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Students are interviewed and tested on their arrival, and allocated to a class that corresponds to their test result and level of English. There are 4 main levels of English at Sheffield , beginner/elementary, pre-intermediate, intermediate, upper intermediate/advanced. Every 12 weeks, students are re-tested, and if they reach the required standard, they are able to progress to the next level. Between tests, students who wish to be promoted can complete a challenge assessment to ascertain if they are able to go up a level.
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With communication, travel and business becoming increasingly international, one language is needed to bridge the gap between different countries and languages. English is the language that is the key to unlocking global opportunities. People these days need to be able to communicate with fluency and accuracy in everyday situations.The Teaching Methodology at Sheffield is skills-based. This means that we teach the 4 macro-skills of Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. Each macro skill is divided into sub-skills; for example, Speaking is divided into pronunciation, rhythm, stress and situational and functional conversation techniques, etc. Vocabulary, structure development and grammar are taught across all the skills. The teaching approach at Sheffield is communicative and eclectic. Students are encouraged to become actively involved in using English at all times to communicate with their classmates and teachers in practical situations. Pair work and group work is promoted as a basis for oral fluency and confidence.
Course length 2 weeks to 48 weeks.
Classes are organised into 12 weeks modules.
Premier Standard- (part time)
| Course content |
A communicative course in general English, covering the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. |
| Course start dates |
You may begin your course on any Monday (except public holidays). Choose any length of course from 2-48 weeks. |
| Course Times |
9.00 am - 12.15 pm (Monday-Friday), 15 hours per week (3 hours a day) |
| Number of levels |
4
levels
(Beginner/elementary),
pre-intermediate
intermediate, (upper intermediate/Advanced) |
| Average class size |
10 students |
| Minimum age |
You should be
18 years of age or over, on the date you start your course. |
Premier Intensive- (full time)
Our Premier Intensive course provides the fastest and most effective way for most people to learn English.
| Course content |
The course concentrates on the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing - vocabulary development, pronunciation, fluency practice, conversation skills and practice extension of exam topics(where applicable),structured conversation. |
| Course start dates |
You may begin your course on any Monday (except public holidays).
Choose any length of course from 2-48 weeks . |
| Course Times |
Morning : 9.00am - 12.15pm (Mon-Fri), 15 hours/ week (3 hours a day)
Afternoon : 1.15pm - 3.20pm (Mon-Fri), 10 hours/ week (2 hours a day) |
| Number of levels |
4
levels
(Beginner/elementary),
pre-intermediate
intermediate, (upper intermediate/Advanced) |
| Average class size |
10
students |
| Minimum age |
You should be
18 years of age or over, on the date you start your course. |
Premier Intensive courses is Standard (morning) classes PLUS afternoon options. You do the Premier Standard course for 3 hours each morning (15 hours per week) and an afternoon option for 2 hours each day (Monday-Thursday). On Friday afternoon, you can
choose 2 hours of self-access study or computer study with teacher's supervision. Total study time is 25 hours per week.
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Afternoon Options - English Skills and Conversation
All afternoon options are from 1.15 pm - 3.30 pm (Monday-Thursday) and
Computer hours on Friday.
Course start dates : Courses begin every Monday of the year (except public holidays).
If you study a full-time Intensive course, you can choose one of the following afternoon options 1-3. 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
SELS.
1. English Skills
Develops reading, writing and listening skills, with an emphasis on grammar and accuracy. Uses a variety of classroom-based learning situations. Develops listening and speaking skills, including pronunciation, with an emphasis on fluency and the use of practical spoken English. English through Media (TV, newspapers, magazines, radio); English through Music.
2. Conversation
Focuses on oral communication. Students practice speaking English through debates, discussions on contemporary issues, class presentations, telephone conversations, interviews, and real life dialogues.
SELS runs other activities based on student demand such as: tennis, golf afternoons and video evenings, soccer, barbecues, picnics and horse riding etc. Sightseeing and other tours are widely available in each city from local tour operators. Ask at our reception for advice. SELS offers its General English students an activity programme every Friday afternoon. The objective of our activities is to provide students with opportunity to:
Practice their English in a social situation.
Make new friends with people from different countries and different cultures.
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Full-time: 25 hours per week
Part-time: 15 hours per week
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Morning Class/Afternoon Class
All courses begin every Monday (except public holiday).
HOLIDAYS
Generally all the courses in the Sheffield School programmes do not include
holidays. However, 12 weeks and less, you may take up to 2 weeks of
holiday, as long as you give our office at least one week's notice
of your intention to take a holiday. Holidays must be taken as
whole-week blocks. We will extend your course to make allowance for
the holidays taken. . Courses of 12 to 48 weeks, holidays only
during specified dates i.e. public holiday or term break. If you
take a holiday by personal reason during the course, there will be
no further extension of courses.
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IELTS is recognised as an entrance requirement by New Zealand, Australia, British, and Canadian universities, polytechs and tertiary institutions. New Zealand and Australia Immigration Services nowadays require IELTS exam.
WHY IELTS? Most universities, polytechs and other institutions in New Zealand and Australia accept scores from both the IELTS and TOEFL tests for entry to their courses, but IELTS is preferred. TOEFL is not recognised for other purposes in New Zealand.
IELTS help improve your overall English ability in the main skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking, whereas TOEFL mainly prepare you for the test.
More details of the IELTS can be obtained from website: www.ielts.org
All candidates are take the same Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking modules. The choice of Reading and Writing modules is determined by the purpose for taking IELTS. The Academic Reading and Writing modules are suitable for those seeking admission to University, Polytech or other tertiary institution courses in New Zealand, Australia or the United Kingdom. General Training Reading and Writing modules are suitable for candidates who are going to English-speaking countries to complete their secondary education or to undertake non-academic training or work experience programmes. The General Training modules are also used for Immigration purposes. The listening and speaking tests are the same for both modules. Each section of the test is marked then given a score of between 0 and 9. The average of these scores then gives a total out of 9. Most Universities require an IELTS overall score of 6 in the Academic module for undergraduate entry, although some courses require higher. Immigration requires at least 5 in all sub-tests of the General Training module.
THE PREPARATION COURSE
At SELS, offers a 8 week-full time IELTS preparation course designed to give students practice in the kinds of tasks common in the IELTS test. It also aims to build skills and vocabulary necessary for the completion of these tasks.
Class work follows the format of the exam (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening), with emphasis on skills like writing analytical essays, describing figures and graphs, reading academic texts for general meaning and specific information, asking questions and participating in discussions, and presenting organised, developed answers to questions.
The programme is restricted to students of an intermediate level or higher and entry determined by a pre-course test. However advanced students do not have to sit the entry test.
Content: 15 hours communicative language development, 10 hours with a focus on the skills required for success in the New Zealand High School system.
THE TEST can be taken frequently in Auckland. There is a wide range of dates available, but you need to book the exam at least two weeks before you want to take it, and it is sometimes difficult to get a booking on the day you want. The test costs between $225 and $245, depending on which test centre you use. You can book and pay for the test by mail or in person at the test centre.
TEST RESULTS will be delivered by mail about two weeks after the test day. The results will show your score in each sub-test and your overall score. If your score is not high enough, you will have to wait for three months before taking the test again.
SELS offers a twelve-week-full time IELTS preparation course designed to give students practice in the kinds of tasks common in the IELTS test. It also aims to build skills and vocabulary necessary for the completion of these tasks.
The programme is restricted to students of an intermediate level or higher and entry determined by a pre-course test. However advanced students do not have to sit the entry test.
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Minimum Age: 16
Course Length: 6 week-full time
Class Size: Average 8
Starting Dates: February 4, April 8, July 8, and October 7
The morning classes -
Focus on reading, writing, listening and speaking related to IELTS practice exercises. Learn how to approach typical tasks and practice in completing them.
Exercise usually resembles the types of tasks found in the IELTS test, although at times other materials may be used.
Afternoon classes -
Focus on topic base, improving vocabulary and general knowledge about topics common in the test.
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This full time course is for people preparing to study in New Zealand educational institutions. It is the ideal preparation for students who need to reach the appropriate IELTS score for entry into university or as a way of preparing for life at an academic English speaking institution. Content: 15 hours communicative language development, 10 hours with a focus on the skills required for speaking, listening, reading and writing and the development of academic study skills, such as lecture note-taking, research via internet and IELTS examination preparation.
Minimum
age : 16 years old for local , 18 years old
for oversea students
Course Length : 10 weeks
Class Size : 10 students |
HOLIDAYS
Generally all the courses in the SELS programmes do not include
holidays. However, 12 weeks and less, you may take up to 2 weeks of
holiday, as long as you give our office at least one week's notice
of your intention to take a holiday. Holidays must be taken as
whole-week blocks. We will extend your course to make allowance for
the holidays taken. . Courses of 12 to 48 weeks, holidays only
during specified dates i.e. public holiday or term break. If you
take a holiday by personal reason during the course, there will be
no further extension of courses.
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