Bachelor of Career Development
This exciting degree is for those involved or looking to move into career planning and development with students, clients or organisations.
It has streams in education, business and coaching so you can become skilled in the area where you want to build your career.
The full three year degree is perfect for someone wanting to enter the career development field.
Those who are currently working in career development or have related work experience, may apply for recognition of credit for individual courses up to 240 credits. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning below.
If you are teaching and considering professional development, you could consider this programme for your study grant application.
A qualification in Career Development at level 6 or higher fulfils part of the requirements of full membership for Career Development Association of New Zealand (CDANZ).
Campus Information
The Nelson campus
Our Nelson campus is based on a single city block and is an open and easy to navigate environment.The Nelson campus location means quick and easy access to the cafés, bars and shopping in Nelson city. You’re never far from anywhere
Intakes
- Feb
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
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
You will be taught and supported in your studies by experienced, industry-savvy tutors and support staff from a wide range of countries. The NMIT staff professional development programme means your learning experience is current with international best practice.
The programs are developed in consultation, and delivered in partnership, with local companies, organizations and industries. You will meet and be taught by experts from your future profession. In many programmes you will experience placements that give you a taste of your new career.
PSW Opportunity
- During study, all students on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full time during vacations.
- After completing Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Qualification, a student will get a three years open post-study work visa.
- After completing Level 8 Post Graduate courses of 1 year, students get 1 year PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
If you are seeking entry at Level 5, you are required to have:
- a) University Entrance which is NCEA Level 3 comprised of 60 credits at NCEA Level 3 or above and 20 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above, including:
- i) 14 credits each at NCEA Level 3 in three approved subjects; and
- ii) Literacy (10 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above made up of 5 credits each in reading and writing); and
- iii) Numeracy (10 credits at NCEA Level 1 or (above)
Or
- b) A relevant qualification at Level 4 on the NZQF;
Or
- c) Equivalent.
Special entry
If you are aged 20 years or above and have not met the general admission or entry requirements for the programme but your skills, education or work experience indicate that you have a reasonable chance of success, you may be eligible for special admission.
Special admission will be granted at the discretion of the relevant Head of Department or delegate. You may be required to successfully complete a foundation, bridging or tertiary introductory programme as a condition of entry into higher level programmes.
Entry from other career qualifications
For applicants wishing to progress to the third year of the degree from the Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance, or the Level 7 Diploma in Advanced Career Guidance, or an equivalent career qualification, a pathway is available. Applicants will be provided with this information and the opportunity to discuss requirements.
- Course Code: 3719
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
56700 NZD
Annual Cost of Living: 20000 NZD
Application Fee: N/A