Certificate in Foundation Studies – CertFoundStud
Self Development
A course by
Massey University
Gain entry to New Zealand universities and prepare for undergraduate study through foundational academic skills and elective pathways tailored to your future study interests.
NZ$7,860
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop academic writing and communication skills
Gain foundational abilities in academic language and writing, and the skills necessary for clear and effective communication in academic contexts.
Demonstrate critical thinking and study strategies
Acquire skills in critical thinking, reading, numeracy, and study strategies to succeed in undergraduate-level learning.
About This Course
The Certificate in Foundation Studies (CertFoundStud) is a pre-degree qualification designed to provide students who have not met university entrance requirements with the skills, confidence, and academic foundation needed for tertiary study in New Zealand. This programme offers core courses in academic writing, critical thinking, and tertiary learning, alongside pathway electives in business, science, health, humanities, social sciences, and creative arts. Successful completion ensures eligibility for undergraduate admission at Massey University and other New Zealand universities.
Course Content
- Academic Language and Writing
- Foundations of Tertiary Learning
- Strategies for Undergraduate Success
- Critical Academic Skills
- Analytical Thinking and Numeracy
- Foundation Māori Culture
- Foundation Business Studies
- Foundation Communications
- Foundation Humanities
- Foundation Social Sciences
- Foundation Applied Science
- Foundation Natural Sciences
- Foundation Health Studies
- Foundation Drawing
- Foundation Sound and Image
- Foundation Fabricate
Entry Requirements
Completed NCEA Level 2 or equivalent
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