Certificate of Attainment in Foundation Studies
The Certificate of Attainment in Foundation Studies is our international bridging programme for students who have completed high school but have not meet the academic entry requirements for entry into degree study.
This Foundation Studies programme is for international students that have not met the academic entry for undergraduate study. Papers in this programme will teach you skills for successful tertiary study within New Zealand.
The programme includes compulsory English language and electives across a range of study areas. Classes include New Zealand students to encourage international students to improve their English and make New Zealand friends.
Why choose the Waikato Pathways College Foundation Studies programme?
- The programme offers guaranteed entry to most University of Waikato undergraduate degrees upon successful completion
- The programme is recognised by all New Zealand universities
- The curriculum develops subject knowledge and skills as well as leadership and team skills to help equip you for university
- The programme offers flexible intakes, with three points of entry during the year
- Taught on the University of Waikato main campus so you have access to all services and facilities as degree level students
Standard Foundation Studies Programme
8 to 9 months (two semesters).
Duration
8 to 9 months (two semesters)
note: you can complete the programme in eight months if you include S and T semesters (summer school)
2018 Dates
S Semester – 3 January to 16 February 2018
A Semester – 26 February to 23 June 2018
B Semester – 9 July to 27 October 2018
T Semester – 6 November 2018 to 15 February 2019
note: some papers will run over S and T semesters (summer school)
2018 Tuition Fees
Standard Foundation Studies programme: approx. NZD$20,240
Programme Details
- You will study a total of eight papers, three compulsory and five electives from the list below.
- Students can have up to 20 hours of class per week (4 papers) with a further 20 hours to be spent on homework and revision.
- Classes are scheduled between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday.
Compulsory Papers
- FOUND021 - English for Foundation Studies 1
- FOUND022 - English for Foundation Studies 2
- FOUND001 - Introduction to Study Skills
Elective Papers
STEM papers:
- FOUND007 - Bridging Calculus
- FOUND008 - Bridging Mathematics and Statistics
- FOUND009 - Bridging Biology
- FOUND010 - Bridging Chemistry
- FOUND011 - Bridging Physics
- FOUND012 - Bridging General Science
Business papers:
Arts and Humanities papers:
Accelerated Foundation Studies Programme
5 months (one semester)
Duration
5 months (one semester)
2018 Dates
S Semester – 3 January to 16 February 2018
A Semester – 26 February to 23 June 2018
B Semester – 9 July to 27 October 2018
T Semester – 6 November 2018 to 15 February 2019
note: some papers will run over S and T semesters (summer school)
2018 Tuition Fees
Accelerated Foundation Studies programme: approx. NZD$10,120
Programme Details
- You will study a total of four papers, one compulsory and three electives from the list below.
- Students can have up to 20 hours of class per week (4 papers) with a further 20 hours to be spent on homework and revision.
- Classes are scheduled between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday.
Elective Papers
STEM papers:
- FOUND007 - Bridging Calculus
- FOUND008 - Bridging Mathematics and Statistics
- FOUND009 - Bridging Biology
- FOUND010 - Bridging Chemistry
- FOUND011 - Bridging Physics
- FOUND012 - Bridging General Science
Business papers:
Arts and Humanities papers:
Key information
| Years: | 0.5 to 1 |
|---|---|
| Study Locations: | Hamilton |
| Start Dates: | Semester A (February), Semester B (July) and Summer School (November) |
| Fees (International): | $10,120 per semester (Accelerated course = 1 semester; Standard course = 2 semesters) |
| Faculty: |
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Scholarships and prizes
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Entry Requirements and Admission
Students must be 16 years of age or older.
Students must be 16 years of age or older. All applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
English Language Entry Requirements
Standard Foundation Programme
- IELTS score 5.5 or above, with at least a 5.0 in writing
- Successfully completed Certificate of Attainment in Academic English Level 6
Accelerated Foundation Programme
- IELTS overall 5.5 or above, and at least a 5.5 in writing with no band less than a 5.0
- B grade overall and a B grade in writing in Certificate of Attainment in Academic English Level 6
Academic Entry Requirements
- Have completed secondary school study, equivalent to New Zealand Year 12, or
- Have a completed secondary school qualification from your country of origin
Country of Origin
For other country entry requirements, contact us at international@waikato.ac.nz
Contacts
Waikato Pathways College- Te Huanui
Phone: 0800 WAIKATO or + 64 7 858 5600
Email: pathwayscollege@waikato.ac.nz
Website: www.waikato.ac.nz/pathways/