Certificate in Foundation Studies – CertFoundStud
Careers & Curriculum
A course by
Massey University
A foundation-level qualification that prepares students for admission to New Zealand universities and undergraduate study across multiple academic pathways.
NZ$7,415
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
University Preparation
Gain admission to Massey University and other New Zealand universities upon successful completion.
Foundation Academic Skills
Develop academic language, writing, critical thinking, numeracy, and research skills essential for undergraduate study.
About This Course
The Certificate in Foundation Studies (CertFoundStud) is a one-year, NZQF Level 4 programme for students who do not have university entrance. It develops academic, language, and study skills essential for success in undergraduate qualifications, supporting pathways into business, science, humanities, health, and creative arts. Graduates achieve admission to unrestricted undergraduate qualifications at Massey University and other New Zealand universities.
Course Content
- Academic Language and Writing 1
- Critical Academic Skills
- Foundations of Tertiary Learning
- Strategies for Undergraduate Success
- Foundation Māori Culture
- Foundation Communications
- Foundation Business Studies
- Foundation Analytical Thinking and Numeracy
- Foundation Humanities
- Foundation Social Sciences
- Foundation Applied Sciences
- Foundation Natural Sciences
- Foundation Health Studies
- Foundation Drawing
- Foundation Sound and Image
- Foundation Fabricate
Entry Requirements
NCEA Level 2 or equivalent
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