Certificate of University Preparation – CertUniPrep
Education studies
A course by
Massey University
Prepares learners for university admission and undergraduate study through academic skill-building, core courses and pathway electives; completion provides eligibility for undergraduate study at Massey University and other NZ universities.
NZ$3,930
inc GST
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NZ$3,930
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
Core skills this course teaches
Gain university admission eligibility
Students will meet the requirements for unrestricted admission to undergraduate qualifications at Massey University or other NZ universities.
Develop academic study skills
Build critical academic skills for successful tertiary study, including goal-setting, time management, critical thinking, academic writing, reading, and numeracy.
About This Course
The Certificate of University Preparation (CertUniPrep) is designed for students who narrowly missed university entrance requirements or are returning to study. This one-semester, NZQF Level 4 qualification builds academic and study skills through compulsory core courses and pathway electives tailored to students’ intended undergraduate areas: business, humanities/social sciences, science, health, or creative arts. Successful completion provides general university admission to Massey University or any New Zealand university and prepares students for a range of undergraduate degrees. Both on-campus and distance (online) delivery modes are available at Auckland, Wellington, and Manawatū campuses, with international student options.
Course Content
- Core Courses: Strategies for Undergraduate Success
- Core Courses: Critical Academic Skills
- Elective Pathways: Business, Humanities/Social Sciences, Science, Health, Creative Arts
- Academic language and writing skills
- Analytical thinking and numeracy
- Foundation Māori Culture
- Communication skills development
- Foundation studies relevant to chosen pathway (e.g., business studies, humanities, health, science, arts)
- Critical thinking, reading and writing
- Preparation for undergraduate academic expectations
Entry Requirements
Narrowly missed university admission requirements, or
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