Foundation Studies in New Zealand

Foundation Studies in New Zealand

Foundation Studies in New Zealand

Foundation Studies in New Zealand is a one year course and start dates may be in March, April, July and September depending on the University. The courses are scheduled to finish shortly before the beginning of the next University semester so successful students can proceed directly into their Bachelor degree studies.

Many New Zealand Universities and other Higher Education providers offer a course called a Foundation Program. A Foundation Program is a one year course designed for students who do not speak English as a first language.

A Foundation Program is different to many English language courses. As most English language courses are short term, trying to fit as much information into a short time frame as possible these are usually run through private providers. Foundation Programmes are continuos courses that help students to learn everything they need to know to get them to a stage where they need to be.

These programmes teach students communication skills, as well as integrated reading, writting, listening and speaking. Foundation Programmes are available yearly to all international students.

Students who wish to go to University but do not want to go to secondary school because they may have already completed schooling in their home country and/or may consider themselves too old can qualify for University by taking a Foundation Studies course at one of the Universities who offer these courses.

Steps to studying a foundation programme

  • Study the content subjects you need for your degree programme, in English
  • Upskill in academic English
    • Understand lectures clearly
    • Write stronger essays
    • Read written content more effectively
    • Take useful notes
    • Improve pronunciation and
    • confidence when speaking/presenting
  • Develop critical thinking skills
  • Learn independent study skills

 

Meet the entry requirements

Students need to satisfy English and academic requirements to gain entry to Foundation Studies in New Zealand.
You must be at least 16 years old and have completed: New Zealand secondary school Year 12 (NCEA Level 2), or Grade 11/12 (Asia), or Second/third year of senior high school, or equivalent. English requirements start at 4.5 overall score and varies depending on the program you choose.

In Foundation Studies in New Zealand students will study compulsory and optional subjects and must achieve an acceptable grade average and IELTS (Academic) result to proceed to undergraduate studies. A pass in Foundation Studies can qualify a student for entry into any University in New Zealand.

Our Foundation Study Programmes in New Zealand

We represent UP International College which offers Foundation programs for International Students. Foundation studies can be completed on campus and as of recently online.

The university pathway programmes are delivered online until borders re-open. This is a highly effective way for existing and new students to continue or begin preparation for an English-speaking university in Australia and New Zealand. This ensures that you can successfully transition to the university of your choice, without having to delay your study plans.

Find out more about the foundation programmes below:

Auckland University of Technology Certificate in Foundation Studies

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To enter an AUT undergraduate programme:

  • Achieve C- grade or better in each of four core subjects. A minimum B- in English II is required (or an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in all bands if English II is a C grade)
  • Achieve 50% or better in a minimum of four optional academic subjects (some degrees require higher marks)

 

Programme Options

FAST-TRACK
Duration: 6 MONTHS, 2 TERMS
Tuition fee: 18,000
Resource fee: 800
English Requirements: IELTS Level 6.0 (min. 5.5 in all bands), or: Equivalent in UP International College English Language Test
Start dates: 28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October

STANDARD
Duration: 8-9 months, 3 terms
Tuition fee: 21,000
Resource fee: 800
English Requirements: IELTS Level 5.5 (min. 5.0 in all bands IELTS 6.0 overall preferred for best success), or: Equivalent in UP International College English Language Test
Start dates: 28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October

STANDARD PLUS
Duration: 12 months, 4 terms
Tuition fee: 28,000
Resource fee: 800
English Requirements: IELTS Level 5.0 (min. 4.5 in all bands), or: Equivalent in UP International College English Language Test
Start dates: 28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October

EXTENDED
Duration: 18 months, 6 terms
English Requirements: IELTS Level 4.5 (min. 4.0 in all bands), or: Equivalent in UP International College English Language Test
Tuition fee: 42,750
Resource fee: 800
Start dates: 28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October