goals. Our General English programmes are designed to improve your ability to communicate in all areas of English. You will develop your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills, as well as expand your vocabulary and grammar knowledge. In addition, you will learn about English-speaking culture and way of life. General English is the perfect way to take your English skills to the next level. General English 20 General English 20 (20 lessons per week / 15 hours) will give you a practical understanding of the English language and take you all the way to fluency. See your confidence improve as we train you in all communication skills. General English 24 You get 24 lessons (18 hours) per week of General English including four lessons per week in your choice of Special Focus lessons. This amount is a good balance of lesson time and free time during your stay. General English 26 General English 26 (26 lessons per week / 19.5 hours) This option (26 lessons per week) is only available at our 30+ schools. Combine 20 General English lessons with 6 Special Focus lessons every week. General English 30 This course is made up of 30 lessons (22.5 hours) per week including the General English classes. It also allows you to personalise your course by taking 10 lessons per week across a wide selection of Special Focus options.

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    English in the City Get outdoors and learn English while experiencing the city Experience your chosen destination through its language. English in the City combines 20 lessons of General English with 10 lessons focused on language study inspired by your destination, for a complete intensive experience that is tailored to you and your personal reasons for learning. This dynamic course is your gateway to practical use of English.

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    Mini Group Small class sizes for more individual attention Improve your English in Malta If you would like more individual attention, a faster rate of improvement in your English and to improve your career prospects, this is a perfect option for you. Mini Group class sizes are small, allowing teachers to tailor lessons to your linguistic needs, while giving you more time for the personal attention you need. EC Malta also brings you an exciting mix of academic and social activities to complete your classroom experience.

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    50+ English Course for Seniors English lessons for the over 50s Our 50+ is exclusively for people aged 50 and over who want to learn English, make new friends and have new adventures. This 50+ English course for seniors includes 15 hours of English per week, small class sizes and activities that will help you explore the local culture.

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    English and French - Bilingual Programme in Montreal Study in the unique, beautiful and bilingual city of Montreal Immerse yourself in the cosmopolitan culture and two languages of beautiful Montreal, the world's largest bilingual city. This course allows you to study both English and French in unique surroundings, and with exceptional flexibility. Elisa Gazzola Centre Director Welcome video Contact School: +1 514 939 9911 Bookings: Contact Us Courses from $1060.00 Bilingual 30 23 Jan 2023 2 weeks

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    Academic Semester/Year Study English for 24 weeks or more Highly structured, long-term study Taking the time to seriously focus on your English will open up unlimited opportunities for you. You will develop fluency, accuracy and appropriate uses of English across all four language skills. You will benefit from excellent guidance, monitoring and feedback throughout this course. As your English and your confidence improve, you will broaden your horizons and gain a huge advantage in your chosen career or education. Studying abroad will also give you incredible experiences. You will challenge yourself, become more independent and make lasting international friendships.Reach your potential Taking the time to seriously focus on your English will open up unlimited opportunities for you. This programme is for students who study for 24 weeks or more. True language immersion You will develop fluency, accuracy and appropriate uses of English across all four language skills. You will benefit from excellent guidance, monitoring and feedback throughout this course. Free language workshops Free language workshops take place in an informal setting and give you more opportunities to practice your language skills. Expect interesting lectures, topical conversation sessions and pronunciation practice. Social Activities Social activities will take you to some of the most lively and interesting areas of the city you choose to study in. Enjoy everything from city tours, the arts, sports, dining, and nightlife. Your Academic Year Options Academic Year 20 Academic Year 24 Academic Year 30 Available in Canada, UK, Dublin, Malta, Cape Town USA, Canada All schools Course Entry Requirements All levels All levels All levels Start Dates Every Monday Every Monday Every Monday Minimum Length 24 weeks 24 weeks 24 weeks Course Duration 24 weeks + 24 weeks + 24 weeks + Lessons per week 20 24 30 Hours per week 15 18 22.5

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    Cambridge English Exam Preparation Success in your B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency exam Prove your proficiency The Cambridge English set of exams, B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE) and C2 Proficiency (CPE) are recognised by employers, universities and colleges around the world, and the results are valid for life. We'll make sure you enter your exam feeling prepared and full of confidence.

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    IELTS Exam Preparation Our course will help you prepare for the IELTS and get your best score Prepare to pass the IELTS exam The IELTS course at EC is designed to help you achieve the best possible exam result. Our highly trained teachers will give you the skills and knowledge you need so that when it comes time for testing, you feel confident and fully prepared! Our IELTS course system focuses on the key areas of exam strategy, exam thinking and wider English language skills. We know that the IELTS exam is a difficult challenge and we're here to help you get through it and achieve your goals!

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    TOEFL Exam Preparation Prepare to pass the TOEFL exam Our TOEFL exam preparation course system is targeted to helping get your best possible exam result. Our trained teachers will give you the skills to see what you need to work on to succeed at the TOEFL exam. The TOEFL test is a widely respected English language test. It measures your ability to use English at university level and is recognised by over 8,000 institutions in more than 130 countries, including the majority of North American universities. Study with EC English and you can approach this valuable exam with complete confidence. That’s because our TOEFL course system focuses on the key areas of exam strategy, exam thinking and wider English language skill. Exam Technique Our proven system of teaching has helped thousands of students achieve great results because you only have to study things that you will need to know in the exam. Expert Instructors All our exam teachers have received special training. They also have expert knowledge of the exams and experience teaching English and exam classes. Serious Classes Every day you will study and practise authentic exam questions. Your classmates will have the same goals and attitude as you and your teacher will do everything possible to help you succeed. Unique Teaching Materials We combine the best commercially-available course books with our own materials, developed by people who have worked with Oxford University Press and ETS. Available: all year Lesson length: 45 minutes Lessons per week: 20 (15 hours), 30 (22.5 hours) Minimum level: Intermediate Starts: every Monday

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    TOEIC Exam Preparation Prepare to pass the TOEIC exam TOEIC Exam Preparation courses are training in pure exam technique, and exclusive to EC. For those who are confident in their English language abilities, our goal is very simple: to help you improve your exam result. Your TOEIC Exam Preparation classes will focus on three key areas to help students achieve a great TOEIC score quickly and easily: helpful exam strategies, effective exam thinking, and studying only the English you need to pass the test. Exam Technique Our proven system of teaching has helped thousands of students achieve great results because you only have to study things that you will need to know in the exam. Expert Instructors All our exam teachers have received special training. They also have expert knowledge of the exams and experience teaching English and exam classes. Serious Classes Every day you will study and practise authentic exam questions. Your classmates will have the same goals and attitude as you and your teacher will do everything possible to help you succeed. Unique Teaching Materials We combine the best commercially-available course books with our own materials, developed by people who have worked with Oxford University Press and ETS. Available: all year Lesson length: 45 minutes Lessons per week: 20 (15 hours) Minimum level: Intermediate Starts: every Monday

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    University Pathway Programme Your path to a bright future Improve your English and enter university in Canada This course is for students who dream of studying at university in Canada but do not have the English level they need. The University Pathway Programme improves your English ability to the required level to enter a Canadian university. Choose one of our many partner universities and you will be admitted without a TOEFL or IELTS exam. Learn English Online for University EC Virtual for Canadian University Pathway Preparation Start your journey to Canada from home! Our online university preparation course is for students who dream of studying at university in Canada but do not have the English level they need. Students begin learning online at home with our EC Virtual programme English Level Main Class Special Focus Class Length of Time IELTS Equivalent Beginner General English + 2 Special Focus Class 8 weeks Elementary General English + 2 Special Focus Class 8 weeks 3 - 4 Pre-Intermediate General English + 2 Special Focus Class 8 weeks 4 - 4.5 Intermediate General English Academic English + 1 Special Focus Class 8 weeks 4 - 4.5 Upper Intermediate Uni Pathway 1 English for Academic Purposes 8 weeks 5.5 - 6 Pre-Advanced Uni Pathway 2 English for Academic Purposes 8 weeks 6.5 – 7.5 Advanced Uni Pathway 3 English for Academic Purposes 8 weeks 7.5 – 9

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    UniBridge Pre-University Course Bridge the gap – get ready for University If you're hoping to study at university or want to focus on academic English, this course will give you the skills and language you require to be successful in a university environment. As well as the essential General English skills, you can tailor your course to suit your needs by choosing any of our academic modules. In smaller groups, you could be focusing on researching and writing essays, presentation skills, general university skills or many more. With our built-in lectures, online portfolios, tutorials and ongoing support, you can get a real taste for university life. Your Programme Options Choose to study 20 or 30 lessons per week on our Standard and Intensive programmes. You can also choose supercharge your studies with your choice of one or two additional Modules.

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    English for Work Prepare for an international career Develop the language skills needed in the workplace Take an English for Work course at EC and you’ll be ready to take on opportunities in all parts of the globe. The highly specialised teaching we offer will enable you to communicate in all situations, confident when interacting with colleagues and able to use the English language to achieve highly specific aims. It doesn’t matter what your chosen career is, the intensive English for Work course will equip you to compete and succeed in the modern global workplace. Fluency, accuracy and the ability to express yourself with ease are just three of the many advantages you’ll take away from EC as you begin the next stage of your journey to success. Reach your potential Taking the time to seriously focus on your English will open up unlimited opportunities for you. This course will enhance your English language skills in a manner specifically designed for the workplace. True language immersion You will develop fluency, accuracy and appropriate uses of English across all four language skills. You will benefit from excellent guidance, monitoring and feedback throughout this course. Free language workshops Free language workshops take place in an informal setting and target specific linguistic skills. Expect interesting lectures, topical conversation sessions and pronunciation practice. Social Activities Social activities will take in the most lively and interesting areas of the city you choose to base yourself in. Enjoy everything from city tours, the arts, sports, dining, shopping and nightlife. Lessons per week: 30 lessons (22.5 hours): 20 General English + 10 English for Work 24 lessons (18 hours): 20 General English + 4 English for Work Lesson length: 45 minutes per lesson Course length: maximum of 12 weeks Starts: every Monday Level: Intermediate to Advanced Assessment: ? An entry test on arrival ? Continuous assessment via classwork and class assignments ? 4 weekly progress tests ? 4 weekly tutorials and progress reports ? Exit test

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    Business English Mini Group Focus on Business English in smaller classes Develop the language skills you need for your career If you would like more individual attention, a faster rate of improvement, and to boost your career prospects, then this is the perfect course for you! Mini Group class sizes are small, allowing teachers to tailor each lesson to your needs while giving you more of the personal attention and guidance you need to succeed. EC Malta also offers a fantastic mix of academic and social activities to make your EC experience complete. Corporate contexts This course focuses on areas such as: negotiating, management, marketing, promotional strategies, project management, and business ethics. Flexible and personal Smaller classes allow you to feel an increased sense of participation and motivation. Your course will adapt to cover the specific language areas and skills that you need to focus on. Gain fluency quickly Higher levels of engagement from your classmates means you will improve your response time when it comes to your speaking skills – a skill which is essential for fluency. Build confidence In these smaller groups, you’ll build stronger relationships with your classmates. Your confidence will grow as you have more opportunities to interact with your classmates and teacher. Take this course if: ? You prefer small class sizes with a maximum of six students ? You want to improve your career prospects ? You want to learn the language of international business ? You are Intermediate to Advanced level

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    Business English London 30+ Develop your international prospects For those whose level of English is between Upper-intermediate (B2) and Advanced (C1), and who want an international career in a global workplace. Develop the fluency, accuracy and language you need to work confidently in the international business world. Isabel Ribeiro Centre Director Contact School: +44 020 4512 9248 Bookings: Contact Us £417.00 Business English 23 Jan 2023 1 week

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    Fast Track Flexible English Programmes for Working People Exclusive to EC Cambridge Calling all you Digital Nomads, who have the flexibility to work from anywhere! Study 12 General English lessons per week combined with four private One-to-One lessons to focus on your individual language needs, plus optional Special Focus Classes to really maximise your time abroad. You’ll also have access to office space so that you can work at the same time as you’re studying. This is the course for you, if you: ? Don't have the flexibility to take time off to study, but still need to improve their English ? Wish to network with other like-minded students ? Have very specific learning needs – we can tailor our teaching to your individual requests in your One-to-One lessons Available for all English levels

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    Canadian University Pathways Your path to a bright future Your Pathway to Success Choose to study English at EC Toronto, EC Vancouver or EC Montreal*, and start your journey towards higher education and your future in Canada! Our Canadian University Pathway programme provides you with access to a wide range of universities and colleges to choose from across Canada, including some of the country’s most highly ranked institutions. Studying at a Canadian university or college is one of the first steps to staying in Canada if you wish to do so. Once you graduate, you can be eligible for a work permit for up to three years, depending on the chosen programme and institution, which may help you if you're interested in pursuing permanent residency. *University Pathway academic programme is not available at EC Montreal. Most partners accept the General English programme certificate as an entry requirement. 2023 Start Dates 3 January, 30 January, 27 February, 27 March, 24 April, 22 May, 19 June, 17 July, 14 August, 11 September, 10 October, 6 December FREE counselling and University placement Our team of specialists is committed to helping you every step of the way. You will receive personal guidance and support in understanding the various programmes offered by Higher Education institutions, such as Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's, MBA, etc, choosing a university or college that best suits your goals, completing the application process, determining your current level of English, and in helping you reach the required level of English to join your chosen university.