English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Long Bay College provides modern and relevant courses for students studying English as an additional language, based on individual needs and chosen pathways. This pathway is available to all students, both domestic and international, where English is their second language.

Effective and relevant programmes help students to become confident and proficient in English. By studying at Long Bay College, students are not only supported in everyday life in New Zealand, but are also able to access the entire curriculum at the school and be successful in their academic studies. 

EAP courses have been carefully designed to provide the framework for language learning, as well as the skills required to achieve at NCEA. All levels of English are catered for, from Beginners to Advanced. Many courses are also NCEA accredited and provide a pathway to University Entrance literacy. 

All students will be assessed for English levels on arrival. Progress will then be carefully monitored, and the EAP teachers, along with the Head of EAP, will regularly review language levels. 

All EAP classes are taught in a positive, inclusive learning environment. 

The English for Academic Purposes curriculum is designed to assist students in acquiring the language skills they need to function effectively in a highly literate, often multi-lingual society. 

Please see the EAP & Languages section of this guide. This is the most relevant and effective pathway for English language learners.