English language skills for newcomers
Fluency in English will improve your day-to-day life in Dunedin and also assist you in getting a job.
English language courses for permanent residents are offered at the School of Languages at Otago Polytechnic (new window). Financial assistance is available for job seekers and refugees. The ESOL Home Tutor Service is also available through the Polytechnic.
If you are having trouble accessing Government services because of language difficulties, a large number of Government departments use Language Line, a Government-operated free service that provides translators in 39 different languages. A list of services (new window) that use Language Line can be found online.
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- Education Dunedin (new window)
Last reviewed: 13 Jul 2008 5:57pm
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