Entry Requirements
To enrol in this programme you need to have:
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NCEA Level 2, including a minimum of eight Level 2 credits in English, four in writing and four in reading, or
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equivalent knowledge and skills.
20 years old or over
If you are 20 years of age or over and do not hold the minimum entry requirements you will be eligible to be enrolled where your previous educational, work or life experience indicates you have a reasonable likelihood of success.
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.
English language requirements
International students must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0, or equivalent.
Domestic students for whom English or Māori is not their first language must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0, or equivalent.
Learn more about English language requirements
Maximum Programme Completion Time
To be awarded the qualification it must be completed in no more than 4 years of first enrolment, unless there are exceptional circumstances.
Computer and internet requirements
support online learning such as streaming of videos (including YouTube), downloading content, and writing and submitting online assessments. If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access all