Students are interviewed and tested on their arrival, and allocated to a class that corresponds to their test result and level of English. There are 4 main levels of English at Sheffield , beginner/elementary, pre-intermediate, intermediate, upper intermediate/advanced. Every 12 weeks, students are re-tested, and if they reach the required standard, they are able to progress to the next level. Between tests, students who wish to be promoted can complete a challenge assessment to ascertain if they are able to go up a level. 

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With communication, travel and business becoming increasingly international, one language is needed to bridge the gap between different countries and languages. English is the language that is the key to unlocking global opportunities. People these days need to be able to communicate with fluency and accuracy in everyday situations.The Teaching Methodology at Sheffield is skills-based. This means that we teach the 4 macro-skills of Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. Each macro skill is divided into sub-skills; for example, Speaking is divided into pronunciation, rhythm, stress and situational and functional conversation techniques, etc. Vocabulary, structure development and grammar are taught across all the skills. The teaching approach at Sheffield is communicative and eclectic. Students are encouraged to become actively involved in using English at all times to communicate with their classmates and teachers in practical situations. Pair work and group work is promoted as a basis for oral fluency and confidence. 

Course length 2 weeks to 48 weeks. 
Classes are organised into 12 weeks modules.

Premier Standard- (part time) Course content  A communicative course in general English, covering the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Course start dates  You may begin your course on any Monday (except public holidays). Choose any length of course from 2-48 weeks. Course Times  9.00 am - 12.15 pm (Monday-Friday), 15 hours per week (3 hours a day) Number of levels 4 levels   (Beginner/elementary), pre-intermediate  intermediate, (upper intermediate/Advanced) Average class size  10 students  Minimum age  You should be 18 years of age or over, on the date you start your course.  Premier Intensive- (full time) Our Premier Intensive course provides the fastest and most effective way for most people to learn English.  Course content  The course concentrates on the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing - vocabulary development, pronunciation, fluency practice, conversation skills and practice extension of exam topics(where applicable),structured conversation.  Course start dates  You may begin your course on any Monday (except public holidays).  Choose any length of course from 2-48 weeks . Course Times Morning : 9.00am - 12.15pm (Mon-Fri), 15 hours/ week (3 hours a day) Afternoon : 1.15pm - 3.20pm (Mon-Fri), 10 hours/ week (2 hours a day)  Number of levels 4 levels   (Beginner/elementary), pre-intermediate  intermediate, (upper intermediate/Advanced) Average class size  8 students  Minimum age  You should be 18 years of age or over, on the date you start your course.  Premier Intensive courses is Standard (morning) classes PLUS afternoon options. You do the Premier Standard course for 3 hours each morning (15 hours per week) and an afternoon option - English sklii and Conversation for 2 hours each day (Monday-Thursday).  On Friday afternoon, you can choose 2 hours of self-access study or computer study with teacher's supervision. Total study time is 25 hours per week.

Afternoon Options - Study a full time Intensive course 
All afternoon options are from 1.15 pm - 3.30 pm (Monday-Thursday) and Computer hours on Friday.

1. English Skills
Develops reading, writing and listening skills, with an emphasis on grammar and accuracy. Uses a variety of classroom-based learning situations. Develops listening and speaking skills, including pronunciation, with an emphasis on fluency and the use of practical spoken English. English through Media (TV, newspapers, magazines, radio); English through Music. 

2. Conversation
Focuses on oral communication. Students practice speaking English through debates, discussions on contemporary issues, class presentations, telephone conversations, interviews, and real life dialogues. 

SELS runs weekend activities based on student demand such as: tennis, golf afternoons and video evenings, soccer, barbecues, picnics and horse riding etc. Sightseeing and other tours are widely available in each city from local tour operators. Ask at our reception for advice. SELS offer(s) to all our courses students an activity programme every Friday afternoon. The objective of our activities is to provide students with opportunity to: Practice their English in a social situation. 
Make new friends with people from different countries and different cultures. 
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Full-time: 25 hours per week  Part-time: 15 hours per week

Morning Class/Afternoon Class
All courses begin every Monday (except public holiday). 

GST  (New Zealand government imposed goods and services tax of 12.5%). All tuition fees for classes. The use of texts and learning equipment whilst on the course  and during self directed study time on campus Access to all school facilities and equipment during school hours or by arrangement with the tutor in charge after class hours. Processing, recording and reporting of assessment results and  personal data. Limited free internet access.

Expenses Not Included in your Course Fees:(called personal expenses)
Optional activities after class hours. 
These will be offered on a weekly basis and will consist of similar activities and costing as listed. 
(Note costing may be subject to change) 

HOLIDAYS
Generally all the courses in the Sheffield school programmes do not include holidays. However, 12 weeks and less, you may take up to 2 weeks of holiday, as long as you give our office at least one week's notice of your intention to take a holiday. Holidays must be taken as whole-week blocks. We will extend your course to make allowance for the holidays taken. . Courses of 12 to 48 weeks, holidays only during specified dates i.e. public holiday or term break. If you take a holiday by personal reason during the course, there will be no further extension of courses. 

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