Unique New Zealand, Auckland, New Zealand
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General Information on Unique New Zealand
The language school Unique New Zealand was founded in Auckland, New Zealand in 1989. The campuses are located on Browns Bay Beach, less than one minute's walk from the Pacific Ocean and approximately 40 minutes from the Auckland CBD. The school address is: 1 Clyde Rd, 0630 Auckland (New Zealand).
Facilities
Kitchen for student use, fridge for student use, microwave for student use, computer lab, free after-class access to language learning software, lounge, balcony / terrace, library, movie room, games room, student support desk, copy machine, printer for student use, table tennis, free WIFI, free water dispenser
Facilities for disabled students
Disabled toilet, disabled car park, wheelchair access to cafeteria, wheelchair access to classroom, wheelchair access to reception
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning, heating in all classrooms.
Ample natural light in most classrooms.
TV, electronic whiteboard in some classrooms.
Accreditations and Quality seals of Unique New Zealand, Auckland
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Auckland. It takes 40 minutes by car/shuttle to school.
| Number of classrooms: | 25 | |
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| Number of public workstations: | 30 | |
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 120 Adult courses throughout the year: 80 Junior courses in summer: 150 Junior courses throughout the year: 60 | |
| Average no. of levels: | Adult courses in summer: 5 Adult courses throughout the year: 5 | |
| English teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree 100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 18 years throughout the year: 22 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 18 years 8 years for specific Junior courses | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 5 % China 15 % Germany 5 % France 5 % | Italy 2 % Japan 15 % Korea 13 % Switzerland 3 % Spain 4 % |
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.
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 25 | [+] |
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| Price in NZ$ | 390 | 780 | 1170 | 1560 | 2340 | 3120 | 3900 | 4680 | 8880 | 8750 | 370 |
| Morning classes focus on core vocabulary, grammar, listening and reading comprehension, writing, conversation and general skills for living and working in an English speaking environment. Afternoon classes focus on fluency and the practical application of everyday English. | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:15 - 12:15 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in NZ$ | 290 | 580 | 870 | 1160 | 1450 | 1740 | 2030 | 2320 | 2900 | 3480 | 290 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:15 - 12:15 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in NZ$ | -- | 1020 | 1560 | 2080 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Students study in Junior English or Teen General English in the mornings and then go out on various activities around the greater Auckland area in the afternoons. Activities include: horse riding, Auckland Museum, Sky Tower, ice skating, Tree Adventures, Snowplanet and so on. This programme runs in January, February, March, June, July and August. It is a 4 week rotational programme.It is also possible to book the course without activities. | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | Every Monday . Course not available: 01.Apr.2013 - 31.May.2013, 02.Sep.2013 - 31.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:15 - 12:15 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in NZ$ | -- | 780 | 1170 | 1560 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| This programme runs in conjunction with the morning General English programme. Start dates vary according to demand. | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:15 - 12:15 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in NZ$ | -- | 780 | 1170 | 1560 | 1950 | 2340 | 2730 | 3120 | 3900 | 4680 | 370 |
| Cambridge FCE is an afternoon course. Students can choose either IELTS Preparation or General English in the mornings. | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | 2013: 04.Mar.2013, 02.Sep.2013. | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:15 - 12:15 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 0 | [+] |
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| Price in NZ$ | 390 | 780 | 1170 | 1560 | 2340 | 3120 | 3900 | 4680 | 4810 | 8750 | 370 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:15 - 12:15 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | ||||||||||
| Note: All courses offered by Unique New Zealand, Auckland can be booked online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
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| Lesson duration (minutes): | 60 minutes |
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| School's administrative fee: | 200.00 NZ$ |
| Individual classes: | Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 90 NZ$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses. |
| Exams offered: | IELTS , Cambridge First |
| Average examination results: | 6.0 at IELTS 100% at Cambridge First |
| Language school closed: | In 2013 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2013, 02.Jan.2013, 28.Jan.2013, 06.Feb.2013, 29.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 25.Apr.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 28.Oct.2013, 25.Dec.2013, 26.Dec.2013 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | English, German, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Russian, Thai, Japanese, Czech, Italian, Arabic |
4. Accommodation
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
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| Price in NZ$ | 240 | 480 | 720 | 960 | 240 | 175 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Some of the families are a short bus ride away. Younger students (aged 13 or under)are usually driven to and from Unique by their homestay parents. Distance from school: 15 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Heating, Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 34 NZ$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | |||||||
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | no |
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| Single room | always |
| Optional airport transfer: | Auckland International (AKL): for 70 NZ$ (one way) Taxi costs about 60 NZ$ to the city center |
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing |  | 1 km | ||
| Diving | | 10 km | ||
| Golf | | 5 km | ||
| Horse riding | | 25 km | ||
| Mountainbiking | | 25 km | ||
| Music | | 1 km | ||
| Sailing | | 1 km | ||
| Skiing | | 200 km | ||
| Squash | | 1 km | ||
| Tennis | | 1 km | ||
| Volleyball | | 1 km | ||
| Windsurfing | | 1 km |
| Overall rating |  4.4/5.0 (17 reviews) |
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| City | 4.2/5.0 |
| Organisation | 4.6/5.0 |
| Facilities | 4.1/5.0 |
| Social activities | 4.3/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 4.5/5.0 |
| Value for money | 4.1/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family | 4.4/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 4.0/5.0 |
| Other | 4.0/5.0 |
| Students liked about Unique New Zealand, Auckland | |
| "I enjoyed afternoon activities" - Cervera (13 years) | |
| "The atmosphere and how to learn. The school activities " - Amelie (22 years) | |
| "Its location" - Rodrigue (32 years) | |
| "The activities" - Sergio (12 years) | |
| All 17 reviews of Unique New Zealand | |
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