The University of Auckland English Language Academy

The English Language Academy is the foremost university operated language centre in New Zealand and has a proven track record for enhancing students’ success at the University of Auckland. It prides itself in its team of experienced and qualified teaching professionals who are committed to developing student’s individual language learning needs and their understanding of learning in a New Zealand tertiary setting.

Courses are designed to develop student language and learning skills and academic literacy to prepare them for success at the University of Auckland and their future career. By choosing to study at the ELA, students will be starting an exciting new academic life which will allow them to be a part of one of the world’s top 100 universities.

ELA students are encouraged to join the weekly social activities and special events, organised by our Activities Coordinator. These are a great chance to practice English and meet other students outside class hours. The activities are weather dependent and vary by time of year but can include BBQs, football games, zoo trips, indoor rock climbing, horse riding and even bungee jumping.

It is located in a modern building on the University of Auckland’s City Campus, in the centre of Auckland city. Auckland’s location next to two harbours means students can enjoy living in a large, cosmopolitan city, but still be close to beautiful beaches, nature walks and peaceful islands.