Certificate of University Preparation - Papers

Your timetable will depend on the programme and papers you choose. You will be given the opportunity to select suitable workshop and tutorial times during the first week of teaching. You can change your paper choices during the first two weeks of the semester. Please phone 0800 WAIKATO if you need help.

Compulsory Papers

CUPR001 Introduction to Study Skills

This is a skills-based paper which focuses on note-taking, research, essay writing, exam preparation, and other learning processes that are fundamental to successful university study. View timetable

CUPR002 Introduction to Critical Thought and Expression

In this paper, students are introduced to the skills and concepts of critical throught and expression which help them to maximise their success at university. View timetable

Optional Papers (choose two)

Not all papers are offered every semester and some papers are subject to numbers

CUPR003 Bridging Arts

Introduces students to some of the skills and concepts they will encounter in an Arts degree or in other degrees with an Arts component. The paper begins with an overview of the Arts and their place in society, followed by an exploration of the richness of some key Arts subjects offered at the University of Waikato such as English, History, Screen and Media Studies and Music. View timetable

CUPR004 Bridging Social Sciences

This paper provides students with a structured and focussed introduction to the Social Sciences. It is also designed to bridge students into other degrees, such as the BMS, BTchg and LLB. It draws on historical and contemporary examples in order to illustrate how important events and ideas have shaped the modern social science subjects. View timetable

CUPR008 Bridging Mathematics and Statistics

The aim of this paper is to cover mathematics and statistics in preparation for first year university mathematics and statistics courses. The paper introduces students to basic mathematics skills, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus and statistics. It is designed to lead in to one of MATH168 Preparatory Mathematics, MATH165 General Mathematics, MATH166 Management Mathematics, or STAT121 Introduction to Statistical Methods. View timetable

CUPR025 Bridging General Sciences

General Science covers material from the four science areas of Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences and Physics. While covering the basic concepts in the different science disciplines, the course will be taught using an integrated thematic approach. Themes such as the Waikato River, Fireworks, Superheroes will be enlisted to promote a comprehensive and contemporary science education experience. There will be an emphasis on scientific exploration and skills by including project work, laboratory work and field trips. The cultural perspectives in the understanding of science are also acknowledged by the inclusion of Maori knowledge about the natural and physical world.

The main thrust of the General Science paper is to develop scientific skills and attitudes as well as scientific literacy and understanding of basic concepts in the various science subject disciplines. View timetable

CAFS006 Accounting

This paper covers the conceptual basis of accounting. You will learn to appreciate how basic accounting concepts, processes and systems are applied to different types of organisations and groups of users. In addition, you will gain an understanding of the analysis of accounting systems and the methods of processing accounting data. No prior knowledge of accounting is required. View timetable

CAFS004 Mathematics with Calculus

This paper covers pure Mathematics, in preparation for first year university Mathematics papers. It focuses on algebra, co-ordinate geometry, trigonometry, differential and integral calculus, and differential equations. View timetable

CAFS009 Bridging Biology

In this paper you will examine biological concepts by experimentation and by studying fundamental concepts relating to the living world around us. You will look at specific animal and plant systems in relation to whole organism functioning, cell organization and function, the importance and action of nucleic acids, genetics, evolution and contemporary techniques in biotechnology. In addition, learning appropriate study skills is emphasized and critical thinking of biology related concepts is encouraged. View timetable

CAFS010 Bridging Chemistry

This paper is designed to prepare students for Level 1 papers in Chemistry. Students will study the nature of matter, atomic theory, periodic trends and bonding, quantitative chemistry, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, and oxidation-reduction. View timetable

CAFS011 Bridging Physics

In this course, you will be guided to explore the physical laws of nature both experimentally and by studying the basic concepts and principles that govern our understanding of the physical world and the universe. In particular, you will study, investigate and apply scientific concepts and principles in Mechanics, Wave Motion, Electricity and Magnetism, and Atomic/ Nuclear Physics. These ideas will be learnt in an environment that is enriched by demonstrations and experiments. View timetable

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Certificate of University Preparation - Papers

Compulsory Papers

Optional Papers (choose two)

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