Certificate in STEM
Looking to increase your STEM skills and knowledge? The Certificate in STEM is a 60 point undergraduate qualification that you can complete on either a full-time or part-time basis.
60 points, 0.5 - 2 years
Hamilton, Tauranga
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Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July)
Why study the Certificate in STEM?
Whether you have a long-standing interest in ecology, are fascinated by robotics or are generally intrigued with Artificial Intelligence (AI) or data analytics, this flexible qualification will allow you to delve deeper in your chosen area from across all Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects.
The Cert(STEM) is also ideal for school teachers (primary or secondary), who wish to improve their knowledge and be STEM leaders within their schools.
As a 60 point undergraduate qualification, you can complete it within a single trimester or have the flexibility to study on a part-time basis while in full-time employment.
60 points, 0.5 - 2 years
Hamilton, Tauranga
Papers offered differ by location. Find a Paper for full location info.
Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July)
Degree information
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Entry Requirements There are five ways you can gain admission to the University of Waikato.
- NCEA University Entrance
- Admission at entrance level
- Discretionary entrance
- University Entrance prior to 2015
- Special admission.
For full details visit Entry Requirements.
As an international student studying at undergraduate level, you are required to meet English language and academic entry requirements.
View Entry requirements for undergraduate international students.
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Fees and scholarships -
Domestic tuition fees
Approximate annual tuition fees and costs for domestic students enrolled in one year of full-time study.
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Scholarships
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Relevant as of 13 February 2024.
All amounts are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment. Please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. View information about fees free study.
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International tuition fees
Approximate annual tuition fees and costs for international students enrolled in one year of full-time study.
International tuition costs -
Scholarships
Visit our Scholarship finder for more information about possible scholarships.
Scholarships Finder
Relevant as of 13 February 2024.
All amounts are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment. Please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees.
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Graduate outcomes Graduates of the Certificate of STEM will have:
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A strengthened understanding and background in STEM subjects, akin to a student who has finished a semester of study at university in STEM subjects.
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Given an existing teaching qualification, increased confidence and preparedness to teach STEM subjects at primary or secondary level.
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Skills to assist schools to deal with current critical shortage of STEM-qualified teachers.
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A platform from which to proceed to further study in a STEM subject or subjects, including potentially completing a Graduate Diploma in a STEM subject.
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A demonstrated ability appropriate to Level 5 of: critical thinking and evaluation skills, self-directed learning skills, self-motivation, intellectual flexibility and adaptability, oral and communication skills and time management skills.
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A better awareness of the preparation in STEM subjects that secondary students need before they go onto university study.
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There are five ways you can gain admission to the University of Waikato.
- NCEA University Entrance
- Admission at entrance level
- Discretionary entrance
- University Entrance prior to 2015
- Special admission.
For full details visit Entry Requirements.
As an international student studying at undergraduate level, you are required to meet English language and academic entry requirements.
View Entry requirements for undergraduate international students.
-
Domestic tuition fees
Approximate annual tuition fees and costs for domestic students enrolled in one year of full-time study.
Domestic tuition costs -
Scholarships
Visit our Scholarship finder for more information about possible scholarships.
Scholarships Finder
Relevant as of 13 February 2024.
All amounts are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment. Please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. View information about fees free study.
-
International tuition fees
Approximate annual tuition fees and costs for international students enrolled in one year of full-time study.
International tuition costs -
Scholarships
Visit our Scholarship finder for more information about possible scholarships.
Scholarships Finder
Relevant as of 13 February 2024.
All amounts are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment. Please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees.
Graduates of the Certificate of STEM will have:
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A strengthened understanding and background in STEM subjects, akin to a student who has finished a semester of study at university in STEM subjects.
-
Given an existing teaching qualification, increased confidence and preparedness to teach STEM subjects at primary or secondary level.
-
Skills to assist schools to deal with current critical shortage of STEM-qualified teachers.
-
A platform from which to proceed to further study in a STEM subject or subjects, including potentially completing a Graduate Diploma in a STEM subject.
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A demonstrated ability appropriate to Level 5 of: critical thinking and evaluation skills, self-directed learning skills, self-motivation, intellectual flexibility and adaptability, oral and communication skills and time management skills.
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A better awareness of the preparation in STEM subjects that secondary students need before they go onto university study.
Subjects
Students can take four papers at 100 level or above in subjects offered by the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, the School of Science and the School of Engineering. Students will need to meet any prerequisites for their paper choices. Subjects include:
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Earth Sciences
- Ecology and Biodiversity
- Electronics
- Engineering
- Environmental Sciences
- Materials Science
- Mathematics
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Statistics
A pedagogy paper with the School of Education relevant to STEM subjects could be included, further supporting your ability to teach in your new subject.
Study full time in B Trimester
You could complete a Cert(STEM) in one trimester starting mid-July. Here are some possible paper combinations that might pique your interest:
Hamilton
Computer Science
COMPX101, COMPX161, COMPX151, CSMAX101
Science
BIOEB102, EARTH101, ENVSC101, DATAX111
Tauranga
Science
BIOEB102, CHEMY100, EARTH101, DATAX111
For more paper combinations to suit your career aspirations, get in touch with us at stem@waikato.ac.nz.
Study part time in B Trimester
Please note all papers in B Trimester will be delivered online as well as on campus.