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Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)

Hamilton , Waikato ,New Zealand

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4)

This programme is for those who want to begin study, but need to build confidence or brush up on skills. Students will choose from five pathways that align with their career goals, including: Health, Social Practice, Creative Industries, Early Childhood, and the Open pathway for general subjects and skills.

Students will gain essential academic knowledge, capabilities, and skills needed to succeed at higher levels of study.

Students will be introduced to new ideas and concepts in a step-by-step way, building their confidence as we guide them without holding their hand along the way. Classes range from lectures to small classes and labs (Health pathway), with a lot of online support. Tutors will support students at every step of their journey, and there is an option of wh?nau based delivery for M?ori and Pasifika students in the Health pathway. 

On completion of the programme students will achieve a national qualification, the New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4), and be able to apply for further study in their preferred career pathway. 

 

Campus Information

Hamilton City Campus

It is located in the heart of the CBD.

Rotokauri Campus

For sport science, trades, engineering, animal care, hospitality, or cookery programs

Intakes

  • Feb
  • July

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Application Process

More Information Required
10 Days
Possible Interview Call from Institution
10 Days
Provisional/Unconditional Offer
14 Days
Visa Process
30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

After successful completion of Diploma level 6 student can get progress into Bachelor's degree. If going directly for job will be able to at technician or clerical level.

After successful completion of Graduate Diploma level 7 student can get progress into Master's degree. If going directly for job will be able to do at executive level.

PSW Opportunity

If you complete 1 or more acceptable qualifications at Levels 4 to 6:

  • on or before 31 December 2021, you can apply for a visa to work in New Zealand for 2 years. 
  • after 31 December 2021, you can apply for a visa to work in New Zealand for 1 year.

If you complete a Graduate Diploma or another Level 7 qualification:

  • on or before 31 December 2021, you can apply for a Post-study work visa for 2 years
  • after 31 December 2021, you can apply for a Post-study work visa for 1 year.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

You can apply for this programme if you meet one of the below options:

Based on your school achievement (secondary school study)  

  • 40 credits at NCEA Level 2; including 10 literacy credits at NCEA Level 2 and 10 numeracy credits at NCEA Level 1; or
  • a recognised equivalent.

Based on study completed after school (tertiary study)

  • A relevant course at NZQF Level 2; or
  • a recognised equivalent.

Based on discretionary entrance

If you don’t meet any of the above options, and you think you have what it takes to complete this programme, you can apply for discretionary entrance. Your application may be accepted if you can demonstrate a good chance of success.

 

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