2024年度小樽商科大学ギャップイヤープログラム（海外派遣プログラム）
派遣先2．オタゴ大学イングリッシュランゲージセンター

UNIVERSITY OF OTAGOENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE AGREEMENTWITHOTARU UNIVERSITY OF COMMERCE
2024

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The University of Otago English Language Centre will: ........................................................... 3
Programme Dates for Otaru University of Commerce ............................................................ 4
Programme Fees for Otaru University of Commerce .............................................................. 4
Notes to Fees .......................................................................................................................................... 5

Agreement Signed for Otaru University of Commerce............................................................ 7
Agreement Signed for The University of Otago English Language Centre................................ 7
1.

Resources and Facilities .................................................................................................. 8Modern Teaching Facilities...................................................................................................................... 8Student Support ...................................................................................................................................... 8
Full Access to University Facilities ........................................................................................................... 8Internet Access ........................................................................................................................................ 8
High-Quality Homestay Programme ........................................................................................................ 8
Small Class Sizes ...................................................................................................................................... 9Highly Qualified and Experienced Teachers ............................................................................................ 9Modern Teaching Methods ..................................................................................................................... 92.

The Programme............................................................................................................ 10

Orientation ............................................................................................................................................ 10
Academic Programme ........................................................................................................................... 10
Sample Timetable .................................................................................................................................. 11
Course Evaluation.................................................................................................................................. 12
Out-of-class Activities and Excursions (optional) ................................................................................... 122

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The University of Otago English Language Centre will:
The University of Otago English Language Centre (ELC) will provide an English-language
programme and services for students from Otaru University of Commerce in 2024, inaccordance with its policies and The Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and InternationalLearners) Code of Practice 2021 (the Code of Practice). The policies can be found on thewebsite:
http://www.otago.ac.nz/uolcfy
The Code of Practice can be found on the following website:
https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/providers-partners/tertiary-and-international-learners-code/
The programme and services will be made up of:
1. English-language tuition
2. Student support services
3. Homestay accommodation
4. Transfer between Dunedin airport and the University of Otago English Language Centre

Otaru University of Commerce will:
1. Ensure enrolment and homestay applications are completed through the student portal(https://www.otago.ac.nz/uolcfy/apply/index.html) by Friday 19th January 2024.
2. Pay all fees as soon as possible after an offer of place is received, and at the latest at least
20 working days before arrival. (Note that homestay placements will not be made until fees
have been paid.)
3. Ensure that its students are informed of ELC policies.
4. Advise the ELC if they are aware of any matters that may affect the health, safety andlearning of any of their students.
5. Advise their students that they will need to pay the following costs while in New Zealand:▪
▪
▪

Daily transport between the ELC and the homestay
Personal expenses
Costs for any excursions or activities they choose to take part in (see appendix).

▪

Costs for snacks or any additional food requirements over and above three meals
each day that will be provided

6. Gain permission from students for academic reports produced and academic information
gathered by the English Language Centre about the students to be shared with Otaru
University of Commerce for academic purposes.

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Programme Dates for Otaru University of Commerce
The programme will consist of 23 hours per week of English-language tuition and optional
Friday afternoon activities and will:▪ Raise students’ confidence and ability to communicate in English.
▪ Provide exposure to the culture and natural life of New Zealand, including visits tolocal attractions.

Suggested Thirty-Three-Week Programme:
Sun 5 May 2024
Mon 6 MayFri 24 Jan 2025
Sat 25 Jan 2025

Students arrive at Dunedin Airport, meet host families
Orientation Classes begin
Classes finish and farewell ceremony
Depart from Dunedin

Programme Fees for Otaru University of Commerce
The fees are PER STUDENT and are in NZ dollars. The New Zealand Government’s 15% goods
and services tax (GST) is included where applicable. Fees are payable in advance.
Full Fees for 2024
Full-time Tuition$450.45 per week

Orientation (2 days whereapplicable)-Student Services Fee$25 per week (TBC)

Homestay Placement Fee$399$14,575(265 nights at $55 per night)

Homestay
Homestay Rates: $55 per night / $60 per night for special dietary needs /$67 for students on sports training programmes
Insurance$562.5 (TBC)

Airport Pick up(Non-refundable)

$70

Total

$31,296.35

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Notes to Fees
Exclusions
The following are not included in the fees schedule:▪ Personal spending; possibly allow $80 per week for extra spending▪ Daily transport between the ELC and the homestay; allow $30 per week
▪ Optional activities and excursions and trips▪ International examination fees such as IELTS.
Payment of Fees
The final date for payment of fees is 20 working days before enrolment. However, students
will only be placed in a homestay once payment is received. If a receipt is needed for visa
purposes, payment needs to be received at least 14 days before arrival.
Airport Transfer Surcharge
A one-off airport transfer fee applies to all group students. This fee covers the transfer by
shuttle from/to Dunedin airport to the city for both the arrival and the departure. Pleasenote: Bookings for arrivals and departures into/from Dunedin airport should be made toarrive/depart after 9am and excluding New Zealand public holidays as this incurs additional
surcharge fees by the shuttle company.
Health and Travel Insurance Requirements
The New Zealand Government requires that international students have appropriate andcurrent medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. Insurance policies mustmeet the requirements of the Code of Practice.
It is the University of Otago's responsibility under the Code of Practice to ensure all enrolledinternational students have compliant medical and travel insurance that meets the Code ofPractice’s minimum requirements.
Studentsafe Inbound University is the recommended insurance policy. This is acomprehensive insurance policy designed for inbound international students andadministered by all the universities in New Zealand. Studentsafe offers direct billing for usersof the University of Otago Student Health Service, and support from our staff for claims andurgent assistance.
NOTE: All students under this agreement will be charged for Studentsafe and may only opt
out of Studentsafe by prior agreement with the University of Otago and presentation of analternative Code compliant insurance policy.
More information about insurance can be found on our website
https://www.otago.ac.nz/international/support-services/healthcare.html
Information on the Studentsafe insurance policy can be found on the following website:
https://www.insurancesafenz.com/studentsafe/student-safe-inbound-university
Insurance Rates
1 months $62.5
2 months $125
3 months $187.5

4 months $250
5 months $312.5
6 months $375

7 months $437.5
8 months $500
9 months $562.5

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10 months $625
11 months $687.5
12 months $750

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Note these fees are current at the time of issue of this agreement, but any increases arebeyond the control of the ELC and will be passed on directly to students. Immigration NZ now
requires students to be insured for the length of a student visa, and therefore insurance
charges are calculated accordingly.
Cancellations
Full details are available in our fees policy here:
http://www.otago.ac.nz/uolcfy/about/policies/index.html#Fees
Please check the homestay policy at this link below:
https://www.otago.ac.nz/uolcfy/about/policies/index.html#Fees

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UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE

Agreement Signed for Otaru University of Commerce_________________ ____________________ ______________________ _________
Name

Position/Title

Signature

Date

Agreement Signed for The University of Otago English Language Centre_________________ ____________________ ______________________ _________
Name

Date of Issue
Currency of the Agreement
Prepared By
Approved By
Provided ToPosition/Title

Signature

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2023
Jasmine Chu – Business Development Manager
Phil Bremer – Acting DVC Academic
Otaru University of Commerce

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APPENDIX ONE
1.

Resources and Facilities

The University of Otago English Language Centre provides the following:

Modern Teaching Facilities
The facilities include large, well-equipped student
break-out areas, a multimedia language laboratory, amodern computer suite, and an Independent
Learning Centre.

Student Support
Our Student Support team provides non-academicorientation, pastoral care, co-curricular activities andcultural settling support on campus to all ELC students. The Student Support team can also
help students access other University and community support services, including StudentHealth.
24-hour contact and support for all University of Otago and ELC students is provided by the
University of Otago Proctor’s Office and Campus Watch team. The Proctor’s Office will liaise
with the Student Support team as required for any after-hours student incidents.

Full Access to University Facilities
Students receive a University of Otago student ID
card, which provides full access to the University’s
facilities, including Student Health, the UniPol sports,
gym and recreation centre, ITS information
technology services, libraries and cafeterias oncampus.

Internet AccessStudents have free WIFI internet access throughout the University campus and in homestay.

High-Quality Homestay Programme
Unless otherwise agreed, students will live in a local homestay in a welcoming and supportive
family-based environment.
Living with a homestay family is an excellent opportunity for students to experience New
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an opportunity to join their host family’s recreational, sporting or cultural activities, and will
be able to experience a local way of life.
The student’s bedroom is private and is fully furnished and includes a study desk and aheater. Students are given a key to the host’s home so they may be as independent as theywish.
All homestays have been personally assessed by the University of Otago, and homestay hosts
are police-vetted and reference-checked in alignment with the Code requirements to ensurea safe and supportive living environment.
With over 200 host families on our database, we can offer a variety of homestay families tosuit most students' needs and preferences (based on availability at the time of application).
This includes families with or without children, older couples, and single person homes. Eachhome is individual and unique. Hosts have a vast amount of knowledge and experience tooffer students. Students are provided with 3 meals each day and a variety of meal options
can be offered, for example, vegetarian, gluten-free, and any specific dietary requirements
the student has will be taken into account. It is important to enter all dietary requirementson the application form, including medical conditions, allergies or dislikes of specific foods.

Small Class Sizes
Students are integrated into existing classes that have an average of 14 students, and amaximum of 18 students. They are given an online placement test prior to the start of thecourse, to ensure that students are in a class with others of similar proficiency.

Highly Qualified and Experienced Teachers
All permanent teachers have university degrees and specialised qualifications in teaching
English to Speakers of Other Languages.

Modern Teaching Methods
The communicative method of teaching is used. Skills are taught in an integrated way, usingthe students’ living and learning environments while in Dunedin. The students are encouraged
to use English as part of their daily life. Lessons are learner-centred and students are expectedto participate in the class by:• Speaking English in the classroom• Asking and answering questions• Giving opinions and comments
93/08/2023• Working in pairs and groups• Taking part in discussions and conversations• Listening to guest speakers who are native English speakers.
Materials and resources employed reflect language-use within a New Zealand context.
Classroom activities are selected to provide maximum opportunity for students to practise anduse English.
The focus is on developing fluency and accuracy in the use of English.

2.

The Programme

The University of Otago English Language Centre provides the following programme:

Orientation
Our Orientation Programme is designed to support students’ academic and non-academictransition to study and life in New Zealand, and includes the following:• Important information about studying at the University of Otago and ELC, including
academic and student support services, medical and insurance information, andwhere students can go for assistance for specific issues during their stay in NewZealand• Academic procedures and expectations at ELC• Homestay life and daily living in New Zealand• Familiarisation with the University campus and Dunedin, including campus/city tours

Academic ProgrammeCurriculum
Students are integrated into classes with students from other cultures:• Tuition from Monday to Friday, 4 or 5 hours per day plus individual study andhomework• 23 hours per week of direct teaching time for the number of weeks required;• Individual study in the Independent Learning Centre (recommended 2 hours perweek)• Homework set by the teacher (usually 5 hours per week)
Students at the Elementary and Pre-intermediate levels have General English for 23 hours perweek.
For other students at higher levels there are 15 hours of General English and 8 hours chosenfrom one of the options below.
At the Intermediate level and above
The options are:
• IELTS preparation• New Zealand Studies
General English
General English is taught as integrated skills: reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar
and vocabulary. Each level has a set of proficiency statements and objectives, which are
based on the Common European Framework:

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Students are assessed against these objectives for their formal academic reports.
Options
New Zealand Studies
This supplements the General English programme by providing further English-language
study with a focus on New Zealand topics including history, geography, wildlife and Tikanga
Māori (Māori culture).
IELTS
Students will develop the skills relevant to the examination.
Independent Study
Students will work in the Independent Learning Centre at a time of their choice. This facility isrun by a trained teacher and has excellent resources. Students will work on their area of special
need.
Homework
Regular homework will be assigned including:• Journal writing• Vocabulary learning• Interviewing the host family or other native speakers• Practising skills learnt in class.

Sample Timetable
MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAY

GeneralEnglishGeneralEnglishGeneralEnglishTHURSDAYFRIDAY

General English

General English

9:00am
10:00am
11:00am
12:00pm
1:00pm
2:00pm
3:00pm
4:00pm

LUNCH BREAK
IELTS / NZ
Studies
Individual
study time inthe ILC

IELTS / EIC

Individual
study time inthe ILC

IELTS / NZ
Studies

Individual study
time in the ILCLUNCH BREAK
IELTS / NZ
Studies
Individual study
time in the ILC

IELTS / NZ
Studies
Individual study
time or out ofclass activity

Certificate
A certificate of attendance will be presented to each student at a function at the end of thecourse.

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Course Evaluation
At the end of the course, students will be asked to complete short evaluations in order toprovide valuable feedback for teachers and course planners.

Out-of-class Activities and Excursions (optional)
The Student Support team arranges on-campus activities and other events on Friday
afternoons, and students are welcome to join these throughout the programme.
On-campus activities are free to join, and where there is an off-campus event arranged, there
may be a small fee for transport/entry costs.
Examples of Out-of-Class Activities and Events• Games and sports• Cultural activities such as art gallery or local museum tours• Visits to local beaches and parks
A number of optional weekend excursions may also be available throughout the programme
for students to join at an additional cost. Students will be given information about weekend
excursion dates and costs on arrival at ELC.
Examples of Weekend Excursions and Activities
Note: Examples are indicative of possible excursions only. Not all excursions will be offered ina single semester/programme.
Taieri Gorge Railway Train Trip
Travel by historic train through scenic farmland, steep
gorges and hills on this four-hour excursion with various
stops along the way. The trip is reminiscent of the days ofsteam trains.
Larnach Castle
Visit New Zealand’s only castle built in 1871 situated on
the picturesque Otago Peninsula. Enjoy the spectacular
views from the tower, the beautiful gardens and soak up
the history of the castle on a guided tour.
Otago Peninsula Trip
Take a bus trip down the Otago Peninsula, which includes
an opportunity to view yellow-eyed penguins, seals andthe Royal Albatross. The trip also includes a two-hourboat ride on the harbour.
Queenstown Weekend (conditions apply)
Visit Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand,
situated on beautiful Lake Wakatipu. Ride the Skyline
Gondola for breath-taking views of Queenstown and toexperience “luging”, a thrilling, gravity fuelled downhill
cart ride. Trip includes transportation andaccommodation in Queenstown.

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