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 is located in 1 Clyde Rd, 0630 Auckland (New Zealand).
Facilities
The school has student lounges, self-access language laboratory, computer-assisted language learning centre, windsurfers, kayaks, pool table and sports equipment.
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.
| 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 | |
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| 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 | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | partly | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 18 years throughout the year: 22 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 18 years 10 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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| Price in NZ$ | 360 | 760 | 1140 | 1520 | 1880 | 2240 | 3040 | 3800 | 4560 | 360 |
| 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 | |||||||||
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| Price in NZ$ | 270 | 540 | 810 | 1080 | 1350 | 1620 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 270 |
| 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. | ||||||||||
| 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 | |||||||||
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| Price in NZ$ | -- | 1000 | 1500 | 2000 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| 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: 02.Apr.2012 - 31.May.2012, 03.Sep.2012 - 31.Dec.2012 | |||||||||
| 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) | |||||||||
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| Price in NZ$ | -- | 760 | 1140 | 1520 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| An intensive business English programme run in conjunction with the morning General English programme. The course is tailored to suit the specific business English needs of the students participating in the course. Start dates vary according to demand. Please contact us for more information. | ||||||||||
| 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) | |||||||||
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| Price in NZ$ | -- | 760 | 1140 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 3040 | 3800 | 4560 | 360 |
| This course is designed for students (adults and high level teenagers) who wish to prepare to sit the FCE. Cambridge FCE is an afternoon course. Students can choose either IELTS Preparation or General English in the mornings. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates | 2012: 05.Mar.2012, 03.Sep.2012. | |||||||||
| 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) | |||||||||
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| Price in NZ$ | 380 | 760 | 1140 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 3040 | 3800 | 4560 | 360 |
| Students develop core IELTS techniques and focus on academic skills such as: essay and assignment writing, academic reading, formal analysis, interview techniques, argument development; and advance their English language level in the 4 key areas prescribed. | ||||||||||
| 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$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses. |
| Exams offered: | IELTS , Cambridge First |
| Average examination results: | 6.0 at IELTS 100% at Cambridge First |
| Language school closed: | In 2012 (including national and regional bank holidays): 02.Jan.2012, 03.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 06.Apr.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 25.Apr.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 25.Dec.2012, 26.Dec.2012 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | English |
| Comments about courses: | Unique New Zealand offers English courses for juniors, teenagers and adults. |
4. Accommodation
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
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| Price in NZ$ | 240 | 480 | 720 | 960 | 240 | 150 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Unique uses quality homestay families who take great care of students. Many of the families are within walking distance of the school. 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. Includes: TV, Phone, 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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| Comment | 95% of the students choose homestay. After an initial homestay period some students choose to share accommodation with local people or fellow students. |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | yes |
| Single room | always |
| Optional airport transfer: | Auckland: for 70 NZ$ (one way) Taxi costs about 60 NZ$ to the city center |
| Overall rating |  4.4/5.0 (15 reviews) |
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| City | 4.1/5.0 |
| Organisation | 4.5/5.0 |
| 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 |
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| Host Family | 4.4/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 3.5/5.0 |
| Other | 3.7/5.0 |
| Sergio (12 years - 21.Mar.2011) The activities. | |
| All 15 reviews of Unique New Zealand | |
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