Graduate Certificate in Academic English at Lincoln University

Lincoln University

United States of America, Jefferson City

University Rank:#407

The Graduate Certificate in Academic English at Lincoln University is a Full Time Certificate program offered on the Lincoln University Campus campus in Jefferson City , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 6 months. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on February 20, 2027.

About Graduate Certificate in Academic English

Sow the seeds for exciting postgraduate study at Lincoln University by preparing yourself with this vital language and study skills bridging course.

Lincoln University's Graduate Certificate in Academic English develops your readiness for postgraduate study. Completing the Graduate Certificate ensures you become eligible to enter a postgraduate programme, and shows that you meet the English Language requirements for admission (equivalent to IELTS 6.5). The programme not only cultivates your English Language skills, but also helps you develop your academic potential by familiarising you with the course resources for your intended area of postgraduate study.

This Graduate Certificate is the only language bridging programme of its kind offered by a New Zealand university, and is also a CUAP-approved qualification. New Zealand university courses generally require an English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5, which is delivered by the Graduate Certificate in Academic English.

If you want to enter the Graduate Certificate in Academic English, but don't yet meet the required English Language admission standard, you can enrol in Lincoln's English Language Programme first.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Academic English at Lincoln University

Entry Requirements

General Secondary Education Certificate, plus one year (full-time equivalent) of successful study at a recognised university, Good passing grades

English Requirements

PTEMin 50
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 60

Tuition and Fee Information for Graduate Certificate in Academic English at Lincoln University

How to Apply for Graduate Certificate in Academic English at Lincoln University

1. Create your MyLinc Account:

Create an account and submit your application in MyLinc.
Use an email that you can access and a password you can remember. We recommend monitoring your email spam or junk folders for account verification emails. If these don’t arrive, contact us for help.

2. Make your study application:

Once your MyLinc account is set up, log in to make your application. Let us know what you would like to study and give us as much information as you can, as this will help speed up your application. You can save your progress and come back later to complete your application.

We ask for information about:

Your chosen study programme
When you expect to start
Your previous study, including your last year of high school
Your English language test results (if English is not your first language)
Other documents to support your application if applicable.

If you are unable to provide your documents in your application, email them to [email protected].

3. Monitor your emails

We’ll keep in touch with you about your application via email and may ask for more information. Once we have everything we need, and if you meet the criteria for your chosen qualification, you will receive an offer letter via email.

4. Accept your offer on MyLinc

After you accept your offer on MyLinc, you’ll receive instructions on how to complete your enrolment. You’ll also get your LU username, password and email address. These are sent via email, so monitor your junk/spam folders.

5. Check any conditions in your Offer Letter

If we require supporting documentation, please supply that as soon as possible so we can move you through the enrolment process more quickly. If we’ve asked you to provide evidence of your identity, read the instructions carefully.

Graduate Certificate in Academic English at Lincoln University

Lincoln University

United States of America, Jefferson City