New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) with a focus on Business
Looking for a great way to get ready for study in business, tourism or applied management? This programme is suitable for you if you don’t meet the entry requirements for our tertiary programmes.
Domestic
July
About the programme
Want to gain the skills needed for higher level learning?
This programme will teach you what is needed for diploma- and degree-level study. You will develop your academic reading and writing skills and an understanding of the research process. You will also build your computer skills, learn how to better manage your time and gain confidence by exploring your own personal learning style.
Successful completion of this Certificate will give you guaranteed entry into the:
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5)
- New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel (Level 5)
- Bachelor of Applied Management
as long as you meet the stated English Language requirement for the specific programme.
Pathway options into the Bachelor of Information Technology and other Otago Polytechnic diploma and degrees are also available, again, as long as you meet the stated English Language requirements.
Studying part-time
We know full-time study isn't always possible. We also offer this programme with part-time options. Talk to us about what would suit you best.
International
Auckland
July
April
October
About the programme
Want to gain the skills needed for higher level learning?
This programme will teach you what is needed for diploma- and degree-level study. You will develop your academic reading and writing skills and an understanding of the research process. You will also build your computer skills, learn how to better manage your time and gain confidence by exploring your own personal learning style.
Successful completion of this Certificate will give you guaranteed entry into the:
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5)
- New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel (Level 5)
- Bachelor of Applied Management
as long as you meet the stated English Language requirement for the specific programme.
Pathway options into the Bachelor of Information Technology and other Otago Polytechnic diploma and degrees are also available, again, as long as you meet the stated English Language requirements.
Start dates
At our Auckland International Campus, this programme is offered by Future Skills Academy due to a sub-contract arrangement with Otago Polytechnic. It has intakes in February, April, July and October.
Our Dunedin Campus programme has intakes in February and July.
What You Study
Courses
| Course name | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
|
Skills for Successful Tertiary Study
|
Prepare for successful tertiary study |
15 |
|
Building Communication Competence
|
Learn how to effectively use a variety |
15 |
|
Academic Communication
|
Develop your academic reading, writing |
15 |
|
Introduction to Research
|
Become equipped with the information |
15 |
|
Total |
60 |
Workload
Your workload
You will be required to undertake approximately 16 hours per week of directed study in the form of lectures and practical work sessions. It is expected that you will contribute equal hours of your own time in self-directed study to allow for successful completion of the Certificate.
Entry
Entry requirements
- Open entry.
- International students will be individually assessed to ensure you are ready for this study.
Click here for equivalent academic entry requirements by country. - If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- New Zealand University Entrance OR
- Overall Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), OR
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for NZQA proficiency table and here for list of recognised proficiency tests).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
Fees
Domestic fees
International fees
Fees Free
If you’re a domestic student and this is your first time doing tertiary study in New Zealand (over 60 credits at Level 3 or higher), you may be able to get free tuition fees for this programme.
All the details and criteria are on the Fees Free website and you can check whether you’re going to be able to access funding by entering your National Student Number.
If you can access it, we’ll organise your fees with the Tertiary Education Commission when you’re enrolled to study with us. This funding doesn’t include additional costs or living costs.
Student Services Fees
For most students, your tuition fee shown above includes a Student Services Fee – also known as the Student Levy. This compulsory fee covers your access to the student services we offer. This cost is tailored depending on how you're studying.
Tuition fees
The tuition fees shown above are approximate only. There may be a slight fee increase per year once Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) rules and guidelines are applied.
Domestic full-time students can apply for a student loan through Studylink. Some support may be available for domestic part-time students. Apply at the same time as you apply for your course (you can withdraw your application anytime).
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure that this sheet is accurate, Otago Polytechnic reserves the right to amend, alter or withdraw any of the contained information. The fees shown in this document are indicative only. Both domestic and international fees are subject to change and are dependent on the development and implementation of Government policies. Please note that additional fees may from time to time be required for external examination, NZQA fees and/or additional material fees.
