Certificate of Attainment in Foundation Studies
Education studies
A course by
University of Waikato
A foundation programme for international students who have not met academic entry requirements, offering guaranteed entry to most Waikato undergraduate degrees on successful completion.
NZ$33,916
inc GST
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NZ$33,916
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
Core skills this course teaches
Develop academic English proficiency
Gain skills in English language for success in tertiary-level learning and communication.
Build foundational subject knowledge
Acquire knowledge across key disciplines—including science, business, mathematics, social sciences, and the arts—tailored to student's future study interests.
About This Course
The Certificate of Attainment in Foundation Studies is a pathway programme for international students who have completed high school but have not met the academic entry requirements for entry into degree study. The programme develops academic, English language, and subject-specific skills to support successful tertiary study in New Zealand. It includes compulsory English papers and a range of electives across STEM, business, and the arts. Students benefit from university campus life and have multiple entry points each year. Completion guarantees entry to most Waikato undergraduate degrees and is recognised by all New Zealand universities.
Course Content
- Compulsory papers: English for Foundation Studies 1, English for Foundation Studies 2, Academic Essentials
- STEM electives: Foundations of Calculus, Mathematics and Statistics, Biology, Physics, Science, Health
- Business electives: Foundations of Business Studies, Business Financials
- Arts and Humanities electives: Foundations of Critical Thought, Arts, Social Sciences
- Up to 18 hours class per week plus 20 hours homework and revision
- Scheduled Monday to Friday between 9am and 6pm (Standard) or 8am to 6pm (Accelerated)
- Flexible programme structure: 8–9 months (Standard, two trimesters) or 5 months (Accelerated, one trimester)
Entry Requirements
Must be 16 years of age or older
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