Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Waikato offers a Certificate program, a one-year introductory qualification that provides a springboard to further study. This 120-point program is similar to completing the first year of a bachelor's degree at university and is a great way to gain foundational knowledge.

Points and Duration

• The total number of points to gain this qualification is 120 points.
• The expected duration of this program is 1 year.

Area of Study

The Certificate program can be studied under the following faculties or schools:

• School of Arts
• School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences
• Division of Health
• School of Law, Politics and Philosophy
• Waikato Management School
• Faculty of Māori and Indigenous Studies
• School of Science

Start Dates

• Trimester A (March)
• Trimester B (July)

Why Study the Certificate?

• Introductory Qualification: A certificate provides a solid foundation in the chosen field, equivalent to the first year of a bachelor's degree.
• Pathway to Success: It offers a great starting point, allowing students to build their expertise and propel them towards future academic or career achievements.
• Flexible Options: A certificate can be taken in a variety of fields, enabling students to explore their interests and tailor their education to their goals.
• Enhance Career Prospects: Obtaining a certificate can significantly enhance employability, demonstrating a commitment to learning and acquiring new skills.
• Personal Growth and Development: Studying for a certificate contributes to personal growth, developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Degree Information

Plan Your Study

Available planners include:

• Certificate in Business - 1 year (120 points)
• Certificate in Management - 1 year (120 points)

Subjects

Students can choose from a variety of subjects, including:

• Arts
• Business
• Design
• Education
• Environmental Planning
• Health, Sport and Human Performance
• Health and Wellbeing
• Law
• Management
• Māori and Indigenous Studies
• Science
• Social Sciences

Entry Requirements

Domestic students can gain admission through:

1. NCEA University Entrance
2. Admission at entrance level
3. Discretionary entrance
4. University Entrance prior to 2015
5. Special admission

Fees and Scholarships

• Domestic tuition fees are approximate and may change.
• Scholarships are available, and students can visit the Scholarship finder for more information.

Regulations

• Students must complete 120 points (eight papers) at 100 Level or above, including 90 points in a single field of study.
• Normally, a certificate involves two trimesters of full-time study.
• A candidate who has successfully completed papers for this qualification may apply to have them transferred to an undergraduate degree before the qualification is awarded.

Student Testimonials

• Greg Pearce, Master of Business Administration: "It had been 20 years since I’d been at school, and things change; what you need to know changes."
• Rebecca Prestidge, Bachelor of Science: "The science labs, especially for molecular biology subjects, are super enjoyable – they relate to current research in the field and also to ourselves as people."
• Javier Doorbar, Bachelor of Business: "There was a lot of wrap-around support at Waikato, and that was really important to me."
• Nicole Davey, Bachelor of Business, Certificate of University Preparation: "Waikato provides all the opportunities a student needs to confidently enter the workforce and add value to a business."
• Roman Akroyd, Master of Educational Leadership, Certificate of University Preparation: "I’d always thought that uni was only for high achievers. But it’s also for people who are prepared to work hard."