Are you an international student who has completed Year 12 or Year 13 in a New Zealand high school but hasn't met the UE literacy or English language requirements for university? This programme is designed for you!

Why join the Pathway Language Programme?

• Study over the summer to prepare for university at Lincoln University.
• Experience university-level study and gain valuable academic skills.
• No need for IELTS or other international English language tests. Instead, you'll sit Lincoln University’s internal English proficiency test.
• By successfully completing the programme and meeting the required English language level, students will be eligible to join one of our pre-degree programmes starting on 16 February 2026:
  
  • Pathway Certificate (Foundation)
  • First Year Pathway Diploma (leading to the second year of your bachelor's degree)

Please note: You must meet the academic admission requirements for these programmes.

You will need to apply and receive a conditional offer for one of our pre-degree programmes prior to the start of the Pathway Language Programme.

What is included in the programme?

• English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses covering:
  • Academic writing techniques
  • Academic reading skills and strategies for university-level study
  • Communication skills for university study
• Opportunity to attend first-year university lectures (once a week)
• Campus tour
• Farewell function with a certificate presentation

Dates

Application closes: 1 December 2025

Pathway Language Programme starts on 12 January 2026 and finishes on 5 February 2026 (4 weeks)

Accommodation

Homestays available in Lincoln and nearby areas, with 3 meals per day included.

Fees

Tuition fee: $2400 NZD (including Student Services fee and insurance)

Homestay fee: $1775 NZD (including 3 meals a day)

English for Further Study Award

Successfully complete the Pathway Language Programme and move into one of our pre-degree programmes, and you’ll receive an $1920NZD English for Further Study Award rebate!