LSI - Language Studies International, Auckland, New Zealand
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| 10.00 % discount | Special Offers Description: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 4 weeks Courses starting before 29.12.2008 |
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General Information on LSI - Language Studies International
The language school LSI - Language Studies International was founded in Auckland, New Zealand in 1990. The school is located in the first 3 floors of an office building overlooking Myers Park in the central city. It has bright classrooms, and is close to banks, restaurants, cafes, bars, shops and post offices.
Click here for a detailed Auckland city guideFacilities
The school has Internet computers, self-study computers, a library, student rooms with kitchen facilities, support for additional studies, and an open door policy.
Accreditation & Organisation memberships of LSI - Language Studies International, Auckland
We are accredited by NZQA and SGS. We are members of ENGLISH NEW ZEALAND and Study Auckland & Tourism NZ.
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Auckland International Airport. It takes 40 minutes by car to school.
2.1. Language School LSI - Language Studies International in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 150 Adult courses throughout the year: 150 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 6 throughout the year: 6 | |
| English teacher qualifications: | 90 % hold a university degree 90 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | yes | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 24 years throughout the year: 24 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 16 years | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 8 % China 3 % France 5 % | Italy 5 % Japan 12 % Korea 12 % Switzerland 5 % Spain 5 % |
All prices in NZ$ (convert currency) Below the original school prices are displayed. The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.
| 1 Standard 20 CourseLessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 240 | 480 | 720 | 960 | 1200 | 1440 | 1920 | 2400 | 2880 | 240 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 03.Jun, 07.Jul, 04.Aug, 01.Sep, 06.Oct, 03.Nov, 01.Dec | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 2 Intensive 30 CourseLessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 360 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 360 |
| This course consists of General English in the mornings, and classes such as: Exam Preparation (TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, IELTS), Business English, and General English in the afternoons. If students have a Pre-Intermediate level of English or lower, they must do General English in the afternoons. If they have an Intermediate Level of English or higher, they can choose from the options. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 03.Jun, 07.Jul, 04.Aug, 01.Sep, 06.Oct, 03.Nov, 01.Dec | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 3 Afternoon CourseLessons per week: 10 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 125 | 250 | 375 | 500 | 625 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 125 |
| Afternoon classes can be General English, Exam Preparation (TOEFL iBT / TOEIC / IELTS), or Business English. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 4 Private lessons 20Lessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 1480 | 2960 | 4440 | 5920 | 7400 | 8880 | 11840 | 14800 | 17760 | 1480 |
| Lessons are 45 minutes. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 5 Private lessons 30Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 2220 | 4440 | 6660 | 8880 | 11100 | 13320 | 17760 | 22200 | 26640 | 2220 |
| Lessons are 45 minutes. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 6 Private lessons 40Lessons per week: 40 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 2960 | 5920 | 8880 | 11840 | 14800 | 17760 | 23680 | 29600 | 35520 | 2960 |
| Lessons are 45 minutes. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 7 Plus 10Lessons per week: 10 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 740 | 1480 | 2220 | 2960 | 3700 | 4440 | 5920 | 7400 | 8880 | 740 |
| This course consists of two private 45 minute lessons a day that can be added onto your Standard 20 or Intensive 30 programme. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 03.Jun, 07.Jul, 04.Aug, 01.Sep, 06.Oct, 03.Nov, 01.Dec | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 8 Plus 5Lessons per week: 5 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 370 | 740 | 1110 | 1480 | 1850 | 2220 | 2960 | 3700 | 4440 | 370 |
| This course consists of one private 45 minute lesson a day that can be added onto your Standard 20 or Intensive 30 programme. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 03.Jun, 07.Jul, 04.Aug, 01.Sep, 06.Oct, 03.Nov, 01.Dec | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 9 International School YearLessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 260 |
| Duration 24 weeks $6240, 30 weeks $7800, 36 weeks $9090, and 48 weeks $12120. | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 10 Teacher?s HomeLessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 2060 | 4120 | 6180 | 8240 | 10300 | 12360 | 16480 | 20600 | 24720 | 2060 |
| You will be living with the teacher's family and studying in their home. Price includes full board accommodation. Each lesson is 45 minutes. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| 11 Mini Group English for BusinessLessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 5 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 970 | 1790 | 2610 | 3430 | 4250 | 5070 | 6710 | 8350 | 9990 | 820 |
| Minimum of 2 students required to run this course. Focus on Business English. Lessons are 45 minutes. Minimum age 21 years. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| 12 Exam Preparation - TOEFL iBTLessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 360 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 360 |
| 4 lessons of General English in the morning + 2 lessons of TOEFL iBT Exam Preparation in the afternoon. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| 13 Exam Preparation - TOEICLessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 360 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 360 |
| 4 lessons of General English in the morning + 2 lessons of TOEIC exam preparation in the afternoon. Exam fee not included ($300). | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| 14 Exam Preparation - Cambridge First (FCE)Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | -- |
| Start dates 21.04 and 20.10 are for the 8 week course. Start dates 07.01 is for the 9 week course ($3240). Start dates 07.04 and 06.10 are for the 10 week course. Start dates 25.03 and 22.09 are for the 12 week course. There will be a pre-test to see of the student has the required level to enter this course. Books not included ($140). Exam fee also not included ($290). | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: 07.Jan, 25.Mar, 07.Apr, 21.Apr, 22.Sep, 06.Oct, 20.Oct | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| 15 Exam Preparation - Cambridge Advanced (CAE)Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | -- |
| Start dates 21.04 and 20.10 are for the 8 week course. Start dates 07.01 is for the 9 week course ($3240). Start dates 07.04 and 06.10 are for the 10 week course. Start dates 25.03 and 22.09 are for the 12 week course. There will be a pre-test to see of the student has the required level to enter this course. Books not included ($140). Exam fee not included ($290). | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: 07.Jan, 25.Mar, 07.Apr, 21.Apr, 22.Sep, 06.Oct, 20.Oct | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Advanced (C1) | |||||||||
| 16 Exam Preparation - Cambridge Proficiency (CPE)Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | -- |
| Start dates 21.04 and 20.10 are for the 8 week course. Start dates 07.04 and 06.10 are for the 10 week course. Start dates 25.03 and 22.09 are for the 12 week course. There will be a pre-test to see of the student has the required level to enter this course. Books not included ($140). Exam fee not included ($290). | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: 25.Mar, 07.Apr, 21.Apr, 22.Sep, 06.Oct, 20.Oct | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Advanced (C1) | |||||||||
| 17 Exam Preparation - IELTSLessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 14 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price NZ$ | 360 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 360 |
| 4 lessons of General English in the morning + 2 lessons of IELTS exam preparation in the afternoon. Exam fee not included ($295). | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 50 minutes |
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| Inscription fee: | 100.00 NZ$ |
| Individual classes: | Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 74 NZ$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses. |
| Prices include: | Language level placement at first day of course, Free certificate of course attendance, Internet access, tuition |
| Course material: | Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 15 per week NZ$. |
| Exams offered: | TOEFL , Cambridge Preliminary , Cambridge First , Cambridge Proficiency , CAE, IELTS |
| Average examination results: | at TOEFL 100% at Cambridge Preliminary 75% at Cambridge First 100% at Cambridge Proficiency 90% at CAE, IELTS |
| School closed: | National holidays in New Zealand: 01.Jan, 02.Jan, 06.Feb, 21.Mar, 24.Mar, 25.Apr, 02.Jun, 27.Oct, 25.Dec, 26.Dec And also on the following dates 03.Jan, 04.Jan, 28.Jan, 22.Dec, 23.Dec, 24.Dec, 29.Dec, 30.Dec, 31.Dec |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Turkish, Chinese, Russian, German, Italian, French, Spanish, English |
| Languages taught at the school: | English |
All prices in NZ$ (convert currency)
| 1 Hostel shared room (multiple beds) From 119 NZ$ week | ||||
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| 2 Homestay // Single room, half board | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 / Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
| Price NZ$ | 200 | 800 | -- | 185 |
| Full board on weekends. Includes: Half board (breakfast + 1 meal), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 28 NZ$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||
| 3 Homestay // Single room, breakfast | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 1 / Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
| Price NZ$ | 165 | 660 | -- | 185 |
| Includes: Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 23 NZ$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||
| 4 Residence Rocklands Hall | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 4 / Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
| Price NZ$ | 150 | 600 | 300 | 185 |
| Situated in the suburb of Epsom, one bus stage away from down town Auckland. Two large common areas, an outdoor BBQ area and free broadband internet. Payment must be 2 weeks in advance otherwise we will cancel booking. Washing costs $2 per wash / dry. Includes: Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | ||||
| 5 Hostel City Lodge | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 2 / Distance from school: 5 minutes walking | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
| Price NZ$ | 270 | 1080 | -- | 185 |
| If you stay longer than 4 weeks, the price drops to $220 per week. Includes: Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | ||||
| 6 BK Hostel | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 4 / Distance from school: 5 minutes walking | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
| Price NZ$ | 210 | 840 | 450 | 185 |
| $420 bond payable to LSI. Key deposit of $30 paid directly to the hostel. Central, Single rooms w/desk, wardrobe, linen, small fridge. 24 hour managers, students do own cleaning ($3 per wash, $2 per dry), Towel rent $1, extra blanket $3. Payment must be at least 1 week in advance! If you stay longer than 4 weeks the price drops to NZ$189 per week. Includes: Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable. | ||||
| Comment | There are never 2 students with the same mother tongue in one homestay. |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | yes |
| Single room | always |
| Optional airport transfer: | yes, for 80 NZ$ (one way) |
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| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing |  | 1 km | ||
| Diving | | 20 km | ||
| Golf | | 15 km | ||
| Horse riding | | 60 km | ||
| Mountainbiking | | 60 km | ||
| Music | | 2 km | ||
| Sailing | | 5 km | ||
| Skiing | | 450 km | ||
| Squash | | 2 km | ||
| Tennis | | 5 km | ||
| Volleyball | | 2 km | ||
| Windsurfing | | 10 km | ||
| Examples of social activities organised by LSI - Language Studies International: | Tourist activities (Sky Tower, etc) | |||
| No. of evaluations: | 1 |
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