Entry requirements

To be admitted to this programme you must be at least 16 years of age on the date the programme starts, and meet one of the following requirements.

NCEA requirements

NCEA Level 3 - Three subjects at level 3, made up of 14 credits in each of three approved subjects - Approved subjects for University Entrance - NZQA website

Numeracy - 10 credits at Level 1 or above made up of:

• Achievement standards - specified achievement standards available through a range of subjects, or;
• Unit standards - package of three numeracy unit standards (26623, 26626, 26627 - three required) - Literacy and numeracy assessment standards - NZQA website.

Other requirements

If you do not meet the NCEA requirements, you must have:

• An equivalent of the above  from another secondary qualification, OR
• Successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 4 or above with a relevant pathway.

Discretionary admission

If you do not meet the admission requirements stated above and believe you have the level of preparedness for study at this level, you may apply but will need to provide relevant evidence to support your application for admission and/or may be asked to complete a proficiency test. 

Literacy requirements

If you are unable to provide evidence of the NCEA literacy credits or equivalent, you may be required to demonstrate capability using an approved proficiency test or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules.

International applicants must provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the programme as demonstrated by an IELTS score of 6.0 (Academic) with no individual band lower than 5.5 from one test taken in the preceding two years, or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules and on our website.

Literacy requirements for University Entrance - NZQA website

More about our English language requirements

International students and domestic students living overseas

You can study this programme part-time if you’re an international student living in New Zealand or overseas. If you’re living in New Zealand you will need to be in paid employment with a valid work permit.

You can also study this programme if you’re a New Zealand citizen living overseas.

Learn more about studying as an international student