Certificate
Mixed Studies
A course by
University of Waikato
A one-year, 120-point introductory certificate qualification from University of Waikato, allowing flexible study across a range of academic fields and providing a pathway to further study or entry-level employment.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Foundation for Further Study
Develop a solid academic foundation in your chosen field, equivalent to the first year of a bachelor's degree, and prepare for higher-level study.
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
Build the ability to think critically, solve problems, and analyse information relevant to your selected area.
Communication and Academic Skills
Enhance your communication, academic writing, and study skills across a range of disciplines.
What You're Signing Up For
The Waikato Certificate is a one-year, 120-point programme that serves as an introduction to university-level study and offers a strong foundation in your selected field. It can be tailored to various disciplines including arts, business, education, sciences, and more. The certificate is designed to enhance employability, personal growth, and can be credited toward a bachelor's degree. Study involves a combination of compulsory, field-specific, and elective 100-level (or above) papers. The programme is offered with starts in March and July.
Course Content
- 120 points of study (eight papers) at 100 level or above
- At least 90 points in a single field of study (chosen from Arts, Business, Science, Education, Health, Law, Management, etc.)
- Compulsory Business field paper (for business stream—such as Introduction to Management)
- Recommended Business Fundamentals papers (for business stream): ACCTN101 Accounting for Management, ECONS101 Economics for Business and Management, FINAN101 Introduction to Finance, MGSYS101 Digital Business and Supply Chain Management, MRKTG101 Fundamentals of Successful Marketing
- Elective papers (any subject, 100 level or above)
- Flexible selection across multiple schools (School of Arts, Science, Law, etc.)
What you need to know first
NCEA University Entrance or equivalent
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level roles in chosen field of study (e.g., business, arts, sciences, education, etc.)
Enhanced employability by demonstrating university-level academic achievement
Foundation for developing skills relevant to a broad range of professions