Program Overview
The New Start Programme is a pathway to undergraduate studies for students who may not meet the typical entry requirements. It consists of a foundation year to enhance academic skills and a first-year undergraduate course alongside regular students. The program is offered at the University of Auckland and is particularly popular with students from Pasifika and Māori backgrounds. It has a proven track record of helping students achieve their academic goals and pursue successful careers.
Program Outline
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The program consists of two parts: a foundation year and a first-year undergraduate course. The foundation year is designed to provide students with the necessary academic skills and knowledge to succeed in their undergraduate studies. The first-year undergraduate course is taught alongside other first-year students and leads to the same qualification. The New Start program is offered at the University of Auckland and has two campuses, one in central Auckland and one in South Auckland. The program is particularly popular with students from Pasifika and Māori backgrounds, but it is open to all students who meet the eligibility criteria.
- The New Start program has been successful in helping students to achieve their academic goals.
- Many New Start graduates have gone on to complete their undergraduate degrees and have successful careers in a variety of fields.
Entry Requirements:
General Requirements:
- New Zealand Domestic Students:
- New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 with 60 credits at Level 2 or above, including:
- 14 credits in English (literacy)
- 10 credits in mathematics
- 10 credits in a science subject
- International Students:
- Completion of an equivalent international qualification, such as:
- High School Diploma with a GPA of 3.0 or above
- International Baccalaureate Diploma with a score of 24 or above
- A-Levels with at least 3 passes at grade C or above
- English language proficiency (see below)
- NSMAT 10 (Mathematics Fundamentals):
- NSMAT 14 (Mathematics Preparation for University):
- Completion of NSMAT 10 or equivalent
- NSGEN 47 (New Start General):
- May require specific prerequisites depending on the chosen pathway (e.g., English for Academic Purposes, Introduction to Psychology)
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- English:
- New Zealand Domestic Students:
- NCEA Level 2 English (literacy) with at least 14 credits
- International Students:
- IELTS Academic score of 6.0 or above with no individual band score below 5.5
- TOEFL iBT score of 80 or above
- Other equivalent English language tests may be accepted
- Specific entry requirements may vary depending on the year of intake.
- Applicants with non-standard qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
- Students are encouraged to contact the New Start program for the most up-to-date information and to discuss their individual eligibility.
