The International Diploma offers a direct-entry pathway to the second year of the Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Computer Science (or Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Data Analytics), depending on stream, at the University of Waikato.

Please note that this programme is only open to International Students.

120 points, 1 year

Hamilton

Trimester A (March) - Computer Science; March and November - Business

Why study the International Diploma?

The Diploma is primarily aimed at international students who have completed the equivalent of 32 credits across three University Entrance approved subjects, but have not achieved the equivalence of New Zealand University Entrance.

Combining the first year of the Bachelor of Business with English language development and a comprehensive programme of academic support and development activities, the Diploma aims to prepare students for successful completion of the Bachelor of Business at the end of three years of study.

Offered in partnership with the University of Waikato College, the Diploma comprises six papers required for the first year of the Bachelor of Business as well as an academic English paper and an elective. These eight papers are augmented by a comprehensive suite of academic development and support activities designed to meet the learning needs of international students.

120 points, 1 year

Hamilton

Trimester A (March) - Computer Science; March and November - Business

Degree information

Subjects Entry Requirements Fees and scholarships

Completion and Progression

Students who pass all eight papers will be eligible to graduate with the International Diploma (Business) or transfer into the second year of Bachelor of Business (BBus) at the University of Waikato. Students transferring into the second year of the BBus will be able enrol in the following majors:

Required papers

  • ACCTN101 – Accounting for Management
  • ECONS101 – Business Economics and the New Zealand Economy
  • MNGMT101 – Character and Intercultural Capabilities in Organisations
  • ENSLA100 – English for Professions
  • FINAN101  – Introduction to Finance
  • MGSYS101 – Digital Business and Supply Change Management
  • MRKTG101 – Fundamentals of Successful Marketing
  • STMGT101 – Introduction to Management

IntDip(CompSc) Overview

Offered in partnership with the University of Waikato College and the School of Science, the International Diploma (Computer Science) is structured across three trimesters and can be completed in 12 months. It is designed to equip you with English Language and academic skills to be successful during your University studies and transition smoothly into the second year of the Bachelor of Science in your chosen major.

The Bachelor of Science is a total of three years and across your studies you will gain practical experience in labs equipped with some of the most up-to-date, high tech, computing facilities in New Zealand. The course also includes opportunities to work on projects with New Zealand companies through the work-integrated learning project.

The International Diploma (Computer Science) is recognised by all New Zealand Universities.

Completion and Progression

Upon successful completion of the International Diploma (Computer Science) you’ll progress directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Science in your chosen major of:

Required Papers

Trimester 1

Trimester 2

Trimester 3

*MATHS168 is a prerequisite of MATHS165.  Students with insufficient maths/numeracy need to take this.  Students who meet the requirements can do CSMAX175.

**Students progressing to a BSc are required to take COMPX161.  Students progressing to a BCompSc are required to take MGSYS101

Contact us

International Enquiries

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm

University of Waikato College

University of Waikato College, Language Institute (LAIN) Building, The University of Waikato Gate 1, Knighton Road, Hamilton, New Zealand