Program Overview

Certificate in Applied Science

The Certificate in Applied Science is designed to help students develop the academic skills and prepare them for further study in a bachelor's degree in science, medical laboratory science, or health. It's also a good option for those returning to study and wanting to develop their study skills.

Programme Details

• Programme code: AK1018
• Level: 4
• Points: 120
• Duration: 1 year full-time / part-time available
• Campus: City Campus
• Start dates: 13 Jul 2026, 22 Feb 2027, 12 Jul 2027

Fees

• Domestic: $9,411.60 - $9,444.60 (for 120 points)
  • Tuition fees: $8,190 - $8,223
  • Student services levy: $1,221.60
• International: $40,821.60 (for 120 points)
  • Tuition fees: $39,600
  • Student services levy: $1,221.60

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

If You Have New Zealand Qualifications

• Completion of Year 12 or equivalent
• At least 12 credits at level 2 in one subject from:
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Earth and Space Science
  • Physics
  • Science
• At least 12 credits at level 2 from one or more subjects from:
  • Classical Studies
  • Drama
  • English
  • Geography
  • Health Education
  • History
  • Art History
  • Media Studies
  • Social Studies
  • Te Reo Māori
  • Te Reo Rangatira
  • Business Studies
  • Economics
  • Physical Education
  • Calculus
  • Mathematics
  • Statistics

If You Have Qualifications from Another Country

See entry requirements for students from other countries.

English Language Requirements

• At least IELTS (Academic) of 5.5 overall with all bands 5 or higher; or equivalent.

What You Study

In this certificate, you'll build a strong foundation across biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and academic writing. It's designed to set you up for success in further study in a bachelor's degree.

Courses

Choose eight courses from:

Level 4 Courses

• BIOL401 Foundation Biology
• CHEM401 Foundation Chemistry
• COMM401 Introduction to Academic Writing
• ECOL401 Foundation Ecology*
• HEAL402 Introduction to Human Structure and Function*
• HEAL403 Society and Health
• HEAL404 Introduction to Human Development
• HEAL405 Introduction to Professional Development*
• HUMB401 Foundation Human Anatomy and Physiology
• MATH400 Foundation Mathematics
• MATH401 Foundation Algebra
• SPOR406 Health and Wellbeing
• STAT400 Foundation Statistics

Level 5 Courses

• DIGD507 Mahitahi | Collaborative Practices
• LSKL500 Uni101
• SCIE504 Science and Society

*These courses aren't currently being offered.

Related Programmes

• Diploma in Science
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
• Bachelor of Health Science