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Cambridge Exam Preparation (FCE & CAE)

The University of Cambridge Local Exam Syndicate examinations are recognised around the world. Kaplan Aspect can help you prepare for the First Certificate (FCE), the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or the Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE).

When you enrol onto a Kaplan Aspect Cambridge exam preparation course, we will equip you with the skills, techniques and encouragement you need to excel at this exam. Let the mix of Cambridge preparation lessons and personalised Structured Study help you on your way to Cambridge success! Kaplan Aspect offers two Cambridge preparation programmes with different degrees of focus and intensity.

Programme Facts

This programme is ideal if:

• You are aiming to improve your CV and career prospects by achieving a high score in a Cambridge Exam
• You want a good score on your Cambridge Certificate as proof of your English skills - whether it is the First Certificate, Certificate in Advanced or Certificate of Proficiency Exam!
• Programme length: 9 or 12 weeks
• Cambridge Dedicated: 27 lessons per week of which 20 are Cambridge Preparation and 7 are Supplementary Structured Study

Lessons include:

• Cambridge Preparation lessons - These lessons are highly focused exam preparation classes that cover all sections of the Cambridge exam in detail and teach you the verbal skills and test-taking strategies required for success in the exam.
• Supplementary Structured Study sessions: Your personalised structured study plan will enable you to sharpen your exam technique and continue to work on essential language skills. You will have full access to our extensive library of online exercises, course books and computer simulation tests.

Duration: Jan: 9 weeks, March & Sep: 12 weeks.

Study hours: Every week 35 classes of 45 minutes (26 hours)

Tuition fees: 9 weeks NZ$3510 12 weeks NZ$4680

Starting Dates

2008 7-Jan 17-Mar 15-Sep

English for 50+

Study hours: Every week 0 classes of 45 minutes (0 hours)

Tuition fees: 4 weeks NZ$1920

Starting Dates

2008 21-Jan 25-Feb 6-Oct 17-Nov

English for Business

In the world of international business, the ability to communicate in English on a commercial as well as a social level is critical. It is also a skill which is highly valued by employers, with proficient English speakers commanding higher salaries all over the world. When you enrol on a Kaplan Aspect English for Business programme, you can combine intensive English training with specialised business elective classes.

Build your ability in a range of skills from composing letters, emails and reports and contributing effectively in meetings, to understanding telephone etiquette and business protocol. Explore the language required to describe different functions of business such as marketing and finance.

This programme is ideal if:

• You are particularly interested in using your English skills to further your career in the international business world
• You are looking for a programme with flexible start dates and course lengths to fit your busy schedule

Programme length: Minimum 2 weeks

• 35 lessons per week in total (lessons are 45 minutes in length) which include:
• 20 general English lessons: These focus on helping you to communicate effectively and confidently in everyday English. The wide-ranging syllabus will improve your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills
• 8 English for Business electives: These lessons include subjects such as workplace communication, participation in meetings, business writing skills and interview techniques.
• 7 structured study sessions: These sessions help to reinforce what you have learned and improve the areas where you need most practice using a blend of course books, online language exercises and interactive computer programmes

Study hours: Every week 35 classes of 45 minutes (26 hours)

This course starts every monday (except on national holidays).

Intensive Academic Semester / Year

By joining a Kaplan Aspect Intensive English Semester/Year programme, you will have the amazing opportunity to experience English language study in the country where the language is spoken! During your programme you will become fluent in English, gain valuable qualifications and make friends from all over the world whilst greatly boosting your career options. The programme can be customised to suit your needs and goals with options of interesting electives, exam preparation and internships - all in one programme!

You can also take advantage of Kaplan Aspect's Internship or University Placement Service which is available to our long-term students.

This programme is ideal if:

• You are serious about becoming fluent in English and making the most of your year or semester abroad
• You want to enhance your academic prospects and make a positive impact on your career
• You want to take advantage of fantastic savings on the long term course fees

Intensive Academic Semester: 20 tuition weeks

• 35 lessons per week in total (lessons are 45 minutes in length) which include:
• 20 general English lessons: These lessons focus on helping you to communicate effectively in everyday English. The wide-ranging syllabus will improve your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills and confidence
• 8 electives lessons: These lessons vary from school to school but may include Current Affairs, English for Business, Academic English, TOEFL/IELTS preparation, Local Culture, Literature or Film Studies
• 7 structured study sessions: These sessions help you to reinforce what you have learned and improve the areas where you need most practice by using selected books, online language exercises and interactive computer programmes

Study hours: Every week 35 classes of 45 minutes (26 hours)

Starting Dates

2008 7-Jan 14-Apr 23-Jun 29-Sep

Intensive English

The Kaplan Aspect Intensive English programme is the most popular course Kaplan Aspect offers. With 35 lessons of General English, Electives and Structured Study each week, this programme is the fastest route to fluency in English. While the General English lessons focus on practical English and the structured study sessions give you access to a range of additional learning materials, the elective lessons allow you to customise your programme by choosing from a range of specialist subjects.

This programme is ideal if:

• You are serious about improving your general English skills as quickly as possible in the time you have available
• You need a programme with flexible start dates and a course length to fit your busy schedule

Programme length: Minimum 2 weeks

• 35 lessons per week in total (lessons are 45 minutes in length) which include:
• 20 general English lessons: these focus on helping you to communicate effectively and confidently in everyday English. The wide-ranging syllabus will improve your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills
• 8 electives lessons. The elective options will depend on your choice of school and your English level, but may include vocabulary, current affairs, local culture or English for Business.
• 7 structured study sessions: these sessions help you to reinforce what you have learned and improve the areas where you need most practice by using a blend of books, online language exercises and interactive computer programmes

Study hours: Every week 35 classes of 45 minutes (26 hours)

Tuition fees: 4 weeks NZ$1560 12 weeks NZ$4680 16 weeks NZ$5840 24 weeks NZ$8400 32 weeks NZ$11200 36 weeks NZ$12600 48 weeks NZ$16800

This course starts every monday (except on national holidays).

TOEIC Preparation

Study hours: Every week 35 classes of 45 minutes (26 hours)

Tuition fees: 10 weeks NZ$3900

This course starts every monday (except on national holidays).

Vacation English

The Vacation English course allows students to balance English lessons with plenty of fun free time! Lessons concentrate on the four key language skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking - while our optional activities programme will give the opportunity to explore the highlights of your host country in your spare time. The English lessons will focus on practical, everyday English and lessons are scheduled for either the morning or the afternoon.

This programme is ideal if:

• You want to combine English study with an exciting holiday abroad
• You need a programme with flexible start dates and a course length to fit your busy schedule

Programme length: Minimum 2 weeks

• 20 lessons per week in total (lessons are 45 minutes in length) which include:
• 20 general English lessons: focus on helping you to communicate effectively and confidently in everyday English. The wide-ranging syllabus will improve your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills

Study hours: Every week 20 classes of 45 minutes (15 hours)

Tuition fees: 4 weeks NZ$1160 12 weeks NZ$3480

This course starts every monday (except on national holidays).