A certificate is a one-year introductory qualification that can provide a springboard to further study. This 120pt programme is similar to completing the first year of a bachelor's degree at university and is a great way to gain foundational knowledge.

Why study the Certificate?

  • Introductory Qualification: A certificate (120 points) provides a solid foundation in your chosen field, equivalent to the first year of a bachelor's degree.
  • Pathway to Success: It offers a great starting point, allowing you to build your expertise and propel you towards future academic or career achievements.
  • Flexible Options: A certificate can be taken in a variety of fields, enabling you to explore your interests and tailor your education to your goals.
  • Enhance Your Career Prospects
    Obtaining a certificate can significantly enhance your employability. It demonstrates your commitment to learning and acquiring new skills, making you a more attractive candidate to potential employers. It's a valuable addition to your CV that can set you apart in a competitive job market.
  • Personal Growth and Development
    Studying for a certificate can also contribute to your personal growth. You'll develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, all of which are valuable in everyday life. It's an opportunity to challenge yourself and grow both academically and personally.

Degree information

Plan your study Subjects Entry Requirements Fees and scholarships

A certificate can be taken in any of the following fields of study:

  • Arts - Cert(Arts)
  • Business - Cert(Bus)
  • Design - Cert(Des)
  • Education - Cert(Ed)
  • Environmental Planning - Cert(EnvPlan)
  • Health, Sport and Human Performance - Cert(HSHP)
  • Health and Wellbeing - Cert(HealthWellbeing)
  • Law - Cert(Law)
  • Management - Cert(Mgt)
  • Māori and Indigenous Studies - Cert(M&ISt)
  • Science - Cert(Sc)
  • Social Sciences - Cert(SocSc)

Regulations

For the Certificate, you must complete 120 points (eight papers) at 100 Level or above, including 90 points in a single field of study.

Students must also meet any requirements for their field of study. Normally a certificate involves two trimesters of full-time study.

Note: A candidate who has successfully completed papers for this qualification may apply to have them transferred to an undergraduate degree, before the qualification is awarded.

Full Regulations for the Certificate.

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